Inshore Fishing
Hurricane Katrina actually helped the Trestles hold lunker trout
Before the Great Storm That Shall Not Be Named, Highway 11 was known as the lunker producer in eastern Lake Pontchartrain.[…]
Fishing
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Why anodes are crucial to outboard motors
Whenever two different metals are connected together — whether physically or electrically — and then immersed in saltwater, they become a battery.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Redfish tournament tackle and lures
Although many anglers are aware that foraging redfish are not nearly as selective as speckled, Skip Floyd and Anthony Beslin understand it’s still important to choose a lure that matches the areas being fished.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Keep wade-fishing gear simple
Waders often cover so much ground that they can hardly see their boat when they turn back around. This means they’ve got to carry everything they might need with them.[…]
Bass Fishing
Going out on top — Tips on how to fish topwater lures
“Topwater bass fishing isn’t all that complicated,” Stephen Mitchell explained. “You just got to figure out what they want. Sometimes they want it really erratic. Sometimes, like today, they like it chug-and-stop style.” […]
News Breaker
Federal bill would mandate state management of red snapper
Members of Louisiana’s congressional delegation have introduced the Offshore Fairness Act to extend the Bayou State’s jurisdiction in the Gulf of Mexico and solidify its position on the management of the red snapper fishery.[…]
NEW PRODUCTS
Aluminum trolling plugs offer offshore anglers another option
They may look a little like cedar plugs, but the Stogie, Diamondback and Tailwiggler Lures from BooneDox Gear and Tackle are much more – because they catch fish and keep on catching them.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
Lake Cataouatche, Salvador and Des Allemands crappie is all about finding clear water
Sac-a-lait season is in full swing in South Louisiana. This means the little fish are spawning and using up energy reserves causing them to be more aggressive than usual for a meal. Spawning sac-a-lait coupled with times of low atmospheric pressure will cause them to strike at most things you can throw their way.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Topwater trout lurking in Sulphur Mine
When Capt. Gordon Matherne (985-491-3452) called and reported catching big specks in the very skinny water around the Sulfur Mine, he didn’t have to ask me along on his next trip twice.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Shallow Water Revolution
Come with us as we fish the shallow waters of of Louisiana in search of Redfish.[…]
Fishing
Front to Back Boat Service – Trolling Motor Service
Front to Back Boat Service – Discusses Trolling Motor Service. Take a few minutes to listen to what Ken Sherman has to say about Trolling Motors.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Redfish Tips from Greg Hackney
Greg Hackney shows you a few tips to catch the Redfish in Louisiana[…]
Inshore Fishing
Pending Mississippi state-record trout landed
What looks to be a new Mississippi state-record speckled trout was landed Monday, the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources confirmed.[…]
Columns
A starling is born
Many centuries from now, archeologists will unearth a fishing diary belonging to one Catch Cormier. They’ll study it and find an amazing discovery. Like the Shroud of Turin, it will baffle scientists.[…]
Offshore Fishing
Tuna trip is totally worth it
“Where is the best place to get good sushi?” the stranger asked.[…]
Bass Fishing
Bayou Bartholemew gives up 10-pounder
Paul Clark isn’t exactly sure why Bayou Bartholomew turns on right before a rainstorm, but it’s been his experience that the best time to head there is right before Mother Nature gets fickle.[…]