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May 22, 2026

The May 2026 Issue

Alligator lottery winner tags | Pass through Big Lake structures to redfish | What’s bugging bream?
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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

What are deer eating?

May 22, 2026

Develop a program to improve your property’s deer forage if your goal is to have quality whitetails with nice antlers and good body weights.

BASS FISHING

Stirring up action at Toledo Bend

May 22, 2026

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

FRESHWATER FISHING

What’s bugging bream?

April 24, 2026

Finding a mayfly hatch at the right time could turn any humdrum day into a memorable experience and put a numerous panfish in the boat.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF Secretary Bosworth increases red snapper bag limit to five fish for Memorial Day weekend

May 19, 2026

LDWF Secretary Tyler Bosworth has increased the red snapper bag limit to 5 fish per person per day for Memorial Day weekend.

INSHORE FISHING

A closer look at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA

May 22, 2026

Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area consists of 33,488 acres of mostly marsh. It is located 15 miles south of Houma.

CCA Louisiana, CITGO, and LDWF announce two new artificial reefs in the Lake Charles area

April 28, 2026

CCA Louisiana, joined by CITGO and the LDWF, announced today the construction of two new nearshore artificial reefs along Louisiana’s coast.

Keeping a tab on bills that could impact menhaden operations off Louisiana’s coast

May 3, 2026

Four bills that aim to control the take of menhaden off Louisiana’s coast passed the House Natural Resources Committee.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

Pearl River WMA Old Highway 11 reopened

May 21, 2026

Old Highway 11 on Pearl River WMA has reopened after the Pearl River has fallen below 16.5 feet, LDWF announced.

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

April 24, 2026

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

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