Bass Fishing
It’s never too cold to fish
I just wanted to stay in the warm bed that frigid February day, but the fishing was definitely worth braving the cold. […]
Field Notes
Ducks
Out of State Destinations: Chesapeake Bay
Probably no other waterbody more richly connects with both the history of the United States and waterfowl hunting than Chesapeake Bay […]
Field Notes
Squirreling away
It was a great January day for squirrel hunting, and not just for me, but for a hungry owl hunting in the area as well. […]
Deer Hunting
What is a trophy deer to you?
Every deer harvested represents an effort made by the hunter, time spent with loved ones, time out in nature and so on. […]
Deer Hunting
Anatomy of a deer hunt
The author witnessed a very unusual hunt during the 2023-24 season when he went bow hunting on the Atchafalaya Delta WMA. […]
Field Notes
Get out, be safe, catch fish
Winter kayak fishing can be safe and productive as long as common sense is used in deciding when the conditions are right. […]
Field Notes
A special Christmas hunt
A long-ago rabbit hunt on Christmas Day is one of the author’s favorite outdoor memories from his childhood. […]
Field Notes
Step up your kayak fishing game
Follow these tips to take your kayak fishing game to the next level. […]
Deer Hunting
Become a mentor to help out new hunters
Ricky Aucoin thanks his dad for taking the time and effort to introduce him to hunting. He now passes the torch to his grandson, Baylor. […]
Field Notes
Fall fishing is a kayak angler’s delight
Kayak anglers delight in the fact that trout and redfish have ganged up in the marshes and water temperature keeps them close inshore. […]
Bass Fishing
Flasher units still work for anglers
In today’s world of high-tech electronics, old-style flasher units are still valid tools for bass anglers. […]
Field Notes
Youth waterfowl primer
The legacy of our state’s long and storied history in waterfowl hunting depends critically on the next generation wanting to head afield. […]