Inshore Fishing
HB 535: House says ‘no’ to Senate amendments, sends bill to conference
The House rejected the Senate’s amendments to HB 535, a bill that would create “exclusion zones” along the Louisiana coast.[…]
Fishing
News Breaker
Four men cited for red snapper violations in Plaquemines Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited four men for alleged recreational fishing violations on June 4 in Plaquemines Parish.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Amended Pogey Bill, HB 535, back in House of Representatives for concurrence vote today, June 8
HB 535, a bill that would create exclusion zones along the Louisiana coast passed with amendments in the Senate.[…]
Fishing
Fish for free this weekend
On June 12 and June 13, Louisiana residents and visitors are encouraged to go outside and enjoy the fabulous fishing opportunities available.[…]
Bass Fishing
Two men cited for contest fraud after bass tournament in Caddo Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited two Louisiana men for alleged contest fraud in Caddo Parish on May 29.[…]
Field Notes
PFDs: How to choose the right size
Because humans come in all shapes and sizes, there is no one-size-fits-all PFD, and it’s necessary to check the fit of each device.[…]
Fishing
LDWF announces public meeting to discuss drawdown of Iatt Lake
The LDWF will hold a public meeting on June 24 to discuss Iatt Lake management and aquatic vegetation control.[…]
Fishing
Red Piranha found in University Lakes in Baton Rouge
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has verified that a Red Piranha was caught in University Lakes in Baton Rouge.[…]
Fishing
LWFC adopts NOI to modify gear for the Special Bait Dealer’s Permit
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted a NOI to amend the current gear requirements for the Special Bait Dealer’s Permit.[…]
News Breaker
Alexandria man cited for charter and tuna violations in Plaquemines Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited an Alexandria man for alleged charter guide and tuna fishing violations in Plaquemines Parish on May 29.[…]
Columns
Hard-plastics make June an epic month for speckled trout
Hard-plastics tend to deliver bigger speckled trout than soft-plastics on average, and that’s particularly true during June.[…]
Fishing Reports
Kyle Huynh’s Myrtle Grove flounder
Kyle Huynh with dad Khanh Huynh fishing in Myrtle Grove, Louisiana on April 4, 2021 on Easter day.
Fishing Reports
Personal best redfish for Cameron Dennis
Cameron Dennis caught his personal best, a 22″ redfish, at Shell Beach on May 31st. Cameron was fishing with his Dad and Pops. It was a great day for fishing!
Fishing Reports
Jenna Whitmer’s big catch
Jenna Whitmer 5/28/2021 Venice, La
Fishing Reports
Michael Taylor’s Grand Isle speckled trout
Michael Taylor, Lafayette LA. Caught this speckled trout on plastics during trip in Grand Isle in May. Photo by Jeff Johnson.
News Breaker
Opening weekend for red snapper a huge success for Louisiana fisherman
Louisiana’s red snapper season started off with a bang last weekend. This weather may pose problems this weekend, but plenty of anglers are willing to give it a try.[…]