First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

FEATURES

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.

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

Tickfaw State Park

July 24, 2026

Whether visitors are interested in camping, paddling, hiking, wildlife viewing or simply relaxing in nature, Tickfaw State Park delivers.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Fourchon anglers land multiple giant fish on charter trip

July 12, 2026

On one trip out of Port Fourchon, Capt. Joey Maciasz with Down the Bayou Charters and his crew caught three potential record-breaking fish.

INSHORE FISHING

Rigolets redfish

July 24, 2026

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

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.

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.