The July 2026 Issue
FEATURES
Hot August bassin’
July 24, 2026August 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.
Anatomy of a deer skull
July 28, 2026The head of the deer receives all the sights, sounds and smells on the landscape and processes this information in a matter of seconds.
INSHORE FISHING
Angler boats Louisiana’s potential new No. 4 tripletail on “backup trip”
July 8, 2026Ryan Stogner of Walker was fishing with Fish Venice Charters when he caught a 37-pound tripletail, which could be the new No. 4 in the state.
As late summer water temperatures rise, go deeper at Golden Meadow
July 24, 2026According to Eddie Berthelot, Jr. with Spots & Specks Charters, speckled trout go into the larger, deeper bays and lakes in August.
Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime
July 21, 2026Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.