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Fourchon anglers land multiple giant fish on charter trip
On one trip out of Port Fourchon, Capt. Joey Maciasz with Down the Bayou Charters and his crew caught three potential record-breaking fish.[…]
Month: July 2026
Field Reports
Easy summer marsh fishing
This technique is delivering TONS of fish for the ice chest for Marsh Man Masson and his son out of this popular port.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF schedules drawdown for Saline Lake (Natchitoches and Winn parishes)
The LDWF, in conjunction with the Saline Game and Fish Preserve Commission, has scheduled a drawdown of Saline Lake.[…]
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LDWF agents cite subject for illegally selling turtles in St. Landry Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited a subject on June 12 for alleged illegal selling of turtles in St. Landry Parish.[…]
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LDWF schedules drawdown for Iatt Lake
The LDWF, in cooperation with the Grant Parish Police Jury and the DOTD, has scheduled a drawdown of Iatt Lake in Grant Parish.[…]
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LDWF agents rescue two stranded boaters in Plaquemines Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents successfully rescued two stranded boaters in Plaquemines Parish.[…]
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Louisiana Outdoors Forever program announces 2027 funding cycle
The Louisiana Outdoors Forever (LOF) Project Selection Board announced its fourth funding cycle for conservation projects.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
New fishing regulations in the Atchafalaya Basin and nearby waterbodies beginning Aug. 1
Beginning Aug. 1, 2026, new recreational fishing regulations for black bass and crappie will take effect in portions of the Atchafalaya Basin.[…]
Fishing Reports
Bull red for America’s 250th birthday
Avery Mestayer with his biggest redfish yet at Cypremort Point for the 73rd Annual Iberia Rod and Gun Club Fishing Rodeo on July 3.
Fishing Reports
Jack Delaune’s first big fish
Jack Delaune, 11, caught this 35-pound drum in Pointe-aux-Chenes on June 12, 2026. He was using a Berkley Lightning Rod and Abu Garcia reel. This was his first big fish. He was so excited to
Fishing Reports
Grandson catches his first sac-a-lait
On my yearly trip with the grandsons, Greyson Scott landed his first sac-a-lait by himself. It was in early May with Michael and Jim Shanley. -Ronnie Bergeron
Fishing
Costa’s Pilothouse PRO
Costa Sunglasses Pilothouse PRO is built for anglers who demand clarity, protection and confidence in every condition.[…]
Field Notes
Teen archer is focused on returning to nationals
Archer Jewel Blakey, who just completed her sophomore year at Calvary Baptist Academy, wants to win another national title before graduating.[…]
Fishing Reports
7-foot-2 garfish caught while bass fishing
Joseph Silas shared this photo of a 7-foot-2 garfish caught while bass fishing on a chatter with 30-pound braid. It put up a 45 minute fight.
Fishing Reports
February surprise for Tim Goodwin
On a surprisingly mild afternoon, Tim Goodwin caught this 6-pounder that was tagged and released for another angler to catch another day. It was caught in 2 foot of water on a Senko. The big
Fishing Reports
Bull red during Venice charter
This happy angler caught a 43-inch bull red while fishing out of Venice with Capt. Louis “Rok” Rossignol of Venice Guide Service.