The heat and humidity of south Louisiana isn’t for the faint of heart. With air temperatures climbing into the upper 90s and ...

I look forward to fall fishing for a variety of reasons — the crisp weather, colorful surroundings, and unique seasonal ...

Chasing crappies is one of my favorite things to do. Crappie are abundant in lakes all over the country, aggressive biters, great sport on light tackle, and excellent table fare. From ice fishing to ...

BATON ROUGE, La. -- Forgetting your commercial fishing permits and licenses at home when heading to the lake or boat launch may soon be a thing of the past. As of this month, the Louisiana Department ...

REYDELL -- In the lowlands of southeast Arkansas, fishing is surprisingly good in hot weather. In the lowlands, there is no deep water to provide thermal refuge. Fish living in shallow water continue ...

ST. MARYS — If you’ve ever been crappie fishing, you probably understand Russ Bailey’s unexpected career as an outdoors TV icon. You cast in one direction, thinking you know how things will go. Before ...

Louisiana is often called "Sportsman's Paradise," reflecting the state's reputation for abundant opportunities when it comes to hunting and fishing. With its diverse landscapes, such as coastal ...

Six rods are better than one when it comes to catching summertime crappie at Beaver Lake. Mitch Glenn of Garfield sometimes sets out even more fishing rods for trolling crank baits that lure crappie ...

In search of trophy catfish, crappie fishing with a pro, recovering a sunken car. In search of trophy catfish at Meldahl Dam, crappie fishing with a pro on Lake Barkley and game wardens use the latest ...

Northwest Louisiana is a fisherman's paradise, and this summer is the perfect time to explore those hidden gems across the area. The Shreveport Times has done its research and is here to help. Check ...

Five popular fishing locations near Shreveport, Louisiana, are Cross Lake, Red River, Caddo Lake, Lake Bistineau and Toledo Bend. These locations offer diverse fish populations, including bass, ...

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Fishing is a popular American summer pastime, especially in Sportsman’s Paradise. A basic fishing license is needed before casting a line in the water. The license ...