Field Notes Archives - Louisiana Sportsman

How to gain the advantage fishing oyster reefs

Oyster reefs in salty bays are alive with organisms and with speckled trout are particularly drawn to these vibrant communities. […]

A drop-shot rig will produce bass that have been hammered with other baits.

Drop-shot the ledges

David A. Brown

As long as the fish remain on the ledge, it’s a safe bet that they’re still in the food mood — so it’s just a matter of keeping an easy meal there for them. […]

4 skills for better bass fishing

David A. Brown

There’s no denying the impact of mastering the angling mechanics. Here’s a roundup of bass fishing skills that can help improve your game. […]

One of the best things about fishing on the beach is the quality of fish you often catch.

Fun at the beach begins with sightseeing

Todd Masson

Beaches are among the most productive of summertime destinations for speckled trout anglers, but they can also be the most intimidating. […]

A cast net is a primary tool for fishermen to catch live bait of all kinds.

Catching live bait with a cast net

Marty Cannon

If live bait is what you want to fish with these days, you’re probably going to have to go out and get it yourself, especially if you want to fish with anything other than live shrimp. […]

The many benefits of using artificial shrimp

David A. Brown

Whatever your preference, you’ll find artificial shrimp comprise a highly versatile lure family well deserving of prime space in your tackle tray. Here’s a handful of ideas for their use. […]

Bogalusa Representive Malinda Brumfield- White and son Parker catch fish in a deep drop off along Coup Abel Pass.

Deep bayous get hot again

Todd Masson

Although springtime is when most anglers forget all about the inside bayous and target super-charged specks in the open bays, many fish remain in interior waters to feed on baby croakers. […]

Capt. Herk Bergeron often fishes the Timbalier Rigs to catch trout in the spring.

Competition drives action at the rigs

Todd Masson

The engineers who designed all of the well heads, tank batteries and oil rigs that dot the state’s near-shore waters probably never thought once about all the fish that would be drawn to their structures. […]