Redfish are an inshore species with more loyal fans than most professional sports teams. These handsome fish get their name from the copper color that dominates their body, which also sports a distinctive black spot or spots near the tail. On some redfish, the spots are so numerous they cover the fi...
Cabo San Lucas is nothing short of stunning. From the arid and unforgiving desert landscape to the enchanting but treacherous blue water of the Pacific Ocean, the contrast and sporting opportunities are inspiring. Despite the picture perfect appearances of the beaches and surf, entering the water is...
The southern portion of the Texas Coast consists of a long, shallow bay system known as the Laguna Madre. The Laguna Madre is a big place. At 130 miles long, fishermen won’t be able to cover the entire Laguna Madre in a single day on the water. There are a few featur...
The yellow perch, commonly referred to as simply “perch”, is a freshwater perciform fish native to the midwest and northeast United States and much of Canada. Known for their vibrant green and gold coloration with black stripes, these fish are physically and genetically similar to the European perch...
The native distribution of yellow perch was originally driven by glacial melt along the Mississippi River. Their native range includes the Northern U.S. east of the Rocky Mountains and Canada but these fish have now been widely dispersed due to recreational and commercial interest. Yellow perch have...
The yellow perch, commonly referred to as simply “perch”, is a freshwater perciform fish native to the midwest and northeast United States and much of Canada. Known for their vibrant green and gold coloration with black stripes, these fish are physically and genetically...
The states of Texas and Louisiana are good neighbors when it comes to fishing. Texas and Louisiana have entered into reciprocal fishing agreements that benefit the angling residents of both states.
There are two primary benefits of the rec...
Having a general idea of what to expect on a hunt is helpful but knowing how to pick out and identify individual ducks is one of the most important skills for any waterfowler. For new hunters, learning to identify waterfowl in the air can be overwhelming. There’s an incredible variety of duck specie...
Red drum or redfish, are an inshore species native to the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts. Redfish get their name from the bronze to copper color that dominates their body, which also sports a distinctive black spot near the tail. On some redfish, this spot becomes a wild collage of...
Feral hogs have quickly become one of the most prevalent invasive species in the U.S. The most recent surveys show wild pigs across the southern US from Texas to Virginia with scattered populations now being found in Northern Michigan and Canada. With the US population of feral hogs estimated to be...
NOAA Fisheries recently announced a proposal that would limit the speed of vessels on the east coast. These proposed rules are aimed at protecting the North Atlantic right whales from collisions with boats. In the event of a collision, right whales can be seriously injured and even die. The effort t...
Airboats are known by many names including bayou boat, swamp boat, and fanboat. All of these refer to a flat-bottomed boat that uses an engine and airplane propeller. With the engine and prop out of the water these boats arn’t restricted water depth making them perfect for...
Anglers tend to have deeply rooted beliefs about the best time to hit the water, many of which have shaky evidence at best to support them. Over the years, anglers have turned to a variety of resources looking to get dialed in on the bite. One of the most popular ways anglers are trying to make the...
Scouting is one of the most vital parts of a successful hunt. If you’re not scouting, I would argue you’re just getting lucky when hunting. So let’s talk about how to maximize your time and adequately scout so you can consistently have killer hunts!
I’ve broken my scouting process into 4 steps...
Louisiana has been known as a Sportsman’s Paradise because it offers an abundance of recreational opportunities to fishermen, hunters, wildlife viewers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. The state’s wetlands include bayous, marshes, lakes, swamps, bays, beachfronts, rivers, and more. Anywhere there is...
There are thousands of fish species in the world that range from tiny minnows to grander marlin. The variety is incredible with some fish being gorgeous and vibrant while others are heavily clad and armed with teeth. Fish generally keep their distance when they encounter people but here are a few yo...
It’s obvious that anglers love a good fishing trip. With so many places to fish and fish to catch, it’s hard to decide where to take a trip. We've made it even harder, because now you have to somehow choose between the items on this list. Check out 9 of the best and most unique fall fishing destinat...
Nicknamed the “Sportsman’s Paradise,” Louisiana has over 77,000 miles of coastline and the largest manmade lake in the South. Fishing is an important part of Louisiana’s culture, especially when it comes to catching giant redfish.