Inshore Fishing
The Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo’s colorful history
For about 360 days a year, the tiny island of Grand Isle is home to slightly more than 1,200 people. […]
Articles by Andrew Canulette
Inshore Fishing
Toups’ family fishing tradition
Fishing the Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo wasn’t something Bootsie Toups did as a child, but when he began fishing the event in 1978 at the age of 23, he was instantly hooked. […]
Fishing
Trespassers warned to stay off damaged St. Tammany Fishing Pier
St. Tammany Parish Government officials released a stern warning on Wednesday to anyone who attempts to fish from the damaged St. Tammany Fishing Pier located on E. Howze Beach Road just south of Slidell. […]
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Island Elite — How to catch specks for the Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo
There are fishing rodeos all across south Louisiana, but there is only one International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo. […]
Inshore Fishing
Mandeville fishing pier reopens
After taking a beating at the hands of Hurricane Isaac in August 2012, one of the most-popular fishing destinations along the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain is reopening to the public. […]
News Breaker
Wetlands conservation grant to fund Terrebonne Parish project
A section of Louisiana’s coastal wetlands is about to get a major shot in the arm. […]
Inshore Fishing
Oyster shells to be recycled to provide fishing habitat, aid in coastal restoration
For generations, oyster lovers have filed into Acme Oyster House and Drago’s to sample the succulent bivalves plucked from Louisiana waters. Now, those landmark restaurants are joining with the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana to help protect Louisiana’s shoreline for future generations. […]
News Breaker
Agreement allows the Pickets to remain
It appears that Ship Shoal 26 — better known as “the Pickets” and serving as a trout-fishing Mecca — will continue to be a fishing hotspot for the time being. But for how long remains the question. […]
News Breaker
Frog-gigging tournament returns to Columbia
The Frog Giggin’ Tournament Series will make a stop in Columbia on June 14-15. […]
Events & Announcements
Speckled trout shootout to be held June 15
There’s nothing like having a good time while raising money and awareness for a good cause. […]
Bass Fishing
Record number of monster fish entered into Toledo Bend big-bass program
If you’re one of the many thousands of anglers who each year catches a trophy bass at Toledo Bend, you have a few options. […]
Fishing
Repair work to begin on Huey P. Long Fish Hatchery
Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Secretary Robert Barham issued a declaration of emergency for pond improvements at the Huey P. Long Fish Hatchery facility in Lacombe on April 22. […]
Events & Announcements
Laws being considered to legalize donations of game, fish to feed the hungry
For 20 years, the Louisiana Hunters for the Hungry program has been a shining beacon for those who do with less, or sometimes do without. […]
Bass Fishing
Bayou Bartholemew gives up 10-pounder
Paul Clark isn’t exactly sure why Bayou Bartholomew turns on right before a rainstorm, but it’s been his experience that the best time to head there is right before Mother Nature gets fickle. […]
Inshore Fishing
East Timbalier Island almost gone, presenting navigation dangers, officials warn
Every time the weather warms, South Louisiana residents have to keep their collective eyes on weather radars to be ready for when tropical storms are heading their way. […]
News Breaker
Red snapper thick for anglers looking to take advantage of state fishing season
In the days leading up to the red snapper season, there was much discussion about the abundance of the species and why federal agencies would shorten an already-stunted season in federal waters. […]