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.

Anatomy of a deer skull

July 28, 2026

The head of the deer receives all the sights, sounds and smells on the landscape and processes this information in a matter of seconds.

HUNTING

Hunters For The Hungry Louisiana to host 2026 Clean Out Your Freezer Day on Aug. 23

August 12, 2026

Hunters For The Hungry Louisiana is back again asking Louisiana to make more room in their freezer for the upcoming hunting season.

BASS FISHING

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.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Drawdown for aquatic vegetation control and fish habitat improvement on Chicot Lake

August 9, 2026

The LDWF has scheduled a drawdown on Chicot Lake for fish habitat improvement, organic reduction, and nuisance aquatic vegetation control.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Recreational red snapper season to close Aug. 9

August 7, 2026

LDWF Secretary Tyler Bosworth signed a declaration of emergency to close the private recreational Red Snapper season on August 9, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

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.

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.

Calcasieu Lake’s searing hot redfish action

August 10, 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.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Hunters For The Hungry Louisiana to host 2026 Clean Out Your Freezer Day on Aug. 23

August 12, 2026

Hunters For The Hungry Louisiana is back again asking Louisiana to make more room in their freezer for the upcoming hunting season.

RECIPES

Wild Hog Tortilla Kebabs

August 11, 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

Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime

July 21, 2026

Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.