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August 25, 2026

The August 2026 Issue

Hot August bassin’  |  Hunting blinds 101  |  Rigolets redfish  |

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First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

FEATURES

September dove traditions

August 21, 2026

With the rise in popularity of deer hunting, especially early archery hunting, the traditional Louisiana dove hunt has fallen on hard times.

White trout get no respect

August 21, 2026

White trout are a great way to stock up the freezer before spring rolls back around. There’s no daily bag limit.

HUNTING

LDWF to offer dove lease fields in Colfax and DeRidder on Sept. 5

August 24, 2026

The LDWF will have lease fields available in Colfax and DeRidder for the opening day of dove hunting season on Sept. 5.

BASS FISHING

Miller’s Chute is solid choice for September bass

August 21, 2026

When Ben Suit wants to target bass in September in the Atchafalaya Basin, he looks for canals and bayous with deepwater access and structure.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Kayaking for catfish

August 16, 2026

With lowered bag limits on trout and redfish, freshwater catfish are often a welcome addition to a kayak anglers’ fish bags.

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

The Matrix Shrimp

August 21, 2026

The Matrix Shrimp arrived in July to the delight of saltwater fishermen, particularly those who fish deep, moving water.

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

August 6, 2026

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

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.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

$20,000 reward offered for information on bald eagle shooting in Vermilion Parish

August 24, 2026

LDWF Enforcement Agents and United States Fish and Wildlife Service are investigating the illegal shooting and killing of a bald eagle.

RECIPES

Creamy Cajun Venison Alfredo

August 21, 2026

Creamy Cajun Venison Alfredo is made with whitetail backstrap, fresh fettuccine noodles, butter and Parmesan cheese.

FIELD NOTES

College angler ready for the next challenge

August 21, 2026

Caden Williamson’s just finished his freshman season with the national powerhouse Louisiana State University-Shreveport Pilots Fishing Team.

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