Mississippians are known the world over for our hospitality. That’s especially true during the holidays, when we welcome family and friends into our homes. This year, we ask you to share your holiday traditions. From special craft cocktails and generations-old recipes to table settings, special toasts and family rituals, we want to know what moments …

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Photo Credit: Delta Duck Hunts, Tunica, Miss. A gentleman’s sport, duck hunting provides the ultimate wild game challenge. They say a morning in the duckblind is an experience unlike any other– so make your way to Mississippi’s waterfowl sanctuary. The 2018 duck hunting season in Mississippi begins November 23 and runs through January 27. Where …

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The Magnolia State is known for its beautiful vegetation and the long growing season that bodes well for local landscapes. Jackson is no different in its ability to grow native plants in both high density and recreational areas. From gardens to parks there are plenty of cultivated plants, landscaping, and wildlife to see in the …

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Once a bustling highway in the 1800s, the Natchez Trace is a now one of the most sought-after scenic routes in the U.S. Throughout the year, travelers meander down the Trace taking in views of breathtaking landscapes, mature trees and grazing wildlife. However, the Trace really shows out during the month of November, when there …

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  Thanksgiving in Mississippi is a day for food, family, and football. Rev up your Turkey Day celebration with some unique and tasty recipes from some of our favorite Mississippi chefs. Roast Turkey with Anchovies from Regina Charboneau photo: Regina Charboneau Ingredients 16 to 18 lb turkey 1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce 2 …

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