First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

FEATURES

Hot August bassin’

July 24, 2026

August 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.

Rigolets redfish

July 24, 2026

When monster spawning redfish move in from offshore, they pass through Lake Borgne and proceed through the Rigolets.

HUNTING

Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery now open

August 4, 2026

The Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery is now open to hunters through Aug. 28. The hunt will be held Dec. 5-20, 2026.

BASS FISHING

NetBait HexTek Bull Bream

July 25, 2026

Many bass anglers are getting bit consistently on the American Baitworks Co. NetBait BaitFuel HexTek Bull Bream Creature Bait.

FRESHWATER FISHING

LDWF schedules drawdown for Saline Lake (Natchitoches and Winn parishes)

July 10, 2026

The LDWF, in conjunction with the Saline Game and Fish Preserve Commission, has scheduled a drawdown of Saline Lake.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Teams around the globe compete in Blue Marlin World Cup Championship

August 5, 2026

The winner-take-all Blue Marlin World Cup is held each year on July 4. Entrants fish for 8 hours in their chosen time zone.

INSHORE FISHING

As late summer water temperatures rise, go deeper at Golden Meadow

August 3, 2026

According to Eddie Berthelot, Jr. with Spots & Specks Charters, speckled trout go into the larger, deeper bays and lakes in August.

First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

August 1, 2026

For anyone willing to make the run, summer is the best time to point a boat toward the Chandeleur Islands.

Rigolets redfish

July 24, 2026

When monster spawning redfish move in from offshore, they pass through Lake Borgne and proceed through the Rigolets.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Drawdown scheduled for Henderson Lake

August 5, 2026

The St. Martin Parish Government has scheduled a drawdown for Henderson Lake in St. Martin Parish to help manage invasive aquatic vegetation.

RECIPES

Wild Hog Tortilla Kebabs

July 24, 2026

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

FIELD NOTES

Los Adaes National Historic Site

July 27, 2026

The Los Adaes State Historic Site covers approximately 60 acres. People can visit a small museum and walk the trails.