Mississippi River Delta offers incredible fishing opportunities

FEATURES

Bastian Island is a prime summer trout destination

July 1, 2026

What makes Bastian Island different from most speckled trout destinations in South Louisiana is its versatility.

Anatomy of a deer skull

July 1, 2026

The head of the deer receives all the sights, sounds and smells on the landscape and processes this information in a matter of seconds.

HUNTING

Louisiana hunting numbers are trending upward

July 24, 2026

Louisiana hunting participation has risen modestly compared to 10 years ago. Deer harvest numbers have risen at a higher rate.

BASS FISHING

Bass patterns to use at the Bend

June 29, 2026

If this month is anything like past Julys at Toledo Bend, it’ll be a pretty darned good month for bass fishing.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Bobby Garland Slab Stalk’R

July 24, 2026

The Bobby Garland Crappie Baits Slab Stalk’R will catch slabs if finicky crappie aren’t eating the Baby Shad.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Belle Chasse angler catches potential state-record grouper

July 20, 2026

Steven Vicknair of Belle Chasse was fishing the Blue Boot Rodeo out of Grand Isle on July 10 when he caught a 48-pound yellowedge grouper.

INSHORE FISHING

Lightning can strike anyone, anywhere at anytime

July 21, 2026

Weather can change rapidly on the Gulf Coast. If a thunderstorm begins building, head for shelter or in a safe direction away from the storm.

Head to Black Bay, Bay Eloi and Breton Sound for August trout

July 24, 2026

The speckled trout will move into the various islands and structures in Black Bay, like Stone Island, Lonesome, Iron Banks and more.

Angler boats Louisiana’s potential new No. 4 tripletail on “backup trip”

July 8, 2026

Ryan Stogner of Walker was fishing with Fish Venice Charters when he caught a 37-pound tripletail, which could be the new No. 4 in the state.

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF schedules drawdown for Clear-Smithport Lake

July 25, 2026

The LDWF, in conjunction with the Bayou Pierre Game and Fish Preserve Commission, has scheduled a drawdown of Clear-Smithport Lake.

RECIPES

Pan-seared speckled trout with cherry tomatoes

July 6, 2026

This pan-seared speckled trout dish combines fresh fish and ripe produce and gives you an option that is not deep frying.

FIELD NOTES

Teen archer is focused on returning to nationals

July 9, 2026

Archer Jewel Blakey, who just completed her sophomore year at Calvary Baptist Academy, wants to win another national title before graduating.