Mississippi Outdoors Podcast Features Fisheries Expert on Ross Barnett Reservoir

A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is now available, featuring Ryan Jones, assistant chief of fisheries at the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.

Jones explains what makes Ross Barnett Reservoir a strong fishery for bass and crappie. He discusses how water levels, native vegetation, and long-term management efforts contribute to consistent fishing success.

The conversation also covers frog fishing in the reservoir’s vegetation, threats from invasive plants like giant salvinia, and how anglers can help protect the resource. Jones provides insights into the behind-the-scenes work required to manage one of Mississippi’s busiest reservoirs.

For the full video, viewers can visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxAr2anU5N4&feature=youtu.be.

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