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June 9, 2026

The June 2026 Issue

Tchefuncte River blue catfish | Young angler in state record book for alligator gar | Summer bassin’ on the Sabine River
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Many opportunities in the fertile waters around Fourchon

FEATURES

Tchefuncte River blue catfish

May 22, 2026

Mike Jones knows Tchefuncte River spawning blue catfish will move out of the shallows in June and head for the deeper holes.

What are deer eating?

May 22, 2026

Develop a program to improve your property’s deer forage if your goal is to have quality whitetails with nice antlers and good body weights.

HUNTING

LWFC approves DE to modify extended falconry duck season for 2026-27

June 5, 2026

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approved a Declaration of Emergency to modify the extended falconry duck season for 2026-27.

BASS FISHING

Summer fishing is special at Wallace Lake

May 31, 2026

Summer bass fishing on Wallace Lake isn’t about beating the heat. It’s about understanding how the fish use it.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Lake Claiborne State Park

May 22, 2026

Many people stay at Lake Claiborne State Park to fish Lake Claiborne. It is one of the most popular lakes for catching hybrid striped bass.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through May 17, 2026

May 31, 2026

The red snapper landings estimate through May 17, 2026 indicate that 97,049 pounds, or 11%, has been landed.

INSHORE FISHING

A closer look at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA

May 22, 2026

Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area consists of 33,488 acres of mostly marsh. It is located 15 miles south of Houma.

Topwater fishing for spring trout

May 17, 2026

Kayak anglers that do not use topwater lures are missing out on some of the most exciting kayak fishing there is.

Hot days can still produce fast action for speckled trout

May 22, 2026

Even on the hottest days, anglers might find fast action. They just need to look for the trout and try different baits, methods and depths.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LWFC approves NOI for regulations for Louisiana Conservation Incentive Program

June 5, 2026

The LWFC approved a Notice of Intent (NOI) to establish rules and regulations for the Louisiana Conservation Incentive Program.

RECIPES

Squirrel Empanadas

May 22, 2026

Squirrel meat is rich, lean, and perfect for braising low and slow — especially when paired with roasted potatoes and flaky empanada dough.

FIELD NOTES

Protect yourself from Vibrio Vulnificus

May 22, 2026

The more algae blooms, the more Vibrio Vulnificus bacteria grows and the more dangerous it becomes in coastal waters.

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