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.

Hunting blinds 101

July 24, 2026

Various blind options work for different situations, but one factor remains constant. Effective hunting blinds must mimic the surroundings.

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

Bobby Garland Slab Stalk’R

July 24, 2026

The Bobby Garland Crappie Baits Slab Stalk’R will catch slabs if finicky crappie aren’t eating the Baby Shad.

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

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.

Calcasieu Lake’s searing hot redfish action

July 24, 2026

Capt. Erik Rue said everything from slot reds to bull reds can be caught at Calcasieu Lake from the coast north to the saltwater barrier.

Unlimited kayak fishing possibilities down Highway 1 corridor

July 14, 2026

The entire area down lower Highway 1 down to Grand Isle provides some great summertime kayak fishing opportunities.

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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.