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July 27, 2026

The July 2026 Issue

Bastian Island summer trout destination | Crank up on summer crappie | Sight casting tripletail

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Mississippi River Delta offers incredible fishing opportunities

FEATURES

Bastian Island is a prime summer trout destination

July 1, 2026

What makes Bastian Island different from most speckled trout destinations in South Louisiana is its versatility.

Rigolets redfish

July 24, 2026

When monster spawning redfish move in from offshore, they pass through Lake Borgne and proceed through the Rigolets.

HUNTING

Louisiana hunting numbers are trending upward

July 24, 2026

Louisiana hunting participation has risen modestly compared to 10 years ago. Deer harvest numbers have risen at a higher rate.

BASS FISHING

NetBait HexTek Bull Bream

July 25, 2026

Many bass anglers are getting bit consistently on the American Baitworks Co. NetBait BaitFuel HexTek Bull Bream Creature Bait.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Kayaking for catfish

July 24, 2026

With lowered bag limits on trout and redfish, freshwater catfish are often a welcome addition to a kayak anglers’ fish bags.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Belle Chasse angler catches potential state-record grouper

July 20, 2026

Steven Vicknair of Belle Chasse was fishing the Blue Boot Rodeo out of Grand Isle on July 10 when he caught a 48-pound yellowedge grouper.

INSHORE FISHING

Sight casting to tripletail

July 1, 2026

Tripletail love to suspend under floating objects. They drift along with logs, old crates or any other flotsam.

Head to Black Bay, Bay Eloi and Breton Sound for August trout

July 24, 2026

The speckled trout will move into the various islands and structures in Black Bay, like Stone Island, Lonesome, Iron Banks and more.

Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime

July 21, 2026

Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through July 12, 2026

July 27, 2026

The red snapper landings estimate through July 12, 2026 indicate that 659,232 pounds, or 74.7%, has been landed.

RECIPES

Pan-seared speckled trout with cherry tomatoes

July 6, 2026

This pan-seared speckled trout dish combines fresh fish and ripe produce and gives you an option that is not deep frying.

FIELD NOTES

Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime

July 21, 2026

Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.

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