The July 2026 Issue
FEATURES
First-class trout fishing at the Chandeleur Islands
July 24, 2026For anyone willing to make the run, summer is the best time to point a boat toward the Chandeleur Islands.
Hunting blinds 101
July 24, 2026Various blind options work for different situations, but one factor remains constant. Effective hunting blinds must mimic the surroundings.
INSHORE FISHING
Angler boats Louisiana’s potential new No. 4 tripletail on “backup trip”
July 8, 2026Ryan Stogner of Walker was fishing with Fish Venice Charters when he caught a 37-pound tripletail, which could be the new No. 4 in the state.
Sight casting to tripletail
July 1, 2026Tripletail love to suspend under floating objects. They drift along with logs, old crates or any other flotsam.
Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime
July 21, 2026Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.