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August 30, 2026

The August 2026 Issue

Hot August bassin’  |  Hunting blinds 101  |  Rigolets redfish  |

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First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands

FEATURES

September dove traditions

August 21, 2026

With the rise in popularity of deer hunting, especially early archery hunting, the traditional Louisiana dove hunt has fallen on hard times.

White trout get no respect

August 21, 2026

White trout are a great way to stock up the freezer before spring rolls back around. There’s no daily bag limit.

HUNTING

New early archery season to open on private lands in CWD Management Zones

August 30, 2026

Deer hunters on private land inside Louisiana’s CWD Management Zones will have nine additional days of archery hunting this year.

BASS FISHING

Fall transition starts at Toledo Bend

August 21, 2026

The cooler the September days, the more and more bass push into drains and creek channel bends across the lake.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Bobby Garland Slab Stalk’R

August 20, 2026

The Bobby Garland Crappie Baits Slab Stalk’R will catch slabs if finicky crappie aren’t eating the Baby Shad.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Recreational red snapper season to close Aug. 9

August 7, 2026

LDWF Secretary Tyler Bosworth signed a declaration of emergency to close the private recreational Red Snapper season on August 9, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

Head to Black Bay, Bay Eloi and Breton Sound for August trout

August 6, 2026

The speckled trout will move into the various islands and structures in Black Bay, like Stone Island, Lonesome, Iron Banks and more.

The Matrix Shrimp

August 21, 2026

The Matrix Shrimp arrived in July to the delight of saltwater fishermen, particularly those who fish deep, moving water.

Battling a shark from a kayak

August 21, 2026

If done properly and safely, one decent-sized shark can provide a kayak angler great sport as well as many delicious dinners.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF Enforcement Division welcomes 23 new agents at graduation

August 30, 2026

The LDWF Law Enforcement Academy graduated its 38th class of cadets into the ranks of LDWF Enforcement Division agents.

RECIPES

Creamy Cajun Venison Alfredo

August 21, 2026

Creamy Cajun Venison Alfredo is made with whitetail backstrap, fresh fettuccine noodles, butter and Parmesan cheese.

FIELD NOTES

Tickfaw State Park

August 24, 2026

Whether visitors are interested in camping, paddling, hiking, wildlife viewing or simply relaxing in nature, Tickfaw State Park delivers.

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