Louisiana Sportsman

Bennett Lee’s first duck hunt

August 14, 2026 Field Reporter

Bennett Lees first duck hunt![…]

Capt. Charlie Thomason demonstrates how to rig and fish the MirrOlure Lil John XL to target larger species.[…]

The private recreational red snapper season began May 1 in both state and federal waters. The season will remain open until recreational landings approach or reach Louisiana's allocation.

The good and bad of red snapper management

August 13, 2026 Chris Macaluso

While our elected leaders don’t always hit the mark on resource management, in the case of Gulf red snapper seasons, they got it right.[…]

Hunting

Hunters For The Hungry Louisiana to host 2026 Clean Out Your Freezer Day on Aug. 23

August 12, 2026 From News Reports

Hunters For The Hungry Louisiana is back again asking Louisiana to make more room in their freezer for the upcoming hunting season.[…]

LDWF agents arrest subject for DWI on the water following boating incident

August 12, 2026 From News Reports

LDWF enforcement agents arrested an Addis man on July 14 for alleged boating violations in Iberville Parish.[…]

LWFC passes resolution of support for Amberjack Exempted Fishing Permit

August 12, 2026 From News Reports

The LWFC passed a resolution supporting the Department’s application for an Exempted Fishing Permit for Greater Amberjack.[…]

LDWF agents arrest Denham Springs woman for Amite River boating incident

August 11, 2026 From News Reports

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents arrested a Denham Springs woman on Aug. 10 for alleged boating violations.[…]

Wild Hog Tortilla Kebabs

August 11, 2026 Nathan L. Judice

These Wild Hog Tortilla Kebabs are crispy, smoky and packed with flavor. They are a great meal after a day spent working the land.[…]

Beauty queens with bayou pride in Louisiana’s Sportsman’s Paradise

August 10, 2026 Field Reporter

In the heart of Louisiana’s Sportsman’s Paradise, where shrimp boats, bayous, and family traditions help define our way of life, Annie Katie Frederick and Mary Margret Frederick are learning that being a queen is about much more than wearing a crown.[…]