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August 24, 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

Early teal season gives waterfowlers a tune-up

August 21, 2026

Louisiana’s September teal season gives sportsmen a tune-up before the regular duck hunting season starts.

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

Flambeau Outdoors Ammo Cans

August 24, 2026

The Flambeau Outdoors lineup of ammo cans were built to keep ammunition protected, organized and ready for everything the season brings.

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

LDWF schedules drawdown for John K. Kelly, Grand Bayou Reservoir

August 16, 2026

The LDWF, in cooperation with the John K. Kelly Grand Bayou Reservoir District, has scheduled a drawdown of Grand Bayou Reservoir.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF to reopen the private recreational red snapper season for two four-day periods

August 23, 2026

LA Creel data indicates that 4% of Louisiana’s 2026 annual private recreational allocation remains, and a re-opening is warranted.

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.

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.

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.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF to reopen the private recreational red snapper season for two four-day periods

August 23, 2026

LA Creel data indicates that 4% of Louisiana’s 2026 annual private recreational allocation remains, and a re-opening is warranted.

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

Los Adaes National Historic Site

July 27, 2026

The Los Adaes State Historic Site covers approximately 60 acres. People can visit a small museum and walk the trails.

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