From cull buck to wall hanger in one year

FEATURES

Drumming up fun – Black drum are powerful fighters

October 23, 2026

When it comes to stretching lines, a trophy black drum can beat almost anything in inshore waters and rivals many offshore fish.

She Hunts: 7 tips for success in the field

October 23, 2026

Kailey Richard and Taylor McIlwain share lessons that could help other women who want to start hunting or take their skills to the next level.

HUNTING

Ruston hunter takes down 168-inch trophy buck in Union Parish

November 10, 2026

Chris Hart of Ruston was hunting on private land in Union Parish when he killed a 168 ⅝-inch buck on Oct. 27.

BASS FISHING

Toledo Bend bass will relate heavily to grass and channel edges this month

October 31, 2026

There’s more bass habitat now in Toledo Bend than in more than a decade, which is welcome news for the fish and bass anglers.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Lake D’Arbonne State Park

October 23, 2026

Lake D’Arbonne State Park offers much more than great fishing. It provides just the right amount of leisure and relaxation for guests.

OFFSHORE FISHING

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INSHORE FISHING

The weather is cool, but the redfish bite is hot

October 23, 2026

As the days get colder, the redfish fishing gets hotter. The Louisiana marsh this time of year is what kayak anglers’ dreams are made of.

Anglers look to Lake Decade for solid fall trout fishing

October 23, 2026

Tommy Pellegrin of Custom Charters LLC has been pulling fish out of Lake Decade for as long as he can remember.

Mild weather and close trout make for great days in the kayak

October 19, 2026

This is the time of year kayak anglers dream of: mild weather, short paddles and limits of hungry trout make for a great day on the water.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Lottery registration open for LDWF’s Squirrel Hunting Workshop at Dewey W. Wills WMA

November 10, 2026

Registration is open for the Introduction to Squirrel Hunting Workshop Jan. 29-30, 2027, at Dewey W. Wills Wildlife Management Area.

RECIPES

Wild Pork Blanket Dumplings

October 23, 2026

Blanket dumplings are a warm, comforting dish made by wrapping flavorful fillings in soft dough, creating a cozy meal.

FIELD NOTES

Teen continues to shine in bass competition

October 23, 2026

Piers Picou, a two-time Louisiana Youth B.A.S.S. Nation Junior Bassmaster Angler of the Year, has started another chapter.