Bass Class
Sterlington’s Ian Carter is wise beyond his years on the bass trail
Ian Carter, a Sterlington High School junior, has emerged as one of the most consistent bass anglers in the Sportsman’s Paradise.[…]
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Big Bass
Big bass makes big splash for Louisiana angler
Jackson Cooper of Dry Prong landed the biggest bass of his life, a 10.41-pound lunker, on May 20 at Toledo Bend Reservoir. He also ended up winning the Big Bass Splash.[…]
Features
Louisiana State Park Series: Jimmie Davis and Chicot
Summer is here and you can partake in the fishing and camping at two facilities, Jimmie Davis State Park and Chicot State Park.[…]
Newsletters
LWFC adopts NOI to modify hooked passive fishing gear regulations
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted a Notice of Intent to modify rules regarding freshwater passive fishing devices.[…]
Field Reports
Catching BIG speckled trout for release over 20 inches
Release Over 20 is a conservation initiative where you can submit your catch and release of a speckled trout 20 inches in length (or longer).[…]
Columns
The legendary Chandeleur Islands
Todd Masson, Capt. Justin Bowles and television show host Kevin Ford made a trip to the Chandeleur Islands to fish for speckled trout.[…]
Fishing Hotspots
It’s a great time to catch fish trolling Sabine Pass
The weather may be hot, but that means perfect conditions for trolling up and down the Louisiana jetties out of Sabine Pass.[…]
Columns
Killer combination: Live shrimp, kayaks and speckled trout
Carrying shrimp in a kayak takes a little planning to keep them alive and kicking throughout the day’s speckled trout fishing.[…]
Bass Fishing
Simple wobblehead lure has endured time as steady bass catcher
Jim Dillard cashes checks with the Wobblehead in two ways — by selling them to other anglers and by using them at bass tournaments.[…]
Bass Fishing
Spro Flappin’ Frog 65
The SPRO Flappin’ Frog 65 is a buzzing-style lure that works in even the heaviest of cover.[…]
News Breaker
LWFC approves resolution creating John Franks WMA in Caddo Parish
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approved a resolution creating the John Franks Wildlife Management Area in Caddo Parish.[…]
Events & Announcements
Bowie’s Super Booth
Bowie Outfitters will have a big inventory on a lot of stuff at the Louisiana Sportsman Show this year, including hunting items.[…]
Fishing
CCA STAR time
If you are fishing for saltwater species in Louisiana this summer, participating in the 28th annual CCA Louisiana STAR is a simple choice.[…]
Fishing
Louisiana’s annual Free Fishing Weekend to be held June 11-12
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries invites you to take part in its annual Free Fishing Weekend on June 11 and June 12.[…]
News Breaker
Benton Middle School captures National Archery in Schools Program national championship bullseye title
Savannah O’Donohue led Benton Middle School to the national title in the 2022 National Archery in Schools Program bullseye tournament.[…]
Field Reports
This fish REALLY surprised me!
The greatest thing about the marshes of South Louisiana is their mind-blowing diversity. A host of gamefish species call the region home, and on any given day, one will be more willing to play than