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.[…]
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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.[…]
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.[…]
Hunting
Irish Setter MudTrek Snake Boots
If you’re a hunter tromping the swamps and hillsides, Irish Setter’s MudTrek Snake Boots offer a light, comfortable snake boot.[…]
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.[…]
Field Notes
Gear-Check: PFDs
PFDs are an important part of boating safety, but they only work if you’re wearing it.[…]
Deer Hunting
Hunt club honey-do’s
Now is a great time to patrol your hunting grounds, you may find that your place is in need of a little TLC.[…]
Fishing
Weather experts forecast active hurricane season
The 2021 hurricane season promises to be a very active one according to weather experts.[…]
Fishing
Red Snapper and Speckled Trout Bites are on Fire
The Memorial Day weekend should be a good one for speckled trout and red snapper anglers, according to numerous fishing guides.[…]
Crappie/Bream
Concordia Parish honey hole brings the bream
Kelvontae Scott of Jonesville caught plenty of bream on crickets floated 2 feet under a cork at his honey hole in Concordia Parish.[…]
Catfish
Man wrestles 72-pound catfish into boat
J.R. Watson of Converse hooked a 72-pound catfish on the trotline he’d strung near his house on Toledo Bend Reservoir.[…]
Fishing Hotspots
Cracked crab is king for reds in lower Mermentau River
The lower Mermentau River draws redfish in June. The bait of choice for fishermen this month is cracked blue crab.[…]
Fishing Hotspots
Head to Biloxi Marsh this month for great redfish action
Capt. Justin Bowles of JB Fishing Charters spends many days in June targeting redfish in the Biloxi Marsh, and for good reason.[…]
Newsletters
Fishing oil and gas wells for speckled trout and redfish
In this Sportsman TV video, Capt. Charlie Thomason with Bayou Charters targets oil and gas well heads for speckled trout and redfish.[…]
Bass Fishing
Gamakatsu G-Power Flip & Punch Hook
G-Power Flip & Punch hook from Gamakatsu, which comes in sizes 2/0 through 5/0, is sure to attract the attention of bass fishermen. […]
Newsletters
Stormy bachelor party yields huge trout
Paul Fuselier of Covington caught a 27 1/4-inch speckled trout while fishing near Venice during his bachelor party excursion on May 17.[…]