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No need to winterize that kayak
There is no need to put away the kayak for the winter, as there are plenty of fish to be caught and generally the waters are much less crowded. […]
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Kayakers have great access to MRGO structure
Point your kayak towards the rock dam on the MRGO in Hopedale. It has easy access and consistently provides great fishing opportunities. […]
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Young angling expert loves Rat-L-Traps when it comes to bull reds
Next time you’re looking for some kayak fishing excitement, tie on a Rat-L-Trap and go rattle up some bull redfish. Here’s some tips. […]
Bass Fishing
Jerkbaits are great weapons for kayak anglers
On a recent trip to a freshwater lake, Steve Savoye showed a technique he uses to get up close and personal hunting bass in his trusty pirogue. […]
Fishing Tournaments
Kevin Schexnaider is champion of Ride the Bull 10
The Ride the Bull 10 Champion was Kevin Schexnaider of Erath. He caught his 26.8-pound bull just a few minutes after the tournament began. […]
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Are you a master kayak angler?
The Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club offers a unique event allowing members to challenge themselves to successfully catch a wide variety of different species. […]
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Kayak crabbing
Kayaks are usually the last vessel that comes to mind as a crabbing boat; however, with a little planning, they make it easy and exciting. […]
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Flounder Pounders
We caught up with a few flounder pounders that consistently bring flatfish to their kayaks. By following their advice, you can increase your success rate. […]
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Kayak anglers towing the line(s)
An often-overlooked but highly successful technique for catching trout from a kayak is trolling. This is the perfect time of the year to do it. […]
Bass Fishing
Kayak fishing on the edge
Here’s how kayakers can find hungry bass and redfish skirting the waters of the muddy Mississippi. […]
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Real kayak anglers, real reviews
Louisiana Sportsman reached out to several kayak fishermen with various levels of experience to get some personal reviews of popular models. […]
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It’s a secret in the kayak fishing world
February may be the best kept secret in kayak fishing. If you pick the right days and conditions, the fishing can be absolutely fantastic.
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Winter have you down?
Pick the right days — and enjoy a great cold-weather kayak trip out of Delacroix. […]
Paddles 'N Puddles
Female kayak angers have dream weekend
Seven female kayakers on an overnight outing and kayak trip from the launch in Point Aux Chenes. […]
Bass Fishing
Big water locales perfect for kayaks
Louisiana has several great freshwater fishing lakes that offer a variety of species like bass, bream and catfish. Also, don’t forget the excellent crappie fishing (white perch in North Louisiana, sac-a-lait in the South). […]
Paddles 'N Puddles
‘Fall’ for trout
Fall is finally here. The trout are on the move back into the marsh, and that’s great news for kayakers. The shorter days are coupled with shorter paddles, there’ no need for live bait and great catches of speckled trout await. Oh, and did I mention the pleasant weather? […]