News Breaker
Water-control structure project completed on Russell Sage WMA
The LDWF and Delta Waterfowl have replaced the main water control structure on the Russell Sage WMA Bean Field Impoundment.[…]
Deer of the Year
Spillman takes big 8-point buck in Madison Parish
Austin Spillman of Patterson was hunting on private land in Madison Parish when he downed a big 8-point at 25 yards with his crossbow.[…]
Fishing
LDWF recognizes Aquatic Volunteer Instructors at the VIP Awards Banquet
The LDWF celebrated their top Aquatic Volunteer Instructors at an Appreciation Banquet and extended education opportunity on Oct. 16.[…]
Field Reports
Rabbit hunting with beagles
Using skilled rabbit hunting dogs, hunters can enjoy an exhilarating chase as the dogs flush out rabbits from dense underbrush.[…]
Features
Bet on Buras for bull reds
Capt. Tori Arnona, who fishes out of Buras, said anglers can head upriver or downriver, anywhere between Empire and Venice this month.[…]
Deer of the Year
Heflin teen makes quick work of huge Webster Parish buck
Riley Daniel downed this Webster Parish 10-point with a Ruger American .308 on Oct. 19.[…]
Crappie/Bream
‘Shooting’ docks puts small baits where big crappie lurk
To get way back under cover for crappie, try “shooting docks.” This essentially means turning a fishing rod into a bow.[…]
Features
Paul Brown baits catch big trout
Paul Brown started creating artificial lures in his garage in 1974. His Corky has been responsible for catching many big trout in the South.[…]
Deer Hunting
Transforming small plots into big-buck magnets
Russell Colvin shared some tips for any deer hunter with goals of taking a trophy buck on a small plot of land.[…]
Features
Optimal tides for speckled trout fishing
The tide-driven flow velocity of the water doesn’t have to be high in order to arrange the conditions to make for excellent trout feeding.[…]
Field Notes
The peekaboo beaver
You never know what you’ll see when fishing, so keep your eyes open for peekaboo creatures.[…]
Features
The top Louisiana WMAs for waterfowl hunting
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries game biologists reported on the upcoming waterfowl hunting season at WMAs in all seven regions.[…]
Catfish
LDWF to host fishing event at Bogue Chitto State Park Nov. 3
The LDWF and Bogue Chitto State Park invite you to Get Out & Fish! on Nov. 3 at Bogue Chitto State Park in Franklinton.[…]
Field Reports
Why these fish and many more were in this spot!
Marsh Man Masson and Capt. Martha Spencer hardly even had to get the boat on plane after leaving a launch into the river near Buras.[…]
Hunting Reports
Doe with horns
Jerry Bailey got his first doe with horns.[…]
Field Reports
Sparking a passion for alligator hunting
The thrill of Louisiana alligator hunting is enhanced by the camaraderie shared among fellow hunters, making it a memorable experience.[…]