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Big water locales perfect for kayaks

Louisiana has several great freshwater fishing lakes that offer a variety of species like bass, bream and catfish. Also, don’t forget the excellent crappie fishing (white perch in North Louisiana, sac-a-lait in the South). […]

Waterfowl dishes for your Thanksgiving table

Barbecued Duck Ducks and geese have to be the most difficult of all game animals to cook. They have a reputation for being strong and gamey — almost “livery” in taste. On top of that, […]

Gettin’ it all right — Duck-hunting tips for success

Sometimes it just pays to be right in the place at the right time. That’s definitely the case with duck hunting.

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Follow the river for Venice redfish

Start on the outside, and work your way in for more fish The fishing in Venice depends on the Mississippi River more than humans rely [...]
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Big water locales perfect for kayaks

The first cool fronts create a feeding frenzy for Orange Grove bass, which are eager to put on winter weight in anticipation of the spawn.

Winter bite begins for Orange Grove bass

Backs of dead end canals should be active Some of the best bass fishing before the onset of what passes for winter in South Central Louisiana isn’t far from Houma or Morgan City. Bill McCarty […]

This 7-pound, 2-ounce bass was caught by Dusty Anders of Alexandria on a Top Toad in the 12-15 area.

Fall bass moving shallow at Toledo Bend

But lack of hydrilla concerning … There was a brief chill to the air in late September, so much so that we opened all the doors to our place and turned off the AC here […]

A big bass like this one full of shad caught by Hunter Freeman is why many anglers go to Caney, but it’s the exception rather than the rule this month.

Caney Lake bass offer anglers two choices

November is all about numbers of bass on Caney Lake – and here’s how you can catch them. […]

Toledo Bend’s fall feeding frenzy

Days grow shorter; appetites grow larger. Water temperatures will be falling, but bass aggression is spiking. […]

Sling ‘em far

Whether they’re hot on the heels of fleeing baitfish or wise to your presence in clear water, fall bass can be hard to reach. That’s why long casts are golden in the fourth quarter.

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