Freshwater Fishing
LDWF’s fish hatcheries stocked 4.2 million freshwater sportfish statewide this spring
The LDWF hatcheries produced and stocked approximately 4.2 million freshwater sportfish during the spring 2024 stocking season.[…]
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
BOTE Breeze Aero Paddleboard
The BOTE Breeze Aero inflatable paddleboard is pefect to fish from while standing or sitting, and you can pack it anywhere.[…]
Big Bass
Reader Report: Bussey Brake gives up two double-digit bass
Casey Taylor and his dad, Lendel, went fishing at Bussey Brake Reservoir on July 5. Casey caught two big bass, a 10-pounder and a 12-pounder.[…]
Field Notes
The scenic rivers
Each year, thousands of Louisianians flock to the Tickfaw, Tchefuncte and Amite rivers to swim, fish, ski, canoe and kayak.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF to hold public meeting to address Atchafalaya Basin freshwater fisheries concerns
LDWF will hold a meeting where Inland Fisheries biologists will present data describing fisheries trends in the Atchafalaya Basin.[…]
Columns
Crab, Corn and Brie Empanadas
The sweet meat of blue crabs is a prized ingredient in a variety of dishes, including this recipe for Crab, Corn and Brie Empanadas.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through June 30
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries released the private recreational red snapper landing estimates through June 30, 2024.[…]
Fishing
Thermacell Rechargeable Mosquito Repellent
Forget the gas cartridges, this Thermacell uses a rechargeable battery.[…]
Catfish
Don’t discount catfish
Catfish provide great sport and have become common catches for kayak anglers fishing in all the traditional saltwater areas.[…]
Field Notes
How to properly net a fish
Netting a fish properly isn’t too difficult, as long as you follow a few simple rules. These tips will help.[…]
Bass Class
Walker duo set to engineer bass success at LSU
Tyler Covington and Brantley Tate made a big splash in high school bass fishing and both will now fish competitively with LSU Bass Fishing.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Elmer’s Island surf fishing safety tips
If you’re surf fishing at Elmer’s Island in Grand Isle this summer, please be safe and follow a few precautions.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF schedules drawdown for Lake Bistineau
The LDWF has requested that the DOTD begin a drawdown of Lake Bistineau in Webster, Bossier, and Bienville parishes on July 29, 2024.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Friends form fishing team to give back
Five New Iberia area women know how to put the fun in fundraising, whether organizing benefit events or participating in one.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF to allow limited bass and crappie fishing tournaments at Bussey Brake WMA
The LDWF has developed guidelines for fishing tournaments at Bussey Brake WMA to optimize the potential for the public.[…]
Newsletters
Record of not, Metairie angler thrilled with huge bottomfish
Ben LeBeouf of Metairie caught a 33.13-pound speckled hind while fishing with CoCo Charters out of Cocodrie.[…]