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Fourth of July red snapper

September 6, 2024

Annastyn Fruge and her dad, Glenn Fruge caught this red snapper out of Cocodrie on July 4.

Mallory Talley and her Port Fourchon red

August 22, 2024

Mallory Talley caught this slot redfish out of Port Fourchon. Mallory’s new fishing buddy is due in October 2024!

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through Aug. 11

August 26, 2024

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries released the latest private recreational red snapper landing estimates through August 11.

HUNTING

Make sure your ATV is ready for hunting season

September 3, 2024

Being left stranded by your ATV can make for a long day. The situation can be avoided by performing some general pre-season maintenance.

FRESHWATER FISHING

The lakes of Natchitoches

August 23, 2024

Natchitoches is surrounded by some of the finest fishing spots in the state. Cane River, Sibley Lake and Red River are all close by.

FIELD NOTES

Bring more doves in range

August 18, 2024

Hunters can try these helpful tricks to fool more doves and bring these swift fliers closer for better shots at them.

INSHORE FISHING

Raising Cane’s Hotel Sid reef

August 19, 2024

Todd Graves of Raising Cane’s, with CCA Louisiana, the LDWF and others, gathered in Grand Isle to dedicate the Raising Cane’s Hotel Sid reef.

The best month for Venice bull reds

September 5, 2024

According to Capt. Owen “Big O” Langridge, you can catch bull reds all year round in Venice, but in September you’ll catch a lot more of them.

Target trout on reefs below Marsh Island

September 2, 2024

Keo Khamphilavong starts looking for speckled trout in Vermilion Bay around The Cove, the Hammock and Blue Point in September.

FISHING REPORTS
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NEWS BREAKERS

Be mindful of displaced wildlife following Hurricane Francine

September 12, 2024

The LDWF urges the public to be especially cognizant of wildlife forced into populated areas by flood water from the storm.

RECIPES

Fried alligator sandwich

September 7, 2024

This fried alligator sandwich with spicy banana pepper mayo offers a combination of crispy, golden alligator meat and a zesty, tangy sauce.

NEW PRODUCTS

Meindl Eurolight Uninsulated Hunter

September 8, 2024

The Meindl Eurolight Uninsulated Hunter is the perfect boot for deer hunting, bird hunting, and small game hunting.