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May 24, 2026

The May 2026 Issue

Alligator lottery winner tags | Pass through Big Lake structures to redfish | What’s bugging bream?
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Follow the shrimp for spring specks

FEATURES

Hot days can still produce fast action for speckled trout

May 22, 2026

Even on the hottest days, anglers might find fast action. They just need to look for the trout and try different baits, methods and depths.

What are deer eating?

May 22, 2026

Develop a program to improve your property’s deer forage if your goal is to have quality whitetails with nice antlers and good body weights.

HUNTING

What are deer eating?

May 22, 2026

Develop a program to improve your property’s deer forage if your goal is to have quality whitetails with nice antlers and good body weights.

BASS FISHING

The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent ‘Moeba

May 19, 2026

The Berkley PowerBait MaxScent ‘Moeba is a new finesse soft bait designed to stand out in today’s high-pressure fisheries.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Tchefuncte River blue catfish

May 22, 2026

Mike Jones knows Tchefuncte River spawning blue catfish will move out of the shallows in June and head for the deeper holes.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF Secretary Bosworth increases red snapper bag limit to five fish for Memorial Day weekend

May 19, 2026

LDWF Secretary Tyler Bosworth has increased the red snapper bag limit to 5 fish per person per day for Memorial Day weekend.

INSHORE FISHING

Protect yourself from Vibrio Vulnificus

May 22, 2026

The more algae blooms, the more Vibrio Vulnificus bacteria grows and the more dangerous it becomes in coastal waters.

Huge alligator gar lands young angler in state record book

May 12, 2026

Nathan Boquet, 16, was fishing the Atchafalaya Delta WMA with his buddies when he landed the new No. 2 alligator gar in the state.

A kayaker’s guide to fishing live shrimp

May 22, 2026

Head out on your next kayak fishing trip with a supply of live shrimp and your odds of success increase greatly.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

Louisiana launches statewide Youth ATV/UTV Safety Task Force initiative

May 23, 2026

The Louisiana Youth ATV/UTV Safety Task Force was formed to reduce preventable crashes, injuries, and fatalities.

RECIPES

Squirrel Empanadas

May 22, 2026

Squirrel meat is rich, lean, and perfect for braising low and slow — especially when paired with roasted potatoes and flaky empanada dough.

FIELD NOTES

Teen reflects on successful high school bass fishing career

May 23, 2026

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

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