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Speckled trout spawn game
Recent research shows there’s been a substantial decline in population samples and recreational landings of speckled trout 3 years or older. […]
Inshore Fishing
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Three new tricks for more big trout
Technology is giving some very creative lure producers endless possibilities that may in turn give you the edge on big speckled trout. […]
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Marsh Island slot redfish
Tournament anglers share where they find redfish that win tournaments in the grass along the shoreline on the Gulf side of Marsh Island. […]
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Species spotlight: Sheepshead
Sheepshead are sought after by many anglers for their sporty fight as well as their tasty table fare. Most succesful anglers devote a lot of time to them. […]
Field Notes
Do’s and don’ts for coastal bullfights
During late summer, anglers often target bull redfish in tournaments or simply for fishing enjoyment. Here’s some do’s and don’ts to remember. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Cocodrie speckled smackdown
Anglers in the Cocodrie area are enjoying the best speckled trout action they’ve seen in years. Capt. Tommy Pellegrin says the area is teeming with fish. […]
Redfish
Redfish so fast, it’s every cast
The man-made canals on the northern end of Lake Pontchartrain have harbored redfish all summer. They have come into the area in full force. […]
Field Notes
The best thing you can do when fishing topwaters
Nothing is more exhilarating than catching speckled trout on topwater lures — and nothing is more maddening than missing fish. Here’s what you need to do. […]
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Leaked stock report shows plight of Louisiana’s specks
Louisiana has the most-liberal creel limits on speckled trout of any Gulf state, but current data may signal future changes in creel and size limits. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Back to Shell Beach
Some advice from Capt. Jacques Laboureur on where Shell Beach anglers are catching speckled trout and redfish despite the spreading fresh water. […]
Field Notes
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. […]
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Pastalaya, Fish Tacos are hits
New Iberia’s Lynn Breaux shares his recipes for Savory Cajun Pastalaya and Lynn’s Fish Tacos. They have a good flavor profile and can be whipped up quickly. […]