First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

FEATURES

Anatomy of a deer skull

July 28, 2026

The head of the deer receives all the sights, sounds and smells on the landscape and processes this information in a matter of seconds.

Hot August bassin’

July 24, 2026

August is the hottest time of the year for anglers, and while it may be uncomfortable, using the heat to your benefit can get you a big bass.

HUNTING

LWFC backs ‘Duck Factory’ protections, amberjack permit

August 9, 2026

For decades, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has purchased easements on wetlands in the Prairie Pothole Region.

BASS FISHING

NetBait HexTek Bull Bream

July 25, 2026

Many bass anglers are getting bit consistently on the American Baitworks Co. NetBait BaitFuel HexTek Bull Bream Creature Bait.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Tickfaw State Park

July 24, 2026

Whether visitors are interested in camping, paddling, hiking, wildlife viewing or simply relaxing in nature, Tickfaw State Park delivers.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through July 5, 2026

July 20, 2026

The red snapper landings estimate through July 5, 2026 indicate that 632,882 pounds, or 71.7%, has been landed.

INSHORE FISHING

First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

August 1, 2026

For anyone willing to make the run, summer is the best time to point a boat toward the Chandeleur Islands.

Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime

July 21, 2026

Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.

Unlimited kayak fishing possibilities down Highway 1 corridor

July 14, 2026

The entire area down lower Highway 1 down to Grand Isle provides some great summertime kayak fishing opportunities.

PHOTO CONTEST
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NEWS BREAKERS

Drawdown for aquatic vegetation control and fish habitat improvement on Chicot Lake

August 9, 2026

The LDWF has scheduled a drawdown on Chicot Lake for fish habitat improvement, organic reduction, and nuisance aquatic vegetation control.

RECIPES

Wild Hog Tortilla Kebabs

July 24, 2026

These Wild Hog Tortilla Kebabs are crispy, smoky and packed with flavor. They are a great meal after a day spent working the land.

FIELD NOTES

Tips on how to extend your hunting career

July 23, 2026

You have to want to hunt badly enough, enduring some pain and other setbacks, to ultimately achieve the goal of hunting later into your life.