Events & Announcements
Louisiana Sportsman August issue put to bed
The staff of Louisiana Sportsman magazine wrapped up production of the August issue today (July 21), and sent it to the off-site printer.[…]
Statewide LA
Apex Predator
Gear up for floundering!
Flounders are my favorite fish to eat. It’s usually hard to catch a limit of 10 with a rod and reel, but it can be easily done by gigging. Waiting for the correct environmental conditions and having the right gear plays a big part in sticking your limit.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Wade belts keep anglers ready in the water
One of the first things I noticed while wade fishing with Dr. Sam and Michelle Field was just how far they waded away from their boat. I got out pretty far, too, and that’s when I realized that I needed another plastic bait.[…]
Hunting
Tips for choosing the right crossbow
Choosing the right crossbow can be a daunting task, especially for those who making their first foray in to the weapons. Let’s face it: There’s a ton of options, and everybody says that their crossbow is the best.
In desperation, many potential crossbow hunters grasp at straws and buy the cheapest, the fastest or just the prettiest crossbow. When someone buys using these criteria to guide them there are two possible outcomes.
Either they are very lucky, or they are doomed to disappointment.[…]
Fishing
LSU season tickets up for grabs during Louisiana boating safety courses
Students attending safe-boating courses between July 13 and Aug. 27 are eligible to win LSU football season tickets, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced today (July 12).
The tickets were purchased by the Louisiana Wildlife Agents Association and will be raffled off.[…]
News Breaker
2012 turkey hunting regulations proposed by LWFC
Turkey hunting season dates and regulations for 2012 were proposed yesterday (July 7) during the monthly meeting of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission.[…]
News Breaker
Louisiana to keep two duck zones this year
After much discussion in recent weeks regarding changes to the state’s duck-hunting zones, it looks like they’re going to stay the same after all.
At least for this year.
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Waterfowl Study Leader Larry Reynolds told the commission that oversees his agency today (July 7) that he didn’t advise attempting to change the zones this season because of federal hurdles that would have to be cleared before such a plan could be implemented.[…]
Hog Hunting
What’s so bad about hogs?
It’s no coincidence that land managers who devote their time and dollars to improving their properties for deer populations also end up seeing many more hogs.[…]
Fishing
A wireless kill switch never gets in your way
Here’s a hassle-free substitute for that kill-switch lanyard you stopped wearing because it was always in the way.[…]
Columns
Management work continues despite the high water
A lot of time, money and effort spent doing wildlife habitat work is being washed away as the waters of the Mississippi rise and are diverted into the floodway systems.[…]
Columns
A question about fuel economy
With the cost of gasoline going up, fuel economy has become a regular topic in the e-mails that I receive. A recent question dealt with the addition of a hydrofoil fin on a reader’s outboard motor.[…]
Hunting
PlotWatcher Pro
Like the original PlotWatcher, the new PlotWatcher Pro uses time-lapse video technology to record high-definition images, taking a picture every 5 or 10 seconds, and saving these individual pictures as an HD video.[…]
Fishing
Pro Chip
The Pro Chip line started by John McWhite has expanded this year to the Freshwater market.[…]
Fishing
The Snip
Boomerang Tool Company is offering anglers the ultimate line-cutting solution.[…]
General
Home Guard Safe
Cannon’s new Home Guard Series gives owners the peace of mind knowing that their expensive property, hard-to-replace keepsakes and valuable personal information are safe and secure.[…]
General
Kowa Genesis Series
Bowhunters will love the Genesis Series/XD 44 and Genesis Series/XD 33 binoculars from Kowa. Utilizing four XD lenses, their advanced technology creates a brighter image with high contrast and remarkable color reproduction.[…]