Field Reports
Speckled trout action is hot in Venice!
Join Capt. Brandon Carter with Reel Shot Guide Service as he works on a limit of speckled trout before 8:00 a.m. in Venice. […]
Speckled Trout
Fishing Hotspots
Leeville beaches fill up with trout in July
Fishermen have a full menu of options for Leeville in July, including speckled trout, redfish and big white trout, according to Bobby Gros. […]
Features
Fishing Louisiana’s barrier islands
The barrier islands that separate Louisiana’s coastline from the Gulf of Mexico offer some great fishing opportunities, but they aren’t sitting still. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Sabine ship channel wide open for July specks
Good summer speckled trout pattern sets up on Sabine River. Barring any major storms this pattern should only get better and last well through the summer. […]
Columns
Which jighead is best for speckled trout fishing? It all depends
One of the most-versatile and effective ways to catch speckled trout is with a soft plastic and jighead pairing. You can target fish both shallow and deep. […]
Columns
Are trophy trout making big return to Venice waters?
Big speckled trout have made a pretty good appearance in the waters around Venice the past three years. Will it continue and/or get better? […]
Field Notes
Expand your night-fishing options
Night-fishing options are greatly expanded for those who have boats and the willingness to deal with the dangers of navigating at night. […]
Field Reports
Surf Fishing on a Windy Day
Capt. Ty Hibbs and his crew hit the surf in Grand Isle and even though the wind was blowing and the waves were kicking, they got on some really nice trout. […]
Newsletters
Catching speckled trout with double rigs
On this segment of Sportsman TV, Capt. Charlie Thomason will be fishing double rigs for trout. Double rig fishing can be extremely productive. […]
News Breaker
LDWF asks anglers to complete survey on spotted seatrout management
The LDWF, Louisiana State University and Louisiana Sea Grant have released a survey to gather public input on spotted seatrout management options. […]
Columns
Texas Eye jig changes your lure presentation
The author has added a new, improved jighead to the arsenal he takes to the water when he’s targeting trophy speckled trout. […]
Fishing Hotspots
MRGO rocks, outer bays will produce numbers in June
Huge numbers of smaller, male speckled trout await Shell Beach anglers in June. They should target the MRGO rocks and outer bays. […]
Speckled Trout
Speckled trout on rocks and islands
Jon Miller’s Leeville fishing trip was blessed with favorable wind conditions, and he and his buddy, Don Balius, hammered on the speckled trout. […]
Features
Why water salinity is important to speckled trout
Finding Louisiana speckled trout in June is a matter of understanding the fish and water salinity. Understanding the process can put you on a lot more fish. […]
Columns
Summer speckled trout are a kayaker’s joy
Speckled trout are great targets for Louisiana kayak fishermen when summer arrives. There is no better time than now to chase trout in the kayak. […]
Fishing Hotspots
June in Venice: Reds and trout action should be great
Owen “Big O” Langridge, a guide who fishes out of Venice Marina, said the trout and redfish action was excellent through April and May, and he’s expecting more of the same in June. […]