News Breaker
Duck Stamp Act of 2014 passes House, moves to Senate
The U.S. House of Representatives on Monday passed the Duck Stamp Act of 2014, which would increase the cost of a federal duck stamp from $15 to $25.[…]
Year: 2014
Field Notes
Top 5 mistakes duck hunters make
Here are some steps to take that have helped Louisiana duck hunters work ahead of hunts to prevent headaches in the blind.[…]
Deer of the Year
Downsville hunter takes down big Union Parish 10-point
When Downsville’s Doug McGehee purchased a 100-acre tract a mile from his Union Parish home, his plan was to convert the property into a place he could eventually sit in a deer stand and enjoy some quality time with his seven grandchildren.[…]
Deer of the Year
Hunter trades venison for hunting spot, takes down big 8-pointer
Arcadia’s Thomas Bourn has been a dog hunter all his life — he much prefers to listen to hound music as he waits for the dogs to push a deer over to his location. […]
General
Dead cougar found in Calcasieu Parish
A dead cougar was found along La. Hwy. 12 west of Dequincy in Calcasieu Parish on Nov. 7, and officials with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries are seeking the public’s help in determining the origin of the animal.[…]
News Breaker
Most hunters report successful duck season opener
On Friday afternoon, the state’s waterfowl study leader reported encouraging aerial survey results, indicating the largest number of birds Louisiana’s seen in early November for at least 10 years. […]
Deer of the Year
Louisiana hunter downs ‘Moose’ in Arkansas
A big, strange looking buck started showing up on game cameras around Canfield, Ark. the past four years. […]
Deer Hunting
Top 3 ways to kill a buck on opening day
Finding rich food sources is of paramount importance as the opening of deer season approaches. Here are three opening day tips.[…]
Deer Hunting
Small sweet-potato plots work wonders
It’s too late this year to employ one of Bob Watson’s favorite early season buck-hunting strategies, but there’s no doubt you’ll want to put it to work for you next year.[…]
Sidebars
What’s in your duck-hunting shell bucket?
A properly stocked shell bucket is a must for waterfowlers. Here are some essentials every hunter should have at his disposal:[…]
Freshwater Fishing
A shared passion for catfishing
Derek Logan told me his wife Rebecca liked to fish. Still, I wasn’t prepared for what I met.[…]
Catfish
Cleaning monster catfish
Cleaning really big catfish — those over 25 pounds — is like butchering a hog. The skin is thick and tough; rib-cage bones are big and defy a sharp knife.[…]
Sidebars
Comfortable accommodations
Lake Charles is located within a 30-minute drive of some from the finest waterfowl hunting on the continent. There are numerous hotels along the city’s Interstate 210 Loop that provide access south to the agricultural areas where duck and goose hunting are part of the fabric of the region.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Vinson’s top fishing picks for November trout, reds
Capt. Joe Vinson agreed to share a few fall hotspots that should produce some fish for anglers this month.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
How to build Derek Logan’s catfishing jugs
It used to be that a catfish jug was just that — a simple jug that could be a used plastic milk or oil container.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Paul Brown’s Corky lures still catching big speckled trout
Corky lures are a Texas legend. Originally hand produced in a Houston garage by Paul Brown, the bait became famous for the huge trout that consistently fell for it.[…]