Field Reports
Bank fishing for catfish on the Mississippi River
Catching giant catfish in the Mississippi River requires understanding the river’s dynamics and employing effective fishing techniques.[…]
Newsletters
News Breaker
CCA Louisiana CEO David Cresson announces departure
CCA Louisiana announced that its longtime Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, David Cresson, is leaving the organization.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF announces South Central Louisiana freshwater fishing survey
The LDWF sent an online survey to randomly selected freshwater anglers in the Atchafalaya River Basin region via email.[…]
Big Bass
District court judge catches big Toledo Bend bass
Scott Westerchil of Leesville was fishing with his buddy, Colby Hand, on Feb. 14 when he caught an 11.1-pound largemouth bass at Toledo Bend.[…]
Columns
With colder temps, anglers should focus on deeper waters
Kayak anglers should consider chasing white trout. With colder water temps, they generally school up and hug the bottom in deeper waters.[…]
Field Reports
Speckled trout hugging to bridge pilings
Marsh Man Masson wanted to see if speckled trout were taking advantage of the temps to feast on baitfish near bridge pilings.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF requests angler feedback to help the commission set the 2025 recreational red snapper season
The LDWF asks for angler participation in a survey to learn about preferences for setting the 2025 recreational Red Snapper season.[…]
Columns
Venison Sausage and Peppers
This Venison Sausage and Peppers recipe incorporates venison, fire roasted tomatoes, bell peppers and red wine.[…]
Hunting
LDWF to conduct public meeting Feb. 26 on proposed 2025-2027 hunting regulation notices of intent
The LDWF will hold a public meeting to discuss its proposed 2025-27 hunting regulation notices of intent (NOI) on Feb. 26.[…]
Big Bass
DeRidder angler boats huge Vernon Lake lunker
Steve Sanford of DeRidder was fishing on Vernon Lake with his girlfriend, Denise Forbes, on Feb. 8 when he caught a 13-pound, 1-ounce bass.[…]
Fishing
H2OX Fillet table with sink
You’ll always have the perfect place to clean your fish with the H20X fillet table with sink.[…]
Hunting
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approves amendments to 2025-26 hunting regulation NOI
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC) approved several amendments to the 2025-26 hunting regulation notices of intent.[…]
Bass Class
High school senior puts in the work when it comes to bass tournaments
Riverdale Academy’s Colton Caskey has shown that dedication and success can pay off on the high school bass tournament level.[…]
Inshore Fishing
LWFC hears stock assessment, reef presentation and bowfishing update
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission hears stock assessment, reef presentation and bowfishing update.[…]
Big Bass
Martin catches monster bass at Toledo Bend
Bryant “Brother” Martin of Crowley with the 11.19-pound bass he caught at Toledo Bend on February 6, 2025.[…]
Columns
Lure Review: Mega Matrix Shad
The Mega Matrix Shad quickly rose to, well, mega go-to status for many saltwater fishermen across the Gulf Coast and elsewhere.[…]