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The calm before the storm: Mess ‘o fish

In this picture, you see a mess of fish: In this picture, you see why they call it a “mess” of fish” “There will be days when the fishing is better than one’s most optimistic forecast, others when it is far worse.  Either is a gain over just staying home.” —  Roderick Haig-Brown, author of … Continue reading

Keeping the Faith:

Proverbs 19 20 Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise. 21 Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.

LDWF issues emergency ban on deer feeding

When the news came out of south Arkansas that a deer in south Arkansas had tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) earlier this week, attentive deer hunters on the northern border of Louisiana knew something was coming here, too. This afternoon it did. A 2.5 year-old female white-tailed deer in Union County, Arkansas, tested … Continue reading

Ark-la-team trail coming in 2022

There’s a new high stakes bass tournament circuit coming to our area next year, put together by some of the most experienced people around. If you are a bass fishermen, love tournaments done right and are looking for a new level of competition, check out this. And mark your calendar for the dates. It’s a … Continue reading

What it’s all about

I’ve written a lot of stories about monster bucks and lunker largemouths. But when it comes to the heart of outdoor pursuits, it’s hard to top this one. It comes from Corey Harris and centers on a recent trip in the woods with his kids. Here’s Corey’s story about his daughter, Haven: “This little girl … Continue reading

Duck hunters got mooned!

It was a tough start to duck season for most duck hunters in northeast Louisiana. Reports from south Louisiana, where it’s been open a week, have been somewhat better. Here’s the Simmons’ Sporting Goods Duck Report from today’s opening day. You can check the report every day of the season by going to Simmons Sporting … Continue reading

Duck numbers are low with few exceptions

If you are a duck hunter, these numbers will be of interest. The LDWF completed its’ November aerial survey this week and things look good for hunters with water. Hunters without good water will be scrambling…. NW LouisianaIn northwest Louisiana, management drawdowns along with moderate drought conditionsaffected the amount and quality of waterfowl habitat available. … Continue reading

Boat registration fees are going up — today

Announcing that the cost of something is going up is kind of like telling you that the sun is coming up this morning. But it is what it is. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries sent out a reminder that boat registration fees are going up — today. During the 2021 Legislative Session, changes … Continue reading

Pumpkin spice time… for crappie?

It’s November. Forget chocolate and vanilla and peanut butter. The flavor of this month is pumpkin spice. Just deal with it. In case you haven’t noticed, it’s the new thing. Pumpkin spice candles. Pumpkin spice snacks. Pumpkin spice … tea … pancakes … bread … coffee … creamer … caramels and more. Blame it on … Continue reading

Dream comes true for Hawaii’s Wong

Matty Wong said he envisioned the Bryan V. Kerchal Memorial Trophy sitting on his passenger seat during the 25-hour drive from his home in Culver City, Calif., to the TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Championship. Turns out, it’ll be there. Wong caught 15 bass for a three-day total of 35 pounds, 9 ounces to win the … Continue reading

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