From cull buck to wall hanger in one year

FEATURES

2026-27 WMA Waterfowl Forecast

October 23, 2026

No Wildlife Management Area in Louisiana gave up more ducks during the 2025-26 season than Dewey W. Wills WMA.

Fall in love with Caney Lake’s bass fishing

October 23, 2026

Find the shad, and you’ll find the bass at Caney Lake, at least according to bass pro and guide Jake Ormond of Sterlington.

HUNTING

Avoyelles Parish tract produces big crossbow buck for 9-year-old

November 5, 2026

Avoyelles Parish tract produces big crossbow buck for Julia Dupuis, a year after her father killed another monster buck.

BASS FISHING

Toledo Bend bass will relate heavily to grass and channel edges this month

October 31, 2026

There’s more bass habitat now in Toledo Bend than in more than a decade, which is welcome news for the fish and bass anglers.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Duckett Fishing’s Crappie Slayer Rod

October 14, 2026

The updated Crappie Slayer includes two all new models in 7-foot-5 and 7-foot-6, capitalizing on the newest trends in crappie fishing.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF announces recreational greater amberjack season to close on Oct. 14, 2026

October 13, 2026

The LDWF issued a Declaration of Emergency to close the recreational greater amberjack season in Louisiana waters on October 14, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

Vermilion Bay reefs come alive in November

November 2, 2026

In November, John Hardy of Shreveport heads for Vermilion Bay. In the fall, speckled trout leave deeper water and migrate toward the bays.

The weather is cool, but the redfish bite is hot

October 23, 2026

As the days get colder, the redfish fishing gets hotter. The Louisiana marsh this time of year is what kayak anglers’ dreams are made of.

Mild weather and close trout make for great days in the kayak

October 19, 2026

This is the time of year kayak anglers dream of: mild weather, short paddles and limits of hungry trout make for a great day on the water.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Black-bellied whistling duck hunters reminded they must complete required report by Nov. 8

November 2, 2026

The LDWF reminds waterfowl hunters who received a permit for the black-bellied whistling duck season ito complete the required report.

RECIPES

Wild Pork Blanket Dumplings

October 23, 2026

Blanket dumplings are a warm, comforting dish made by wrapping flavorful fillings in soft dough, creating a cozy meal.

FIELD NOTES

Left-handed bow is game changer for high school archer

October 15, 2026

Hollan Hicks, now entering his sophomore year at Benton High School, has the goal of a perfect score as he approaches archery competitions.