Louisiana Sportsman

May 24, 2026

On Nov. 12, 2025, Travis Meche Jr. enjoyed one of his best bass fishing days ever on Chicot Lake.

Teen reflects on successful high school bass fishing career

May 23, 2026 Don Shoopman

After graduating in May from Summit Christian Academy, Travis Meche Jr. plans to fish pro bass fishing circuits such as Major League Fishing[…]

Many anglers enjoy wade fishing in the summer, but people with open sores should avoid going into the water during warmer months. (Photo by John N. Felsher)

Protect yourself from Vibrio Vulnificus

May 22, 2026 John N. Felsher

The more algae blooms, the more Vibrio Vulnificus bacteria grows and the more dangerous it becomes in coastal waters.[…]

Lake Claiborne State Park

May 22, 2026 John N. Felsher

Many people stay at Lake Claiborne State Park to fish Lake Claiborne. It is one of the most popular lakes for catching hybrid striped bass.[…]

SLU freshman Grayson Aguillard, left, and SLU senior Champ Morales stick out the “pigs” they stuck to win it all April 4 in the Louisiana B.A.S.S. Nation College Series regular-season finale at Caney Lake.

College angler overcomes obstacles to have great senior season

May 22, 2026 Don Shoopman

Champ Morales of Livingston had a great senior season on the Southeastern Louisiana University Fishing Team with teammate Grayson Aguillard.[…]

Tennesse’s Caleb Garrett enjoyed his redfishing trip to Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA.

A closer look at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA

May 22, 2026 Ricky Aucoin

Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area consists of 33,488 acres of mostly marsh. It is located 15 miles south of Houma.[…]

Some cell phone apps allow users to upload photos and videos to their journals. (Photo courtesy Ricky Aucoin)

Journaling can improve your hunting and fishing experiences

April 24, 2026 Ricky Aucoin

Starting and maintaining a hunting and/or fishing journal is a step that could lead us to greater success in our chosen pastime.[…]

Bayou Segnette State Park

April 24, 2026 John N. Felsher

Bayou Segnette State Park offers a multitude of recreational opportunities and visitors can enjoy the Louisiana swamps and marshes.[…]

Brooke Allen holds a nice catfish caught from Lake Palourde.

Victor Guarisco Lake End Park has plenty to offer sportsmen

April 20, 2026 Ricky Aucoin

Victor Guarisco Lake End Park, which sits on the bank of Lake Palourde, is truly a must see and experience destination in south Louisiana.[…]

Lake Bruin State Park

April 19, 2026 John N. Felsher

Lake Bruin State Park offers a family friendly atmosphere. Two boardwalks and two piers provide lakeside fishing.[…]

Salem Clarke shows off her first ever redfish. She caught it while fishing with Capt. Jeff Cronk of Fish’n 4 Life Charters in the Bogue Sound area near Swansboro, N.C. (Photos by John N. Felsher)

Out of State Destinations: Swansboro, North Carolina

April 17, 2026 John N. Felsher

Just off the beaches in Onslow County, anglers could find bull redfish, speckled trout and other fish species familiar to Louisiana anglers.[…]

Caleb Sallinger, a freshman at Bolton Academy, shows a sticker he earned on his way to an awesome finish at the 2026 ALAS State Tournament in February.

Fifteen-year-old archer is on a roll

April 9, 2026 Don Shoopman

Archer Caleb Sallinger of Alexandria, a freshman at Bolton High School, got his new PB, 291, during the Oak Hill Bullseye Tournament.[…]

North Toledo Bend State Park

March 23, 2026 John N. Felsher

North Toledo Bend State Park offers a fantastic jumping off spot to fish one of the best bass lakes in the nation.[…]

Collin Tate of Mire smiles wide under his shades as he grips an 8-pound, 11-ounce bass he caught during practice for a high school tournament at Toledo Bend on Feb. 24, 2024.

College sophomore is juggling books and bass tournaments

March 23, 2026 Don Shoopman

Collin Tate is a rising collegiate bass angler as a member of the University of Louisiana-Lafayette’s Ragin’ Cajuns Fishing Team.[…]

Grand Isle State Park

February 23, 2026 John N. Felsher

Grand Isle State Park offers a variety of recreational activities, including beach access, fishing, shrimping, kayaking and crabbing.[…]

This high school pair’s differences make them a stronger bass fishing team

February 5, 2026 Don Shoopman

Cade Whittington and Gage Dowers, both juniors at Sulphur High School, complement each other well and are a great bass fishing team.[…]

A quality pair of bibs are worth their weight in gold and allow you to focus on fishing instead of on how cold you are! The author is seen here with an oversized redfish that was released after the photo. (Photo by Capt. Adam Jaynes)

Wintry weather fishing

February 1, 2026 Capt. Adam Jaynes

Proper preparation is a key element to not only get the enjoyment out of your winter fishing trip but to also get there and back safely.[…]