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It’s time for LWFC to stop punting and get a win for our speckled trout
We are not much closer to rebuilding our speckled trout stocks than we were in 2019 when the issue of declining trout numbers was raised.[…]
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Topwater explosions
Successful topwater fishing is aided by the stealth and quietness of a kayak. You can get close to the action without spooking the fish.[…]
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Learning to trail wounded deer is a great addition to your dog’s skill set
Another trick to add to your dog’s bag is to train them to blood trail wounded deer, and it’s gaining popularity with each season.[…]
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“After the Boil” Crab Cakes
The best part about leftover boiled crabs is the endless possibilities of what you can do with the succulent and sweet crab meat.[…]
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Hot fishing & catching; and our outdoor businesses could use some help!
Louisiana’s coast absorbs tons of anglers between Memorial Day and Labor Day, that should have an effect on fisheries management.[…]
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In defense of the crossbow
The crossbow is a formidable hunting tool, and is considerably older than the compound bow.[…]
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Species Spotlight: American black bear
The American black bear is the least aggressive and most widely-distributed bear in North America.[…]
Bass Fishing
Lure Review: Speed Freak
The Compact or Full Frame Speed Freak from Freedom Tackle Corp. was designed to run fast and stay in the water to tempt bass.[…]
Catfish
Fish biscuits, catfish head stew and more of the good life
There are two groups of fried fish eaters. There are those that only eat them hot, and those that only eat them any way they can get them.[…]
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When fishing is dead, head toward the ultralight
Marsh Man Masson had a recent revelation regarding the use of an ultralight rod with super light line to catch fish in the marsh.[…]
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The kayak highway
From Galliano down to Grand Isle, there are endless places to launch the kayak in pursuit of a wide variety of saltwater species.[…]
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Cajun Trout Almondine
This Trout almondine recipe features tender speckled trout fillets that are lightly coated and pan fried to a beautiful golden brown.[…]
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A whale of a tale of a proposal that unfortunately, is real
NOAA Fisheries is requesting comments on a petition for rulemaking to establish a year-round 10-knot vessel speed limit in the Gulf of Mexico.[…]
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Species spotlight: Green sunfish
Green sunfish are among the most misunderstood and misidentified of all panfish. They are small, but also fun to catch, and good to eat.[…]
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Big deer, big fish, Abe Lincoln… if it’s on Facebook, then it must be true
Is social media is the greatest thing to ever happen to hunting, fishing and the outdoors or is social media ruining them.[…]
Bass Fishing
Lure Review: Spunk Shad
Derek Hudnall of Baton Rouge has been using that Spunk Shad as a trailer for about a year and it has paid big dividends.[…]