Follow the shrimp for spring specks

FEATURES

Pass through Big Lake structures to a redfish paradise

April 24, 2026

Big redfish commonly congregate on the downstream side of the Calcasieu Lake weirs waiting to snatch anything flowing to them.

What’s bugging bream?

April 24, 2026

Finding a mayfly hatch at the right time could turn any humdrum day into a memorable experience and put a numerous panfish in the boat.

HUNTING

Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season to open May 2

April 29, 2026

The Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season begins Saturday, May 2, and runs through May 24, the LDWF announced.

BASS FISHING

Shreveport angler lands, then releases potential Cross Lake record bass

April 16, 2026

Eddie Hyatt of Shreveport caught a 15.24-pound bass at Cross Lake while fishing with Rex Moncrief on April 7.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Millennium Marine R100 SpyderLok Gen 2

April 27, 2026

The Millennium Marine R100 SpyderLok Gen 2 is a rod holder system designed specifically for spider rigging and multi-rod trolling techniques.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Ready for red snapper

April 24, 2026

Sportsmen should find excellent red snapper action all along the Louisiana coast when the season opens on May 1, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

Plano GoNow Boxes

April 20, 2026

Plano GoNow ensures hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts spend less time searching for gear and more time enjoying the outdoors.

CCA Louisiana, CITGO, and LDWF announce two new artificial reefs in the Lake Charles area

April 28, 2026

CCA Louisiana, joined by CITGO and the LDWF, announced today the construction of two new nearshore artificial reefs along Louisiana’s coast.

Out of State Destinations: Swansboro, North Carolina

April 17, 2026

Just off the beaches in Onslow County, anglers could find bull redfish, speckled trout and other fish species familiar to Louisiana anglers.

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF announces public meeting to discuss Iatt Lake management

May 6, 2026

The LDWF will host a public meeting to discuss management activities on Iatt Lake, with a focus on aquatic vegetation control.

RECIPES

Surf and Turf Carpaccio

April 12, 2026

This carpaccio takes that classic surf and turf concept in a lighter direction, pairing raw venison and fresh wahoo.

FIELD NOTES

Teen reflects on successful high school bass fishing career

April 24, 2026

After graduating in May from Summit Christian Academy, Travis Meche Jr. plans to fish pro bass fishing circuits such as Major League Fishing