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TL Harmon kills 12-point brute

TL Harmon of Summerville, SC killed a 12-point brute that’s been green-scored at 127 inches in Orangeburg County on Oct. 12, 2023. Harmon shot the buck from 100 yards away with a Winchester .243. He had spotted the deer in the flesh back on July 10 while scouting. He did not have any trail camera…

Santee hunter kills 622-pound gator

Brian Carroll killed a 622-pound gator while hunting on Lake Moultrie with Renegade Bowfishing on Sept. 13, 2023. The swamp lizard was 12-feet, 2-inches long. It was an exciting hunt that began as night fell, and ended before midnight. Cole Poplin and William Ard, who run Renegade Bowfishing, were prepared to stay out well into…

A Brief History of the Santee Cooper Lakes

How lakes Marion and Moultrie were formed The history of the Santee Cooper Lakes is closely tied to the development of hydroelectric power, flood control, and water resources management in South Carolina,. The Santee Cooper Lakes refer to two large reservoirs, Lake Marion (often referred to as the Upper Lake) and Lake Moultrie (often referred…

Lowcountry hunter kills opening day velvet buck

It’s the third opening day velvet buck she’s killed Rosalyn Ballam killed a lowcountry 8-point buck in full velvet on Aug. 15, 2023 at 6:45 p.m. It’s the third time she’s killed a velvet buck on opening day, and the fourth one she’s killed during the first week of the season. She began seeing the…

Inflatble Bote Rackham Aero with Apex peddle drive

As a dedicated outdoor enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for gear that can deliver both convenience and performance. The Inflatable Bote Rackham Aero with Apex Pedal Drive has truly caught my attention as a versatile and efficient watercraft that combines the best of both worlds. One of the standout features of the Inflatable Rackham…

Taurus G3 Tactical 9mm Pistol

Taurus G3 Tactical 9mm Pistol: The Perfect Blend of Performance and Versatility Introduction: In the world of handguns, the Taurus G3 Tactical 9mm pistol stands out as a formidable option for both seasoned shooters and newcomers to the shooting sports. With its impressive combination of reliability, ergonomics, and affordability, the G3 Tactical offers a compelling…

Brantley McCauley’s big bass

Brantley McCauley of Manning, SC was fishing in Clarendon County when he caught this big bass. He’s definitely living the Santee Cooper Life!

Doubling up in Santee Cooper Country

Sydney Snelgrove was hunting with her dad, Tommy for turkeys in Orangeburg County. Sydney’s husband, Andrew was taking care of the calling duties, and up until this hunt, neither Sydney nor her dad had ever killed a turkey. They were hunting on a tract of land that Tommy has hunted for years, and it’s where…

BISON COOLERS Weatherproof Rifle Softcase

The first thing that I reach for when heading out on a January hog hunt is my BISON COOLERS Weatherproof Rifle Softcase. It was designed to keep my gun dry and protected no matter what kind of wet and wild adventure I take it on. The hunting is usually in rough terrain with creek crossings in…

Rhino Blinds R180

Turkey season is right around the corner and with the help of the Rhino Blinds R180 you can make your next hunt a picture perfect success. The R180 fits up to 3 people, it’s 66 inches tall and a comfortable 58 x 58 foot print. There is more than enough room for a couple comfortable…