Follow the shrimp for spring specks

FEATURES

Many opportunities in the fertile waters around Fourchon

May 22, 2026

In the fertile waters around Port Fourchon, practically any fish might hit a bait at any moment. Stay flexible and be prepared.

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.

HUNTING

Journaling can improve your hunting and fishing experiences

May 25, 2026

Starting and maintaining a hunting and/or fishing journal is a step that could lead us to greater success in our chosen pastime.

BASS FISHING

Choose Chicot Lake in May

May 4, 2026

Brad Romero said it’s game on for bass fishing at Chicot Lake near Ville Platte when the calendar flips from April to May.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Shakespeare Youth Fishing Kits

May 12, 2026

Shakespeare is expanding its youth lineup with the introduction of new character-inspired Youth Fishing Kits – designed for young anglers.

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

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.

Many opportunities in the fertile waters around Fourchon

May 22, 2026

In the fertile waters around Port Fourchon, practically any fish might hit a bait at any moment. Stay flexible and be prepared.

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.

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NEWS BREAKERS

The Honey Island Shooting Range will remain closed due to flooding

May 29, 2026

The Honey Island Shooting Range, located on the Pearl River Wildlife Management Area will remain closed this weekend.

RECIPES

Wild Turkey Noodle Soup

May 10, 2026

With turkey season wrapping up around the state, this Wild Turkey Noodle Soup recipe is a good way to utilize your harvest.

FIELD NOTES

College angler overcomes obstacles to have great senior season

May 22, 2026

Champ Morales of Livingston had a great senior season on the Southeastern Louisiana University Fishing Team with teammate Grayson Aguillard.