The August 2026 Issue
FEATURES
Rigolets redfish
July 24, 2026When monster spawning redfish move in from offshore, they pass through Lake Borgne and proceed through the Rigolets.
Anatomy of a deer skull
July 28, 2026The head of the deer receives all the sights, sounds and smells on the landscape and processes this information in a matter of seconds.
INSHORE FISHING
Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime
July 21, 2026Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.
First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands
August 1, 2026For anyone willing to make the run, summer is the best time to point a boat toward the Chandeleur Islands.
Head to Black Bay, Bay Eloi and Breton Sound for August trout
August 6, 2026The speckled trout will move into the various islands and structures in Black Bay, like Stone Island, Lonesome, Iron Banks and more.