The July 2026 Issue

Will Carstens of Alexandria was fishing an Indian Creek Reservoir tournament when he caught a 13.42-pound bass on May 25, 2026.

Crappie are notorious for being super selective about artificial baits, and summertime normally only makes them even more difficult to catch.

LDWF Secretary Tyler Bosworth has signed a declaration of emergency to increase the red snapper limit to five fish per person for 7/2-7/5. 

The LDWF Enforcement Division will increase on the water patrols and enforcement as part of Operation Dry Water.

Squirrel meat is rich, lean, and perfect for braising low and slow — especially when paired with roasted potatoes and flaky empanada dough.

You have to want to hunt badly enough, enduring some pain and other setbacks, to ultimately achieve the goal of hunting later into your life.