Fishing
Bill that would regulate pogey harvest passes House, moves on to Senate
On May 19, the Louisiana House of Representatives passed HB 535, which would create exclusion zones along the Louisiana coast.[…]
Newsletters
Columns
Species spotlight: Bluegill
Bluegill are a favorite among almost every angler, and these sunfish are found everywhere and revered where they’re found.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF participating in “Safe Boating Week” May 22-28
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division will be participating in “Safe Boating Week” from May 22-28.[…]
Fishing
Elmer’s Island shuttle to begin daily operations Memorial Day weekend
The LDWF announced that the beach-shuttle at Elmer’s Island will begin daily operations starting Memorial Day weekend.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Speckled trout by the boatload in Dularge
Marty Lacoste of Absolute Fishing Charters reported on May 19 that the fishing has been extremely good in the Dularge area.[…]
Columns
Caliber, bullet selection for white-tailed deer
When it comes to hunting deer, having a rifle in the right caliber and an appropriately constructed bullet can make all the difference.[…]
Newsletters
Offshore birthday trip produces impressive catch
An offshore trip was the 22nd birthday present for William Tucker of St. Clair, Mo., who was on the rod when a big swordfish bit.[…]
Alligator
LDWF announces 2021 alligator lottery for WMAs, USACE property and public lakes
The LDWF will conduct alligator lottery harvests on 19 WMAs, 28 public lakes and one U.S. Army Corp of Engineers property for 2021.[…]
Bass Fishing
Bass pro points fishermen to moving water, shad spawn in Lake Verret
Bass pro Cliff Crochet points fishermen to moving water in Lake Verret in May. It’s the place to be during the first weeks after post-spawn.[…]
News Breaker
Turkey harvest during 2021 season down almost 11 percent from 2020
The 2021 turkey harvest in Louisiana was down almost 11 percent from 2020 and the culprit was likely heavy spring rains.[…]
Field Reports
Plenty speckled trout CLOSE to river water!
Capt. Justin Bowles, Chris Macaluso and Marsh Man Masson headed out of the Plaquemines Parish port of Pointe a la Hache to catch fish.[…]
Columns
May: A Kayak smorgasbord
While good kayak fishing can be had year-round in coastal Louisiana, May could be the best month for comfort and variety.[…]
Newsletters
Plenty of fish to be had at Delacroix for the early-bird
Capt. Casey Brunning of Hurricane Bay Charters, reported improving water quality near Delacroix and good redfish and speckled trout fishing.[…]
Fishing
In a 10-4 vote, House committee greenlights HB 535 for debate in House of Representatives
The Committee on Natural Resources and Environment in Louisiana’s House moved HB 535 one step closer to becoming law yesterday.[…]
Fishing Hotspots
Guide expects trout action to bust out in Grand Isle
According to Capt. Keith “Herk” Bergeron, you should have plenty of shrimp for speckled trout bait around Grand Isle in May.[…]
Big Bass
Prairieville man scores Toledo Bend lunker
Ollie Pruett Slaughter of Prairieville caught an 11.82-pound largemouth bass, the kind of fish men dream of, at Toledo Bend.[…]