fishing

Seventeen ponds and lakes around Louisiana are being stocked with fish in time for Halloween Weekend. Here's where you can bet they'll be biting.

There are also changes in daily limits and the number of days open for legal fishing.

Not only is Louisiana great for fishing pretty much anytime of the year you can stand the weather - some of the fish now come with prizes attached!

The map, provided by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, shows multiple SWLA waterways with advisories against swimming and/or fishing.

Red snapper season opens Friday, May 25, in both state and federal waters. Anglers who hope to reel them in need to be aware of exactly what they need to be in compliance with state law.

Grab some string, turkey necks or melt, and your ice chest. It's time to go crabbing in south Louisiana, and your efforts could pay off in more than just a delicious meal. If you scoop one up with an orange tag on its back, it could be worth up to $50!

You don't want to miss the Family Fishing Festival Saturday, April 7, at Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge on Highway 27. From 9am until 1pm only, you will be able to fish for bass and catfish in three ponds where that's not allowed except during this event!

The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's office is once again holding a great event aimed at getting seniors together for a fun day of fishing.

You catch it and a professional chef will cook it, it's all part of a new program from the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

Toledo Bend Reservoir is given a national honor that will bring fishermen from all over the world to Louisiana.

Here's your chance to win a new boat, motor, and trailer and help insure the survival of saltwater angling in Louisiana's coastal waters.

In Louisiana, with us being the "Sportsman's Paradise," every week should be dedicated to boating and fishing! But this week is actually the official National Fishing and Boating Week.