Bass Fishing
Kayak fishing on the edge
Here’s how kayakers can find hungry bass and redfish skirting the waters of the muddy Mississippi.[…]
Paddles ‘N Puddles
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Real kayak anglers, real reviews
Louisiana Sportsman reached out to several kayak fishermen with various levels of experience to get some personal reviews of popular models.[…]
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It’s a secret in the kayak fishing world
February may be the best kept secret in kayak fishing. If you pick the right days and conditions, the fishing can be absolutely fantastic.
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Winter have you down?
For kayak fishermen, January and February are generally dreaded months, but pick the right days and you can enjoy a great cold-weather kayak trip.[…]
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Female kayak angers have dream weekend
Seven female kayakers on an overnight outing and kayak trip from the launch in Point Aux Chenes. […]
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Kayak tournament tactics
The results of two major kayak tournaments recently held in Southeast Louisiana.[…]
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December’s best kayak fishing bets
December’s best kayak fishing destinations.[…]
Bass Fishing
Big water locales perfect for kayaks
Louisiana has several great freshwater fishing lakes that offer a variety of species like bass, bream and catfish. Also, don’t forget the excellent crappie fishing (white perch in North Louisiana, sac-a-lait in the South).[…]
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‘Fall’ for trout
Fall is finally here. The trout are on the move back into the marsh, and that’s great news for kayakers. The shorter days are coupled with shorter paddles, there’ no need for live bait and great catches of speckled trout await. Oh, and did I mention the pleasant weather?[…]
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Riding Barataria bulls
Kayak anglers are always looking to catch big fish out of their tiny boats. In coastal Louisiana, bull redfish easily fill the bill. They are hard fighters and regularly weigh up to 40 pounds. Plus, bulls are easy to catch in the right locations — and there’s no better time than the present.[…]
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New gear reviews
Many people are prone to getting seasick, and if you fish a kayak in rough waters, the tiny craft is prone to being tossed around — which can make things even worse.[…]
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Plastics for panfish
Many kayak anglers dream of catching giant fish from their small plastic boats. However, going in the completely opposite direction can be even more fun. Imagine catching scores of tiny, delicious fish — using nothing more than worms and a cane pole, or lightweight spinning gear.[…]
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First cast
When someone is interested in beginning kayak fishing, the standard advice is to demo several kayaks before deciding which one to buy. However, you still can’t truly get the feel of how a kayak performs under actual fishing conditions.[…]
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‘Kid’-yaking: Create memories on the water
A well-planned kayak fishing trip provides a lifetime of memories and learning opportunities kids can’t get in school.[…]
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It’s topwater trout time
If you’re looking to catch the biggest trout of your life, now is the time. […]
Bass Fishing
Targeting canal bass
Bass fishing as a professional sport conjures up images of sparkly boats with huge motors, and anglers standing on a stage showing off tournament fish that will soon be released.[…]