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No need to winterize that kayak
There is no need to put away the kayak for the winter, as there are plenty of fish to be caught and generally the waters are much less crowded. […]
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Fishing Hotspots
Kayak fishing for reds and specks around Elmer’s Island
Venturing into the extensive saltwater marsh of Elmer’s Island can land a determined kayaker a limit of redfish, speckled trout and a flounder or two. […]
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Kayakers have great access to MRGO structure
Point your kayak towards the rock dam on the MRGO in Hopedale. It has easy access and consistently provides great fishing opportunities. […]
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Young angling expert loves Rat-L-Traps when it comes to bull reds
Next time you’re looking for some kayak fishing excitement, tie on a Rat-L-Trap and go rattle up some bull redfish. Here’s some tips. […]
Bass Fishing
Jerkbaits are great weapons for kayak anglers
On a recent trip to a freshwater lake, Steve Savoye showed a technique he uses to get up close and personal hunting bass in his trusty pirogue. […]
Fishing Tournaments
Kevin Schexnaider is champion of Ride the Bull 10
The Ride the Bull 10 Champion was Kevin Schexnaider of Erath. He caught his 26.8-pound bull just a few minutes after the tournament began. […]
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Are you a master kayak angler?
The Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club offers a unique event allowing members to challenge themselves to successfully catch a wide variety of different species. […]
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Kayak crabbing
Kayaks are usually the last vessel that comes to mind as a crabbing boat; however, with a little planning, they make it easy and exciting. […]
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Flounder Pounders
We caught up with a few flounder pounders that consistently bring flatfish to their kayaks. By following their advice, you can increase your success rate. […]
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Kayak anglers towing the line(s)
An often-overlooked but highly successful technique for catching trout from a kayak is trolling. This is the perfect time of the year to do it. […]
Bass Fishing
Kayak fishing on the edge
Here’s how kayakers can find hungry bass and redfish skirting the waters of the muddy Mississippi. […]
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Real kayak anglers, real reviews
Louisiana Sportsman reached out to several kayak fishermen with various levels of experience to get some personal reviews of popular models. […]
Bass Fishing
Kayak bass fishing’s biggest event of 2019
Kayak Bass Fishing’s 2019 National Championship, presented by Torqeedo, will take place around Shreveport-Bossier City on March 28-30, 2019. […]
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It’s a secret in the kayak fishing world
February may be the best kept secret in kayak fishing. If you pick the right days and conditions, the fishing can be absolutely fantastic.
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Winter have you down?
For kayak fishermen, January and February are generally dreaded months, but pick the right days and you can enjoy a great cold-weather kayak trip. […]
Ask Captain Paul
Ask Capt. Paul: Pointe aux Chien kayak waypoints
Waypoints in the Point aux Chien area of the Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area. […]