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Poptology — Tips for fishing popping corks for Delacroix trout
Momma didn’t raise no fool: I’ve always been a quick study. And Hopedale/Delacroix fishing guide Capt. Ted DeAgano has always been a teacher.[…]
July 2013
Bass Fishing
Tantalizing Topwaters — How to maximize fishing odds with surface baits
So I’m sitting in the middle of the lake with Bassmaster Elite Series pro Terry Scroggins as he chats boat-to-boat with a fellow tournament pro, when the telltale flipping, splashing and ravenous commotion signalled schooling bass even before we turned our heads for visual confirmation.[…]
General
Calcutta pliers
Calcutta is introducing two new pairs of aluminum pliers; a split ring model in silver and a needle nose model in gunmetal gray. Both versions have carbide mono and braid cutters and both have been tested for fresh and saltwater use.[…]
Columns
Give ’em a break
It’s all the rage to bash governmental agencies. Folks are tired of taxes, tired of the political wrangling that prevents much from happening (which might be a good thing) and turned off by partisan sniping reminiscent of spoiled children.[…]
Deer Hunting
Deer 365
Deer 365 from Banks Feed is a mineral enriched protein supplement designed to enhance antler growth and meet all the nutritional needs deer have 365 days a year.[…]
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Cover: July 2013
Weather should settle this month, making it easy to fill boxes with trout.[…]
Hunting
BowTech Experience
Built to enhance every hunt, the Experience is an incredibly smooth compound bow from BowTech Archery that delivers a silent shot with ultra low vibration and pinpoint accuracy every time.[…]
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Cocodrie Wonderland — Fish for exotic species around this offshore oasis
Our boat was drifting on a cobalt-blue sea about 220 over a limestone-capped, coralline-encrusted “mountain.” We were out to catch what our skipper, Tommy Pellegrin, called “Cocodrie exotics” — a term he uses to describe the big variety of reef fish he catches from natural bottoms.[…]
General
Gneaux More Gnaughty Gnat Repellent
After extensive testing, Gneaux More Gnaughty Gnat Repellent from Marina Cottage Soap Co. has proven itself to repel gnats and allow sportsmen to enjoy outdoor activities.[…]
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Wicked Audio
Wicked Audio’s Helix line of dual-color headphones allow you to be as active as you’d like without worrying about the earbuds falling out. Perfect for the on-the-go sportsmen, they offer flexibility and a comfortable and snug fit.[…]
Crappie/Bream
Crappie Cops — Tips for summertime crappie-fishing success
Covering water and watching the speed limit are keys to success when crappie scatter during the oppressive summer heat. Here are some tips.[…]
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GUNK Tough Series
GUNK recently introduced a new line of appearance cleaners specifically formulated for trucks and SUVs. The Tough Series line includes a concentrated Truck Wash, heavy duty Tire & Wheel Cleaner, Bug Remover, deep cleaning Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner and a tint safe Glass Cleaner.[…]
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Snow Days — How to fish Lafitte depends on weather in the frozen North
Storm clouds loomed over Capt. Jason Shilling’s head as he idled away from Seaway Marina in Lafitte with the intention of heading toward Lake Salvador.[…]
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One Man’s View — One of Louisiana’s only full-time outdoor writers talks about his career
The shoulders of Bob Marshall’s career trail as an outdoor writer are littered with dead sacred cows. […]
Bass Fishing
Bass fishing: Going to the weeds
Bass anglers have a love-hate relationship with submerged plants. Called submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) by biologists, they are a constant factor in freshwater fishing in Louisiana.[…]
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Chain Gang
Sometimes you just have to drop whatever you’re doing and go fishing. Call in sick, take a vacation day, cancel the dentist appointment, postpone that emergency appendectomy (well, OK, maybe not that), but do (almost) whatever it takes to break loose and enjoy some aqua-therapy.[…]