Survey
Proposed limited access area on Pass a Loutre WMA detailed
If approved, the proposed limited access area for the Pass a Loutre Wildlife Management Area would include a total of 1,945 acres.[…]
Columns
Input sought for deer-season changes proposed for much of state
Hunters in Areas 1 and 6, constituting all of Southeast Louisiana, would be able to hunt through Feb. 15 if changes proposed by the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission are ultimately adopted.[…]
Ethanol Free Gasoline
The Boat Doctor warns of hazards of ethanol gas in marine engines
Hank Johnston, the Boat Doctor, wrote a great article about the effects of ethanol on marine motors, and he’s agreed to allow it to be used in my blog. Please take the time to read it, and let us know what you think.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Hedge your bets with market bait
It’s not quite as bad as having a scarlet letter sewn on your chest pocket, but fishing with market bait does carry somewhat of a stigma across coastal Louisiana.[…]
Fishing
Boaters group offers advice for what could be more-active hurricane season
With the release of several early seasonal hurricane forecasts for this year, boaters and marina operators are finding out they could face a much different scenario than last year’s relatively mild storm season.[…]
News Breaker
Hackney finishes year’s first Elite Series in third
Gonzales’ Greg Hackney went into today’s (March 14) final day of the season’s first Bassmaster Elite Series stop in the lead, but was unable to boat a full five-fish limit on the California Delta and tumbled to third.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Anglers share trophy tips at Trout Masters event
If you’re looking to catch the biggest trout of your life this fishing season, there’s one bait that should definitely not be on the terminal end of your line.[…]
Fishing Tournaments
2010 Bassmaster Federation Nation Championship slated for Red River
BASS announced today that the 2010 Bassmaster Federation Nation Championship will be held on the Red River out of Shreveport on Oct. 27-29.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Meet Sportsman authors at this weekend’s Sportsmen’s Show
There will be plenty to see and do at this weekend’s Louisiana Sportsmen’s Show and Festival in Gonzales. Louisiana Sportsman will be on hand, represented by some of the magazine’s contributing writers, who will be available for book signings throughout the three days.[…]
Events & Announcements
Louisiana on right coastal-erosion track, Jindal says
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal told the Coastal Conservation Association Friday night (March 5) that the state has never done more to reverse the loss of its wetlands than it’s doing now.[…]
Fishing
MotorGuide R3
The new R3 trolling motor from MotorGuide is the perfect choice for the angler seeking a versatile and high-quality trolling motor at a very reasonable price.[…]
Fishing
Shibui Yana
The Shibui Yana is an innovative new fishing lure from Talon Lures that combines the foundation of a buzzbait with the dressings of a swim jig and a spinner.[…]
Deer Hunting
Commission considers February deer hunting in Areas 1, 6
Hunters in Areas 1 and 6 could be hunting into February if a proposal put forth by the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission today is ultimately approved.[…]
News Breaker
Arkansas Duck Calling Classic in two weeks
Ducks Unlimited and Mack’s Prairie Wings are joining forces March 19 to host the Arkansas Duck Calling Classic, one of the largest sanctioned duck calling competitions in the country, in Stuttgart, Ark.[…]
Fishing
Automotive GPS units have leapt miles forward
Have you ever missed a turn, decided to go around the block and found yourself in a part of town you didn’t know existed?[…]
Deer Hunting
Spring a great time to prep for next deer season
The Deer need your help this time of year.
Look around: There is no green except for food plots leftover from hunting season, and they are in need of fertilizer (nitrogen only lasts 90 days ). And The herd is coming off a harsh winter and rut, so they are run down.[…]