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FEATURES

How to stack up hogs on public land

April 1, 2026

With careful scouting and perseverance, hunters can successfully find and harvest hogs on public land in Louisiana.

What’s bugging bream?

April 24, 2026

Finding a mayfly hatch at the right time could turn any humdrum day into a memorable experience and put a numerous panfish in the boat.

HUNTING

Improving your hunting dog’s social skills during the off-season

April 24, 2026

With a good four months until early teal season, keeping our dogs tuned up physically and mentally is a good distraction until opening day.

BASS FISHING

Shreveport angler lands, then releases potential Cross Lake record bass

April 16, 2026

Eddie Hyatt of Shreveport caught a 15.24-pound bass at Cross Lake while fishing with Rex Moncrief on April 7.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Bowfin are prehistoric predators

April 1, 2026

Anglers intentionally fishing for bowfin won’t face much competition. Hooking into these toothy monsters provides unbelievable excitement.

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

Keeping a tab on bills that could impact menhaden operations off Louisiana’s coast

April 24, 2026

Four bills that aim to control the take of menhaden off Louisiana’s coast passed the House Natural Resources Committee.

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.

Anglers can rely on the West Cove to deliver trout

April 2, 2026

One of Erik Rue’s top choices for speckled trout fishing in April would be West Cove on the west side of the Intracoastal Waterway.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Geocaching pilot program launched at three LDWF public lands

April 21, 2026

Geocaching enthusiasts can now take part in the treasure hunt game at Bogue Chitto WMA, White Lake WCA and Dewey W. Wills WMA.

RECIPES

Surf and Turf Carpaccio

April 12, 2026

This carpaccio takes that classic surf and turf concept in a lighter direction, pairing raw venison and fresh wahoo.

FIELD NOTES

Victor Guarisco Lake End Park has plenty to offer sportsmen

April 20, 2026

Victor Guarisco Lake End Park, which sits on the bank of Lake Palourde, is truly a must see and experience destination in south Louisiana.