Fishing Hotspots
Find clean water for Delacroix trout
The Mississippi River will be a key determinant on how the trout bite shapes up this month out of Delacroix, according to Capt. Mike Wittich.[…]
Speckled Trout
Fishing Hotspots
Conditions improving at Big Lake
After a subpar year of speckled trout fishing last year at Calcasieu Lake due to seven flooding events, anglers are hopeful June’s fishing helps them forget about 2017.[…]
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Specks ‘tearing it up’ at Grand Isle
The trout spawn is happening now in and around Grand Isle, and speck specialist Tommy Vidrine said June is a great month to head to the island to get in on the action.[…]
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Cocodrie’s barrier islands, inside structure packed with trout
Summertime heat has already settled over South Louisiana, and that means speckled trout fishing close to the launches in Cocodrie is all but done.[…]
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It’s topwater trout time
If you’re looking to catch the biggest trout of your life, now is the time. […]
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Video: Fishing for big Grand Isle specks with Tommy Vidrine
If you’ve never been lucky enough to fish for some big Grand Isle specks on Tommy Vidrine’s boat, then check out this video for the next best thing.[…]
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Trout fishing looking up in Lafitte
Capt. Sean Thornton (504-388-4535) said it’s seemed like the speckled trout had the air let out of their tires because they were a no-show after this winter’s big freeze, but May should have prime speck action back on track.[…]
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Marsh Man Masson survival vid: We don’t catch, we don’t eat
Fishing is all fun and games when you’ve got a couple of po-boys waiting to be devoured in the Coleman. The sport takes on an entirely different feel when you’re literally trying to catch your next meal.[…]
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Correct gear essential for deep-water jigging
When fishing the reefs around Lake Pontchartrain, deep-water jigging is definitely the most rewarding way to catch speckled trout.[…]
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Seabrook, Bonnabel worth a look, guide says
To fish the reefs in Lake Pontchartrain, Capt. Ty Hibbs generally launches out of Seabrook, which gives him several good areas to hit before he tries the reefs.[…]
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May 2018 ‘Yakin’ best bets
Black Bayou Lake is a premier fishery for bream, and it’s relatively under-fished. Power boats are limited to a 50-hp maximum engine size, and that prohibits the majority of bass boats. Personal watercraft (jet skis) are also prohibited. The lake is well protected by heavy tree cover, and provides perfect paddle craft fishing in a variety of weather conditions.[…]
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Louisiana to field three participants in Hobie Fishing World Championships
Louisiana is known for world-class fishing, so it’s only natural that it also produces world-class kayak anglers. Preparations are under way for the Hobie Fishing World Championship 7, to be held in Amal, Sweden this May.[…]
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New gear review
While a lot of the current splash surrounds pedal-drive kayaks, Jackson’s new Liska model is making waves for those that prefer traditional paddle ‘yaks. Born from the wildly popular Cuda series, the Liska offers many features and upgrades that make it perfect for kayak anglers looking to ply inshore waterways and even nearshore saltwater adventures.[…]
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‘Yak tournament tactics
Kayak tournament season is in high gear ,with tournaments being held across the state that cover a wide variety of formats and species. We caught up with some winners to get a few tips on their strategies for success.[…]
Field Notes
Topwater troubles?
May is a great month to throw topwater lures for speckled trout all along the coast, and it’s especially true in Big Lake.[…]
Fishing Hotspots
MRGO, Bay Eloi highlight speckled trout action out of Shell Beach
My old friend Capt. Tim Ursin, aka Capt. Hook (504-512-2602) said if he had fingers on his left hand he’d have bitten the nails off long ago worrying about the absence of shrimp in the water — along with the absence of speckled trout, too.[…]