Follow the shrimp for spring specks

FEATURES

Many opportunities in the fertile waters around Fourchon

May 22, 2026

In the fertile waters around Port Fourchon, practically any fish might hit a bait at any moment. Stay flexible and be prepared.

What are deer eating?

May 22, 2026

Develop a program to improve your property’s deer forage if your goal is to have quality whitetails with nice antlers and good body weights.

HUNTING

Journaling can improve your hunting and fishing experiences

May 25, 2026

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

BASS FISHING

Summer fishing is special at Wallace Lake

May 22, 2026

Summer bass fishing on Wallace Lake isn’t about beating the heat. It’s about understanding how the fish use it.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Tchefuncte River blue catfish

May 22, 2026

Mike Jones knows Tchefuncte River spawning blue catfish will move out of the shallows in June and head for the deeper holes.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Recreational red snapper landings for the 2026 opening weekend

May 19, 2026

The red snapper landings estimate through May 3, 2026 indicate that 8,307 pounds were landed during the first three days of the season.

INSHORE FISHING

Hot days can still produce fast action for speckled trout

May 22, 2026

Even on the hottest days, anglers might find fast action. They just need to look for the trout and try different baits, methods and depths.

A kayaker’s guide to fishing live shrimp

May 22, 2026

Head out on your next kayak fishing trip with a supply of live shrimp and your odds of success increase greatly.

Redfish chasing bait in the Mississippi River Delta

May 14, 2026

The weather didn’t deter the anglers gathered at Mike Frenette’s Redfish Lodge of Louisiana in Venice Marina.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Louisiana launches statewide Youth ATV/UTV Safety Task Force initiative

May 23, 2026

The Louisiana Youth ATV/UTV Safety Task Force was formed to reduce preventable crashes, injuries, and fatalities.

RECIPES

Squirrel Empanadas

May 22, 2026

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

FIELD NOTES

College angler overcomes obstacles to have great senior season

May 22, 2026

Champ Morales of Livingston had a great senior season on the Southeastern Louisiana University Fishing Team with teammate Grayson Aguillard.