The August 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.
Hunting blinds 101
July 24, 2026Various blind options work for different situations, but one factor remains constant. Effective hunting blinds must mimic the surroundings.
INSHORE FISHING
Calcasieu Lake’s searing hot redfish action
July 24, 2026Capt. Erik Rue said everything from slot reds to bull reds can be caught at Calcasieu Lake from the coast north to the saltwater barrier.
Head to Black Bay, Bay Eloi and Breton Sound for August trout
July 24, 2026The speckled trout will move into the various islands and structures in Black Bay, like Stone Island, Lonesome, Iron Banks and more.
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.