General
Digital Treasures: Repel
The Repel case has a triple-action protective seal that ensures no water can reach your iPad, while at the same time not interfering with screen function or clarity.[…]
General
Columns
Catch-and-release hurting bass fishing
Old dogs can learn new tricks. Proof of that came in January when the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries’ Mike Wood announced that slot limits should be dropped on six lakes that have been part of the state’s quality-lakes system for more than 20 years.[…]
Events & Announcements
Volunteers needed for annual Crab Trap Rodeo on Feb. 15 in Dularge
Volunteer boat owners and dockside helpers are needed to assist in the 2014 Derelict Crab Trap Rodeo on Saturday, Feb. 15 in Dularge.[…]
Coastal Projects
State coastal recreation plans discussed at Thibodaux meeting
State officials heard concerns over fresh water diversions and future local development as the state presented its annual plan for coastal restoration for the 2014-15 fiscal year that starts July 1.[…]
Events & Announcements
LDWF announces annual Caney Creek Reservoir public meeting
Biologists with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a public hearing to discuss issues on the Caney Creek Reservoir, including an overview on aquatic vegetation and results of recent fish population sampling.[…]
General
Costa introduces the new Hamlin model to kick off 2014
To kick off the new year, Costa Sunglasses recently introduced the Hamlin model, the first of its new styles for 2014.[…]
Events & Announcements
Up to $6,000 reward offered for information on dead black bear in Concordia Parish, LDWF says
Agents with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries are looking for leads on who illegally killed a black bear found in Concordia Parish on Dec. 20.[…]
Events & Announcements
Fourth group of whooping cranes released at White Lake WCA
Ten juvenile whooping cranes were released into the wild Thursday at White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area in Gueydan, according to a press release.[…]
Columns
Sometimes nature is just fickle
Three short years ago, a little lake snuggled into the crescent of the Mississippi River southwest of New Orleans rose to world prominence when Kevin VanDam boated 20 fish worth 69 pounds, 11 ounces to win the Bassmaster Classic by a stunning 10 pounds.[…]
General
Wiley X sunglasses
As part of their Climate Control Series, Wiley X is releasing the new WX Knife. These sunglasses have removable Facial Cavity Seals that block out wind, debris and peripheral light.[…]
Columns
Ruger’s 1911
It has been noted that what you get today for a reasonable price in a 1911 pistol would have cost you a lot extra just a few years ago.[…]
Events & Announcements
A&E ducks for cover, reinstates Phil Robertson
Media reports indicate that A&E has reinstated Phil Robertson and will resume taping Duck Dynasty next spring with the entire Robertson family.[…]
Columns
Horses for conservation law enforcement
Within a few days after beginning employment with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries in 1977, I was riding a bucking bronco on the banks of Bayou Nachitoches in Avoyelles Parish.[…]
Events & Announcements
Almost 3,000 acres added to Ouachita WMA, LDWF says
The Ouachita Wildlife Management Area has expanded to more than 13,000 acres through a lease agreement now in place between the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.[…]
Events & Announcements
Duck Dynasty’s Phil Robertson suspended by A&E for homosexual remarks
Phil Robertson, the patriarch of A&E’s Duck Dynasty program based in West Monroe, was suspended Wednesday for anti-gay comments he made in an interview with GQ, according to media reports.[…]
Events & Announcements
Injured bald eagle in Beauregard Parish returned to the wild
A female adult bald eagle found injured in Beauregard Parish by a work crew late in October was rehabbed and returned to the wild, according to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.[…]