Inshore Fishing
LWFC hears stock assessment, reef presentation and bowfishing update
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission hears stock assessment, reef presentation and bowfishing update.[…]
Newsletters
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.[…]
Hunting
Proposed regulation changes for the upcoming hunting seasons
A Notice of Intent (NOI) amending some hunting regulations for the 2025-2027 seasons was unanimously passed by the LWFC.[…]
Hunting
YETI French Press
Make the perfect cup of coffee, even in the field, with the YETI French Press.[…]
Big Bass
Texas angler ‘traps’ huge Toledo Bend bass in big tournament win
Eric Pledger of Timpson, Texas, was fishing a Fishers of Men Tournament at Toledo Bend on Feb. 1 when he caught a 12.98-pound bass.[…]
Alligator
LWFC approves NOI to extend alligator hunting season to Dec. 31
The LWFC approved a Notice of Intent to extend alligator hunting season to Dec. 31. The extension would apply to both the West and East zones.[…]
Field Reports
Forty swamp rabbits on a hunt with beagles
For hunters, rabbit hunting with dogs provides not only a challenge but also a connection to the land and its wildlife.[…]
Fishing Hotspots
Bayou Bienvenue trout
According to Tony Cuccia over at Fisherman’s Friend Bait Shop, the MRGO has been producing fish on both sides of the Green Bridge.[…]
Deer of the Year
Teen takes down big 10-point public land buck
Jaxson Fontenot, 15, of Milton was hunting at Richard K. Yancey WMA on Jan. 2 when he downed a trophy 10-point buck.[…]
Field Reports
Catch and cook: Crappie already crushing this technique
Marsh Man Masson went out this week to see if the annual crappie season has kicked off. What he found made him really happy.[…]
Events & Announcements
Louisiana Sportsman Show will be held March 28-30 in LaPlace
The Louisiana Sportsman Show presented by Shell will be held in LaPlace from March 28-30 and will feature indoor and outdoor exhibits.[…]
Bass Fishing
Lake Fausse Pointe bass anglers will have to travel to get their fill
With Lake Fausse Pointe fishing smaller, bass anglers in the winter and spring months need to cover as many potential hotspots as possible.[…]
Bass Fishing
Toledo Bend bass are poised for the spawn
If you’re going after bass on Toledo Bend as the calendar turns from January to February, here are some tips to help.[…]
Fishing
LDWF assessing and documenting saltwater fish kills from recent winter weather
After the recent freezing temperatures, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has received numerous reports of fish kills.[…]
Hunting
Farm to Feet Cedar Falls socks
Farm to Feet’s Cedar Falls socks are the ticket for outdoorsmen, no matter what the weather throws at you.[…]