Big Bass
Reader Report: The hunt for a double-digit bass finally comes to an end
Austin Cruse of Merryville, La., was fishing at Bussey Brake Reservoir on March 12 when he landed a 12.4-pound lunker bass.[…]
Newsletters
Ducks
LDWF announces 2026 Louisiana Duck Stamp Contest
The LDWF has announced the rules and timeframe for the 2026 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp (Louisiana Duck Stamp) competition.[…]
Field Reports
The trout are crushing hard-plastics fished this way!
Marsh Man Masson ran across some really good water, and it was loaded with some of the biggest speckled trout he’s found in a long while.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF to send waterfowl survey to HIP registered hunters
The LDWF will send a survey to Harvest Information Program (HIP) registered Louisiana waterfowl hunters beginning March 17.[…]
Bass Class
NSU Fishing Team members make their mark
College students Cole Pickett, Ross Miller and Dawson Cowden all shine as up-and-coming fishing guides at Toledo Bend.[…]
Columns
Dogs being dogs in the offseason
With about 8 months until the early teal season in September, keeping hunting dogs in top shape is a year-round obligation.[…]
Deer Hunting
CWD case found in a white-tailed deer in Catahoula Parish
The LDWF is reporting a confirmed case of Chronic Wasting Disease in a hunter-harvested white-tailed buck in Catahoula Parish.[…]
Columns
Cajun Fish and Chips
Crispy, golden fillets seasoned with bold Louisiana spices, paired with twice-fried Cajun fries and a spicy homemade tartar sauce.[…]
Fishing
Savage Gear Pulse Tail Mullet Pro
The incredibly realistic Savage Gear Pulse Tail Mullet Pro is available in numerous sizes and colors.[…]
Big Bass
New bait produces huge Toledo Bend bass for Rayne fisherman
Hubert A. Daville of Rayne was fishing by himself on March 13 when he caught a 13.57-pound bass at Toledo Bend.[…]
Field Reports
Roadside fishing for speckled trout
Roadside fishing for speckled trout offers an accessible way to experience the state’s rich angling opportunities without needing a boat.[…]
Hunting
LWFC approves amendments to 2025-26 hunting season and WMA NOI at March meeting
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission passed several amendments to the 2025-26 hunting regulation notice of intent.[…]
Big Bass
Teen catches tagged Toledo Bend bass
Thomas Deshotels, 15, of Kinder holds the 11.53-pound Toledo Bend bass he caught on a trip with his dad on March 8.[…]
Field Reports
Spring speckled trout chomping on this bait
Marsh Man Masson took Wes Higgins of Bill Lewis Lures into the Louisiana marsh to use some suspending Scope Stiks on the speckled trout.[…]
Big Bass
March roars in for Toledo Bend anglers
March has definitely come in like a lion for bass fishermen who call Toledo Bend home. It gave up six double-digit bass in three days.[…]
Newsletters
LWFC members approve NOI for possible changes to 2025 bear season
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission members approved a NOI for the possible changes to bear season at their March meeting.[…]