The crappie fishing on Reelfoot Lake is thriving, with good average weights for kept fish. However, Grassy Island and Long Point Refuges are closed until February 1st and March 15th, respectively. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has announced the application period for the 2024-25 late-season youth and military waterfowl hunts, running from November 13th to December 3rd. The Mississippi River’s stable water levels are promising for waterfowl hunters. Despite recent rain affecting deer hunters, the muzzleloader season is off to a solid start with good harvest numbers across various counties. Upcoming closures in wildlife management areas will occur before duck season, while deer and duck hunting seasons are set to open soon.
- Crappie fishing on Reelfoot Lake is currently successful, with excellent average fish weights.
- Grassy Island and Long Point Refuges are closed until early 2024, impacting fishing and hunting access.
- The application period for late-season youth and military waterfowl hunts is open from November 13th to December 3rd.
- Stable water levels on the Mississippi River bode well for upcoming waterfowl hunting.
- Recent rain has improved conditions for deer hunters, with strong harvest numbers reported.
The crappie bite is good, with successful trips reported and favorable average weights for kept fish.
Grassy Island will reopen on February 1st, and Long Point will reopen on March 15th.
The muzzleloader season has started well, with over 19,000 deer checked in statewide, despite some challenges from recent rain.