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June 21, 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

Bastian Island is a prime summer trout destination

June 19, 2026

What makes Bastian Island different from most speckled trout destinations in South Louisiana is its versatility.

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.

HUNTING

Methods for keeping your hunting dog in line

June 19, 2026

Cory Baudoin of Old Cypress Retrievers uses the step back drill for experienced dogs that gets loose on the line and creep.

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

LDWF biologists work to restore critical fish habitat on Toledo Bend

June 1, 2026

LDWF Inland Fisheries biologists are working to restore critical fish habitat on Toledo Bend by planting native submersed aquatic vegetation.

OFFSHORE FISHING

2026 State gag grouper season to open Sept. 1 and close Oct. 1

June 9, 2026

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued a Declaration of Emergency to modify the Gag Grouper season.

INSHORE FISHING

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.

Bastian Island is a prime summer trout destination

June 19, 2026

What makes Bastian Island different from most speckled trout destinations in South Louisiana is its versatility.

Sight casting to tripletail

June 19, 2026

Tripletail love to suspend under floating objects. They drift along with logs, old crates or any other flotsam.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF reminds public to be mindful of displaced wildlife following Tropical Storm Arthur

June 18, 2026

The LDWF urges the public to be especially cognizant of wildlife and to avoid contact with displaced animals as they seek temporary refuge.

RECIPES

Pan-seared speckled trout with cherry tomatoes

June 19, 2026

This pan-seared speckled trout dish combines fresh fish and ripe produce and gives you an option that is not deep frying.

FIELD NOTES

Tips on how to extend your hunting career

June 19, 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.

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