First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

FEATURES

Rigolets redfish

July 24, 2026

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

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.

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

Summer bass tactics for Toledo Bend

August 2, 2026

August fishing techniques and patterns for bass and crappie on Toledo Bend aren’t much different than in July.

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

LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through July 5, 2026

July 20, 2026

The red snapper landings estimate through July 5, 2026 indicate that 632,882 pounds, or 71.7%, has been landed.

INSHORE FISHING

Angler boats Louisiana’s potential new No. 4 tripletail on “backup trip”

July 8, 2026

Ryan Stogner of Walker was fishing with Fish Venice Charters when he caught a 37-pound tripletail, which could be the new No. 4 in the state.

Head to Black Bay, Bay Eloi and Breton Sound for August trout

July 24, 2026

The speckled trout will move into the various islands and structures in Black Bay, like Stone Island, Lonesome, Iron Banks and more.

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.

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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

Tips on how to extend your hunting career

July 23, 2026

You have to want to hunt badly enough, enduring some pain and other setbacks, to ultimately achieve the goal of hunting later into your life.