Louisiana Sportsman

May 24, 2026

Top 3 winter bass baits

January 17, 2018 Andy Crawford

Wintertime bass fishing can be tough, and that can cause anglers to look for all kinds of gimmicks and off-the-wall tactics to get bites.[…]

Late-season duck calling tips

January 15, 2018 Darren Digby

As many manufacturing processes trend toward computerized, assembly-line production techniques, there are still some things best done the old-fashioned way — like Faulk’s Game Calls. […]

Inshore insights: Easy tip to prevent a backlash

December 26, 2017 Devin Denman

Baitcasters are an excellent tool for inshore anglers, offering capabilities not found in spinning reels.[…]

Top 5 tips for hunting the rut

December 18, 2017 Andy Crawford

The Top 5 things Darren Boudreaux, state president of the QDMA, does to put himself into position to kill bucks this month.[…]

Inshore insights: Tying and securing a double rig

December 18, 2017 Devin Denman

Catching speckled trout two at a time is a hallmark of an excellent Louisiana fishing trip — and few rigs are better for the job than the double rig.[…]

Inshore insights: Smartphone app provides more reliable, precise wind forecasts

December 13, 2017 Devin Denman

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Ya gotta go to know.”[…]

When constructing and preparing land-based duck blinds in the marsh, we go to great lengths to ensure the hide is both comfortable and functional. But adding a retrieving dog to the mix brings additional considerations and challenges. The dog must be integrated into the hunt, but in a safe way that also hides him from circling birds. […]

Inshore insights: Understanding water levels in the marsh

November 28, 2017 Devin Denman

The pond that held all those biting redfish would have been a great honey hole — if only there was any water left in it.[…]

Tiny tools that might just save your fishing trip

November 17, 2017 Devin Denman

We all want to have fun when we go fishing — not play mechanic out on the water.[…]

Pros and cons: Best stand height for sight-fishing reds

November 17, 2017 Devin Denman

If you’ve been sight-fishing, you know it’s a lot of fun. We take a look at the pros and cons of both short and tall stands.[…]

The lovin’ spoonful

November 16, 2017 Patrick Bonin

Fall is prime time for redfish, and the venerable old spoon is still an effective, fun lure to throw in interior marshes for solid action.[…]

A big spread of mixed decoys is needed early in the season, but less so as dabbling ducks pair off later in the season.

Tips for opening-day spreads

November 15, 2017 Patrick Bonin

Lively discussions about decoy spread strategies have probably gone on since wood carvers starting crafting lifelike dekes in the 1800s.[…]

3 tips to become a better inshore angler

November 9, 2017 Devin Denman

Here are three ways for inshore anglers to get out of their typical routine — and ultimately catch more fish.[…]

Blind brushing tips for opening day

November 6, 2017 Darren Digby

With the Louisiana waterfowl seasons kicking off this month, duck and goose hunters across the state will be heading out to scout and brush blinds. […]