Bass Fishing
Lure Review: Super Lizard SI
Mister Twister unveiled a new product late last year. the 7-inch long Super Lizard Salt Infused soft plastic, that drives bass wild.[…]
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Dogs being dogs in the offseason
With about 8 months until the early teal season in September, keeping hunting dogs in top shape is a year-round obligation.[…]
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Cajun Fish and Chips
Crispy, golden fillets seasoned with bold Louisiana spices, paired with twice-fried Cajun fries and a spicy homemade tartar sauce.[…]
Bass Fishing
The best time for bass fishing
Nest fishing for bass, while controversial in some circles, can provide kayak anglers with a unique opportunity to sneak up on big fish.[…]
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The River Reintroduction into Maurepas Swamp Project
The River Reintroduction into Maurepas Swamp project is an opportunity to expand coastal habitat restoration to include forested swamps.[…]
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The duck-season debate
There are several packages Louisiana can propose for waterfowl, and the current two-zone and splits for each zone is just one.[…]
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With colder temps, anglers should focus on deeper waters
Kayak anglers should consider chasing white trout. With colder water temps, they generally school up and hug the bottom in deeper waters.[…]
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Venison Sausage and Peppers
This Venison Sausage and Peppers recipe incorporates venison, fire roasted tomatoes, bell peppers and red wine.[…]
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Lure Review: Mega Matrix Shad
The Mega Matrix Shad quickly rose to, well, mega go-to status for many saltwater fishermen across the Gulf Coast and elsewhere.[…]
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Coastal restoration plans remain up in the air
Gov. Landry blew up the Mid-Barataria Diversion plan, and left billions of dollars hanging in limbo for Louisiana’s coastal restoration.[…]
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The Rock Dam in Hopedale is the ultimate winter fishing spot for kayak anglers
There are those places that seem to be just made for kayak fishing. The Rock Dam in Hopedale is definitely one of them.[…]
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Beagles — and hunters — can have plenty of fun chasing rabbits
If you’ve never been, rabbit hunting behind an experienced pack of dogs provides constant action, lots of fun and some great table fare.[…]
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Squirreling away
It was a great day for squirrel hunting, and not just for me, but for another predator as well.[…]
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Japanese-inspired Wild Duck Tartare
For those who cherish both the hunt and cooking, this Japanese-inspired wild duck tartare is the perfect way to elevate your harvest.[…]
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An overview of the past year in the Louisiana outdoors
It’s the perfect time to look back on 2024 and the impacts the last 12 months have had on fishing and hunting in our Sportsman’s Paradise.[…]
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What went right, what went wrong in 2025
Among a handful of 2026 wishes is that our elected officials would adopt a hands-off policy when it comes to our Sportsman’s Paradise.[…]