Follow the shrimp for spring specks

FEATURES

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.

Pass through Big Lake structures to a redfish paradise

April 24, 2026

Big redfish commonly congregate on the downstream side of the Calcasieu Lake weirs waiting to snatch anything flowing to them.

HUNTING

LWFC gives final approval to NOI for 2026 Louisiana black bear hunting season

May 13, 2026

The LWFC gave final approval for a Notice of Intent to conduct the next Louisiana black bear hunting season in December of 2026.

BASS FISHING

Toledo Bend gives up enormous bass to Lafayette angler

April 14, 2026

Greer Billeaud of Lafayette caught a 12.50-pound bass while fishing with his son, Hansen, on April 6 at Toledo Bend.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Lake Bruin State Park

April 19, 2026

Lake Bruin State Park offers a family friendly atmosphere. Two boardwalks and two piers provide lakeside fishing.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Ready for red snapper

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.

Topwater fishing for spring trout

April 24, 2026

Kayak anglers that do not use topwater lures are missing out on some of the most exciting kayak fishing there is.

Out of State Destinations: Swansboro, North Carolina

April 17, 2026

Just off the beaches in Onslow County, anglers could find bull redfish, speckled trout and other fish species familiar to Louisiana anglers.

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NEWS BREAKERS

LWFC gives final approval to NOI for 2026 Louisiana black bear hunting season

May 13, 2026

The LWFC gave final approval for a Notice of Intent to conduct the next Louisiana black bear hunting season in December of 2026.

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

Journaling can improve your hunting and fishing experiences

April 24, 2026

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