Mississippi River Delta offers incredible fishing opportunities

FEATURES

Crank up the dial on summer crappie

July 1, 2026

Crappie are notorious for being super selective about artificial baits, and summertime normally only makes them even more difficult to catch.

Bastian Island is a prime summer trout destination

July 1, 2026

What makes Bastian Island different from most speckled trout destinations in South Louisiana is its versatility.

HUNTING

LDWF alligator management program honored during Scales of Success program in Washington, D.C.

July 23, 2026

Once on the brink of extinction with only about 100,000 left in 1972 in the state, the LDWF developed its alligator management program.

BASS FISHING

Bass patterns to use at the Bend

June 29, 2026

If this month is anything like past Julys at Toledo Bend, it’ll be a pretty darned good month for bass fishing.

FRESHWATER FISHING

New fishing regulations in the Atchafalaya Basin and nearby waterbodies beginning Aug. 1

July 9, 2026

Beginning Aug. 1, 2026, new recreational fishing regulations for black bass and crappie will take effect in portions of the Atchafalaya Basin.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Fourchon anglers land multiple giant fish on charter trip

July 12, 2026

On one trip out of Port Fourchon, Capt. Joey Maciasz with Down the Bayou Charters and his crew caught three potential record-breaking fish.

INSHORE FISHING

A closer look at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA

June 25, 2026

Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area consists of 33,488 acres of mostly marsh. It is located 15 miles south of Houma.

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.

Bastian Island is a prime summer trout destination

July 1, 2026

What makes Bastian Island different from most speckled trout destinations in South Louisiana is its versatility.

PHOTO CONTEST
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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF alligator management program honored during Scales of Success program in Washington, D.C.

July 23, 2026

Once on the brink of extinction with only about 100,000 left in 1972 in the state, the LDWF developed its alligator management program.

RECIPES

Pan-seared speckled trout with cherry tomatoes

July 6, 2026

This pan-seared speckled trout dish combines fresh fish and ripe produce and gives you an option that is not deep frying.

FIELD NOTES

A closer look at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA

June 25, 2026

Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area consists of 33,488 acres of mostly marsh. It is located 15 miles south of Houma.