Fishing Hotspots
Think big bays for Hopedale fishing in May
The word from Capt. Don Maille is for Hopedale anglers to head to the bigger outside bays for the best May fishing action.[…]
Fishing
Reader Report: Angler shares special trip to Grand Isle pier
Grand Isle is responsible for Brad Felkins becoming a saltwater fishing addict. A fishing trip with his fiancée, Tay, is one of his favorites.[…]
Bass Fishing
Reader Report: Two 11 pounders
Michael Crapanzano and Chris Davis of Hammond were fishing at Bussey Brake Reservoir in March when they each caught 11-pound lunker bass.[…]
Hunting Reports
First limit of specklebellies
Jay “Jay Boy” Thompson, 9, was hunting in Sweetlake, La., on Nov. 24, 2022 when he got his first limit of specklebellies.
Field Reports
Fishing a public spot for bream
Jared Serigné went fishing for bream as big as his hand at a public bank fishing spot in St. Bernard Parish. Then he did a catch and cook.[…]
Columns
Species Spotlight: Eastern wild turkey
The Eastern wild turkey is one of the largest gamebirds in North America and is a prized bird among hunters.[…]
News Breaker
Agents cite Homer resident for turkey hunting violations in Claiborne Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited a man for alleged turkey hunting violations in Claiborne Parish on April 16.[…]
Fishing
191 boaters certified during “Boating Education Lagniappe Day”
The LDWF certified 191 boaters statewide after its 12th annual “Boating Education Lagniappe Day” on April 22.[…]
Fishing Tournaments
CCA STAR offering over $750,000 in prizes
The CCA Louisiana Statewide Tournament and Angler’s Rodeo (STAR), presented by Chevron, begins on May 27, 2023.[…]
Field Reports
Gear change makes a huge difference
Marsh Man Masson recently found pretty water everywhere and made a gear change to maximize his fishing success.[…]
Crappie/Bream
The dreaded words that no fisherman ever wants to hear
The bank of Lithium batteries in Lamar Bunting’s boat are twice as dependable as lead batteries and also weigh half as much.[…]
Deer Hunting
Trip to Tensas NWR gives a glimpse at Louisiana’s unique outdoors
Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge is a popular destination for hunters, fishermen, birdwatchers and wildlife photographers.[…]
News Breaker
Agents cited two Slidell subjects for red snapper violations in Plaquemines Parish
LDWF agents cited two Slidell residents for alleged commercial red snapper violations occurring over a one-year span in Plaquemines Parish.[…]
News Breaker
Agents cite man for hunting turkeys over bait in Vernon Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a man for alleged turkey hunting violations in Vernon Parish.[…]
Deer Hunting
LDWF: Eleven deer tested positive for CWD during 2022-23 hunting season
Eleven deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Tensas Parish during the 2022-23 hunting season.[…]
Bass Fishing
Major League Fishing tournament coming to Caney Lake, Bussey Brake
Major League Fishing will be hosting their General Tire Heavy Hitters all-star event on Caney Lake and on Bussey Brake Reservoir.[…]