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June 4, 2026

The June 2026 Issue

Tchefuncte River blue catfish | Young angler in state record book for alligator gar | Summer bassin’ on the Sabine River
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Many opportunities in the fertile waters around Fourchon

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.

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

LWFC explains changes to CWD areas

June 3, 2026

The LWFC addressed modifying CWD Management Zones as a result of the passage of Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 24.

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

LDWF Secretary Bosworth increases red snapper bag limit to five fish for Memorial Day weekend

May 19, 2026

LDWF Secretary Tyler Bosworth has increased the red snapper bag limit to 5 fish per person per day for Memorial Day weekend.

INSHORE FISHING

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.

A closer look at Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA

May 22, 2026

Pointe-aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area consists of 33,488 acres of mostly marsh. It is located 15 miles south of Houma.

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.

PHOTO CONTEST

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF and LDAF launch Louisiana Forestry Initiative to support private landowners

June 1, 2026

The Louisiana Forestry Initiative is a new cost-share program designed to help private landowners improve forest health and wildlife habitat.

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

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

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