The April 2026 Issue
FEATURES
Bowfin are prehistoric predators
April 1, 2026Anglers intentionally fishing for bowfin won’t face much competition. Hooking into these toothy monsters provides unbelievable excitement.
Alligator lottery winner tags out on first hunt
April 24, 2026In 2008, LDWF created the Lottery Alligator Harvest Program, which allows over 1,000 people the opportunity to harvest over 3,000 alligators.
INSHORE FISHING
Bladed jigs for redfish
April 1, 2026Anyone can catch redfish with bladed jigs by simply casting out and reeling it back. The lure itself creates the action.
Safety on and off the water should be a sportsman’s priority
April 13, 2026It’s time to inspect what’s in our boat, things like suitable life jackets, a working fire extinguisher, a life ring and a signaling device.
CCA Louisiana, CITGO, and LDWF announce two new artificial reefs in the Lake Charles area
April 28, 2026CCA Louisiana, joined by CITGO and the LDWF, announced today the construction of two new nearshore artificial reefs along Louisiana’s coast.