Get a limit of springtime specks at Lemo’s Reef

FEATURES

How to stack up hogs on public land

April 1, 2026

With careful scouting and perseverance, hunters can successfully find and harvest hogs on public land in Louisiana.

Fishing reefs to rigs at Cocodrie

April 24, 2026

The early summer months are prime time for good to excellent speckled trout fishing out of Cocodrie. It needs to be put on your bucket list.

HUNTING

Improving your hunting dog’s social skills during the off-season

April 24, 2026

With a good four months until early teal season, keeping our dogs tuned up physically and mentally is a good distraction until opening day.

BASS FISHING

Rapala ClapTail 110

April 6, 2026

The Rapala ClapTail 110 is a cross between a Whopper Plopper-style topwater lure and a buzz bait with a clacker on it.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Return to Elkins Creek

April 14, 2026

Return to Elkins Creek by Evan Peacock is a collection of funny, lighthearted anecdotes from a dedicated Mississippi fisherman.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Red snapper ready

April 24, 2026

: Sportsmen should find excellent red snapper action all along the Louisiana coast when the season opens on May 1, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

Plano GoNow Boxes

April 20, 2026

Plano GoNow ensures hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts spend less time searching for gear and more time enjoying the outdoors.

Follow the shrimp for spring specks

April 24, 2026

It’s May in Louisiana, and the brown shrimp are beginning their move out of the marsh, setting the stage for some amazing trout fishing.

Bladed jigs for redfish

April 1, 2026

Anyone can catch redfish with bladed jigs by simply casting out and reeling it back. The lure itself creates the action.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Geocaching pilot program launched at three LDWF public lands

April 21, 2026

Geocaching enthusiasts can now take part in the treasure hunt game at Bogue Chitto WMA, White Lake WCA and Dewey W. Wills WMA.

RECIPES

Surf and Turf Carpaccio

April 12, 2026

This carpaccio takes that classic surf and turf concept in a lighter direction, pairing raw venison and fresh wahoo.

FIELD NOTES

Teen reflects on successful high school bass fishing career

April 24, 2026

After graduating in May from Summit Christian Academy, Travis Meche Jr. plans to fish pro bass fishing circuits such as Major League Fishing