Follow the shrimp for spring specks

FEATURES

Fishing reefs to rigs at Cocodrie

April 24, 2026

The early summer months are prime time for good to excellent speckled trout fishing out of Cocodrie. It needs to be put on your bucket list.

Alligator lottery winner tags out on first hunt

April 24, 2026

In 2008, LDWF created the Lottery Alligator Harvest Program, which allows over 1,000 people the opportunity to harvest over 3,000 alligators.

HUNTING

Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season to open May 2

April 29, 2026

The Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season begins Saturday, May 2, and runs through May 24, the LDWF announced.

BASS FISHING

Spring fishing at Toledo Bend

April 24, 2026

If Toledo Bend’s pool level stays around 168 feet, Matthew Loetscher expects pretty good fishing success for both bass and sac-a-lait.

FRESHWATER FISHING

What’s bugging bream?

April 24, 2026

Finding a mayfly hatch at the right time could turn any humdrum day into a memorable experience and put a numerous panfish in the boat.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Ready for red snapper

April 24, 2026

Sportsmen should find excellent red snapper action all along the Louisiana coast when the season opens on May 1, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

Follow the shrimp for spring specks

April 24, 2026

It’s May in Louisiana, and the brown shrimp are beginning their move out of the marsh, setting the stage for some amazing trout fishing.

Safety on and off the water should be a sportsman’s priority

April 13, 2026

It’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, 2026

CCA Louisiana, joined by CITGO and the LDWF, announced today the construction of two new nearshore artificial reefs along Louisiana’s coast.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Agents cite two subjects for fishing violations in LaSalle Parish

May 1, 2026

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited two subjects for alleged fishing violations in LaSalle Parish.

RECIPES

Surf and Turf Carpaccio

April 12, 2026

This carpaccio takes that classic surf and turf concept in a lighter direction, pairing raw venison and fresh wahoo.

FIELD NOTES

Lake Bruin State Park

April 19, 2026

Lake Bruin State Park offers a family friendly atmosphere. Two boardwalks and two piers provide lakeside fishing.