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June 12, 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

Special black-bellied whistling duck season set for Louisiana Oct. 3-11

June 9, 2026

This October, Louisiana waterfowl hunters will be able to enjoy a special nine day black-bellied whistling duck season.

BASS FISHING

Stirring up action at Toledo Bend

June 7, 2026

Crankbaits and big plastic worms take center stage when bass fishing at Toledo Bend during the month of June.

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

PENN Fathom 500 Low Profile Reel

May 27, 2026

The new PENN Fathom 500 Low Profile Reel has a compact, precision-engineered design to help saltwater anglers conquer the toughest fish.

INSHORE FISHING

Redfish chasing bait in the Mississippi River Delta

May 14, 2026

The weather didn’t deter the anglers gathered at Mike Frenette’s Redfish Lodge of Louisiana in Venice Marina.

Ten-year-old catches trophy trout in Hopedale

June 7, 2026

Parker Wozniak was fishing in Hopedale with his father, AJ Wozniak, when he got a 7.2-pound speckled trout.

Make Delacroix your June trout destination

June 7, 2026

Capt. Chris Danos charters out of Beshel’s Marina in Pointe a la Hache and on many spring days runs towards Delacroix for trout.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LWFC adopts NOI to modify permitted gear for the Special Bait Dealer’s Permit

June 10, 2026

On June 2, 2026 the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted a Notice of Intent to amend the Special Bait Dealer’s Permit.

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

Bayou Segnette State Park

May 28, 2026

Bayou Segnette State Park offers a multitude of recreational opportunities and visitors can enjoy the Louisiana swamps and marshes.

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