The October 2026 Issue
FEATURES
Preparing for Louisiana’s special black-bellied whistling duck season
October 1, 2026On Oct. 3-11, hunters can hit the sheer variety of habitat that black-bellied whistling ducks have taken over all around the state.
Drumming up fun – Black drum are powerful fighters
October 23, 2026When it comes to stretching lines, a trophy black drum can beat almost anything in inshore waters and rivals many offshore fish.
INSHORE FISHING
The weather is cool, but the redfish bite is hot
October 23, 2026As the days get colder, the redfish fishing gets hotter. The Louisiana marsh this time of year is what kayak anglers’ dreams are made of.
Mild weather and close trout make for great days in the kayak
October 19, 2026This is the time of year kayak anglers dream of: mild weather, short paddles and limits of hungry trout make for a great day on the water.
Load the boat at Calcasieu Lake
October 4, 2026Fall fishing is excellent for all species at Calcasieu Lake. Everything is getting prepared for winter and feeding ferociously.