Articles and Information on Fishing by Don Dubuc "The Outdoors Guy" in Louisiana

HEAR LA SEN JOHN KENNEDY USE GOOD OLD SOUTHERN LOGIC TO TELL HON WILBUR ROSS THE NEW SEC OF US DEPT OF COMMERCE HOW TO MANAGE RED SNAPPER IN THE GULF

2017-06-21T15:35:45Z

These Are The Most Delicious Fish In The World But Are Guaranteed To Give You Diarrhea

2017-05-25T17:29:36Z

The oilfish and escolar are said to be two of the most delicious fish in the world, but there’s a nasty reason why you don’t see them at your local fish market. . .

MARSH DAMAGE CAUSED BY MUSKRATS LATEST THREAT TO COASTAL EROSION

2017-04-21T21:06:05Z

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The Wahoo Fish

2017-02-14T14:21:23Z

Originally thought to be a type of mackerel, the wahoo (Acanthocybium solandri) was commercially fished for a short period due to their savory taste. After being categorized as related to mackerel but not a species of mackerel, the commercial demand for them began to diminish. However, they gained a reputation of being a challenging but rewarding fish to pursue recreationally.

4 DIY Fishing Projects from Upcycled and Reclaimed Materials

2016-06-01T23:56:33Z

Whether you’re a budget-conscious angler or just enjoy someone who enjoys DIY, here are four projects that are budget friendly and highly useful. All of the materials used here were readily available in one rather large chain store that shall remain nameless. In fact, if you already own a basic tool set (including a drill, tape measure, saw, and so on), then you can do all four of these projects for less than $35 USD total!

Trolling for Mississippi Crappie

2016-03-11T13:27:33Z

Interstate 55 cuts a path through the rolling hills north of Jackson, Mississippi as it directs traffic to Memphis, Tennessee. Several watershed lakes were built along the interstate to help control flooding for the farmers and residences. Sardis, Enid, and Grenada Lakes perform flood control but are known for crappie fishing across the region.

Florida Man Catches, Releases Potential World Record Spotted Seatrout

2015-06-25T13:28:56Z

Could this massive fish be the next all-tackle length world record for spotted seatrout? According to Florida Today, Luke Ledbetter pulled in this giant from Florida’s Indian River on June 1. Ledbetter’s guide, Captain Peter Deeks of Native Sons Fishing Guides, called it the largest seatrout of his career.

Another sad STAR Rodeo story for a Mississippi angler, but a good one for a LA fisherman.

2015-06-02T15:15:54Z

The first tagged redfish in the Mississippi Division of the 2015 CCA Louisiana Statewide Tournament and Angler’s Rodeo (STAR), was caught this past weekend by an unregistered angler.

Red snapper buy-in: When states agree, the feds should listen

2015-05-19T13:42:22Z

In all likelihood there have never been as many Gulf Red Snapper in recorded history. In spite of these soaring populations, a broken system of federal management is precluding what would otherwise be a robust and sustainable economic driver to a regional economy in desperate need of a break.

Last year the recreational season was limited to 9 days in federal waters and this year's season is 10 days. Just 10 days with only a single weekend -- for anglers in their own boats to catch perhaps the most popular offshore fish in the Gulf.

Tuna Fishing - South Pacific

2015-04-15T14:55:07Z