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BOTE Rackham Aero 12’ 4”

July 23, 2023 Brian Cope

The BOTE Rackham Aero is a versatile piece of fishing gear, transforming from stand-up paddleboard, to kayak, to peddle-driven kayak. […]

For kayak anglers, getting their ‘yaks to the water is half the battle. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)

Kayak logistics: Getting to the water

June 20, 2023 Phillip Gentry

Kayaks offer many advantages for anglers, but getting their watercraft to the water can be an exercise in logistics. […]

Working a chatterbait in shallow, heavy brush produced this green football for Steve Neece. This early March fish was packed with eggs and was quickly released after a quick photo. (Photo by Chris Holmes)

Launch the kayak!

March 14, 2023 Chris Holmes

The time is now for kayak bass fishing in Louisiana. Largemouth bass generally spawn in Louisiana from January through March. […]

This white trout fell for a jighead and plastic tail combo tight-lined slowly on a mild winter day. (Photo by Chris Holmes)

Be choosy with your fishing ’yak attacks this time of the year

February 14, 2023 Chris Holmes

If you play your cards right, February can provide some good weather days and fantastic fishing for kayak anglers. […]

No matter how long you’ve been kayak fishing, it’s always good to learn (or re-learn) certain skills. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)

Essential tips for kayak fishing

January 28, 2023 Phillip Gentry

Regardless of your commitment to the sport, learning ideas that will further your kayak fishing experience is always a good thing. […]

The day I fell in love with kayak fishing

December 8, 2022 From News Reports

Professional bass angler Brian Latimer heads to Lake Verret, Louisiana, to go bass fishing with Kalon Johnson. […]

With so much bait accumulating during fall migrations, matching the hatch is often the best strategy for kayak anglers. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)

Live bait is tough to beat

October 23, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Kayak fishing with live bait requires special arrangements, especially live baits that live in the water and need water to remain alive. […]

Some anglers can overdo it, taking so much stuff with them that it’s all in the way once on the water. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)

Take your kayak fishing game to the next level

June 20, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Kayak fishing can be as simple or as complex as you want to make it. You can’t do it right or wrong in this sport, only what’s right for you. […]

Kayak anglers can extend their season into the winter as long as they layer up for warmth. (Photo by Phillip Gentry)

Layer up for wintertime kayak fishing

February 7, 2022 Phillip Gentry

Don’t stop kayak fishing just because its winter. Layer up to stay warm and safe while reeling in cold-weather fish. […]

Barrier islands offer kayak-bound anglers great fishing

June 24, 2021 Chris Holmes

The barrier islands offer great opportunities for kayak-bound anglers. Make the arrangements for a trip of a lifetime. […]

The First Annual KYSEK Kayak Series Fishing Tournament

August 3, 2020 From News Reports

Registration is now open for the first annual KYSEK Kayak Series Fishing Tournament, Oct. 3, 2020 at the Pontchartrain Yacht Club in Mandeville, La. […]

Paddling up Mississippi crappie

April 2, 2020 Phillip Gentry

Kayaks are the perfect paddlecraft for spring crappie in Mississippi because of all the places you can access that are full of fish. […]