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    Richmond Crappie Club Regular Season Wrap Up

    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024
    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024

    The regular season for members of the Richmond Crappie Club has come to an end …

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    The Bounty Of The Summer Bay

    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024
    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024

    By Aaron Ball One of the great allures of fishing, to me, is the pursuit …

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    Boat Review: War Eagle 961 Blackhawk

    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024
    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024

    War Eagle Boats have a reputation for being the toughest boats on the water. All …

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    Gobbler Quest: The 5 Calls

    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024
    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024

    By Duane Adams This article is part of a new series for W2, a series …

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    Destination Cayuga Lake

    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024
    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024

    By Aaron Ball Chasing northern smallmouth has become something that I look forward to each …

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    Virginia Sportsman And Big Game Trophy Show Coming In Early August

    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024
    by Chris McCotter July 13, 2024

    Hunters from all over the state will convene August 2-4 at the Meadow Event Park …

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  • FishingDestination File

    Virginia’s Best Striper Lakes

    by Chris McCotter June 14, 2024
    by Chris McCotter June 14, 2024

    By C.C. McCotter June is an excellent month to catch your first freshwater striped bass …

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    Gobbler Quest: A Turkey Hunting Story

    by Chris McCotter June 14, 2024
    by Chris McCotter June 14, 2024

    By C.C. McCotter with Duane Adams This article begins a new series for W2, a …

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  • Destination FileFishing

    Sleeper Lakes You Should Try This Year

    by Chris McCotter June 14, 2024
    by Chris McCotter June 14, 2024

    By C.C. McCotter Each year we like to highlight some dark horse waters. They don’t …

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    2024 Green Top Long Beard Battle

    by Chris McCotter April 28, 2024
    by Chris McCotter April 28, 2024

    Spring gobbler hunting has always been a popular tradition among members of the Commonwealth hunting …

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