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May 29, 2026

The May 2026 Issue

Alligator lottery winner tags | Pass through Big Lake structures to redfish | What’s bugging bream?
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Follow the shrimp for spring specks

FEATURES

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.

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.

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

Teen reflects on successful high school bass fishing career

May 23, 2026

After graduating in May from Summit Christian Academy, Travis Meche Jr. plans to fish pro bass fishing circuits such as Major League Fishing

FRESHWATER FISHING

Shakespeare Youth Fishing Kits

May 12, 2026

Shakespeare is expanding its youth lineup with the introduction of new character-inspired Youth Fishing Kits – designed for young anglers.

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

Make Delacroix your June trout destination

May 22, 2026

Capt. Chris Danos charters out of Beshel’s Marina in Pointe a la Hache and on many spring days runs towards Delacroix for trout.

Topwater fishing for spring trout

May 17, 2026

Kayak anglers that do not use topwater lures are missing out on some of the most exciting kayak fishing there is.

Protect yourself from Vibrio Vulnificus

May 22, 2026

The more algae blooms, the more Vibrio Vulnificus bacteria grows and the more dangerous it becomes in coastal waters.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

The Honey Island Shooting Range will remain closed due to flooding

May 29, 2026

The Honey Island Shooting Range, located on the Pearl River Wildlife Management Area will remain closed this weekend.

RECIPES

Wild Turkey Noodle Soup

May 10, 2026

With turkey season wrapping up around the state, this Wild Turkey Noodle Soup recipe is a good way to utilize your harvest.

FIELD NOTES

Lake Claiborne State Park

May 22, 2026

Many people stay at Lake Claiborne State Park to fish Lake Claiborne. It is one of the most popular lakes for catching hybrid striped bass.

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