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June 9, 2026

The June 2026 Issue

Tchefuncte River blue catfish | Young angler in state record book for alligator gar | Summer bassin’ on the Sabine River
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Many opportunities in the fertile waters around Fourchon

FEATURES

Hot days can still produce fast action for speckled trout

May 22, 2026

Even on the hottest days, anglers might find fast action. They just need to look for the trout and try different baits, methods and depths.

Tchefuncte River blue catfish

May 22, 2026

Mike Jones knows Tchefuncte River spawning blue catfish will move out of the shallows in June and head for the deeper holes.

HUNTING

LWFC approves DE to modify extended falconry duck season for 2026-27

June 5, 2026

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approved a Declaration of Emergency to modify the extended falconry duck season for 2026-27.

BASS FISHING

Alexandria angler scores monster bass during Indian Creek tournament

June 6, 2026

Will Carstens of Alexandria was fishing an Indian Creek Reservoir tournament when he caught a 13.42-pound bass on May 25, 2026.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Lake Claiborne State Park

May 22, 2026

Many people stay at Lake Claiborne State Park to fish Lake Claiborne. It is one of the most popular lakes for catching hybrid striped bass.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through May 17, 2026

May 31, 2026

The red snapper landings estimate through May 17, 2026 indicate that 97,049 pounds, or 11%, has been landed.

INSHORE FISHING

Protect yourself from Vibrio Vulnificus

May 22, 2026

The more algae blooms, the more Vibrio Vulnificus bacteria grows and the more dangerous it becomes in coastal waters.

A kayaker’s guide to fishing live shrimp

May 22, 2026

Head out on your next kayak fishing trip with a supply of live shrimp and your odds of success increase greatly.

A closer look at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA

May 22, 2026

Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area consists of 33,488 acres of mostly marsh. It is located 15 miles south of Houma.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LWFC approves NOI for regulations for Louisiana Conservation Incentive Program

June 5, 2026

The LWFC approved a Notice of Intent (NOI) to establish rules and regulations for the Louisiana Conservation Incentive Program.

RECIPES

Squirrel Empanadas

May 22, 2026

Squirrel meat is rich, lean, and perfect for braising low and slow — especially when paired with roasted potatoes and flaky empanada dough.

FIELD NOTES

Lake Claiborne State Park

May 22, 2026

Many people stay at Lake Claiborne State Park to fish Lake Claiborne. It is one of the most popular lakes for catching hybrid striped bass.

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