Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc: Recent Episodes
Audacy
On his final radio show, Don Dubuc gives thanks and receives farewells from Robbie Campo, Glen Sanchez, Cheryl Blanchard, Captain "Ahab" Ron Broadus, Uncle Larry Rousell, Jeff Bruel, Capt. Kirk Stansel, Scott Bell, Brian Lukas, Daryl Carpenter, Janice Leaumont, Reed Alleman, Capt. Mike Gallo, Chef John Folse, Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Lance Burgos, Brendon Bayard, Martha Spencer, Chris LeCoq, Capt. Ryan Lambert, Col. Steve Clark, and Mandy, Tammy, Cheri & Isabel.
Don's Final Farewells: Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Lance Burgos & Brendon Bayard ("The Paddlers")
On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about the opportunity to catch rainbow trout, explains how to give a tip to help catch the person responsible for illegally shooting a bald eagle, and shares the story of the Bad Boy of the Week who shot a deer with an illegal caliber rifle. Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Brendon Bayard, Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc explains how to give a tip to help catch the person responsible for illegally shooting a bald eagle and shares the story of the Bad Boy of the Week who shot a deer with an illegal caliber rifle. Then Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Brendon Bayard, Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
Don Dubuc shares the story of the Bad Boy of the Week who shot a deer with an illegal caliber rifle.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about the oppprtunity to catch rainbow trout Then Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc shares a recipe for scaup (dos gris), tips on how to protect your boats and motors from a deep freeze, and a story about a deer hazard. Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company,Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures,and Mike Smith, LA Marsh Guide Service.
This hour, Don Dubuc Then, Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company,Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures,and Mike Smith, LA Marsh Guide Service.
This hour, Don Dubuc shares a recipe for scaup (dos gris), tips on how to protect your boats and motors from a deep freeze, and a story about a deer hazard. Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina, Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club & Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club,Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club & Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club & Bayou Cost Kayak Fishing Club, gives his field report.
This hour, Don Dubuc gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina, and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc speaks with Josh Goins and Duke Lowrie of the Flyway Federation about fighting against the practice of flooding cornfields to bait waterfowl. Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina, Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide ServiceCapt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Lance Burgos, passionate kayak angler, Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures,and Mike Smith, LA Marsh Guide Service.
This hour, Don Dubuc speaks with Josh Goins and Duke Lowrie of the Flyway Federation about fighting against the practice of flooding cornfields to bait waterfowl. Then, Don gets field reports fromRobbie Campo, Campo's Marina, and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
This hour, Don Dubuc gives the results of Louisiana's second black bear season. Then, Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Lance Burgos, passionate kayak angler, Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures,and Mike Smith, LA Marsh Guide Service.
Don Dubuc speaks with Josh Goins and Duke Lowrie of the Flyway Federation about fighting against the practice of flooding cornfields to bait waterfowl.
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don asks the audience what their outdoors wish is for 2026. We take a look at getting in the rhythm for hunting in the new year, the rut in Alabama's deer season, and how low tides are affecting local duck hunting.
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don is joined by his daughter Cherie in Palco, Kansas! We let the audience vote on the baddest boys of the year, and enjoy the backend of the Christmas spirit.
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, we take a look at duck flyover methodology as duck season reopens this week. We ask our guests for some last minute stocking-stuffer ideas, analyze where duck are at, and even talk to LWDF Lt Colonel Clay Marques on how YOU can help protect Louisiana's natural resources.
LWDF Lt Colonel Clay Marques joins Don to discuss how YOU can protect Louisiana's natural resources.
Captain Kirk Stansel joins us from the duck blinds, and we sit with him as we hear shots fly overhead!
Ryan Lambert returns from his duck hunt in Mexico, and finds himself back on the hunt a week later in his native Louisiana.
Mike Smith call into the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc from the duck blinds! He gives us a boots-on-the-ground report on the birds he's watching after duck season reopened this week.
On this weeks kayaker's report Lance Burgos gives us his takes on getting out in the water in prime fishing weather.
Joining the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc is captain Mike Gallo; and he gives us a update on how fish are moving as we dive deeper into the winter.
Daryl Carpenter chats with Don on what he's seeing in the Grand Isle area, and the loads of red fish he's been pulling in.
Robbie Campo joins the show and gives us a hunting and fishing report for the Shell Beach and St. Bernard parish area.
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don asks the audience what the most expensive outdoor toy they ever gave or received for Christmas was. We later take stock of the drastic winds set to hit south Louisiana, the limited reopening of red snapper season, and how a tough young man is trying to get back into the deer stands after personal tragedy.
Robbie Bowers of Bayou Outdoors Foundation chats with Don on about a gripping story of a young man wanting to return to hunting after personal tragedy.
Hunting abroad down Mexico way, Ryan Lambert calls into the show in the midst of a duck hunt.
Giving us his kayaker's report, Brendan Bayard updates us on how he did in last week's fishing competition; as well as some potential Christmas gifts that sportsmen can practically use.
Mike Gallo joins the program and breaks down how one can be safe in the wake of high winds over the water.
Daryl Carpenter gives us his Grand Isle report and offers insights on some off-shore fishing you might want to look into.
Josh Sikes of Bent Rods Guide Service talks with Don about what makes a great Christmas gift for sportsmen.
Robbie Campo joins Don and gives his early morning report on the changing winter weather.
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don wonders how bad the weather has to get before sportsman decide to stay home. He checks in with duck hunters across the state, speculates if Lake Salvador might become a fishing hotspot sometime soon, and details LDWF's process in recruiting future game wardens with special guest Colonel Stephen Clark.
Special guest Colonel Stephen Clark comes on with Don and breaks down the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fishery's recruitment process for potential game wardens.
Captain Mike Gallo comes on to the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc and laments the lack of fishing available to him during recent inclement weather.
Ryan Lambert joins the show and breaks down what he's experiencing in the rainy morning during duck season.
Coming fresh off of the Thanksgiving Holliday, Don asks what your favorite wild game dish is to have on Thanksgiving? He breaks down poule d'eau gumbo, how the cold changes fishing patterns, and gives us the latest on the 2025 duck season.
Kayaker Brendan Byard joins the program to deliver his best know spots for kayak fishing.
Captain Mike Gallo shares his Thanksgiving traditions, and the deeper meaning many find in fishing with their families.
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, we continue to assess how the changing weather has affected the first few weeks of duck hunting. We ask whether it's ok to use drones to track deer, give advise on how to deal with fog when you're out on the water, and more.
Kirk Stansel joins us from the duck blinds as we get a live look at how the birds are behaving in the early goings of the duck hunting season.
Ryan Lambert returns to the show and takes stock of how his fishing is going heading into Thanksgiving week.
As the duck hunting season continues, we catch up with Mike Smith has he hangs out the the marshes of Louisiana patiently waiting for birds.
Lance Burgos calls in to show to give this week's Kayaker's Report! He discusses the changing weather's affect on the fishing he's been seeing over the last couple of weeks.
Mike Gallo joins the program to give his insights on how fisherman should approach being out on the water when in thick fog.
Daryl Carpenter joins the show and breaks down how the weather is affecting Grand Isle's fish and game.
Robbie Campo calls into the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc to give us guidance on early morning fishing through the thick fog.
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, we celebrate the opening day of duck hunting season. We check on some sportsman out in the marshes looking for birds, briefly check in on the menhaden news, and spread awareness for deer stand maintenance.
Captain Kirk Stansel joins Don and takes stock of the ducks on the opening day of duck hunting season.
in the midst of teal hunting in the marshes, Ryan Lambert joins the show. He misses a few ducks, and talks about what he's seeing in the early goings of the duck season.
Calling from the Louisiana marshes, Mike Smith joins us in the midst of duck hunting to forecast what Delacroix Island's game will look like.
Eric Muhoberac call in to the Don Dubuc show and tells his tall tales on his very plentiful fishing over the last couple of weeks.
LSU defensive lineman Ahmad Breaux details his history with the great outdoors, why he loves fishing, and his experiences reeling in red snappers.
Robbie Campo joins the show and lets us know how his hunting trip went. He laments the loss of a pretty buck, and spreads awareness of checking deer stands as the deer season enters into full swing.
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors, Don Dubuc recaps the aftermath of the hearing between the menhaden fishing industry and the state of Louisiana. He breaks down the history of the industry in the state, the unelected officials who have conflicts of interest who voted in the decision, and what we as citizens can do about it now.
Mike Smith of LA Duck Hunts talks to Don on how his duck hunting has been going lately. He also shares his thoughts on the menhaden industry in Louisiana.
Ryan Lambert calls into the show from a gender reveal party for his grand child. He laments the state of the menhaden industry in Louisiana, and criticizes the lack of accountability unelected officials have in the state.
On this week's Kayaker's Report, Butch Ridgedell gives his take on how the menhaden industry will affect kayaking fishermen, and also discusses the latest fishing hot spots he's seeing from his kayak.
Captain Mike Gallo comes on the program and breaks down what he's seeing in fishing patterns with the incoming cold front.
Daryl Carpenter joins the program and shares his frustrations with the lack of accountability he sees in the unelected officials who handled the menhaden industry decision.
Glen Sanchez hops on the call with Don Dubuc to give his take on the menhaden industry and how his fishing has been going.
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don's daughter Cheri comes on as a guest co-host! They shed a light on the Pointer Rescue Organization, take account of the changing weather affecting fishing patterns, and shed a light on the upcoming high-stakes meeting between the state of Louisiana and the menhaden fishing industry.
Executive Director of LA Coastal Conservation Association Rad Trasher joins Don Dubuc to discuss the crucial meeting between the menhaden industry and the state of Louisiana. He talks on a potential full ban, how Louisiana has gotten to this point, and how the industry manipulates studies in their favor.
Ryan Lambert joins the program and gives his perspective on local and international game. He gives us his special frying grease, and talks on how to bring back birds from Canada to the USA.
Captain Mike Gallo joins the show and gives his take on what's going on with "world series" trout, the Biloxi marsh, and where to look for fish after a cold front.
Daryl Carpenter calls into the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc to discuss the abundance of red fish he's been seeing over the last few days.
Glen Sanchez joins Don an talks on how an adjustment in bait has borne fruit in his fishing.
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don breaks down the developing story between the menhaden boating industry in Louisiana, talks on introducing Florida bass in Louisianan waters, and takes a look at LA Wildfowl Fest in Mandeville.
Emile Broussard and Gene Hebert join Don to discuss their event in Mandeville, Louisiana: LA Wildfowl Fest!
Ryan Lambert discusses with Don the developing legal proceedings between the menhaden boating industry and the state of Louisiana, the game he's seeing this morning, and more.
Kayaker Lance Burgos swings by to advise kayakers on how to approach the morning waters in Louisiana.
Mike Gallo joins Don to talk about what he's seeing out on the water, and it seems he brings good news on the bass front.
Daryl Carpenter gives his perspective on the changing winds in Louisiana, particularly regarding red fish patterns.
Captain Kirk Stansel joins the show and breaks down the sate of fishing in western Louisiana. He talks to some Texans, addresses the changes in wind patterns, and gives us an update on teal.
Robbie Campo talks to Don on his hunting trip up in Kentucky, and how harsh winds are affecting the morning's fishing.
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don takes a look at the recent lottery for black bear hunting licenses in the wake of recent deaths to black bears in Arkansas. He asks around for how the changing weather has affected the local fishing spots, and has a chat with Maci Bergeron of the LSU Tigers on her background in frogging.
LSU softball catcher Maci Bergeron joins Don to break down her lifelong hobby of frog hunting. She also gives us her future plans after graduation.
Captain Ridgedell joins the program to give us insights on how kayak fishing has changed with the recent cold front.
Captain Glenn Sanchez joins the Don Dubuc show and gives us his insights into fishing and how one ought to run a marina.
On this episode of Louisiana Great Outdoors, Don asks his listeners for their favorite gumbo recopies ahead of national gumbo day. He asks his guests what they're seeing in the closing days of flounder season, and dedicates time to discussing upcoming discussions between the menhaden fishing industry and the Louisiana government.
Ryan Lambert comes onto to the program and gives his insights on what's happening around Plaquemines parish. He gives his report on the plentiful redfish, decreased nutria population, and an abundance of alligators.
Larry Roussel talks gumbo intricacies with Don Dubuc! Should people put tomato and ochre in their gumbos? And is there a difference between Cajun and Creole gumbo? Uncle Larry fills us in.
Robbie Campo joins the show and tells us how the waters are changing with the season. He talks on his morning fishing, and even gives his take on the pogue boat industry's recent developments with the Louisiana government
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don takes a look at how sportsman around south Louisiana are dealing with uncooperative weather Saturday morning. He asks listeners how their teal hunting season went this year, and has a word on the Manhaden/Pogue boat industry.
Eric Muhoberac discusses various fishing tournaments happening in southeast Louisiana over the weekend.
Mike Gallo joins the show and breaks down how he's seeing the waters in the early hours of the weekend
Joining The Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc is Daryl Carpenter, who's having to deal with uncooperative weather this morning.
Kirk Stansel calls into the program to discuss is fishing findings, or lack thereof. He talks the changes in fishing patterns with changing winds and the quality of the marshes he's found himself in.
Robbie Campo joins Don to give an update on what he's seeing out in the water. He talks flounders, other game, and St Bernard Catholic Church's rodeo.
On this episode of Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don gets clarity on the evolving duck season, how game is changing with the fall weather, and a look into the background of Stock the Camp Day.
With the changing climate coming with the fall weather, Lance Burgos breaks down the evolving fishing locations.
On with Don Dubuc, Mike Gallo reports on his early morning fishing findings, and how the new 13-in cutoff rule mildly changes what he can catch.
Daryl Carpenter calls Don to talk about the weather changes affecting local fishing spots
Robbie Campo joins the program to talk about what he's seeing out on the water this morning, and even talks about some traffic caused by a Mark Wahlberg movie shoot.
On today's show, Don Dubuc shares his takeaways from the State of the Basin meeting, dead red bulls in Grand Isle as a result of menhaden fishing, and the Bad Boy of the Week caught fishing without a license while high on weed.Don has on Lyons Bousson from Hope On A Boat to talk about how their program enables those with disabilities to go fishing.Then, we get field reports fromRobbie Campo, Campo's Marina, Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures,Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gun, gives his field report.
This hour, Don Dubuc gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Brendon Bayard, Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club,Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures, gives his field report.Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gun, gives his field report.
This hour, Don Dubuc shares his takeaways of the State of the Basin meeting, dead red bulls in Grand Isle as a result of maheden fishing, and the Bad Boy of the weel caught fishing without a liscense while high on weed.Don has on Lyons Bousson from Hope On A Boat, to talk about how their program enables those with disabilities to go fishing. Then, we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina.
Lyons Bousson, Hope On A Boat, joins Don to talk about how their program enables those with disabilities to go fishing.
On today's show, Don Dubuc explains how you can participate in the State of the Atchafalaya Basin meeting via Zoom, how to deal with lake turnover, and more. Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Josh Sikes, Bent Rods Guide Service,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc asks how do you like your alligator meat.Then, Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company, and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc explains how you can participate in the State of the Atchafalaya Basin meeting via Zoom, how to deal with lake turnover, The, Don gets field reports fromRobbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Josh Sikes, Bent Rods Guide Service,and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
Capt. Josh Sikes, Bent Rods Guide Service, joins Don to talk about how to deal with lake turnover.
On today's show, Don Dubuc shares the 2025 waterfowlreport, gives tips on how to avoid being bamboozled when renting or buying a boat or trailer, talks about feeding hummingbirds to fuel them for their southern migration, and discusses the bad boy of the week that sold and registered boats in Louisiana using falsified information.Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and GunDaryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide ServiceCapt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club and Bayou Cost Kayak Fishing Club,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about feeding hummingbirds to fuel them for their southern migration and the bad boy of the week that sold and registered boats in Louisiana using falsified information. Then, Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club and Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
Aravella Lopez, mother of Miguel Sutera, joins Don Dubuc and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures, to talk about Miguel's Fish of a Lifetime.
This week's bad boy sold and registered boats in Louisiana using falsified information.
Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club & Bayou Cost Kayak Fishing Club, gives his field report.
This hour, Don Dubuc shares the 2025 waterfowl report and gives tips on how to avoid being bamboozled when renting or buying a boat or trailer.Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gunand Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announcing anglers can fish red snapper 7 days a week this fishing season, gives an update on Vibrio vulnificus, shares post-Katrina fishing stories, gives a sneak peek at the Tigers in the Wild episode featuring LSU defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory, and tells the tale of four Bad Boys who shot and de-tailed eight alligators while frogging.Then, Don gets field reports fromRobbie Campo, Campo's Marina, Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide ServiceCapt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Brendon Bayard,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc gives a sneak peek at the "Tigers in the Wild" episode featuring LSU defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory and tells the tale of four Bad Boys who shot and de-tailed eight alligators while frogging.Then, Don gets field reports fromCapt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Brendon Bayard,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, gives his field report.
Don tells the tale of four Bad Boys who shot and de-tailed eight alligators while frogging.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announcing anglers can fish red snapper 7 days a week this fishing season, gives an update on Vibrio vulnificus, and shares post-Katrina fishing stories.Then, Don gets field reports fromRobbie Campo, Campo's Marina,and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
Listen to live coverage from legendary station WWL Radio during Hurricane Katrina and then hear analysis from experts talking to WWL's Newell Normand on what it took -- and will still take -- to bring New Orleans back to the city it should be.
On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about the closing days of the CCA Start Tournament, the Mobile Big Game Fishing Club Labor Day Tournament, the return of the Venetian Isle Fishing Rodeo, the importance of Clean Out Your Freezer Day, and more. Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and GunDaryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Lance Burgos,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc has a Bad Boy of the Week doubleheader and talks about some Vibrio vulnificus remedies. Then, Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Lance Burgos,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about the closing days of the CCA Start Tournament, the Mobile Big Game Fishing Club Labor Day Tournament, the return of the Venetian Isle Fishing Rodeo, and the importance of Clean Out Your Freezer Day,Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gunand Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc pays tribute to Theophile Bourgeois.Then, Don talks about talks about where you can find double shad rigs, gag grouper, Vibrio vulnificus is still being a major caution, and incentive to sign up for the CCA Star, and more. Also, Don gets field reports fromRobbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Butch Ridgedell,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about the Louisiana black bear hunting lottery, the bad boy who was caught smuggling turtles and venomous snakes, and why you should sign up for the CCA Star Tournament.Also, Don gets field reports fromCapt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Butch Ridgedell,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about where you can find double shad rigs, gag grouper, and Vibrio vulnificus is still a major caution. Then, Don pays a special tribute to Theophile Bourgeois.Also, Don gets field reports fromRobbie Campo, Campo's Marina,and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about Hunters For The Hungry's Clean Out Your Freezer Day.Then we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gun,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about the continuing threat of vibrio vulnificus. Then we get field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about Hunters For The Hungry's Clean Out Your Freezer Day. Then we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gun,and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc warns of the Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacterium. Also Don talks about the new law that allows firearms to be carried while frogging. Then, we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Lance Burgos, and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about this week's Bad Bad, a hunting show host that received a lifetime hunting ban in Kansas. Then, we get field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Lance Burgos,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc warns of the Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacterium. Also Don talks about the new law that allows firearms to be carried while frogging. Then, we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc celebrates 36 years of Louisiana Great Outdoors, shares the details of 5 bad boys who earned themselves a worldwide ban from hunting, and speaks with 11-year-old Britton Martinolich about his tournament-winning mahi-mahi catch.Also, we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Capt. Patric Garmesan, Ugly Fishing Charters,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Brendan Bayard, Louisiana Kayak Company,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc speaks with 11-year-old Britton Martinolich about his tournament-winning mahi-mahi catch. Then, Don shares the details of 5 bad boys who earned themselves a worldwide ban from hunting.Also, we get field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Brendan Bayard, Louisiana Kayak Company,and Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures.
This hour, Don Dubuc celebrates 36 years of Louisiana Great Outdoors and shares where to find tips on how to stay cool in the summer heat.Also, we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina Capt. Patric Garmesan, Ugly Fishing Chartersand Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about Louisiana accepting applications for a black bear permit lottery, the controversial carbon dioxide pipeline project proposed for Lake Maurepas, and gives an update on the LDWF Waterfowl Hunter's survey.Then, Don Dubuc has on Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide ServiceDonny Rouse, CEO of Rouse's MarketsCapt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana,Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club, Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures,and Josh Goins, Flyway Federation of Louisiana.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks to Donny Rouse, CEO of Rouse's Markets, about his prize-winning blue marlin catch. Then, Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures, and Josh Goins, Flyway Federation of Louisiana, join the show to discuss how the waterfowl hunting zones should be divided. Then, Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, and Butch Ridgedell, Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about Louisiana accepting applications for a black bear permit lottery, the controversial carbon dioxide pipeline project proposed for Lake Maurepas, and gives an update on the LDWF Waterfowl Hunter's survey.Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina, and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don Dubuc lists some aspects that the LWFC Commercial Menhaden Fishery Bycatch Study failed to address and also talks about the outstanding lack of participation in the Waterfowl Hunter's survey. Don has on,Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina, Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers Guide ServiceCapt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak CompanyCapt. Ryan Lambert.
This hour, Don Dubuc addresses the outstanding lack of participation in the WaterfowlHunter's survey.Then, Don gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo from Angling Adventures of Louisiana and Louisiana kayak angler Capt. Eric Muhoberac.Capt. Ryan Lambert shares his thoughts on the Waterfowl Hunter's survey.
This hour, Don Dubuc lists some aspects that the LWFC Commercial Menhaden Fishery Bycatch Study failed to address. Then, Don gets field reports from Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina and Daryl Carpenter of the Reel Screamers Guide Service.
On today's show, Don dives into a flurry of field reports from marina operators and owners, experts, and more all the while go over the latest news in the fishing and hunting world, and a lot more!
This hour, Don dives into reports from Mike Gallo on a normal day's progression, Lance Burgos goes over his fishing adventure in Virginia as he chases Bass, we revisit a Bad Boys case that has resulted in a insane fine, Ryan Lambert goes over his Fourth of July fishing plans, and much more!
Don welcomes in the "Plastic Man", Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures, as he recaps his crabbing adventures, what he is wanting to hear at this week's meeting at the LDWF, and more.
This week's Bad Boys tale circles back to one specific case that has recently entered unchartered waters!
Don calls up Lance Burgos from the BCKFC, who is up in Virginia chasing Smallmouth Bass in the Shenandoah River, what he can find up North, what all events are being held back home, and we take a look at the calendar ahead of us.
Don is joined by Mr. Born on the Bayou, Mike Gallo to discuss the latest he is seeing on the water, a normal day's progression nowadays, where you might find Triple Tail this time of year, and a lot more!
This hour, Don previews the show on this Fourth of July weekend as the weather might be fantastic for those looking to get out on the water this weekend before calling up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina in Shell Beach to discuss how White Trout is a very underrated fish to be picking up on the water, Mitch Jurisich, owner/operator of Delta Marina and Plaquemines Parish councilmember, to help us figure out what we should be doing in July, and Daryl Carpenter tells us all about how good the water has been around Grand Isle and by extension, the fishing has been even better, and a lot more!
Don connects with Reel Screamers Guide Service owner/operator, Daryl Carpenter, in Grand Isle to give us a report as this might just be the busiest weekend he's seen this year, bait has been plentiful but croakers have been hard to find a bit, and more!
Don calls up Mitch Jurisich, owner/operator of Delta Marina and Plaquemines Parish councilmember, what fishing has been on the rise and what has been falling behind, a rodeo update, and much more!
Don welcomes in Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss how things are in his neck of the woods this past week, what you should know about White Trout, the CCA Star Tourney, and more!
On today's show, Dan hears from field reporters, marina operators, and angling experts on a flurry of topics ranging from the average amount of live shrimp fishermen get for bait on a given day, the usage of Catapla worms as bait, the best ways to cook Trout, keeping an eye on pole movement and lure vibration when out on the water, where and what paddlers can do with Fourth of July around the corner, another wild Bad Boys story, how we can start chasing Snook in Alabama, and a lot more!
This hour, Don goes over who he uses as a guide for proper cleaning and repair for his firearms, Mike Gallo teaches us about vibration control for our poles, Eric Muhoberac goes over calendar items ahead of the big kayaking weekend in July 4th, a Bad Boys story that involves camping and criminal activity, and Ryan Lambert helps us figure out if Snook fishing is for us!
Don calls up Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to go over his plans chasing Red Snapper in Venice with a variety of live bait and plastic, fishing inside has been good when people aren't getting beaten by a high tide, Snook are starting to show up more often in Alabama (they are a Florida fish), so what should we know about Snook for anybody looking to catch some, eat them, and more!
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company and BCKFC to detail how paddlers are sitting this time of year, what events we are seeing ahead of us with July 4th weekend just a week away, and more!
Don welcomes in Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to break down vibration movement out on the water, how you can connect with Mike, and more!
This hour, Don previews what all is happening on the water this weekend before calling up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to detail how the live shrimp business has been and what he has seen in his neck of the woods recently, a bigger and better pier coming soon to St. Tammany, Josh Sikes from Bent Rods Guide Service drops in to discuss fishing up in Toledo Bend and using Catapla worms as bait, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service closes things out with the beach fishing plans he had yesterday that may carry over to today, and more!
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service in Grand Isle, to break down beach fishing in perfect conditions before things got rough, Speckled Trout are still the main thing to chase but Daryl goes over some tips when cooking Trout, and more!
Don connects with Josh Sikes of Bent Rods Guide Service in Toledo Bend, to discuss Catapla worms as bait, what he is catching this time of year, how the launches are like up in Toledo Bend during the summer, and more!
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to tell us about how much live shrimp the average person gets before they head out on the water, shrimp cost this weekend, what all is going on on the water this weekend, and more!
On today's show, Don dives into what his go to flavor of sunglasses are before fielding reports from the likes of Robbie Campo on the importance of being apart of CCA's Star Tournament, Kirk Stansel goes over his decision making when he runs into smaller fish, Daryl Carpenter details what you can find in and around Grand Isle this time of year, Mike Gallo goes over helping young ins snatch Tripletail, Brendan Bayard tells us all about Offshore Mania, a Bad Boys story that tells the tale of one agents incredibly busy day, and a lot more!
This hour, Don dives into more reports covering topics such as chasing Tripletail with young ones, what all should you know ahead of Slamboree, a Bad Boys tale that shows how productive our wildlife agents can really be, the changes we might be seeing soon in our rivers and lakes, and everything you need to know about a fantastic event being held in Lacombe next weekend!
Don closes out the show connecting with Ashley Ray, Coordinator for Bayou Lacombe Outdoor Event to break down what is going on next Saturday on the banks of Bayou Lacombe!
Don connects with Ryan Lambert, the "Plastic Man" from Cajun Fishing Adventures, to detail his favorite sunglasses for everything he does, when we might see changes coming to the river levels and what fish might be on the menu when that happens, running aground for the first time in a long time, and more!
Don calls up Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to dole out what specs he rocks to block out the sun, the latest on Offshore Mania, where you can find Brendan this weekend away from the water, as well as where you can find him when he's back o the water next week, and more.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com to go over his go-to pair of sunglasses, his fishing escapades this past week, chasing Tripletail, Trout fishing along the outskirts of the Biloxi marsh, and more!
This hour, Don opens up setting the scene before diving into reports from experts and marina operators on everything ranging from the importance of making sure you are signed up for CCA's summer tournament, the best methods for finding larger fish when stumbling across smaller fish, new rules for fishing Wahoo, what you can find around Grand Isle this time of year, and more!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss his go-to pair of sunglasses, Speckled Trout being aggravated by Pinfish, where might you find slot size Reds around Grand Isle, and more.
Don welcomes in Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina in Shell Beach to discuss how his neck of the woods has been this past week, the biggest catches of the week, staying hydrated out on the water, and what all is going on at Campo's today?
On today's show, Don remembers the passing of Brian Wilson, before fielding reports from the likes of Glen Sanchez on his fishing adventures this past week, Daryl Carpenter on snatching Trout and Red Snapper around Grand Isle, Mike Gallo goes over his thoughts on evening fishing, Butch Ridgedell tells us all about the BCKFC's upcoming events, Ryan Lambert sounds off on the proper way to handle seasick boat guests, and Moon Griffon joins us to detail the areas of LA that where you need to watch what you call Crappie, as well as interviews with Jared Jones and Steven Milam about their time hunting Gators, a Bad Boy story involving... butterflies, and more!
This hour, Don hears from Monster Steven Milam from LSU looking to keep the season rolling against Arkansas tonight, before getting back to reports from the likes of Mike Gallo, on evening fishing in his area, Butch Ridgedell, on the latest upcoming BCKFC events, a Bad Boys story about one man's plight for Butterflies, our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert drops by to discuss the red hot fishing near him, and fellow radio man Moon Griffon, joins us to go over how he gets out on the water!
Don calls up Moon Griffon, fellow radio host and angler, to tell us a bit about his name, where he's been fishing recently, what you can find in Lake Bartholomew, and a lot more!
Don connects with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to break down how the fishing has been as he returns from his trip to Argentina, how fishermen deal with seasick customers, Don's foraging trip, and more!
Don is joined by Butch Ridgedell, from the BCKFC, to detail some upcoming events starting with one in Florida, what tournaments are on the horizon, and more!
Don welcomes in Mr. Born on the Bayou, Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to recap how the fishing was this past week for him, where many are finding good catches, evening fishing as the Summer rolls on, and more!
This hour, Don hears from Glen Sanchez on some of the right ways to move corks, new limits for Wahoo on the horizon, Alabama fishing numbers are up, and we hear from LSU Tigers stud hitter, Jared Jones on his outing as a Tiger in the Wild and how he came to be called the "Bear", before closing out with Daryl Carpenter on everything popping up in his neck of the woods and more!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service down in Grand Isle, to recap the latest from the as he reels in a Trout, Red Snapper are thick and everywhere, Tripletail are showing up early, and much more!
Don connects with Glen Sanchez, retired angler and marina operator, to recap his fishing escapades this week, proper cork movements, Glen's father day plans, and more!
On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about Free Fishing Week in Louisiana, the struggles of fishing in the summer heat, free outdoor events, the importance of Catch and Release, multi-trippers getting tripped up by a tip, and the 48th annual Cajun Heritage Festival. Also, Don has on,Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina, Chris Macaluso, Catholic High Rodeo Weighmaster,Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers,Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company,Capt. Ryan Lambert, Cajun Fishing Adventures,and Robby Matherne, Cajun Heritage Festival.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about Free Fishing Week in Louisiana, the importance of Catch and Release, multi-trippers getting tripped up by a tip, and the 48th annual Cajun Heritage Festival.Also, Don talks to Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Capt. Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana Kayak Company,Capt. Ryan Lambert, Cajun Fishing Adventures, and Robby Matherne, Cajun Heritage Festival.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about Free Fishing Week in Louisiana, the struggles of fishing in the summer heat, free outdoor events, Also, Don talks to Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina, Chris Macaluso, Catholic High Rodeo Weighmaster, and Daryl Carpenter, Reel Screamers.
On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about Louisiana's unique tradition of frog hunting, free fishing weekend, and the 48th annual Cajun Heritage Festival. Don Dubuc talks to Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina Capt. Kirk StanselDaryl Carpenter Capt. Mike GalloLance Burgos"The Plastic Man" Capt. Ryan Lambertand Dean Galatas for Bayou Liberty Pirogue Races.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about the best places and ways to hunt frogs and the case of some turkey hunters behaving badly. Also, Don talks to Capt. Mike Gallo, Lance Burgos, "The Plastic Man" Capt. Ryan Lambert, and Dean Galatas for Bayou Liberty Pirogue Races.
This hour, Don Dubuc talks about Louisiana's unique tradition of frog hunting, free fishing weekend, and the 48th annual Cajun Heritage Festival. Also, Don talks to Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina, Capt. Kirk Stansel, and Daryl Carpenter.
On today's show, Don dives into reports with the likes of Robbie Campo on the importance of staying safe on the water and a Sea Tow membership as well as how the fishing has been as it has been "spectacular", Daryl Carpenter sounds off on the proper way to use Croakers as bait for larger catches. Later on, we got an extra special edition of Bad Boys, Mike Gallo goes over how changes in temperature are starting to affect where and how we fish, Brendan Bayard tells us about his plans to head north for a bit, another Bad Boy case later on involving on dedicated effort to get some crawfish, Ryan Lambert is doing the opposite of Brendan as he looks towards Argentina, and so much more!
This hour, Don opens with a special early, extra edition of Bad Boys of the Outdoors, before being joined by Mike Gallo to detail his upcoming trip with Don, Brendan Bayard goes over the tournaments going on back home as he is away on a trip to the Smokey Mountains chasing cool water and even cooler fish, a Bad Boys case that really highlights one mans plight for crawfish, and Ryan Lambert joins to discuss how the fishing has been around Buras and his hunting plans down in Argentina!
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to go over how things have been down in Buras as everything has been biting and biting WELL this past week, his upcoming trip to Argentina where he'll be bundled up with winter weather, what he plans to hunt down there, and a whole lot more!
Don welcomes in Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to talk about how trek to the Smokey Mountains in search of some fly fishing and cool water, back home though there are a few events going on and Brendan's got all the information on them, and more!
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to cover all things fishing including who is joining him this morning on the water, where he plans on finding fishing this weekend, the best areas to target and what you should keep your eyes peeled for, and a lot more!
We got a special early edition of Bad Boys of the Week involving a case of government malfeasance!
This hour, Don opens up with Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to detail why you should invest in a Sea Tow membership this time of year, the past week of fishing in St. Bernard was just shy of unbelievable, some of the bills we are seeing in this years session, a run down of all the fishing rodeos going on in the coming weeks, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service, drops by to go over how things are near him and a lot more!
Don connects with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service out in Grand Isle to discuss the fishing forecast ahead of Memorial Day around Grand Isle, Pinfish hatching, don't go tossing away everything cause it can be used as bait for something larger, and more!
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina in Shell Beach to break down a spectacular week of fishing, where people were finding their catch, signing up with the Star Tournament, the latest on Sea Tow deals, and more!
On today's show, Don discusses with field reporters, marina owners and operators, about the weekend of fishing ahead of us, a recap of the week behind us, windy weather forecasts, fishing reports, all the details for those looking to break into the fishing business, and a whole lot more!
This hour, Don welcomes in more reporters and guests on what a normal day looks like for a fishing business, the latest for all paddlers out there on Dusk 'Til Dawn, a Bad Boys story involving a some drinking buddies doing dumb things, we hear from the "Plastic Man" on why he became a fishing charter guide, and a whole lot more!
Don calls up Ryan Lambert, of Cajun Fishing Adventures fame, to discuss the how the weather forecast SHOULD be read in Buras, his time as a fishing business owner and operator, what he has learned in this business, and more!
Don is joined by Butch Ridgedell from the BCKFC drops by to discuss what he is seeing in his neck of the woods, what tools and bait is getting hot right now, Dusk 'Til Dawn is coming up, and more!
Don connects with Mike Gallo, from AAofLA.com, to cover the forecast ahead of us this weekend as it might be windier than we thought, could it be too choppy for Tripletail, what you should know before you start a fishing business, and what a typical day in the like of Mike Gallo looks like.
This hour, Don welcomes in Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss this week in fishing as the weather this weekend is perfect for hitting your limit, boating safety ahead of a full Summer of fishing, another fantastic addition to Tigers in the Wild on Bayou Wild TV, Kirk Stansel, from Hackberry Rod And Gun, tells us all about what you need when starting a fishing business, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service, breaks down the key to finding good, clean water in Grand Isle!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to cover how the weather reports aren't all that accurate down in Grand Isle, the water is trying to clean up but is getting slowed down by the weather, the key to finding fish, and more!
Don is joined by Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun, to break down what you can expect when starting up a fishing business, what you should be aware of as a business owner, and more!
Don hears come Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to break down how the weather is looking fantastic for some good weekend fishing, Trout fishing reports, staying safe getting and out on the water this weekend, and more!
On today's show, Don sounds off live from Kansas where he is out chasing Turkeys with daughter Cheri as well as fielding a laundry list of reports covering all sorts of topics such as getting ready for this years CCA Star Tournament, the latest on a new bill that might already be shot down involving Bull Reds, a Black Bear killed a man in Florida, a lightning strike hit some fishermen in Venice this past week, a "mission statement" regarding how our charter guide reporters approach the business, some need to know dates regarding an upcoming paddling tournament, a Bad Boy case that breaks down one mans journey in chasing Snapper before the season started, and more!
This hour, Don discusses the differences between rod and reel fishermen versus bow fishermen in relation to this new bill, the Turkey hunt that Don and Cheri has been chasing may have gotten the last laugh, before diving into reports from a slew of guests and experts covering topics such as fishing mission statements, upcoming tournaments for all the paddlers out there, a Bad Boy case detailing one mans early start on Red Snapper season, and how a charter and fishing guide company goes the extra mile in servicing guests and customers!
Don welcomes in the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to break down the latest from his neck of the woods where some fishermen got struck by lightning this past week, Snapper and Trout are looking very good in Luling, his take on this odd Bull Red bill, and his philosophy that has allowed for his business to be as successful as they've been!
Don connects with Butch Ridgedell, of the BCKFC and LKFC, drops by for a paddlers report going over his preference for plastic or live bait, where all the kayakers are going this weekend, and the next big event coming up on Memorial Day weekend that the BCKFC is doing as it is a "tournament within a tournament"!
Don is joined by Mike Gallo, of AAofLA.com, to recap the week of fishing with bad weather all around us, staying home when things look rough, what the advantages are in fishing reefs, what bridge fishing in the summer looks like, and the motivation behind Mike Gallo's fishing mindset!
This hour, Don welcomes is into the lovely home of his daughter Cheri up in Kansas where he has been looking for some Beady-Eyed Birds, before fielding reports from the likes of Robbie Campo on this year's CCA Star Tournament just ahead of us, we also break down the bill Robbie mentions involving Bull Reds, a story on some lightning struck fishermen in Venice, a recent Black Bear incident in Florida, and Daryl Carpenter drops in to detail why we don't really need this new bill on Bull Reds.
Don welcomes in Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down why this bill is being proposed, the latest reports coming from Grand Isle, and Snapper season is going strong.
Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to break down how the fishing has been fantastic over in the St. Bernard area, a new bill that could bring huge changes to how we fish Bull Reds in Louisiana, CCA Star will be here before you know it, and more!
On today's show, Don welcomes in a flurry of field reporters covering topics ranging from fishing following rainy nasty weather, Squirrel season do's and don'ts as we enter bushy tail time, Red Snapper season has opened up this past week, how viable are croakers as a bait for getting a good catch, the latest fishing reports across Louisiana's coastline, bayous, bays, and rivers, a recap of last week's Paddle Palooza action and how motorized kayakers went over, a Bad Boys story that details one mights goal of doing a lot of small illegal things at once, and so much more!
This hour, Don opens up hearing from Mr. Born-on-the-bayou, Mike Gallo, breaking down how good the fishing has been in his neck of the woods, Brendan Bayard covers last weekend's action over at Paddle Palooza, we've got a Bad Boys story that involves one man's attempt to be as unsafe as possible, our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert details the latest he is chasing out on the water, and a whole lot more!
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" our very own, Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures, who is looking to chase everything from Speckled Trout to Triple Tail to Snapper and more, fishing some of the "smarter" fish that Ryan has seen, if we could see any changes to the river height anytime soon, and more!
This week's Bad Boys case covers an individual who wasn't taking the proper safety measures.
Don connects with Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to go over last weekend's Paddle Palooza event, how the dirty water brought some ugly fishing, who took home the hardware, a Flounder fishing report, did those using a motorized kayaker cover more ground or do it faster, and more!
Don welcomes in Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to detail how the fishing was for him this past week, running into river water hiccups, have the fish been snacking on Shrimp, if Mike uses croakers as bait, and more!
This hour, Don connects with the likes of Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina on what we should know about getting on the water this weekend, some of the latest information you should as we head into Squirrel season, some recipes you should be using, the opening of Red Snapper season was this past week so how are things looking so far, Daryl Carpenter, from Reel Screamers Guide Service, drops by to detail how croakers are your best bet for getting a good catch in this muddy water, and much more!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down his plans for heading out on the water as the weather looks like it'll clear up soon, finding a lot of debris in the water this time of year, what you need to fill your boat with a decent catch, and more!
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to break down the latest out of the St. Bernard area as the fishing has just been great even though the weather looks to dampen the mood, and what all is going on at Campo's this weekend?
On today's show, Don dives into the latest in fishing and hunting as Good Friday, one of the biggest fishing days of the year, has come and gone ahead of Easter weekend, before fielding fresh reporters from the likes of anglers, experts, marina operators, charter captains and more covering topics such as changing tactics on where you put the bait into your shrimp, Toledo Bend report detailing how things are going on up there, if the Gulf should be called the Gulf of America or the Gulf of Mexico, and if you don't know how to fish dirty water, it may finally be time to do so. Later on, Don and company dive into Trout fishing with Mike Gallo, a Paddle Palooza preview with Eric Muhoberac, a packed Bad Boys case, and Ryan Lambert paints a picture of a perfect Louisiana Easter!
This hour, Don opens up covering where you can find some of the best bridge fisherman across Louisiana before diving back into reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on how he is staying busy this April, Eric Muhoberac breaks down Paddle Palooza which is just a week away, a Bad Boys story that details a full slate of 15 individuals, and Ryan Lambert details his plans for a crawfish centered Easter!
Don is joined by our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to break down why we are seeing dirty water in certain areas right now, what Ryan is doing to stay busy during April, and his Easter plans involve, family, friends, fishing, and crawfish?
Don dives into all things paddling with Eric Muhoberac from the BCKFC breaking down next week's Paddle Palooza, how this tournament differs from others, dodging the wind has been the main hurdle for any kayakers this past week, Eric's Easter menu, and much more!
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to break down his fishing with Mr. Seatow himself this past week, Trout fishing with some Texans, a trip with Mission 22 for remembering Capt. Sam Barbera and what Mission 22 does, and more!
This hour, Don opens up discussing everything on the docket for us this week before fielding reports and topics such as if we should be changing our tactics when baiting live shrimp, what do you call the Gulf now; do you say Gulf of America or keep it as the Gulf of Mexico, a Toledo Bend report that details the latest in their waters, and we ponder if they hide their Easter Eggs on the beach over in Grand Isle with our very own Daryl Carpenter!
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss where they hide Easter eggs in Grand Isle, if the fishing has been good when the wind dies down, fishing dirty water might be the new move, if you can find any Pompano around Grand Isle, and much more!
Don calls up Josh Sikes from Bents Rods Guide Service over in Toledo Bend to detail how Bass fishing has been plentiful, where you can find areas to weight and measure your catch all around Toledo Bend, White Perch are still showing up in droves and how can you get in touch with Josh and company!
Don connects with Glen Sanchez, retired angler and former marina operator, filling in for Robbie to detail all going this past week, Good Friday fishing yesterday, where should you go and what should you bring this weekend, how the live shrimp are looking this time of year, and more!
On today's show, Don dives into reports from a slew of guests, reporters, expert anglers, and marina operators on a variety of topic such as fishing conditions as April strolls along, using birds to help find schools of Trout and Catfish, what baits are red hot right now, everything you should know about Paddle Palooza coming up, a Bad Boy story involving someone who chose to advertise their crime, what is the purpose of Ryan Lambert's "Eco Tours", and how one LSU lineman got to hunt Gemsbok in Oklahoma!
This hour, Don dives into field reports from Mike Gallo on using birds to find a good catch and where you can find Mike at upcoming events, Butch Ridgedell drops by to discuss everything paddlers can do this weekend, another case of bogus charter guide in this week's Bad Boy of the Outdoors, Ryan Lambert tells us all about how he is keeping his bait stocked up, Bo Bordelon, LSU Offensive lineman, details his trip hunting Gemsbok in Oklahoma, and a whole lot more!
Don welcomes in Bo Bordelon, LSU Offensive lineman, to talk about his exotic game hunt at Lost Bucks Ranch in OK, his outdoors background growing up in Louisiana, what it was like hunting Gemsbok stateside instead of in Afria, and what life might be like post-LSU?
Don connects with Captain Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to break down the his adventures on teaching LSU students on how to "save the world", what he does on these "Eco Tours" in hopes of teaching others about the great Louisiana outdoors, making sure you are all stocked up on live bait, and more!
Don is joined by Butch Ridgedell for all things kayak to discuss what is on calendar this weekend, some key spots where paddlers could find a good catch this weekend, and all you need to know about Paddle Palooza coming up!
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss where he is finding live bait this weekend, what we know about some new lures making noise, what Mike is seeing in his neck of the woods as the weather looks very good ahead, Mike's upcoming speaking engagements, and more!
This hour, Don sets the stage for the show today before hearing from Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina where we go over Turkey season, gun preferences, if the fish have been as happy with the nice weather as we've been, and Easter weekend plans before discussing if we should see changes to fishing dates across Louisiana, a cooking show that Don helped participate in, and we hear from Daryl Carpenter on the best fishing techniques if you are chasing birds and more!
Don connects with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the cool weather hitting us this weekend, what a decreasing tide means for fisherman across the coast, what could be causing Seagulls to stay busy when out on the water, finding Catfish this time of year when searching for them or Trout, and using the birds to help you find where the fish are!
Don welcomes in Robbie Campo of Campo's to discuss if the fish were as happy with the weather as we were, Easter weekend is coming up with a lot of extra fishing on the mind so what could Campo's Marina look like, Don's quests for tackling that Beady Eyed Bird and what we use to nab them, and more!
On today's show, Don sits down with a gallery of fishing reporters, anglers, marina operators, experts and more on everything from Turkey hunting in Texas, the best bait to use in dirty, nasty water, if windy weather is truly the end-all-be-all of bad fishing conditions, what happens after windy weather that, all you need to know regarding Paddle Palooza coming up, a Bad Boy that really couldn't wait for Red Snapper season to start, and a whole lot more!
This hour, Don opens up with a slew of field reporters covering why wind is the go-to answer of the worst weather that Mother Nature can throw your way when out on the water but there are still a few trips to avoid or beat the wind, most up to date information regarding Paddle Palooza, a Bad Boy that puts Shakespeare to shame, and a report from our "Plastic Man" on windy weather, water height, and flipping burgers!
Don calls up Ryan Lambert, the "Plastic Man" from Cajun Fishing Adventures, breaks down how windy weather is the go-to option that many fisherman believe is the worst thing to face, how that affects the height of our waters and rivers as well, and more!
This week's Bad Boy tells the tale of a fisherman who jumped the gun on Red Snapper season!
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard from BCKFC to discuss how kayakers might be better equipped to dodge windy weather hiccups that others in a boat or on a bank/dock may have to deal with, if Brendan has ever chased "Sewer Salmon", Paddle Palooza updates, and much more!
Don welcomes in Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss which element he's faced on the water is his least favorite, what usually happens after windy weather leaves, how the conditions can affect the likes of our marshes, bayous and lakes, and much more!
This hour, Don previews the show ahead of us before diving into our first report covering Turkey hunting in Texas and finding clean water along Louisiana coastal water, the latest on an instance of a Deer killed that had CWD, what is the worst conditions to fish in, the best bait to use in dirty, brackish water, and we break down how Sheepshead are doing across our waters!
Don sits down with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss his least favorite weather condition to deal with when out on the water as Daryl's least favorite weather is making waves this weekend, and the latest on the outlook of Sheepshead!
Don calls up Capt. Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun to detail the conditions and curveballs that the weather tosses our way when out on the water, windy weather is blowing away any hopes and dreams of getting out on the water this weekend, but we could be in store for some good fishing when things settle down, if dirtier water prompts a change in tactics and bait colors, and much more!
Don connects with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina as finding clean water will be the main focus for fishermen looking to get some good catches this weekend, Robbie's recent trip hunting those Beady Eyed Birds, the best chair for sitting when Turkey hunting, and more!
On today's show, Don sounds off on the weekend weather as many events on the calendar have been postponed or downright cancelled before fielding reports from our gallery of guests covering a variety of topics such as top water bait usage and keeping live shrimp in the best state for bait, Red Snapper season starts up soon so what should we know about this season, how you should be setting up rigs when the weather takes a turn for the worse, the best fish you can find around Grand Isle right now is... Sheepshead? Later on, Don connects with more reporters to break down tips for taking down Trout when they start moving erratically, what paddlers should keep an eye on this weekend and what the coming schedule looks like as things get moved around, a Bad Boys case that involves a gunman and a Black Bear, and how the guys over in Buras are swimming in just about every fish under the sun and a whole lot more!
This hour, Don opens up discussing some calendar updates before diving into more reports from our gallery of field reporters from the likes of Mike Gallo on what he has been eyeing this past week while he stays indoors this weekend, Lance Burgos tells all about Trout reports and finding some "relaxing" fishing during a windy, rainy weekend, a Bad Boys story that details one man's costly mistake, and Ryan Lambert goes over some of his favorite recipes for varied bag him and his guides are catching this time of year.
Don connects with our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures tells us about his favorite breakfast following a crawfish boil, the fishing has been "off the chain" as Trouts, Reds, Drums, Sheepsheads, Catfish, and just about everything under the sun is showing up in crazy levels of numbers, how Ryan targets Tripletail in the Buras area, and more!
Don is joined by Lance Burgos, Tigers in the Wild co-host, to dive into his seafood breakfast meal of choice, some Trout catches this past week and where Lance is finding huge Trout, finding some "relaxing" fishing during a windy, rainy weekend ahead of us, Trout Challenge recap, and more!
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss his go-to seafood breakfast, his plans for taking on the wet stuff this weekend, why Trout might stay down deep underwater while you are reeling them back in, and much more!
This hour, Don dives into the forecast as the weekend has a very ugly slate of rain, wind, lightening before welcoming in Glen Sanchez filling in for Robbie Campo on the best way to be using top water bait and how you should keep your live shrimp safe and ready to go as bait, an update on the benefit efforts for Mike Helmer, Red Snapper season is coming up so what should you be aware of, Patric Garmeson of Ugly Charter Fishing Guides drops in to discuss fishing in the rain and how he sets up his rigs in yucky weather and Daryl Carpenter drops in to discuss to recap how Sheepshead are the shining star of Grand Isle right now.
Don rounds out the first hour diving into everything Grand Isle with Reel Screamers Guide Service owner/operator, Daryl Carpenter, to go over how a cold fish and egg sandwich could be the AM pick me up that anybody would need, before covering how Sheepshead are being caught every which way, if we should put up limits for Sheepshead, and more!
Don connects with Patric Garmeson of Ugly Fishing Charter Guides to discuss how he is a big Blue Crab for breakfast guy if he is having seafood early in the morning, what he is looking to catch out on the water this weekend, how he sets up his rigs when the weather looks a little choppy, and more!
Don connects with Glen Sanchez, former marina operator and avid angler, pinch hitting for Robbie Campo on using when the best time to use top water bait is, a weekend of not great weather might be ahead of us, making sure you hook shrimp the right way along with a few more tips on keeping live shrimp in the boat as bait, and more!
On today's show, as we welcome in Spring, Don fields a flurry of reports from guests, marina operators, experts and more covering a variety of topics ranging from spotting differences in Turkey breeds might be harder than you think, Bass showing up in both size and numbers in Toledo Bend, the waters around Grand Isle are looking a whole lot worse for wear, throwing top baits on the water and how you should be doing it, a preview of Boats on the Bayou, a Bad Boy case that highlights another fraudulent charter captain, a look at what is keeping the most packed man we know busy, and a whole lot more!
This hour, Don opens up discussing the latest involving Hunters for the Hungry and other charitable efforts the lengths that our Louisiana sportsman have gone to before welcoming in Mike Gallo to break down the latest involving top water baits, Boats on the Bayou preview with Eric Muhoberac, another instance of charter guide fraud in this week's Bad Boys case, Ryan Lambert tells all on hunting reports, fishing reports, and... fruit reports, and much more!
Don connects with the latest from the busiest man this side of the Mississippi, Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures on his plans to get out on the water this weekend, what all is going on over at the lodge from fishing to hunting to construction, what his guys are catching this week, and how next season's Duck splits are looking.
For all things paddlers, we connect with Eric Muhoberac of the Louisiana Kayak Company and BCKFC, to cover some nice spots that are popping up this weekend, rough launches, Catfish fishing, all the details on Boats on the Bayou, and more!
Don is joined by none other than Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to break down the bonus that comes from doing what they do, tips on throwing top water bait, finding the best catch this weekend, and much more!
This hour, Don welcomes us into the first show of Spring as we dive into field reports and fishing updates from the likes of guests covering topics such as Turkey hunting in Florida and what differences there are in Osceola's compared to other Turkeys, bass fishing in and around Toledo Bend is making serious waves, Grand Isle on the other hand is taking a turn for the worse as conditions continue to make it hard to get any productive fishing done down there, and much more!
Don connects with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down the latest involving cold and muddy water around Grand Isle, dealing with more and more hurdles when out on the water, and more!
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss his trip out Turkey hunting trip down South to Florida, live shrimp inventory over in Shell Beach, if he may become a second weekend Turkey hunter, and more!
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss his trip out Turkey hunting trip down South to Florida, live shrimp inventory over in Shell Beach, if he may become a second weekend Turkey hunter, and more!
On today's show, Don connects with a variety of friendly and familiar faces up at Marsh & Bayou in Mandeville as we field reports from the likes of Glen Sanchez on tide height ahead of some serious rain, Chris and Ben Tiblier detail what goes into making Marsh & Bayou's Magazine, Brad D'Alfonso tells us how fishing during sketchy weather is sorta like playing golf, and Daryl Carpenter closes out the first hour going over how his neck of the woods has been a rollercoaster of fishing this past week. Later on, Don hears from Mike Gallo on his plans for spring cleaning and taking care of business, Brendan Bayard gives us the high and low on some nice little tucked away kayaking spots, a Bad Boys story that details a case dumb duo, and Ryan Lambert tells us all where we can find Bass this time of year!
This hour, Don opens up discussing what is coming up this hour and where you can find Don this Saturday, before diving into reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on his plans to stay indoors and knock out some chores and spring cleaning, Brendan Bayard tells us all about his recommended spots across Louisiana for finding freshwater fish during this weekend's rough weather, a Bad Boys story that details one man's unfortunate crime, Ryan Lambert goes over where all the Bass are, and a whole lot more!
Don connects with our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures, to discuss why he is up on the Northshore, what his guys have been catching across Buras and around the Mississippi, Trout season woes, where all the bass are this time of year, and Duck season is already getting packed.
This week's Bad Boy tells the tale of a Bad Boy that roped in some pals for some stupid activities.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard of the BCKFC to discuss how paddlers may want to avoid the windy water this weekend, what tournaments and competitions are taking place ahead of us in the calendar to come, and where you can find some hidden freshwater spots for anyone looking to brave the elements.
Don calls up Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com, to break down a washout of a fishing weekend ahead of us but Mike details why we shouldn't be panicking just yet, things will be back before you know it.
This hour, Don is live from Marsh & Bayou up on the Northshore hearing from the likes of Glen Sanchez on what all is going on with the tide levels and waters across Louisiana, Chris and Ben Tiblier tell us all about the makings of their infamous Marsh & Bayou Magazine, charter captain Brad D’Alfonso goes over what is his favorite boat to fish off of, and Daryl Carpenter closes things out helping us piece together how the only thing staying steady is how unsteady the fishing has been!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about how spotty the fishing and the weather has been and much more!
Don sit down with Brad D’Alfonso, charter captain for Speck Dat Charters, to discuss what he focuses on, where he searches for his catches, the boat he prefers when out on the water, what type of trips he specializes in, and more!
Chris and Ben Tiblier, owners of Marsh & Bayou, joins us to discuss the many articles and guides they publish in their Marsh & Bayou Magazine 12 times a year combining incredible expert anglers, beautiful photography, and much more all taking place in the great Louisiana outdoors!
Don welcomes in Glen Sanchez, former marina operator and retired fishermen, filling in for Robbie Campo, to discuss how high the water has been and how low it could be, throwing back the right fish and more!
On today's show, Don is live from Scott's Marine hearing from a slew of field reporters and guests covering topics such as how the water's across Louisiana are still muddy and looking rough, Alabama fishing and their Red Snapper season compared to Louisiana, an infamous craftsman tells us how he makes his Turkey calls, Grand Isle and other areas might be a bit too foggy to fish, the "Holy Trinity" of fishing could help save your trip, kayak competitions may look very new starting soon, a Bad Boy story that showcases how one stupid mistake can snowball, the best Red Snapper recipe is probably simpler than you think, and much more!
This hour, Don opens up with Lucio Orfanello of Scotts Marine, to discuss everything going on over at Scott's Marine this weekend before welcoming in our usual slate of field reporters such as Mike Gallo to break down staying dry and busy out on the water this weekend, Eric Muhoberac details what we could start seeing pop up in our kayaking fishing tournaments, a Bad Boy case that brings us back to the basics of criminal intent, Ryan Lambert tells us about his trip to the Bahamas and his plans for when he gets back, and Lance Burgos and Sean “Squirrel” Burrell describe, a squirrel hunt with an LSU track star.
Don is joined by Lance Burgos, host of Tigers in the Wild, and star LSU Track & Field athlete, Sean "Squirrel" Burrell, to discuss the hunting and fishing trip they took, how Sean got the nickname "Squirrel" and who might be the best shot in his family.
Don welcomes in Ryan Lambert, the "Plastic Man" of Cajun Fishing Adventures, to discuss how his time at the Bahamas as he enjoys some much needed relaxation, what all is happening back home in Buras, the best recipe for Red Snapper as Ryan keeps it simple.
This week's Bad Boy showcases how doing one thing stupidly can be costly in multiple ways.
Don connects with Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company and BCKFC to break down the gathering going on later today, Big Bass City Park tournament coming up as possibly the last big tournament without motors, where all you paddlers could find some good catches this weekend, and what is the next big event for kayakers!
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss how the fog and weather is settling in his neck of the woods, finding the holy trinity when out on the water, and more!
Don is live from Scott's Marine in Elberta, Alabama to discuss the a vareity of things with field reporters and guests such as Robbie Campo on the fishing bouncing back, Patric Garmeson about Alabama fishing, Wingbone about his infamous turkey calls, Daryl Carpenter over in Grand Isle about being ready for foggy fishing, and much more!
Don sits down with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss how the weather has been across Grand Isle, if the fish kills we saw following the freeze might be a deterrent from those looking to get out on the water, and more!
Don connects with Ed Miller otherwise none as "Wingbone" to discuss his infamous wing bone Turkey calls, how he makes them, even gives us a listen to some of his calls, and much more!
Don dives into some Alabama fishing with Patric Garmeson of Ugly Fishing for a look at how the fishing is across Alabama and the Gulf Coast, what kind of fishing and fish you can find around Mobile Bay and coastal Alabama, fishing along structures to find the right fish for you, what the Alabama quota may look like for Red Snapper this summer, and much more!
Don welcomes in Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to break down the lack of fishing this past week across Shell Beach on this foggy Saturday morning, the waters have looked dirty and lacking many fish across Louisiana this past week so what does that mean for the coming weeks and seasons?
On today's show, Don dives into how our fishing plans may change as we step foot into March, before hearing from a flurry of new and old field reporters, covering topics such as fishing during carnival season, how things are hanging around Grand Isle, possible changes to the next Red Snapper season, how a "drop shot" works and what it is, a March made for kayakers, this week's Bad Boys tale goes over someone who has more than one vice, Reds are being "slayed" across Louisiana and in a good way, and how you can win some awesome prizes to help a Louisiana charter captain get back out on the water!
This hour, Don opens up diving into field reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on what a drop shot is, how it works, and when you should be using it, a new face joins us for our Paddlers report as we welcome in Butch Ridgedell, who tells us all about what is going on in March, a Bad Boys tale involving girls, drugs, gators, and guns, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert tells us all about his upcoming trip to the Bahamas and Angela Caruso tells us all about a lovely effort to help raise funds for a Louisiana angler!
Don is joined by Angela Caruso, coordinator for Benefit for Capt. Mike Helmer, to discuss how Capt. Helmer is doing, his road to recovery, all being offered by in support of him, and how you can lend a hand while winning some awesome prizes!
Don calls up Ryan Lambert, the "Plastic Man" of Cajun Fishing Adventures, to detail his upcoming trip to the Bahamas but back home him and his guys are "slaying" Reds, Catfish reports, and much more!
Don welcomes in President of Lafayette Kayak Club, Butch Ridgedell, to tell us about where he is paddling this morning as he scouts ahead of an upcoming tournament at the Coco Marina, a few other events on the calendar this Spring, and more!
Don sits down with Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com to dive into his recent trips and the likes how he is spending his Mardi Gras season out on the water, some recent red hot baits he's been using, what a "drop shot" is and when should you be using one, and much more!
This hour, Don dives into this first day of March with fishing, hunting, and Mardi Gras on the mind, before welcoming in Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to break down the latest over in Shell Beach, any Mardi Gras festivities ahead of us as we wrap up carnival season, and the best way to protect you and yours from Gnats. Later on, Don also details some upcoming live shows where you can drop by and say hey to the big man himself, and Daryl Carpenter tells us about how he is spending this lovely weather on the water and what he is catching in his neck of the woods!
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down how March is opening up on a strong, gorgeous note following a rough Jan/Feb that hit our waters, what we could see with Red Snapper limits ahead of the next season, and more!
Don connects with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss how the marina is looking as February comes to a close, Gnats will soon be the biggest hurdle out on the water so what helps alleviate them, Mardi Gras Day fishing plans, and more.
On today's show, Don sounds off on what is going on in the great outdoors before welcoming in reports and updates from guests and marina operators. Don also sits down with two retired Waterfowl biologists, Paul Yakupzak and David Rave to break down how Waterfowl wildlife activity is decreasing in Louisiana and across the country, if the Duck hunting season we all know and love might never seen the same numbers we've had, and more. Later on, Don connects with more field reporters to cover how we are feeling about LDWF leader Madison Sheahan possibly departing us so soon, looking for mullet to find other fish, a Bad Boys case that details a trio of criminals, the best bait for fly fishing, and much more!
This hour, Don opens up with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss how Madison Sheahan did in here time here, Mike Gallo tells us about how the best fisherman you know could be who you least expect, this week's Bad Boy story tells us all about a gang of deer poachers, Ryan Lambert details how Duck season could continue to exist in Louisiana, and David Hubell talks to us about what all is going on over at John Folse's Boucherie!
Don closes out the show with Food exhibitor at Boucherie, David Hubbell, to tell us all about what is going on over at Chef John Folse's White Oak Estate & Gardens on their Boucherie going on later today!
Don is joined by Cap't Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss how the height of the Mississippi River might cause some hiccups for those along the banks, how Louisiana coastal conservation would be a drop in the bucket of the federal governments budget hurdles, Duck seasons can continue to exist down in Louisiana and the fix could be more simple than we think, and more!
Don connects with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to detail his time fishing with a newbie who came to be a force of nature out on the water before breaking down some key spots to focus on along Lake Pontractrain this weekend!
Don sits down with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the rumor that the LDWF will be looking for a new leader and how the fishing has been around Grand Isle this past week!
This hour, Don opens up discussing some of the recent news as it looks like the LDWF might get a new commissioner sometime soon, before welcoming in Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss what hunters are saying about Duck concerns in the Biloxi Marsh before welcoming in two retired Waterfowl Biologists, Paul Yakupzak and David Rave, to help us figure out how Louisiana and much of the country is facing a serious crisis with their Ducks and Waterfowl population.
Don is joined by two waterfowl biologists Paul Yakupzak and David Rave to discuss how our Waterfowl wildlife is on the decline, what could be causing the end of recreational duck hunting across Louisiana and the country as we know it, how changes could be made to address and correct the path we are on, and much more!
Don connects with Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to talk about the weather ahead of us this weekend, some of the Mardi Gras festivities going on in and around the water, and what are Duck hunters saying about Duck issues in the Biloxi Marsh?
On today's show, Don dives into reports and updates from across Louisiana covering a variety of topics such as staying busy if you aren't going out on the water, upcoming shows and events where you can see Don, a preview of next weeks show where we will talk to biologists about Louisiana's Ducks and Waterfowl and if there are any fish kills going on around Grand Isle. Later on, we discuss an upcoming tournament for vets, how the fishing weather that we know and love in Feb. is finally coming around, how the winner of the Minimalist Challenge came out on top, a greedy Bad Boy story, how Duck hunting is in Mexico, one LSU softball players experience Duck hunting, and much more!
This hour, Don welcomes in field reports and more from the likes of Derek Poore, Tournament Director of Troops N' Tusks, to detail how the event is shaping up, Mike Gallo tells all about how we are starting to get back to typical February fishing weather and making sure you have a backup route when out on the water, winner of the Minimalist Challenge, Brendan Bayard, describes how he came out on top, a Bad Boys feature covering a very greedy hunter, Ryan Lambert tells us how Duck hunting in Mexico differs from Louisiana, and Maddie McKee, LSU Softball player, recaps her hunting and fishing trip with LSU baseball pitcher, Gavin Guidry and Don!
Don welcomes in Maddie McKee, LSU Softball player, to preview the start of their season with a double header going on later today, the trip that Maddie, Don, and Gavin Guidry, LSU pitcher took where they went fishing and Duck hunting, and more!
Don calls up his buddy, our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to tell us all about his time shooting Pintail in Mexico as this has been both here and abroad, a "strange year for Ducks" as Ryan puts it, what the guys back home have been catching this past week, and more!
Don is joined by winner of the Minimalist Challenge, Brendan Bayard of the BCKFC, to recap his winning weekend, some of the upcoming competitions on the horizon, and more!
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to go over having a backup route when out on the water if you can't take the same way back, fish kills in and around the Lakes and bays of the coast have not been that bad, limiting out on Trout, and much more!
Don sits down with Derek Poore, Tournament Director for Troops N' Tusks, a hog hunting tournament to help Veterans!
This hour, Don dives into how we are just settling into the heat as another cold front looms ahead, before calling up Robbie Campo, from Campo's Marina, to tell us about how he spent his Valentines Day, what he caught this week, and how he will stay busy while avoiding a very windy day out on the water. Don also details some of the upcoming shows and events and goes over what to expect from next weeks show when we hear from Duck biologists about what we may need to do for our Duck season to continue, and we connect with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to update us on the recent fish kill numbers around Grand Isle.
Don connects with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to dive into the latest on Grand Isle's fish kills following the blizzard that struck Louisiana a few weeks back, what fish usually get frozen over in these fish kills, and more!
Don gets together with Robbie Campo, of Campo's Marina, to go over how his Valentines Day plans that involved some hogs, fishing got hot just as the weather did this past week, and Black Drum and Redfish are making waves but our focus is all on how windy it will be out on the water this weekend!
On today's show, Don is wondering why so many people are in town, is there some big event going on or something, maybe we will found out but Don does find out what is going on around the Gulf and waterways of Louisiana hearing from Robbie Campo about the best looking bait for this weekend, Daryl Carpenter tell us all about how side of the road fishing has been fairly quiet. Later on, Mike Gallo covers how tide movement could be a concern on the water for fishing today, Eric Muhoberac goes over what is up next for the BCKFC and how the Minimalist Challenge was won by our very own, Brendan Bayard, a Bad Boy of the Week case that involves shooting Coots, Ryan Lambert details big changes to our Duck season that may take a while, and owner of Sea Tow, Christian Orfanello, talks to us about the rescues he's had to do and the importance of telling others where you are when out on the water.
This hour, Don discusses with Mike Gallo how tide movement could be a concern for both fish and fishermen today, Eric Muhoberac details where all the fish are showing up for all the paddlers out there, this week's Bad Boys shot up a whole lot of Coots, Ryan Lambert goes over how Louisiana is a ways away from changes coming to their Duck season but we have to wait a while before they can be implemented, and owner of Sea Tow, Christian Orfanello, dropped by to discuss how you and yours can be better prepared for being out on the water so you don't get stuck out there!
Don welcomes in Christian Orfanello, owner of Sea Tow, to discuss the best things to remember before heading out on the water so you and yours DON'T need to call Sea Tow and what kind of rescues they've done.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to see what he thinks about the new dates for Alligator season, changes are possibly coming to our Duck seasons but they won't be in place for another year, his plans to get out on the water later today after the fog dies down a bit, and more.
This week's Bad Boy case tells the tale of some idiots that wanted to shoot some Coots for loot!
Don is joined by Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company to go over his rebounding from being sick, Brendan Bayard and his son did a fantastic job during last weeks Minimalist Challenge, as the weather takes a warmer turn, where are all the fish showing up, and what the next event for the BCKFC is!
Don welcomes in Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to break down how the forecast might be shaping up to be a good one, even with the coming and going of fog across our lakes and bays, the plastics that might is using this time of year, if the tide movement might be too much to handle for some across the waters today, and more!
This hour, Don ponders why there is suddenly so many people in New Orleans, could there be something going on or is the fishing just that good, before calling up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to detail how bait that looks like Glass Minnows might be the best one on the market this weekend, staying safe along the waters during dense fog, if the numbers of fish kills following that arctic blast climbed any higher, a freshwater fishing report covering, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service drops in to tell us all about how the fishing around Grand Isle has been as spring weather continues to make its presence known.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the summertime weather that Grand Isle has seen we bounce back from that snow storm, but be weary of the weather this weekend if you wanted to get out on the water, side of the road fishing has been fairly quiet, and what you can expect this Spring on the water?
Don connects with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to go over how February is one of the least favorite months to fish during but the fishing has bounced back really well following the snow storm as the weather warms up, the bait that might be best to use this weekend, and there's a thick layer of dense fog across Louisiana this morning so stay safe when heading out on the water!
On today's show, Don previews a nice Spring season ahead of us as much of Louisiana's waters look to bounce back from that once in a lifetime snow storm that struck the Gulf South recently before diving into field reports from the likes of our gallery of reports covering topics such as using the time now to prep for a nice season of Spring and Summer fishing, an exotic hunt happening in Oklahoma with the some Tigers out in the wild, a Grand Isle report as fish kills are still a concern. Later on, Don discusses the right way to sit your lures and bait on the water to keep fish hooked, a live report from the Minimalist Challenge as the bait is handed out and the participants get to paddling, a Bad Boys tale that really shows how despicable some people can be, and Ryan Lambert tells us how he would change the way Louisiana does their zones and splits during Duck season.
This hour, Don starts off previewing what is up next and hearing from our listeners on their Groundhog Day plans before diving into reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on some tips to become a better angler, Brendan Bayard reports from the start of the Minimalist Challenge, a Bad Boys tale that could make a serious run for our Baddest of the Bad next December, and Ryan Lambert sounds off on how Louisiana can fix their Duck hunting splits!
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to recap their afternoon Duck hunt last week, the problems that Ryan has seen in the way the zones are set up in Louisiana, what we should be expecting if changes come, why it is important to not use federal guidelines for Louisiana's situation, and more!
This weeks Bad Boys details a ploy to get some lifetime hunting licenses by pretending to be disabled veterans.
Don connects with Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC live from the packed waters of the Minimalist Challenge to discuss the lures that the contestants will be using this weekend, what the winner may end up catching today, some tactics to make sure you make the most of your shot in the tourney, and do "Alabama rigs" work well in a kayak?
Don gets some help from Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss fish kills across Louisiana and what Mike has seen, fishing with such a thing known as the "Alabama rig", and the proper pause when setting a lure.
This hour, Don welcomes us into February as we take a look at what is National Serpent Day before calling up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina on if the fish kills we were fearful of have shown up, and what you should be doing if you are not on the water this weekend. Later on, Don gets together with his Bayou Wild TV Tigers in the Wild co-host, Lance Burgos, who are up in Oklahoma watching some Tigers out in the wild and Daryl Carpenter tells us all about how the fishing around Grand Isle is rebounding after the huge blizzard that struck the Gulf South.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the latest on fish kills around Grand Isle, the lack of people on the water as the environment bounces back from that incredible snow storm, bait availability is looking a little worse for wear but not super bad, and if Daryl's ever experimented with an "Alabama rig"?
Don is joined by Bayou Wild TV Tigers in the Wild co-host Lance Burgos live from Lost Bucks Ranch in Oklahoma shooting a Tigers in the Wild while hunting some exotic animals with members of the LSU football team!
Don connects with Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss if the fish kills we were worried about last weekend came true, a Duck season recap, what you could be doing this time of year if you AREN'T fishing and hunting, and more!
On today's show, Don gathers round the space heater and hopes the fish are as well as Louisiana recovers from their week in a winter wonderland. To help us make sense of how our sports paradise is rebounding, we get together with our field reporters such as Robbie Campo to tell us all about jerk baits and how to use them, Josh Sikes details a freshwater report and dispels any freshwater fish kill rumors, and Daryl Carpenter talks to us about how Grand Isle saw snow for the first time in over a hundred years and how we could be in store for a flurry of fish kills across our waters. Later on, we call up Mike Gallo to discuss his advice for getting out on the water following a frigid blast, Eric Muhoberac covers using jerk baits from a kayak and how that differs from a boat, an aptly named Bad Boy that had everything under the sun for a good time, Ryan Lambert looks to head to Mexico to warm up and get some shots in, and Kirk Stansel, covers what we should expect from duck blinds this weekend.
This hour, Don dives back to the reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on how impactful the color of jerk baits can be in filling up your ice chest, Eric Muhoberac goes over the proper movements you should be making with jerk baits, a Bad Boys tale that showcases you can really do a lot of crimes at once if you are determined enough, Ryan Lambert goes over if fish kills are on the horizon out West in Buras and his trip to Mexico next week and Kirk Stansel closes things out from the duck blind to tell us about how only time will tell about how many fish kills Louisiana will be facing.
Don connects with Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod And Gun to discuss how they control their own waters as he is chilling in his blind looking to get some Duck hunting in following the arctic front, how the casting might be after the blast as Redfish have been popping off like crazy, but will fish kills spoil the day, only time will tell.
Don welcomes in Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to go over how the waters are finally thawing in his neck of the woods, rescue efforts across Buras, if the cold weather brought Ducks down, fish kills out to the West of New Orleans, and how you can properly use jerk baits to get a fish on your line!
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company about fish kills in his neck of the woods, coming out of these cold water temps how does using jerk bait change when fishing from a kayak instead of a boat or land, the colors that work best for him (and possibly you), and more!
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to discuss how he spent his week bundled up inside, where Mike is headed once he gets back on the water, the best advice for those looking to get back out on the water this weekend, and the colors Mike looks in his jerk baits.
This hour, Don recaps how Louisiana took the week off to play in the snow before fielding reports from Robbie Campo on jerk bait usage this time of year and if we've seen any fish kills around St. Bernard or elsewhere, Josh Sikes tells us all about how it is a great time for Crappie and more in our freshwater report before closing out hearing from Daryl Carpenter on what we should expect from the waters as we could be in store for high or low numbers of fish kills.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss how it snowed in Grand Isle, his worries about the fish kills that may or may not be hitting our waters, why we are so focused on these fish kills, and more!
Don calls up Josh Sikes from Bent Rods Guide Service to discuss how Toledo Bend was affected by the freeze came through this past week, Bass would usually be in a pre-spawn phase but that could be delayed due to the weather, jerk bait usage for suspended fish in the river, what jerk baits would Josh recommend, Crappie reports out of Toledo Bend, and more!
Don connects with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss his trip to hunt some Deer in wake of the frigid blast that just hit New Orleans, fish kills aren't as prevalent as we expected heading into this weekend, can a jerk bait get you a fish or two this week if you are looking to get out on the water, and more!
On today's show, Don discusses the forecast ahead of us as a frigid blast is on the way to his Louisiana on Tuesday morning leaving many of us wondering whether or not we will be getting on the water so to help us make sense of it, we ask our gallery of field reports to make sense of the weather and conditions ahead of us with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to tell us about how we should handle any fish kills we come across, Randy Pausina from the Recreational Fisheries Research Institute (RFRI) to tell us all about Louisiana's 1st Redfish Restocking Program, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service details how the cold water temps will warm up quickly next weekend and how the drastic changes can affect our fish. Later on, we connect with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to describe where the fish go when the going (and the weather) gets tough, Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC speaks to us about the best baits in recent history used in the infamous Minimalist Challenge, a Bad Boys story that tells us all about a bunch of Wild Wabbit Wrongdoers, Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures talks about how we might not get the fish kills we are expecting and Mike Smith of LA Duck Hunts wonders if the ducks are bouncing back in this final split?
This hour, Don previews the 2nd half of the show before hearing from Mike Gallo on when the going gets tough, or should I say... cold, where do all the fish go, Brendan Bayard tells us all about the best baits in Minimalist Challenge history, a Bad Boys story that tells us all about some real Elmer Fudd-like fools, Ryan Lambert describes how he is planning to get out on the water and into the blinds during a serious arctic weather event next week, and we close out hearing from Mike Smith on how the flyover numbers might've painted a different picture than we are seeing in the blinds.
Don connects with Mike Smith from LA Duck Hunts to discuss how the shooting has been in Delacroix as the flyover numbers told us we are in for a big weekend.
Don gets together with our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss what is his cutoff for how cold it needs to be to keep him inside, fish kills on the horizon, and how he is planning to spend this next week!
This week's case covers a bunch of dummies looking to put on their best Elmer Fudd impression.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to discuss what spots are on fire during this freeze this weekend, the Minimalist Challenge is coming up on Feb. 1st so what should we know about the event and how can you get signed up, what baits have been big hits in the past, and more!
Don sits down with Mike Gallo to discuss him swapping the rod and reel for a gun, remembering Dutch Prager, what Mike is doing to prepare for the cold coming down here, and if you are getting out in this weather on Tuesday, where might you find fish out on the water.
This week Don previews a frigid fishing week ahead of us with a serious freeze coming through on Tuesday before diving into field reports and guest interviews with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to prepare us for a possible fish kill event as the weather takes a turn this week, Randy Pausina, Director of Recreational Fisheries Research Institute (RFRI), tells us all about Louisiana's first ever Redfish restocking program, and Daryl Carpenter, from Reel Screamers Guide Service, paints us a picture of a frozen week ahead the warm weekend that could follow.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss everything Grand Isle as a frozen week is ahead of us which could result in a lot of fish kills so what precautions should we be taking and what can we expect out on the waters after the cold wave?
Don calls up Randy Pausina, Director of Recreational Fisheries Research Institute (RFRI), to discuss LA's 1st redfish restocking program, why Louisiana is finally doing this, what we could expect to see in our waters, how you can help this program, and more!
Don connects with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to recap how the last week has been for fishing with a huge arctic blast on the horizon, what is the best way to approach dead fish seen in a jubilee or weather event, and what you should know about getting out on the water before the weather gets nasty.
On today's show, Don asks listeners what is there favorite weapon of choice to use when hunting Deer, before diving into our field reports from our guests covering double and triple checking Redfish sizes during this stretch of cold weather and how if you aren't getting out on the water, you can still be productive. Later on, we go over how this weather changes the movements and habits of fishing changes, how paddlers can get out on the water right now, a Bad Boys of the Week case that tells a lovely family story, and we discuss if we could have some large looming changes coming down the line affecting our Duck hunting seasons.
This hour, Don previews the second half of the show before heading back to the lines to hear from Mike Gallo on how when the weather gets cold, the fish change the way they move, Eric Muhoberac tells us all about how kayakers can still get out on the water during this stretch of cold weather, a Bad Boys tale that turned one Father from family to foe, and Ryan Lambert tells us all about some changes coming down the line that we could see hitting our Duck season.
Don gets together with our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert, from Cajun Fishing Adventures, to discuss some of the larger changes coming to our fishing and hunting seasons with some Duck hunting splits changes, limit increases, where you can connect with Ryan for a trip, and more!
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac, from the Louisiana Kayak Company, to discuss how the weather this week has been rough for paddlers of all types but don't fret, one of the foremost and highly anticipated tournaments of the year, the Minimalist Challenge, will be here before you know it, and a huge Snook discovery making waves in LA and MS!
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to discuss how the fish change their routines when the water gets as cold as it has been this past week, celebrations for Dutch Prager's special 100th birthday on Bayou Wild TV, and more!
This hour, Don previews the show and weekend ahead of us as Don ponders how do you like hunting deer and with what gear, before diving into our first field report catching up with Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to reconnect on how his hunting trip went up in Kentucky, a Toledo Bend fishing report, and Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service, to go over the latest from Grand Isle as nasty weather might keep you landlocked and doing gear maintenance.
Don checks in with Daryl Carpenter, from Reel Screamers Guide Service over in Grand Isle, to paint us a picture of how we should be spending our time during this stretch of nasty weather, where you may be able to find a good catch this weekend, and how you can get in touch with Daryl for some trips this Spring and Summer.
Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to tell us all about his hunting trip in Kentucky as the fishing back home has been anything but good, a recent Redfish jubilee, the latest on the waters around Shell Beach, and more!
On today's show, Don fields reports from our gallery of distinguished guests such as Glen Sanchez to tell us all about catching Trout before this big cold front, tips towards filling up your ice chest and Daryl Carpenter sounds off on how the fishing changes around Grand Isle this time of year. Later on, Don talks to Mike Gallo about fishing getting tougher as the water gets colder, Brendan Bayard tells us about the Minimalist Challenge just a few weeks out, a Bad Boys case that kicks of our 2025 season, and Ryan Lambert tells us this may just be the best Trout season he's ever seen.
Don previews the hour ahead before fielding reports from the likes of Mike Gallo covering when the weather gets cold, how can you keep the fishing hot, Brendan Bayard drops by for our Paddler's report to tell us about a new deal the BCKFC is doing for any amateur kayakers out there looking to go pro, our first Bad Boys of the Week of 2025 takes us up to Ohio where we handle some Deer outlaws, and Ryan Lambert sounds off on how the casting and blasting has been in his neck of the woods.
Don calls up Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures whose been shut out again as all of his blinds are packed leaving him to just do the casting part of a cast n' blast, so how has the blasting been around Buras, and more.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to detail the Minimalist Challenge just around the corner, what he and his family have been catching to welcome in the new year, and a new deal for any amateur kayakers looking to go pro!
Don gets together with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to discuss how the fishing will get tough before it gets better again as a cold front looms ahead, but Mike is sticking to land as he is looking to hunt some Deer today instead of catch some fish out on the water.
Don previews the show ahead of us before welcoming in Glen Sanchez filling in for Robbie Campo who tells us all about what we should know regarding Trout sightings, tips to fill your boat before the waters get chilly as a cold front is on the horizon, and Don discusses if the penalty for an accidental shooting too light, and we close out the hour hearing from Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to tell us all about how the fishing changes as the water cools.
Don connects with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss how the winter is treating fishermen around Grand Isle, how the fish are being caught as the water temperature faces a serious cold front coming up, and what the colder temps will bring to our waters, and more!
Don calls up Glen Sanchez, retired angler and former marina operator, filling in for Robbie Campo who will be back from his hunting trip next week, to tell us all about catching Trout before the cold front comes through, latest on Duck hunting across Louisiana, and where you can find live shrimp this weekend as Campo's Marina is looking light.
On today's show, Don and Cheri welcome you into our end of the year extravaganza where we look ahead to 2025 and what we would like to see before diving into some field reports like Glen Sanchez filling in for Robbie Campo, sounds off on the latest around the St. Bernard area. After, we give the rundown of the baddest of the bunch of Bad Boys we've had throughout 2024 before closing out the first hour with Daryl Carpenter telling us all about what you can catch around Grand Isle before the end of the year. Later on, we hear from Mike Gallo about the resurgence of Lake Pontchartrain for fishermen across SE Louisiana, Eric Muhoberac details the BCKFC 2025 calendar events for the first few weeks of the year, and Ryan Lambert tells us all about hunting Rails and making sure you are prepared for wet, rainy weather when out on the water before finishing the show (and the year) with our winner, voted by you, for the Baddest Bad Boy of the Outdoors for 2024!
Don and Cheri open up the 2nd hour hearing from our listeners and their votes on our Bad Boy of the Year with one case looking to run away with it, Mike Gallo helps us figure out why Lake Pontchartrain has been such a wonderful surprise to saltwater fishermen this year, Eric Muhoberac details the upcoming calendar of events for the BCKFC and how you can join the club, we reconvene with Cheri to go over the the nominees for Bad Boy of the Year, and Ryan Lambert tells us all about hunting Rails for with a guy from Idaho before we close out the year with our premiere winner, your pick of the Bad Boy of the Year!
Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert, from Cajun Fishing Adventures, to cover what he is doing before the end of the year as they wait for the lighting to stop to get out on the water, how the fishing has been out in Buras, an Idaho hunter is taking a trip with Ryan to go and hunt some Rails, and the best hunting tips for all the new hunters out there!
Don and Cheri go over this year's baddest of the bunch in as we detail the nominees for Bad Boy of the Year!
Don connects with Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company, to dive into an upcoming event with the BCKFC and if anybody is looking to join the club, Catfish is going like gangbusters as the year seems to be ending on a high note, and more!
Don is joined by Mike Gallo, of AAofLA.com, to tell us about what you should be aware of if you are looking to launch around the lakes and bayous of Louisiana's coastal waters, Lake Pontchartrain has been a huge surprise for saltwater fishermen in 2024... but why?
Don and Cheri round out this year discussing the holiday antics that the Dubuc family has been up to before diving into out a field report from Glen Sanchez filling in for Robbie Campo, discussing what we should all have in our boats this time our year. Afterwards, we dive into this year's horrific nominations for Baddest of the Bad, our very own Bad Boy of the Year, and we close out hearing from Daryl Carpenter, on what you can look to catch around Grand Isle before the end of the year.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to tell us about the weather that will be hitting Grand Isle this weekend, what you can expect to see both in the fish you catch and the size of the fish you catch, and when the weather gets rough, where may you find the best spots to fill up your boat?
Don welcomes in Glen Sanchez, former angler and owner of Breton Sound Marina to see what is going on in the Shell Beach area as we wrap up the year as Glen gives us words of advice and caution for anyone going out on the water today.
This week's bad boy was caught with a rifle with a scratched out rifle, meth and weed, and not wearing the Hunter's Orange vest
This hour, Don Dubuc speak with:Robbie CampoRoman RaySam CanoeJosh Sikesand Daryl Carpenter
On today's show, Don sets the stage before heading to the reports from our guest and field operators with Robbie Campo hearing Snooks are hanging around his place, a prestigous Duck call competition goes on during today's show and Don tells the story of Ben Lilly, one of the craziest hunters to ever grace Louisiana, and Daryl Carpenter sounds off on why we could see some restrictions on Sheepshead in the future. Later on, Don continues fieldling reports from the likes of Mike Gallo discussing what and where you can find decent catches across the bridges of Lake Pontchartrain, Brendan Bayard covers changes coming to the Minimalist Challenge, a Bad Boy Black Bear hunter, Ryan Lambert tells us all about Mexico and Duck hunting pass the border, and Blake Soileau recaps his first split of the Duck season and details how the second split has been.
This hour, Don opens up discussing with Mike Gallo how the fishing has been along the bridges and lakes around the Bayous of LA, Brendan Bayard tells us everything we need to know about the Minimalist Challenge coming up and some of the big rule changes coming to the event, a Bad Boy that shows us why we Black Bear hunting is so regulated to begin with, Ryan Lambert calls in from Mexico to tell us all about his home away from home, and we round out the show hearing from Blake Soileau to discuss the second split of Duck season as he's been a busy beaver.
Don calls up Blake Soileau from Full Strap & Stringers Guide Service to recap the first split of Duck season in his neck of the woods, how this mornings hunt went so far, and how you can connect with him to book a trip.
Don is joined by our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert down in Mexico to sound off on how Duck season is going down there, what the weather and hunting conditions are, why the lodge is called "No Le Hace", and how the next split opening up next week is shaping up back in Louisiana.
Don connects with Brendan Bayard who recaps last week's Hobie Fishing Worlds tournament with very chilly water temps so who came out on top in the event, Brendan Bayard was captivated by something else during the competition but next up, the Minimalist Challenge will be up and there are some changes to the rules so listen in!
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss some hunting out west in Texas with Mike on a trip spending times with friends and clients, but back home how has the fishing been around Bayou Bienvenue, fishing along the bridges on Lake Pontchartrain, and if Mike ever uses fish scents or similar products.
This hour, Don opens up the show discussing all of the pics and news we've seen of the Louisiana Black Bear hunting season before diving into our field reports from the likes of Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina. Don also tells the tale of the one of the most infamous Bear hunters to ever hunt in Louisiana, Ben Lilly, before hearing from two of our dedicated listeners in a quick Duck call competition, and we wrap up this hour with Daryl Carpenter on why we might see some sort of limit set on Sheepshead sometime soon.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss how you can learn how to fish along the roads on Grand Isle, finding structures to find fish, and if a Sheepshead limit may be on the horizon.
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to go over one of the oddest catches made near his marina, a Snook, and Robbie gives us a preview of some winter fishing around Louisiana's coastline water as Sheepsheads, Trout, and more fish are packing our waters.
On today's show, Don discusses the opening of Louisiana's new Black Bear season where a select few, and by few we mean, 10 individuals, will be able to hunt a Black Bear, before welcoming in our field reporters Robbie Campo and Daryl Carpenter covering topics such as stay warm when out on the water, what you can expect to see on the water, the best tips for your jig heads when chasing Sheepshead, and some fantastic gift ideas for you and yours this holiday season. Later on, Don gets some help with more Christmas ideas and fishing reports from Mike Gallo on using the tide to find fish, Eric Muhoberac covers catching Snooks (not Snooki), a Bad Boy of the Week case involving a Gross charter captain, Ryan Lambert drops by discussing another week of being left at the lodge and a huge meeting for the Davis Pond coming up this next week, and Capt. Martha Spencer closes out telling us about Wahoo.
This hour, Don previews what's to come this chilly second hour before diving back into reports from our many guests such as Mike Gallo on using the tide to help find where the fish are, Eric Muhoberac sounds off on picking a good spot to settle in and fish, we got a Bad Boy of the Week involving a not so legal charter guide, our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert tells us about how his boats are still busy leaving him stuck at home, and Capt. Martha Spencer tells us all about the Wahoo she's been catching!
Don rounds out the show with Capt. Martha Spencer, charter guide and Bayou Wild TV co-host, to discuss where her focus is across the many waterways and fishing spots across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast, Wahoo is back on the menu, and where you can find info about meeting up with Capt. Spencer for a fishing trip!
Don is joined by our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert, of Cajun Fishing Adventures, to cover how busy his area has been, if he's ever seen or caught a Snook and why these Florida fish cannot survive in Louisiana's waters, a recap of the Duck season around Buras this week, and a huge meeting coming up this week that any avid freshwater fisherman should attend.
This week's Bad Boy tells the tale of bogus charter captain who grossly used his boat for guide trips.
Don calls up our Eric Muhoberc, from the Louisiana Kayak Company and BCKFC, on if Eric still paddles barefoot in freezing temperature, an upcoming club event with the BCKFC, the best areas for kayakers to fill their boat this weekend, and the unlikely appearance of a Snook in Louisiana's waters, are they making their way into our state waters?
Don welcomes in Mr. Born-on-the-Bayou, Mike Gallo, from AAofLA.com, to discuss using the tide to help you figure out where the fish are spending their time, fighting or working with the tide, and where you can find gift certificates to go on a trip with Mike!
This hour, Don opens up our first December show discussing the opening of the new LA Black Bear season, Duck season continues for many across the state, and some good to know advice for stay warm out on the cold water, and Don goes over some of the best Christmas ideas for you and yours as we get closer and closer to the holiday season. We also hear from our field reporters, Robbie Campo and Daryl Carpenter on how bait inventory is this time of year, one guests hot new theme song, what you should be doing with water temps dropping like crazy, what you can expect to catch with winter finally here, catching Sheepshead and what tips and tricks work best and more!
For our Grand Isle Correspondent, Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter, from Reel Screamers Guide Service, to dive into how you should be rigging up for fishing along the road, the best way to keep jig heads when fighting Sheepshead, and how you can get a lovely gift for your family in a trip with Daryl himself!
Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina who is debuting a hot new theme song before diving into water conditions and weather as the fishing has been great as the water has stayed chilly, what may you be filling your boat with this time of year, and Robbie reminds us to take safety precautions when setting up duck blinds and deer stands.
On today's show, Don gets together with his field reporters on this post-Thanksgiving weekend to see if we are truly sitting in "the best fishing weekend of the year" as well as how you can stay safe when in your deer stands and duck blinds, a Bad Boys story that sounds similar to mythical tales cowboys and outlaws, and how if you've got bait, water, and a rod... you should be able to find Trout around Grand Isle. Later on, Don hears a wonderful song about Turkeys and their gobbling ways, maximizing your time across the waterways of Louisiana this weekend, key differences between twitch baits and top water baits, and three varying updates from blinds scattered across Louisiana as duck season slows down but the party don't stop!
This hour, Don opens up diving back into some Turkey talk with Dr. Anthony Zuppardo, who wrote and produced a song, "Gobble Gobble Gobble Goes the Turkey" which teaches kids a bit about Turkey's and their history in the US, Mike Gallo dives into making the most of the time on the water, Brendan Bayard sounds off on the differences between a top water and twitch bait, Mike Smith joins us for another update from the blinds as Duck season slows down, but will it pick back up? We also hear from Ryan Lambert, who got left in the dust, to recap his week of Thanksgiving hunting and fishing and close things out with Kirk Stansel out West where things have been quiet in his blinds with fishing taking most of the spotlight.
Don rounds out the program with our very own Capt. Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun who is out at the duck blinds where things have sadly been lackluster this morning, Trout fishing has been great and Flounder is getting ready to re-open!
Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures drops in to sulk about being left behind as the Duck hunting has been so good in his neck of the woods, the top boss was left behind, so how good has the blasting been, if the casting afterwards has been just as strong as we are hearing, and how Ryan cooks his mirlitons for his Thanksgiving festivities.
Don calls up Mike Smith of laduckhunts.com, to dive into how his Thanksgiving weekend of duck hunting is going and we get some live action from the blinds.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard, from the BCKFC, recap the a week of Thanksgiving fishing with Trout taking the largest portion of the bag sizes, the differences between top water baits and twitch baits, and everything we should know about Hobie Saltwater Series Championship next weekend.
Don gets together with Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com, to discuss the ever present goal of moving away from smaller fish to target bigger fish as the fishing has been incredibly plentiful this past week, the fishing steps that you should always be repeating to maximize your time on the water, and how you can get in touch with Mike to get a loved one a fishing trip as a gift!
Don sits down with Dr. Anthony Zuppardo to discuss a lovely song he made about 20 years about detailing the history of Turkey's in US and some nutritional info about them!
This hour, Don looks back at the busy week behind us as Thanksgiving has come and gone bringing good times with family, great food, and tons of hunting and fishing updates and reports throughout Louisiana from the likes of Robbie Campo in Shell Beach on staying safe in the deer stands and duck blinds, a Bad Boys story that takes us back to the days of cowboys and outlaws, and Daryl Carpenter tells us all about how if you've got bait in the water, you've got Trout... it is just that simple.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service, to discuss the fishing ahead of us during one of the biggest fishing weekends of the year with Trout and Redfish at the top of the list for many, and how you change over your baits this time of year.
This week's Bad Boy of the Week case tells the tale of a gang of criminals that harkens back to our outlaw days.
Back from the depths of Deer hunting, Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina, joins Don to recap his hunting trip that's kept him busy the last few weeks, what you will see out on the water this weekend and where may be the best holes and spots around Shell Beach, if Duck hunters are still pulling in big numbers, and the important of making sure you are secure when getting in and out of your duck blinds and deer stands.
On today's show, Don ponders how the gear you bring out on the water and woods changes when the weather turns colder, if your tactics change at all as well, before diving into reports covering what you should keep on the boat when facing winter weather, a Bad Boy story that really pushes "treat your neighbor with kindness" to the limit, and during this time of the year, what is the best bait for you. Later on, Don hears from our field reporters on more topics like a preview of all the winter fishing ahead of us, the latest on the motor-powered kayak conversation, and a flurry of live reports from duck blinds scattered across Louisiana as the duck season continues on!
This hour, Don opens up discussing some cooking tips and texts and the latest on the electric motor-powered kayaks that seem to be making some noise in the paddle community before diving back into reports hearing from the likes of Mike Gallo previewing what is in store for us this winter, Eric Muhoberac tells us all about the motor issue hanging over the kayak world, before hearing from 3 separate spots across Louisiana in the duck blinds with Mike Smith who is having a down week for once, Ryan Lambert, with a cast after a blast on his docket today, and Kirk Stansel tells us about the best way to make sure you hit your shot and stack up ducks like him.
The last stop of the day, Don calls up Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun, live from his blind as he is piling up the ducks as high as can be as his neck of the woods is producing a lot more than others, taking time to shoot when you spot a target, and picking a bird is the best way to deal with a large flock when you are faced with a lot of choices.
From one blind to another, Don gets together with Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures, to discuss the ducks they've seen so far this season as Ryan has had a very mixed bag, how the casting works after the blasting they do with the river coming up and still being a little dirty, and if Ryan likes to fry or bake his turkeys?
Don heads back out to the blinds with Mike Smith, from LA Duck Hunts, to discuss how as soon as the cold weather showed up, the ducks left leaving us to reminisce about the last few weekends of good shooting, and how you can hit up Mike for a hunt with plenty of time left in the season.
Don and Eric Muhoberac, from the Louisiana Kayak Company, dive into the motor issue at the forefront of many kayak discussions going on currently, the issue they face when facing competitive advantage by using a motor-powered kayak, and how do winter time tactics change for paddlers.
Don calls up Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com to recap a Speckled Trout endeavor that may have been one for the record books, some fishing reports across the lakes and bayous of LA, what bait you should be using and what you can expect to catch, and a preview of some of the tide ranges carrying into the weekend.
This hour, Don asks you how, if at all, do you change gear, equipment, tactics, and more when they weather starts settling into Winter and to help us do that, we call up Glen Sanchez, retired angler and former owner of the Breton Sound Marina, a national search for a Bad Boy that could net you over 100k and a local Bad Boy that is no being the good next door neighbor, and Daryl Carpenter sounds off on the best bait to be using in cold water!
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to recap how Grand Isle fishing will be as the water settles in this cooler, winter weather, what changes you can make to beat this cold weather, changing up bait to make sure you can still fill up a boat with fish, and what does Daryl expect next Springs fishing season to be like?
Robbie is still out and about in Kentucky leaving us in the loving hands of Glen Sanchez, retired angler and former owner of Breton Sound Marina, to what changes you should make when the weather starts getting colder, what spots you should look to find during cooler winter weather, and what you should be bringing with you on the water this weekend.
On today's show, Don fields reports as the cold weather may have finally settled in covering topics such as the importance of just getting out on the water this weekend, what you should know about fishing in very high tides, and which state are you most likely to hit a deer while driving. Later on, Don previews the next Bayou Wild TV Tigers in the Wild episode, when the tides are high, which areas are producing, a huge change amendment passed by the BCKFC this past week, a Bad Boys story that shows the lengths some will go to win a contest, and we finish up discussing why this Duck season will be one to remember!
Don opens up the second hour previewing the next Bayou Wild TV with Mason Taylor, before going back to the lines to hear from Mike Gallo on where you can find a decent catch this weekend, Brendan Bayard on a BIG change coming to the BCKFC, a Bad Boys story that really shines a light on Deer hunters serious fraud, Ryan Lambert sounds off on how odd it was that the Duck season has been anything but as bad as the previews and flyover predicted, and for even more on the Duck season, we head to Delacroix to hear from Mike Smith as he tells us about yet another good weekend of the Duck season!
Don calls up Mike Smith, LA Marsh Guide Service, from the duck blinds as this season continue to be one of the best that we've ever seen even with bad flyover reports, unfavorable conditions, and much more... so why are the Ducks still showing up?
Don gets together with Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to go over how this Duck season has been incredible even as the flyover reports, weather, and conditions aren't suited for Ducks to be producing these numbers, and the fishing has (as always) been on fire for Ryan as this high tide carries large fish everywhere.
Don and Brendan Bayard of the BCKFC go over the biggest amendment that was recently passed by the BCKFC to open up the sport of kayak fishing more, this is prime time paddle time time so where are the hottest spots and what can you expected to see, and the latest on the next big kayak fishing tournament to take place soon.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to dive into this windy, cooler very high tide weekend to see where they are heading as the water sits above where it usually sits, where the best catches might be around the lakes and bayous as Mike and his companions search for cleaner water, and how you can connect with Mike if you wanna book a trip!
This hour, Don welcomes in a strong cold front that starts off Deer season for many and Waterfowl season for all, before hearing from Glen Sanchez filling in for Robbie Campo about how at the end of the day, if you don't catch something to do, you ain't trying to as the conditions are great and we get a freshwater fishing report from Blaine Salter before closing out the hour with Daryl Carpenter over in Grand Isle to discuss how the fishing will be in his neck of the woods with the tide as high as it is and more!
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service over in Grand Isle as he makes a trek to Northern Georgia to hunt some Deer but don't panic yet, Daryl still gives us all the latest on the fishing around the coast, what the fishing will be like with the tide as high as it is, and how are we feeling about the new Red Snapper rules coming down the line?
Glen Sanchez, retired angler and friend of the show, drops in covering for Robbie who is out deer hunting as we take a look at how high the tide is across the coast, the fish are biting just about everywhere so Glen tells all that the best way to catch something today is to simple be out on the water, with the weather looking so nice, and how the live bait inventory is looking this weekend?
On today's show, with Duck season opening up across the state, we take a look at the numbers for all the birds with some rough precursors for what could be a serious issue in Louisiana's Duck season. We also field reports from Glen Sanchez on gnat deterrents, an early Bad Boys story of a few guys that took a Possum and treated it like a ball. We also hear from Daryl Carpenter on what Rafael is doing to Grand Isles' waters. Later on, we hear from Mike Gallo on staying on the move today, Eric Muhoberac recaps last weeks BCKFC Championship, Mike Smith chimes in from the Duck blinds to give us all the action in the moment, Ryan Lambert previews what could be a good Duck season after rough previews, and Emmi Vallot, joins us to discuss her future as a possible, actress, singer, hunter, angler, you name it, she can do it!
This hour, Don previews what's to come later in the show with a young lady joining us to talk about her song that she made trying to convince her family to let her go deer hunting before fielding reports from Mike Gallo on how staying on the move might need to be the way you win on the water this weekend, some good news for kayakers over in Empire with Eric Muhoberac, live from the duck blind, Mike Smith joins us from one of the hottest spots according to both the flyover preview, and his testimony in the blinds, Ryan Lambert sounds off on his neck of the woods with the Ducks staying hot over there and what side of the river is treating fishermen the best this past week, and finally, Emmi Vallot, joins us to discuss her future as a possible, actress, singer, hunter, angler, you name it, she can do it!
Don is joined by actress, singer, hunter, fishermen, and all around jack-of-all-trades, Emmi Vallot, to discuss the song she made about wanting to go out deer hunting, her future as a singer and actress in her local theater, how she came to be such an artistic focused kid, other works of hers, and what is next for the young superstar?
Don gets together with Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures in Buras to go over how the Duck season opening weekend has been near him with shots ringing out like crazy around his place, with some spots getting lots of birds and others having none so what spots are hot and what spots are not, the Green Wings are showing up a little early as well but the fishing is still going strong with the higher water levels due to Hurricane Rafael in the Gulf but which is producing more, the East or West side of the river?
Mike Smith, from LA Marsh Guide Service, joins us from one of the flyover hot spots over in Delacroix but the overall count across the state was down and hard, if the high water levels could play a part in that as well as the lack of a cold weather, and if you are looking to join in with Mike, how can you get in touch with him.
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company to recap the BCKFC Championship last weekend, the top dog who came out with a W, Empire's got some good spots for any paddlers out there this weekend, a gentle reminder to always wear your PFDs and what you should know about staying safe during Duck season.
Don is joined by Mr. Born-on-the-Bayou, Mike Gallo, from AAofLA.com, on what areas would be best on a weekend like this one with the higher water around the coast and lakes and windy weather across Southern Louisiana, the best ways to combat the high water and winds, and one of the best shared guests that Mike and Don have fished with.
This week, Don goes over the latest from the opening of the duck season across Louisiana in varies areas with pre-opening numbers looking not that good before calling up Glen Sanchez to go over the St. Bernard area to see what there is to be made of this weather brought about by Rafael out in the Gulf and how the best way to deal with gnats might be the most obvious. Don also tells the tale of this week's Bad Boys that may end be being one of the oddest one we've ever had, and we hear from our Grand Isle expert, Daryl Carpenter, on what the area is facing this weekend with Hurricane Rafael making waves in the Gulf.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the winds out around Grand Isle with Hurricane Rafael off in the Gulf causing issues, if someone wants to brave the elements, where could they find the best fish, Speckled Trout reports are far and few between but still around in some spots, and how many, if any, Duck hunters has Daryl come across this weekend.
With Robbie out of town, we call up Glen Sanchez, retired angler, to join us covering the St. Bernard area to help us make sense of this odd weather ahead of us, the best way to beat the gnats might be simpler than we think, duck season is opening up so what are some good things to be aware of?
On today's show, Don welcomes November with open arms but quickly closes them as Gnats are showing up in droves so be weary before jumping into our field reports covering everything from bridge closures near St. Bernard, the best thing to combat Gnats might be sold at... Victoria's Secret, World Series Trout have finally arrived and they are looking very good, and Grand Isle is staying steady in the face of wonky weather. Later on, Don hears a lovely song from a young listener of the show about how she wanted to join her family out on a hunt, the tips you need to know when searching for clean and moving water this weekend, the latest on the BCKFC Championship tournament, a Bad Boys story involving a real horror show, and a preview of the Waterfowl season starting up in just two weeks!
In the second hour, Don hears a lovely song from a young girl who wanted to join family out on a hunt, before returning to our field reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on World Series Trout and if he has seen any Waterfowl in his neck of the woods, Brendan Bayard joins us live from the BCKFC Tournament Series Championship to tells us how "catch, photo, release works", we've also got a Bad Boys tale that really leaned into the Halloween horrors, and Ryan Lambert closes things out with us discussing his gator hunt with two LSU baseball stars and his preparations for the Waterfowl season coming up!
Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to discuss the what side of the River his crews have been working, his preparations for the duck season ahead of us, his favorite color of slugs, and a Gator hunt with Steven "Monster" Milam and Jared Jones that Ryan went on.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC tournament series championship going on this morning, the ins and outs of "catch, photo, release" tournament, where and when the weigh in and and post-tournament party will be, and how if he has fished Lake Verret.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss finding clean, moving water this weekend, how the birds can help you in that endeavor, the latest on Trout sizes post-World Series, and the waterfowl hunting is opening up during these next 2 weeks, so are we in store for a good season?
With November here, Don and his many field reporters go over everything going on this weekend such as the bridge on the way to St. Bernard/Shell Beach area closed for renovation so what detour should you take to get down there, another free fishing day is going on tomorrow over at Bogue Chitto State Park, a freshwater fishing report from the likes of Blaine Salter on some record breaking catches, Kirk Stansel helps us figure out where the largest Trout are biting, and Daryl Carpenter offers up a heartfelt apology about his Gnat statement from last week.
For our Grand Isle breakdown, Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service as the Gnats have arrived to enact revenge on Daryl, the windy weather will continue out hanging around Grand Isle, and the fishing has been a rollercoaster of good and bad across the board.
Don is joined by Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod And Gun to preview a kids cast-and-blast that the group is doing later today, the fishing out West has been really good no matter where you go and what you chase, and artificial bait Marker 54 is making waves yet again.
Due to a slight detour, Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina joins us to discuss the bridge being closed as it gets painted with a new coat, the big fishing event going on at Campo's this weekend, how the live shrimp inventory is looking, and be aware everybody, we are fully in Gnat season.
On today's show, Don tips his hat to those trading the rod and reels for tickets to Taylor Swift before calling up his field reporters to see what is going on in their neck of the woods like Robbie Campo on how the fishing has been so good even bad fishermen should be able to catch something, Daryl Carpenter details everything we need to know about White and Speckled Trout. Later on in the second hour, Don calls up Justin Logar, a recovery cancer patient who joined Don for his fishing trip of a lifetime, a surprising turn of events for World Series-sized fish with Mike Gallo, a Bad Boy who just decided to become one in the spur of the moment, Ryan Lambert sounds off on how the Ducks are migrating South and how his gator season went, and we hear from Emile Broussard & Gene Hebert, organizers of LA WildFowl Festival on this year's festival going on this weekend!
Don opens the second hour with Justin Logar, a young recovering cancer patient from New Jersey who caught his fish of a lifetime with Don and why he chose the fish that he picked, Mike Gallo joins to discuss why World Series Trout don't seem to be here just yet but, Sheepshead are arriving in droves, the latest Bad Boy to make grace the airwaves, Ryan Lambert and how he handles Alligator meat, and closing things out hearing from Emile Broussard & Gene Hebert, organizers of the LA Wildfowl Festival on what is in store for the fest this weekend?
Don gets together with Emile Broussard & Gene Hebert, organizers of LA Wildfowl Festival going on this weekend, what you can see during the live demonstration, events for kids attending, and much more!
For everything Plastic we call the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss what is going on around Buras, what is on the docket for the day with boats going every which way, if Ryan has seen any Ducks around his place as they migrate, Gator season closed up with a few big ones, and what can the customers take home from their gator hunts?
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com drops by to recap the trip to "Dutch's Corner", a fishing spot dedicated to fellow fishermen and friend, Dutch Prager, but the World Series Trout that we've been talking about for weeks seems to have been bumped out of the spotlights by... Sheepshead?
Don gets together with Justin Logar, a recovering cancer patient from New Jersey featured in a Bayou Wild TV episode where he caught his fish of a lifetime, a Tarpon, so why did he pick that, what the trip was like, and what his weekend has in store all the way up in NJ?
With Taylor Swift in town, Don welcomes the many fans in town who are enjoying everything Louisiana has to offer before fielding reports from our many guests such as Robbie Campo on how the live bait frenzy was this past week, a reminder that Flounder season has closed but we look back on why the season closes so early, a quick history lesson on the LA Black Bears season, why we may have one, and Daryl Carpenter sounds off on all things Trout.
Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service joins Don to discuss how the catch was this past week around Grand Isle, the fish bouncing back after the water cleaned up, White Trout are going strong in and around reefs, how the cutoff for keeping White Trout depends, are we seeing White and Specks mixing schools, and when should we expect Sheepshead to start popping up?
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss the live bait frenzy hitting the St. Bernard area as the fishing has been so good, if you aren't catching anything... you may need to find a new hobby, and Robbie tells us about what he has seen caught with World Series Trout on the mind.
Don is joined by his daughter, Cheri, on this National Whole Hog Barbecue Day, fielding reports about this very windy weather ahead of us with small craft advisors out there across the Gulf Coast, a history lesson on the Whole Hog BBQ, and how you can help clean our your freezer and pass along your extra meat to the less fortunate, before Kirk Stansel tells us that the waters are PACKED with great catches... just as long as you can beat out this wind, and Daryl Carpenter tells us about the conditions in Grand Isle with water looking like chocolate. Later on, Don and Cheri talk to Mike Gallo about working with the wind, not against it, some kayaking hidden holes with Brendan Bayard, a Bad Boy of the Week that goes above and beyond the world of hunting and fishing, and Ryan Lambert tells us what is going on with the Mississippi River, Gator season closing soon, and his Eco-Tours.
In the 2nd hour, Don and Cheri field reports from the likes of Mike Gallo who advises us on how you can be out on the water in heavy winds and a special trip coming up for Mike and Don. We also hear from Brendan Bayard for all the kayakers, on the best spots for all the paddlers to beat out this windy weather, a Bad Boys story that goes beyond hunting and fishing, and our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert is putting on his "Professor" cap to tell us all about how the river is doing and Alligator season is close to wrapping up with a few tags leftover, and the foster/adoption program that can help you find your new best friend.
The "Plastic Man" also known as "Professor" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventure, joins us to discuss the Eco-Tour that he gives, what a "Bec Croche" is and the hunting seasons that used to exist, the latest on the river falling and what that means for the fall and winter coming up, and the cold water hasn't slowed any of the Gators down.
For everything involving kayakers, we call up Brendan Bayard of the BCKFC to help us figure out what all went down over at Fall N' Tide last weekend and who came out on top, how the new Flounder regulations affected this year's event, and what spots would be best for all the kayakers out there looking to get out of this wind.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo, Mr. Born-On-The-Bayou, from AAofLA.com, to cover his advice for fishing on a windy day, the bait he is rocking right now, where you can find Green Trout along Speckled Trout, and in honor of long-time friend of the program Mike tells us about a special fishing trip he and Don will take this upcoming week!
This hour, Don joined with his daughter Cheri, as they call up the likes of Glen Sanchez, retired angler, to discuss the windy weekend weather ahead of us with small craft advisories active, we get check-ins from all those out on the water this weekend. Don and Cheri give us a history lesson on whole hog BBQ and what you can do the help the less fortunate with the leftover meat you've got, before hearing from Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod And Gun on what birds he has seen during this cold front previewing a hopefully good Duck season ahead, and Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service tells us all about how Grand Isle has been dealing with the brunt of this windy weather.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to see if he's got things tied down with all this wind they've been dealing with as the water has been anything but steady and clear, but before this front came, Daryl was seeing some of the best fishing he's ever been a part of, and if the artificial reef from the Raising Cane's CEO has produced any viable catches to compete with other rigs and reefs?
Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod And Gun joins Don to talk about some incredibly Flounder that were caught before the closure, when fishing out on a windy day becomes untenable for you to be able to catch anything, what kind of fall fishing you can catch with this cooler, dryer weather coming through and if we got any new birds with this new cold front coming through.
In place of Robbie Campo, Don calls up Glen Sanchez, retired angler, to cover how the fishing has been around the St. Bernard area as the weather has been incredibly windy so small crafts be advised today, how you fish through a large school of fish, and how the bait is looking over at Campo's Marina.
On today's show, Don ponders throughout the show about gumbo on this National Gumbo Day, before fielding reports from the likes of Robbie Campo on the best Fall fishing spots around Shell Beach, Daryl Carpenter tells us to dress for success around Grand Isle. Later on, Don hears from Mike Gallo who argues that today may just be teh best day of weather that we've seen out on the water, Eric Muhoberac previews the big day in store for all kayakers out there with Fall N' Tide, a Bad Boys story this week that makes the argument not every activity needs a gun... or drugs, and Ryan Lambert drops by to tell us all about Gator season and the future of the animal's hunting regulations.
This hour, Don hears from Mike Gallo on what you can catch this time of year with water temps dropping, Eric Muhoberac tells us what he thinks the winner of Fall N' Tide might need to come out on top, a Bad Boys story involving, felons, firearms, and... frogs, and we close things out hearing from the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert on his gator season, and what the future for Alligator seasons might be, and where on the water he is going to be today.
Don gets together with Ryan Lambert to see what he's got planned with Fall-ish weather fully here, Alligators season is still chugging along but could we see an expansion of the Gator season, does Gator meat still sell, and fishing has been good with the river incredibly high while staying somewhat clean and clear.
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company, what he is seeing over at Fall N' Tide at the Delta Marina, what he caught yesterday while preparing for the event, his gumbo hot takes, and what could be the winning size fish for today?
Don and Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com take a crack at what could be one of the best days of fishing the year has to offer and with the everywhere producing great catches, where is Mike going and where has he been, also what he might catch with water temps at around mid-70s meaning you can catch anything, how live bait inventory is doing, and of course, we have to ask what is Mike's favorite type of gumbo.
This hour, on National Gumbo Day, Don asks what is your favorite type of gumbo to eat, before being joined by Robbie Campo previewing all the Fall fishing spots and Fall fish with Fall fishing here in full force. Don hears from listeners talking about their favorite types of gumbo, some of the events coming up this next week, and look back at Hurricane Katrina while we think of those hit hardest by Hurricane Milton, Fall N' Tide is going on at Delta Marina today, and Daryl Carpenter joins Don to discuss what all is being caught around Grand Isle, and how you may need to start dressing accordingly when out on the water.
Joining Don is owner/operator of Reel Screamers Guide Service, to break down the latest going on over in Grand Isle as most of the action has been in the marsh with a ton of early limits, the high tides seen around the Isle due to recent storms, Redfish are still popping up, Shrimp are starting move out, and chilly temps are on the horizon so dress accordingly.
Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina joins Don to preview all the fall fishing spots with a brisk, cool weekend ahead of us, what all Robbie is seeing across the rivers, lakes, and bays with Redfish and Trout popping up everywhere, and Flounder fishing has gotten better over the years due to the early closure but the current season won't stay open much longer.
On today's show, Don fields reports on how the fishing was this past week across Louisiana, what happened at the Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival, before fielding reports on the likes of this Teal season being an unusual one with no sign of it getting better anytime soon, Flounder season is coming close, the latest on any sightings of World Series sized Trout, prepping for Fall n' Tide, and a Bad Boy of the Week case that really highlights how even the right people can make the wrong decisions, and we hear from some Tigers in the wild about an fun fishing adventure out in the Gulf and what they did with their catch!
This hour, Don previews what's to come before getting the high and low from Mike Gallo on any World Series Trout making appearances as of yet, Brendan Bayard sounds off on the best way to prep for Fall n' Tide next weekend, a Bad Boy of the Week that involves a fellow television star, Ryan Lambert tells us all about his Teal season which was surprise surprise, also not a great one, and we hear about an incredible fishing excursion with two LSU gymnasts, Sierra Ballard and Ashley Cowan!
Don is joined by LSU Gymnasts Sierra Ballard and Ashley Cowan, to discuss the historic season they just had last year, the intense fishing they did out in the Gulf of Mexico, who won, what surprised them when out on the water, what did they cook with the fish they caught on their outing?
Don gets together with Ryan Lambert, the "Plastic Man" to discuss if we may see some loosening of the restrictions on Alligators, Ryan fully agrees with Kirk that this was the worst Teal season he's ever seen, and what the schedule looks heading into the late Fall/early Winter windows.
Dropping by is Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to recap last weeks Redfish Rumble, how Fall n' Tide is looking based off of recent tournaments, what sizes Redfish he saw during competition but who came out on top and what did they win, and with windy weather ahead of us, what advice and spots would Brendan suggest?
Don calls up Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com, to cover what he's been up to in his neck of the woods with Redfish on the menu, with stiff winds where is Mike going and what is he looking to catch, are we seeing any World Series Trout yet, and Tripletail have been incredibly quiet, so has Mike seen any or heard about any being caught?
This hour, Don dives into the opening of Squirrel and Rabbit season for many of you and what other events and openings are going on before hearing from Robbie Campo about how the fishing was over in Shell Beach this past week. Don also goes over the final numbers of the Red Snapper season closure, and hears from Kirk Stansel on his Teal season which wasn't much better than some others, and Daryl Carpenter on what he is catching as Fall picks up, and how he feels about the Louisiana Shrimp incident at the Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival.
Our Grand Isle aficionado, Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service, joins Don to discuss the weather Grand Isle faces this weekend, what is being caught this time of year, how the shrimping has been, and if you are at a restaurant, do you want to know where your food is from?
For a recap of the Teal season and a fishing report from out West, Don gets together with Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun, breaks down how he is catching all the Redfish they are seeing, another week of Flounder season will come and go, and where you can find Kirk's reports across the week online?
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina down in Shell Beach, to recap how the fishing was this past week, what is in store for those out on the water this weekend, and Flounder season is almost closed but changes could be coming soon as the Flounder has bounced back well.
On today's show, it is National Hunting & Fishing Day so Don is asking everybody, what is the hunting or fishing regulation that you'd like to change if you had the power to do so before fielding reports from a number of guests covering topics ranging from Hurricane Helene has brought some lovely weather to Louisiana, how the Mississippi River fishing is while its low, Grand Isle fishing has been so good, you can find fish just about anywhere. Later on, we break down how what water you are fishing in helps to determine what bait you should use, the latest on all the big tournaments for you paddlers out there, a Bad Boy of the Week that really took our regulation question to heart, before closing things out with some live updates from duck blinds across the state as Teal numbers bounce back from a lackluster week.
This hour, Don doles out the regulations he'd like to change if given the power to do so before hearing from Mike Gallo on finding a good bait to use depending on the power you use, Eric Muhoberac sounds off on all the big kayak tournaments coming up including one later today, a Bad Boys story that involves a serious tongue twister, the "Plastic Man" and Don reminisce about how much they like being in the duck blinds, and Mike Smith gives us some hope about Teal and seriously questions how Louisiana is handling the Mottled duck season.
LA Marsh Guide Service, Mike Smith, joins Don to recap yet another somewhat successful weekend of Teal hunting, how the Mottled duck season should be changed for the overall improvement of the hunting seasons, and where you can go and book a hunting trip with Mike!
Out in the duck blinds, we go to Cajun Fishing Adventure owner, Ryan Lambert, to discuss Teal season as he is back in the blinds, an Alligator hunt with some LSU Tigers out in the wild this past week, why we are seeing a decline of the Mottled ducks but plentiful amount of Wood ducks, and Ryan and Don ruminate on their love for being in the duck blinds, and this upcoming Full moon will be huge for the Fall season.
Eric Muhoberac, from the Louisiana Kayak Company and BCKFC, drops in to give us some of the details on today's tournament, the Redfish Rumble, and Fall N' Tide is coming up next month which is a massive tournament for Hobie World Championship, a note on always keeping your eyes open when out in water since you never know what you may stumble across, and Eric would like to make all kayakers wear PFD's a requirement for his regulation change.
Don gets together with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, to talk about finding the "Holy Trinity" first and foremost, using specific colored bait depending on the color of the water and the fish you are looking for, and another World Series Trout preview as they'll be here before you know it!
Don asks a question to his guests and listeners about what is their hunting or fishing regulation that they've liked to see changed the most, Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina joins us to recap how the week behind us was a little slow but should pick up with nice weather brought in by Hurricane Helene, Nat'l Hunting and Fishing Day is today and with that there a lot of celebrations going on across the state, Mitch Jurisich owner of Delta Marina and Plaquemines Parish Councilmember, on how the fishing has been along the Mississippi, and Daryl Carpenter over in Grand Isle from Reel Screamers Guide Service, tells us how fish are so plentiful the real hurdle will simply be deciding where to go!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to recap the fishing this past week (and the week before since Daryl was on vacation), the fishing are still in their transition to Fall but things have been so good, you can find fish just about wherever you go.
Mitch Jurisich owner of Delta Marina and Plaquemines Parish Councilmember, drops by to discuss how this cooler weather from Hurricane Helene has given way to decent fishing across Louisiana, how the low river is bringing in some fantastic catches, fishing in the river has been fantastic, what gripes he has heard about Redfish and Red Snapper regulations, and with what all is going on over at the Ponderosa at Delta Marina?
Don heads over to the St. Bernard area with Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss how Hurricane Helene brought incredibly nice weather for some weekend fishing, Teal season might've just been saved after a fairly lackluster start, and what Robbie is hearing about regulation that his customers and other fishermen would like to see changed the most?
On today's show, Don discuss the intricacies of Duck season from Texas where he has Doves on the mind (and soon to be in his stomach) before calling up his gallery of field reporters to discuss everything ranging from fish kills and how the waters are recovering after Hurricane Francine, and the latest on a new shooting range opening in Mandeville. Later on, we cover how the Fall is fishing is looking as with it finally here, the notable differences between fishing on Mobile's coast versus Louisiana's coastal waters, a Bad Boy of the Week that a little bit of paperwork, common sense, and moral righteousness, can go a long way, our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert tells us that in all his years, this might be one of, if not THE worst Teal season he has ever seen, and finally, we discuss the merits of LA adding Black-bellied Whistling Ducks to Duck season and what a call for them might sound and look like?
In the second hour, Don continues his conversation with James Peters about what all the PAC Shooting range opening in Mandeville offers, as well as Mike Gallo on how the Fall fishing is shaping up, Brendan Bayard tells all regarding Mobile fishing compared to Louisiana, a Bad Boy case that has a guy who has just about everything BUT paperwork, Ryan Lambert argues that this might be the worst Teal season he's ever seen, and Mike Smith tells us if it is possible to create a Whistling Duck call?
Mike Smith, from the Louisiana Guide Service, live from his Duck blind joins us to discuss how the weekend in the blind has been compared to the week, if the moon that came and went moved out the Ducks just as fast as they moved in, and if it's possible to call Whistling Ducks?
Our very own "Plastic Man", Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures, drops by to recap the hardest fish he's ever caught, if the moon or storm had anything to do with the lack of Teal being seen and how it just might be the worst Teal season Ryan has ever seen, and what does somebody get if they take an Eco-tour with Ryan.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC, to recap the fishing over in Mobile during a tournament, how the fishing differs over there from Louisiana regarding the environment you fish in, what you are catching, and where to look.
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com drops by to recap the scattering of fish across Louisiana as the transition from Summer to Fall fishing has absolutely started with some world series Trout on the horizon, what platforms Mike has seen producing this time of year, and the importance to know about how to safely release a fish back into the water.
This hour, Don discuss his Dove season so far as he is in Texas on a little getaway and what is his favorite way to cook Doves while also looking back at the latest from the damage and changes Hurricane Francine did to Louisiana's waters and fishing population, before having Robbie Campo join us to discuss how things have changed with Fall fishing just around the corner as Summer comes to an end, Red Snapper season should shut soon so get in while it lasts, and James Peters, owner of PAC Shooting Range in Mandeville joins us to discuss their grand opening!
Don calls up James Peters, owner of PAC Shooting Range with its grand opening in Mandeville to discuss what they offer, when they open, and how you can go and find lessons, training, firearms, and friends!
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss the latest on fish kills and fish recovery following Francine around Shell Beach and St. Bernard and the beginning of Fall fishing as Summer comes to a close, what you can and cannot catch right now as we move into Fall, and Teal have been far and few between across his neck of the woods.
On today's show, Don fields reports and updates as the restoration, both by us and the environment, continues hearing from guests on whether or not the timing of the storm could have a negative effect on Teal season, where you can find fish and avoid the dirty water that Francine brought in, and what areas got spared and what areas got hit the hardest. Later on, Don hears about a wonderful venture going on in Alabama to help disabled people get out on the water, the best advice for finding your catch after a storm, a Bad Boys tale involving alligators and some mindless Mississippi men, and we close out the show hearing from some guests live from their Duck blinds as Teal season is underway!
This hour, Don hears from his reporters and guests on some charitable endeavors going on over in Alabama, some tips on using the "Holy Trinity" to find fish post-Hurricane Francine, the latest on Kayakers getting ready for Redfish Rumble and Fall N' Tide, a Bad Boys story that reminds us that even Bad Boys can be out-of-towners, our Plastic Man from the Duck blind tells all about Whistling Ducks maybe being added to Teal season, and another Duck blind report with Kirk Stansel out West and an update on how Trout and Redfish are looking after the storm during this transitional season.
Don calls up Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun to go over his first day of being in the Duck blinds, if there were any tidal surges as Francine passed by over in Hackberry, and Redfish and Trout are still being caught in droves during this transitional period.
Our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures joins LIVE from the Duck blinds as they are PACKED with people, if he has seen a lot more wooded Ducks, and if they add whistling ducks to Teal season, that could be a game changer, and how the water is after Hurricane Francine.
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac, from the Louisiana Kayak Company, to discuss the newest in fishing gear and clothing over at Massey's, how are fishermen preparing for Redfish Rumble coming up with Fall N' Tide not that far behind it, and where they are looking for their catch out on the water this weekend.
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, covers prepping for the storm and what issues if any arose following her arrival and departure, using the holy trinity to find fish after a Hurricane, and if the Trout transition is affected by these storms?
Capt. Mary Michael joins Don from Fairhope Rattle, to recap their Hope on a Boat endeavor where they take disabled individuals out on the water for a great day of fishing, what they expect to catch, and a big upcoming event for the Alabama CCA!
This hour, Don hears from his many field reporters as everybody recovers from Hurricane Francine which spared just about everybody, if the timing of the storm could affect Teal season, staying away from the dirtier water post-Francine, as well as where the fish are and what you can find over at Delta Marina before closing out the hour hearing about how Grand Isle did and if the steps taken to prevent powerless and buildings collapsing where thoroughly tested by the Cat 2 Hurricane Francine?
Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service, joins the Don to go over how Grand Isle survived Francine without losing power, if any of the fishing and shrimping was affected, and if this storm was a good test or weak enough for those new precautions to not be tested.
Plaquemines Parish Councilmember and owner of Delta Marina in Empire, Mitch Jurisich, discusses with Don the restoration efforts following Hurricane Francine, where the fish have been after the storm, and what is going on over at the Delta Marina.
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina in St. Bernard to recap their Hurricane Francine experience as they dodged the worst of the storm, staying away from dirty marsh water, how this Hurricane could affect Teal season, and some need-to-know info on Campo's closer early today.
On today's show, Don fields reports covering a variety of topics like the fall fishing season ahead of us, some new loosened regulations regarding Shark fishing species in Louisiana, as well as historic anniversary of the first and only Shark attach death in Louisiana history, and the latest on Crabbing around Grand Isle. Later on, we also discuss how aggressive the fish may be in the coming weeks, the key differences in fishing in salty water in Alabama compared to the Louisiana coast, a Bad Boy of the Week that is just downright repulsive, how Duck hunting has been in Mexico, and what is coming up in the 13th season of Bayou Wild TV?
Don previews the second hour of the show before having Mike Gallo join to talk about what we may see out on the water in the coming weeks as we get further into fall, Brendan Bayard joins to go over more crabbing and nabbing Bull Reds from a kayak. Later on, we also have a Bad Boy of the Week who could be one of the worst ones to ever come across our show, Ryan Lambert, our very own "Plastic Man" drops by to tell us about Duck hunting in Mexico and Bayou Wild TV's very own Chris LeCoq, closes out the show previewing the upcoming 13th season of Bayou Wild TV!
Chris LeCoq joins Don to preview the 13th season of Bayou Wild TV, what episodes are in store for this upcoming season, more Tigers in the Wild, cooking episodes, and more!
Don calls up Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to cover the latest in Doves and Teals as he makes his way to the Dove field, if the salty water from this rainy weather will be affecting the birds coming down, how it is already affecting the fish, and Ryan gives us a lesson on what Duck hunting is like in Mexico.
Brendan Bayard, from BCKFC, joins Don for our Strokin' Report to discuss the area he'd recommend to be out on the water for all paddlers and kayakers out there, what it is like to catch Tarpon in a kayak, Crabbing and Bull Reds are still going strong, and the biggest difference in fishing saltwater species in Mobile compared to the Louisiana coast.
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, drops by to dole out his plans as chores and college football are on his mind but don't worry, he's got a few spots that would be good to check out this weekend, a Bass report in connection with all of this salty water, and if Mike has seen any more Teal recently, and what is next for Mike out on the water.
This hour, Don previews the show ahead of us and asks the audience what would be your hunt or fishing trip of a lifetime, Robbie Campo drops by to recap the lackluster week of fishing but tells us we may be in store for a memorable fall, Louisiana is opening up some Shark fishing regulations for some species, and a look at the only Louisiana shark attack death in the state's history, before closing out the first hour with Daryl Carpenter on crabbing on the beaches of Grand Isle and what you should do once this nasty weather clears.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down the latest over in Grand Isle as it's been "a little bit windy and a whole lot wet", tons of water moving over the next few days, how has the crabbing been around Grand Isle, and when all this junky weather moves out, what would be the best places to go out and get some great catches?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss if all this rainy weather has left our waters overflowing, fishing has slowed down as we move to fall hunting seasons with Dove and Teal hunting is almost here and we go over the best tips for anybody looking to go out and grab some birds while making the most of your time.
In this week's show, Don fields fishing reports from Robbie Campo on what spots are heating up as the seasons change, Kirk Stansel gives us the lowdown on fishing during seasonal transitions as well, and Daryl Carpenter tells all about the Redfish stocking program that occurred during Ride the Bull last week, and what he recommends to beat the rain out on the water. Later on, we hear from Jacobian Guillory again on LSU's big opening weekend game against USC tomorrow and how bow fishing might just be easier than it seems, Mike Gallo gives us some details on fishing in deeper water, Eric Muhoberac breaks down the next big kayak tournament with the Redfish Rumble, a Bad Boys story of another Deer hunter being dumb, "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert talks about preparing for the upcoming Teal season, and LDWF Large Carnivore Program Manager, John Hanks, closes out the show helping us figure out how we can try and get a Black Bear hunting license!
This hour, Don hears from Jacobian Guillory on their bow fishing trip and what the Tigers are doing to prepare for their game against USC to open up the season, before diving back into field reports covering everything from how to fish in deeper waters, Redfish Rumble and what you can expect if you plan to compete, a Bad Boys tale that makes you wonder why some people just can't help themselves, if we could see Louisiana Gov. do something regarding commercial dove fields across Southern LA, and how you can get a chance to hunt Black Bears in Louisiana from the LDWF?
John Hanks, LDWF Large Carnivore Program Manager, joins Don to break down how you can sign up to be selected to be given a hunting license to hunt Louisiana Black Bears, some questions regarding those licenses, when the deadline is, and if you do get picked, and what is next before you can go out and hunt some Bears.
Our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures gets together with Don to break down river fishing, Teal season coming up before you know it as they build their blinds and prepare their dogs, a Gator report, how the LDWF is handling Dove fields for commercial use?
For everything kayak oriented we go to Eric Muhoberac from Louisiana Kayak Company to get the latest on everything happening over at Massey's, the winner winner chicken dinner from last weekends Ride the Bull, the next big ole competition with the Redfish Rumble and Eric previews what we might see from contestants participating, and what is Eric Muhoberac cooking up this weekend?
Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com gets together with Don to see about how this Labor Day weekend is treating him and his guests, how Mike rigs up and catches in deeper waters, and if any Teal has been spotted around his neck of the woods.
Labor Day weekend is here and with it comes a ton of rain that might keep a whole lot of us off the water this weekend, for those who find a moment to fish or are brave enough to do so, Don calls up the likes of his field reporters to get the latest on Speckled Trout catches, and if Teal wings are already out there, Red Snapper numbers are close to wrapping up their season, more on this possible Black Bellied Whistling Duck inclusion in the Teal season, and how you can beat the rain today when out on the water?
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down how the fishing has been around Grand Isle, if the Redfish stocking program in conjunction with Ride the Bull was a success, and what Daryl would recommend for beating this rain when out on the water.
We head out west to hear from Kirk Stansel over at Hackberry Rod And Gun, on the rain that is hitting this weekend, Trout are biting but getting quieter and Redfish are finally starting to get picked up, how you can still fill your cooler during a seasonal transition, and how incorporating Black Bellied Whistling Ducks affect Teal season?
With ugly weather ahead of us, Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina looks back on the week behind over in St. Bernard Parish, what is shaping up for this late Summer/early Fall fishing season, if any Teal wings have been spotted, and this is the last weekend for the CCA Star tourney!
On today's show, Don fields reports from his many guests and listeners as we cover everything from Speckled Trout and other fish making the transition to deeper, colder water as Summer starts giving way to fall, and how Gov. Landry and LDWF head honcho Madison Sheahan look to expand the hunting season for Black-Bellied Whistling Ducks. Later on, we break down the latest Tigers in the Wild episode with LSU defensive tackled Jacobian Guillory joining Don on a bow fishing excursion, Mike Gallo sounds off on how Arkansas fishing differs from Louisiana, we hear the latest about Ride the Bull and how you can paddle your way to the top, a Bad Boys story showing yet again, hunters can be just as stupid and malicious as criminals, and Ryan Lambert helps down understand the recent Duck numbers as we could see some big changes coming down the line in these next few seasons.
This hour, Don gets together with the likes of Jacobian Guillory to dive into the most recent Tigers in the Wild episode showing that Tigers somehow know how to bow fish, Mike Gallo drops by to recap how his trip to the top of the boot went in Arkansas, Chris Holmes doles out his tips on winning Ride the Bull going on this weekend, a Bad Boys story that brings out the worst in our Louisiana hunters... baiters, and we close out the hour with Ryan Lambert touching on the best rods for Specks and Reds and how the Duck numbers could mean big changes coming to migratory bird hunting seasons.
Don calls up Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to get together for an extended discussion on fishing rods for Specks and Reds, where you can find Triple Tail out on the water and what you should expect from fishing them, before hearing from Ryan about the possible expansion to the duck season involving Black-Bellied Whistling Ducks, when we could see that change implemented, and some tough news about Blue Wing Teal that might affect future seasons.
With a little wind and a little tide, Chris Holmes is dropping in Grand Isle as he participates in Ride the Bull over, what safety tips you should be aware of when out on the water, how you can paddle your way to the top, and what is key to getting a Redfish to the side of the boat.
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com joins Don to recap how his fishing trip up to Arkansas went as he got to be the one getting pampered for once, how Mike worked bait along the banks of Arkansas, and where on the water Mike recommends this weekend.
LSU DT Jacobian Guillory joins Don to recap how Fall camp has been going as they prepare for USC just a week away in Las Vegas, before diving into the latest Tigers in the Wild episode showing his bow fishing trip went with Don, some common misconceptions about bow fishing, and what are some of the goals that head coach Brian Kelly has set.
This hour, Don starts off this weekend with the latest from this year's Ride the Bull event and what makes this one so special, some breaking news for all you Duck hunters out there this past week, Robbie Campo drops in to discuss Speckled Trout showing us the first signs of Fall as they look to be starting their transition to deeper water. Don also goes over the latest on possible expansion of the hunting season for Black-Bellied Whistling Duck and Daryl Carpenter tells us everything we need to know about Ride the Bull and the hatchery in Mississippi that this year's tournament is helping!
Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service, joins Don to tell us exactly how Ride the Bull works as this year includes transporting Redfish to a hatchery over in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, how the actual tournament will go today for all the competitive kayakers out there, when should we expect the fish fall transition to start up around Grand Isle, and if Daryl has been out to visit "Hotel Sid" the new artificial reef created with the help of Raising Cane's founder and CEO, Todd Graves.
With a break in the weather, we head down to Shell Beach to visit with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to get the latest on what he has seen on the water, the Speckled Trout transition is starting up as Fall looms ahead, and good spots to search for Redfish, and how is the live shrimp inventory over at Campo's?
On today's show, Don gets the latest over in Shell Beach from Robbie Campo on how some people braved rough conditions on the Breton Sound to get their catch, some big news coming soon for Red Snapper, a few unusual tips about catch Soc Au Lait this time of year, and Daryl Carpenter drops in to discuss Hotel Sid rig spot getting a new artificial reef. Later on, Don hears reports from Sam Hopper on the biggest developments from the CCA Star tournament since we last spoke with him, Mike Gallo about how he is spending the dog days of summer, Eric Muhoberac on advice for first-timers hitting Ride the Bull, a Bad Boy tale of immense greed, and Ryan Lambert and Todd Seither get together with Don to recap how things are in both Buras and Mexico as Gator season is almost here and Dove season is looking might fine down South.
This hour, Don starts off hot with CCA Star Tourney director, Sam Hopper, on the fourth tagged Redfish caught, Mike Gallo reports on how he is rolling through these hot, hot August days, Eric Muhoberac dives deep into some great advice for any and all participating in Ride the Bull next year, a Bad Boy story that really showcases how one man's great day is another man's worst, and Ryan Lambert and Todd Seither hit us with 2 fantastic fishing reports for the price of one over in both Buras and Mexico!
We weren't certain if we'd connect with Capt. Ryan Lambert is out in Mexico so we called his backup with Capt. Todd Seither both from Cajun Fishing Adventures, so we get 2 reports for the price of 1 as Ryan is chasing doves, and Capt. Todd is on the hunt for Bull Reds along the beach out near Grand Isle, a quick report on where the Trout might be this weekend, and Gator season is just around the corner.
With Massey's going crazy with huge sales, Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company, to talk about everything going on at Massey's, how the Cajun Classic is doing today over at Big Lake, what should people know about Ride the Bull, especially first-timers, and some hot spots that Eric has his eyes set on.
Mike Gallo, Mr. Born-on-the-Bayou, from AAofLA.com, joins the Don to break down what's been going on around his neck of the woods as the dog days of summer roll on with tons of water movement on the horizon and a full moon coming up, how Trout are keeping busy this time of year, and Mike's upcoming trip up to Arkansas.
With just three weeks to go, just the fourth tagged Redfish has been caught as Sam Hopper, director of CCA Star tournament, drops by to give us the latest about how the kids division works, what prizes and rewards are out there for you, and yours, and how you can get signed up to win big.
This hour, Don calls up Robbie Campo to cover the Shell Beach area to talk about how the Breton Sound this past week was rough but produced if you could see it through, Red Snapper is back on a 7-day a-week schedule, a Soc Au Lait tip that doesn't make any sense, everything you need to know about Hunters for the Hungry's drop off days and locations, some updates and info on the upcoming LDWF Women Fishing Workshops, and Daryl Carpenter joins in to discuss what the importance of Hotel Sid's new artificial reef is and we are just a week out from Ride the Bull!
Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service joins Don to recap what Hotel Sid is, the purpose it serves, the story behind the name, when the best time to fish it will be, and Ride the Bull is just a week away so what's the latest on Caminada Bay.
Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina drops in to recap the last week of fishing out on the Breton Sound, what was causing the rough conditions that resulted in a tough week, if anyone was rewarded for such bravery, and the latest from the CCA Star tournament.
This week, Don dives into a bit of a Summer freezer update, as "Clean Out Your Freezer" Day is just around the corner, before hearing from his field reporters on the rough shape these new Speckled Trout regulations have put both the fishermen and fish in. Later on, we also dive into Ride the Bull coming up in a couple of weeks, fishing in deeper, colder water during these hot August days, a Bad Boys story about some real smart and yet still dumb Florida hunters, before rounding things out covering what an "eco-tour" is, how it is to be a charter guide captain, and what you can do to help the less fortunate by making some room in your freezer.
This hour, Don dives straight into reports from the likes of Mike Gallo from AAoLA.com on fishing in deeper water, Brendan Bayard, of the BCKFC, on what we might see in Ride the Bull in two weeks, a Bad Boys story that really makes you imagine what happens you combine hunters with a mad scientist, Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures sounds off on what it's like being a charter captain, and Julie Gruenwald, Ex-Director of Hunters For the Hungry, close out the hour giving us everything we need to know about "Clean Out Your Freezer" Day!
Julie Gruenwald, Ex-Director of Hunters For the Hungry, joins Don to preview Clean Out Your Freezer Day, where you can drive up and drop off some extra fish, frozen meat, goods, you name it, to help out those who need it, what kind of donations do they take, and how can you donate?
Ryan Lambert, our very special "Plastic Man", from Cajun Fishing Adventures joins us to dive into what has kept him so busy lately, how the charter business is mainly an entertainment and education business, is Teal will show up this upcoming season, and what an "eco-tour" means to Ryan.
This week's Bad Boys showcase some dummies trying their best to ruin a sub-species of Turkeys.
For everything paddling, Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC, joins Don to discuss a new event going on next Saturday from Hobie, catching crabs from a kayak, Ride the Bull is just two weeks away so what's the outlook and how can you sign up, and how Tarpon running has been around Florida.
Mike Gallo, from AAofLA.com, is not out on the water today but will stay busy, did the past week's winds cause any issues out on the water, or has it just been about this heat as the fish search for deeper, colder water, if Mike is seeing an enormous amount of Trout that are under the size limit and resulting in a serious issue when released after being caught, and if the bridges are a good spot when dealing with this August heat?
This hour, Don dives deep into reactions and feelings about the new Speckled Trout regulations, if your freezers are full, and how you can help out the less fortunate with all the extra meat you might have on you, before having field reports from the likes of Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to sound off on how people are taking to the new Speckled Trout regs in place, Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod And Gun, drops in as well to talk about swarming sharks and dolphins around boats when Specks are being tossed back, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service, tells us about a new reef being built out near Grand Isle from none other than Todd Graves, founder of Raising Cane's.
Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service joins Don to cover a new reef being built with the help of Raising Cane's Founder Todd Graves, how Grand Isle is taking to the Speckled Trout regulations as more and more reports tell a sad story of predators eating fish before they get to the boat and if they are outside the limits or sizes, they usually don't make it long or far when put back into the water.
Don is joined by Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun to discuss what bait is on fire this summer, dolphins are going crazy for catch-and-released fish as they are swarming around boats, if that Speckled Trout size limit change will matter, and when might Flounder be back on the menu?
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to recap the week at large and how the fishing was around Shell Beach, taking care of the fish you see out on the water for future trips and future spawn, and how we are feeling about the Speckled Trout new regs, in place.
On today's show, Don takes a crack at some of the best ways to cook Red Snapper throughout the show before having a rogue's gallery of field reporters like Robbie Campo and Daryl Carpenter on how things around Shell Beach have been and where are go-to spots this weekend around Grand Isle with rough water conditions. Later on, we also hear from Mike Gallo on beating the heat to get a huge catch, Chris Holmes guest starring in our Strokin' Report to discuss the best spots for Red Snapper as a kayaker, a Bad Boys story that involves a kidnapper plot against... a fish, and Ryan Lambert closes things out telling us about the incredibly varied bag he's got this weekend and how to catch one to the smartest fish in the ocean?
This hour, Don looks back at a question he was asked earlier about how if Whistling Ducks might be given or added to another existing hunting season before getting back to our field reports from Mike Gallo on White Trout and Chris Holmes on snatching Red Snapper before having a Red Snapper Napper as our Bad Boy of the Week before closing things out with Ryan Lambert, our residential "Plastic Man" to tell us about what adventures he's been on as his catch is as varied as a it gets.
Capt. Ryan Lambert is getting the boat ready over at Cajun Fishing Adventures chasing Tripletail, Snappers, and Cobias out along the shores, what bait he is using, what does he search for when out on the water, how to deal with a finicky fish such as the Mangrove Snapper, and what our "Plastic Man" does whenever he cooks up some Red Snapper.
Massey's has yet another Demo Day going on and Chris Holmes, pinch-hitting for Eric Muhoberac, joins Don to give us all the info we might need for that Demo Day, where you can grab a kayak and go snag some Red Snapper, Delacroix and Shell Beach could be the go-to spots for all you padders out there, and what is the easiest way to sign up for Ride the Bull coming up.
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss fishing this past week around the lakes and bays of Southeast LA, what the consensus is from his customers and their reactions and interest in fishing for White Trout, and how can you get your boat filled when the water temperature is hot.
This hour Don sounds off on Red Snapper as the latest Snapper numbers are in and we are getting closer and closer to our limit as well as some of the best Red Snapper recipes that Don and listeners dole out, Robbie Campo joins us to recap the last week of fishing around Shell Beach and what we might need to know before Shrimp season opens up for select areas next week before looking at if we may see a hunting season for Whistling Ducks and Daryl Carpenter joins us to tell all about fishing conditions around Grand Isle and how the fishing has been so good live bait isn't even needed.
Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service retells a tale about his instance of running into a whale shark, before looking back at this last week out on the water, as the fish have been so hungry you might not even need live bait to snag them, and where people are going be fishing around Grand Isle as the water along the bay really choppy today.
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina in Shell Beach to preview the Boat Blessing going on later today, fishing across the St. Bernard area this past week, keeping an eye on any storms on the horizon, some of the spots on fire this weekend, the latest on shrimp sizes as Shrimp season opens up on Monday in some parts of the state, and how you can better keep your bait alive and healthy so they can do their job and get you those fish.
This week, Don celebrates 35 years on the air with the Louisiana Great Outdoors and we are remembering the greatest moments from our time on the air hearing from listeners about when they first started listening in. We also get field reports from Robbie Campo and Daryl Carpenter telling us about Wingbone's Turkey calls and the Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo. Later on, in the 2nd hour, we hear more reports from Mike Gallo on the passing of the great Dutch Prager, Brendan Bayard what a "slamboree" is for all you kayakers out there, a Bad Girls story shines a light on predatory Speckled Trout fishing, and our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert describes what makes fishing rodeos different from actual rodeos and how Speckled Trout have never been more on fire!
In the 2nd hour, Don hears from the likes of Mike Gallo on the passing of Dutch Prager, Brendan Bayard sounds off on some hidden holes for filling up your catch, and what a "slamboree" is, a Bad Girls tale that showcases that criminals don't discriminate, Don asks what your favorite moment of the show's 35-year history, Ryan Lambert tells us all about how he is giving the actual rodeo a shot overfishing rodeos, and Don previews an upcoming interview he'll have about manatee sightings.
Our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures drops by to reminisce on the last 35 years of the Louisiana Great Outdoors show, a recent story of fishermen that fell victim to some serious tides, before diving into some of the fishing spots and secrets across LA that aren't around anymore, fishing rodeos versus other actual rodeos, and how Speckled Trout are at peak numbers.
This week's case brings back the famed "Bad Girl" moniker that is only worthy to a select few!
Don gets together with Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to discuss the next demo day hitting Massey's, what exactly is a "slamboree" being hosted by the Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club, and where Brendan is seeing the best catches this weekend.
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss the lasting impact that fellow angler Dutch Prager left in his passing and the mark he left across the region for fellow fishermen.
This week Don celebrates his 35th year on the air as well as another year of the oldest fishing rodeo in the country over in Grand Isle, Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina breaks down this past week of fishing and how the weather has affected the waters, and how a turkey scheme in Florida takes the cake for next week's Bad Boy. Later on, Don takes a look at some of the big rodeos going on this weekend and ahead of us in August, the Grand Isle Tarpon rodeo starts up later today with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers to give us the high and low on the rodeo and how fishing has been around the island!
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the last week or so of fishing head down around Grand Isle, how the water is looking with the Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo in full force this weekend, and where along the island has Daryl been filling his catch?
Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina about the fishing this past week has been spectacular even with the consistent rain that held steady, Campo tried out a Wingbone Turkey caller, a turkey hunting scheme in Florida, and White Trout fishing is becoming a thing with Trout limits in place now.
This week, Don hears from guests covering a variety of topics such as Trout biting like crazy down in St. Bernard Parish, if this summer's best fishing is already behind us with nothing but rain, rain, and more rain on the horizon, before hearing about how Sharks are starting to become a bit of a nuisance across the shores. Later on, we dive into chasing the birds to find the fish, searching for good kayak spots during sketchy weather, a Bad Boys tale that screams the word "wannabe", and we take a close look at what all you might need to do in order to become a charter captain!
This hour, Don dives into reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on dealing with these wild and scattered storms when out on the water, tarpon catching in a kayak with Eric Muhoberac, a Bad Boys tale that questions why some people do the things they do, and Ryan Lambert tells all about how easy and rewarding it is to become a charter captain.
Our residential "Plastic Man" drops by to discuss what it takes to become a charter captain, why those who wanna charter trips should get one, what the benefits are for getting your charter captain licsence, and what you should expect to do as a charter guide.
Rainy fishing in Louisiana in July, who would've thought Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com joins us to discuss dealing with the weather, what Mike is seeing out on the water, and his recent talk this past week covering how he scans the water for a good catch.
With rainy weather washing out another week of fishing, Don chronicles everything going on in and around the water with the likes of Robbie Campo joining to discuss how good Trout have been down around Shell Beach, Red Snapper numbers are going strong even with big changes to the changes in the seasonal schedule with a possible extension on the horizon, Kirk Stansel and Don debate about the view of Sheepshead in the eyes of the average fisherman, and Daryl Carpenter drops by to dissect dodging storms, and where the best action around the coast has been; Is it out West? East?
Our Grand Isle expert, Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service, talks about dodging storms, 2024 defying the norm across the water, Sharks becoming a problem around the shores and Isle, and where has the best action been around the coast.
Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun joins us from our West to discuss how the thunderstorms have brought about a damper to the waters, Trout numbers were going strong but fell off in the middle of the week, if our best days of fishing in July are behind us, if Sheepsheads are through and through the most underrated saltwater fish, and Teal season will be here before you know it.
Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina gives us the high and low regarding Trout catches over in the St. Bernard area, the recent storms and moving cells that will occupy our waters for the next week or so, how the river might be affected by such weather, and transitioning from brown shrimp to white shrimp.
This week Don gathers reports from the likes of Robbie Campo covering the Breton Sound and a week of fantastic fishing, a recap of this week's LDWF meeting that might spell trouble for the future of Louisiana turkey hunting, Daryl Carpenter tells all about nighttime fishing around Grand Isle and boats needing to get lights. Later on, we hear from the likes of Mike Gallo and Brendan Bayard, a Bad Boys story that recaps how a few guys were on an adventure with an alligator, and Ryan Lambert closes out the show detailing how you can break in a new boat without breaking it.
In the 2nd hour, Don starts off hearing from Mike Gallo about spotting rigs along the lakes around Louisiana, Brendan Bayard sounds off on the best time to be out on the water for a good catch in a kayak, a Bad Boys story that details how 3 men were simply just trying to help an alligator find a home, and our "Plastic Man", Ryan Lambert tells all about breaking in a new boat.
Our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures joins us to discuss how you should break in a new boat, Gafftop Catfish are taking over our waters, which direction you should head out on the water this weekend, and what you might find out there.
This week's Bad Boys tells the tale of 3 Texas men that just wanted to help a gator find a new home.
In our special kayak-focused segment, Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC drops in to discuss if you can get cited with a DWI while in a kayak, if we are in a bit of a "down year" for bigger fish along the coast, how things have been around Point-Aux-Chenes for, and what is the best time of the day for paddling for a catch?
Mike Gallo, of AAofLA.com, where you can find Mike in person for a fishing seminar this next week, how you can spot rig structures in Lake Borgne, and if Beryl brought some salty water and with it, bigger and more plentiful fish?
This week with the phones back to working again, Don calls up the likes of Robbie Campo to discuss how fishing has been out on the Breton Sound this past week, Red Snapper has re-opened again with new regulations in place, Blue Boot Rodeo is going on this weekend and they are giving out life jackets to any kids that go to the rodeo, what are the latest developments from the LDWF on how much Ducks Unlimited have earned from LA Duck hunters, for all you turkey hunters out could we see an end to Louisiana's turkey hunting season coming soon, and Daryl Carpenter asks that everybody get lights on their boats as soon as possible.
For everything in and around Grand Isle, we talk to Reel Screamers Guide Service owner/operator Daryl Carpenter, to talk about how Grand Isle is hitting right now and what is Daryl seeing out on the water with other boats not having lights on at night which could result in dangerous situations?
Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina has been busy with fishing going crazy in the Breton Sound this past week, if Hurricane Beryl left any big fish in its wake, and how the live bait inventory is looking over at Campo's?
In the 2nd hour, we dive into what Gov. Landry had to say about our latest Bad Boy and the Biden administration, Mike Gallo texts in his report to give us an update from his neck of the woods and the 3 S's of fishing Redfish, a recap of Louisiana shark attack history, our second feature in this weeks Bad Boys special double header, and an incredible story of how one Mom caught a fish that netted her a boat worth more than $60,000!
Don is joined by Tagged Redfish winner Allyson Schulz and CCA STAR Tourney Director Sam Hopper to discuss how the 2024 season of the STAR Tournament is going, and a recap of the incredible events that resulted in Allyson coming out on top with a story-of-a-lifetime!
With this Fourth of July Holiday Weekend ahead of us and our phone lines sadly still down this week's show is Don, Don, and more Don as he gathers reports from his field reporters, a preview of the fishing rodeo season ahead of us , a look at what DWI looks like out on the water for all, what is the best all-time bait for Speckled Trout in the summertime, a Bad Boys story that tells the tale of how people love to come from all over the world to break Louisiana fishing laws, and a listener poses the question if DWI laws on the water also apply to kayakers?
Another Bad Boys story involves a Black bear killer from last December who also went above and beyond to catch deer as well.
This week in part 1 of a special double-header edition of Bad Boys, we take a look at a case that showcases how illegal immigrants also like to take part in going seriously over the limit with Red Snapper, lack of licenses, and improper boat numbers.
This weekend we have another "dry weekend" out on the water as law enforcement is out and about to try and curb excessive alcohol consumption combined with boat operation. We also take a look at what a DWI charge on the water looks like in Louisiana compared to other states and what lifelong implications out of the water those offensives might carry?
In this week's episode as we head into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Don sounds off on everything on his calendar ahead of us with fishing rodeo season fully upon us, field reports from our many experts, and pro anglers throughout the Louisiana coast, lakes, and bays. We also have a special Bad Boys of the Week double-feature as sadly there are more Bad Boys stories out there than we could ever cover, before closing out the show with a story from a Mom that might make you pay a bit more attention to the clock in your life.
This week Don dives back into some more audio from his interview with new Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Secretary Madison Sheahan throughout today's program as well as live reports from a flurry of our field reporters covering everything from Grand Isle's Redfish to local legend and nationally recognized award winner Ryan Lambert, kayaking tips to avoid flipping and tipping from Brendan Bayard, a preview of next weekend's Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo with some of the hosts of the event, and a Bad Boys story that begs the question... Can you get in trouble for NOT knowing what a jubilee is?
In the 2nd hour we hear from Madison Sheahan about the lack of qualifications regarding her role in leading the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries, Mike Gallo sounds off on staying cool on the water and if Tripletail even still exist in Louisiana, Brendan Bayard gives us some insider information on how best to avoid tipping over on a kayaker for all the new paddlers out there, a Bad Boys tale that makes us question if common knowledge can sometimes lead to broken laws, Ryan Lambert joins us to detail his winning of the National Conservation Leadership Award this past week, and we close out the show with Lin Kiger and Darby Chiasson previewing the Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo next weekend!
Lafourche Chamber Lin Kiger & Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo Admiral Darby join Don to discuss how this rodeo has lasted all these years, a rundown of the schedule ahead of us next weekend following the Fourth of July, what the teams and setup are looking like for the rodeo, a bit about the 74th year of the event and its history, and how did Darby end up becoming Admiral?
Nationally recognized as a renowned conservationist and locally known as the "Plastic Man" Capt. Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures tells us about winning the prestigious award, how the fishing has been this past week with Redfish and Trout along the river, and where people usually find Tripletail as reports for them have been silent.
Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC joins to recap the Off-Shore Mania that went on last weekend with stiff weather conditions, what the winner walked away with and what all he caught to win it, some tips and advice for any newbies to kayaking who find themselves flipping more than they'd like, and where are the best areas to find success for saltwater paddling?
Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com is already up and at 'em on the water south of Lake Borne, what all is in his bag, if you aren't caught in a storm, you should make out fine, if Mike has come across any Tripletail recently, and, as always, how staying cool on the water is a serious priority.
With June coming to an end, Don sounds off on the latest heard from Madison Sheahan a few weeks back, Robbie Campo gives us an idea of how people are liking (or not) the new Redfish and Speckled Trout limits, if you heard about one of our field reporters that won a National Award for Conservation, how piers vary from state to state, and we visit with Daryl Carpenter to dive into crabbing across Grand Isle.
We pop on over to Grand Isle with Reel Screamers Guide Service owner and operator Daryl Carpenter to discuss the up-and-down nature of the fishing this past week as Lady Luck is the biggest hurdle but Daryl is still finding fun, how do slip corks do down in Grand Isle, how has the crabs been this past week, and what is the best bait for crabbing?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss how the fishing has been slowing down a bit recently, if people are hitting their limits on Redfish and Speckled Trout as they are trending in opposite directions, and what you need to be looking for in water temperature when out in the boat.
The "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures connects with Don to see if the he's found any duck potatoes from these high tides, as well as what are duck potatoes for those not in the know, and how people are getting ready for gator season coming up.
This week's Bad Boys tells the tale of a duo who sold recreationally caught Black Drum.
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company and the BCKFC to cover how the wind has kept most of the kayakers at bay this past week, Off-Shore Mania is getting started today, how the water will be on the inside marshes now that the water is settling after a week of serioues storms, and if Eric has had any experiences with Mole crabs (sand fleas)?
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com drops by to discuss how clean the water is over in his neck of the woods, if the live shrimp has been small as of late, Mike's expectations of his first day catching Redfish under the new regulations, how you can find your catch after a series of weather events.
In the 2nd hour, Don hears from Mike Gallo on finding clean water and using smaller than normal live bait, Eric Muhoberac sounds off on the wind keeping paddlers out of the water this past week, more from Madison Sheahan on transferring fish management, a Bad Boys story involving both the commerical and recreational side of Black Drum, and Ryan Lambert tells all about duck potatoes, what they are, and why we like them?
For our Grand Isle expert, Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the nasty and windy week this past week, if clean water can be found around the Isle, Speckled Trout has had a season to remember, if Redfish are finally moving around down there, live bait reports, and finally any rigs or wrecks that a smaller boat can find to see some fish this weekend?
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to cover the rough conditions this past week that people faced on the waters, what the bait situation is like over in St. Bernard, and if you wanna get a big catch, maybe Campo's Marina is the place to go as the STAR leaderboards are absolutely PACKED at Campo's.
It is official, Louisiana will have its first Black Bear season in decades, and Don's got all the info you need, Robbie Campo joins us later on to discuss the fishing this past week with high tides and lots of wind, maybe next week will be better, and the STAR leaderboards are PACKED over at Campo's Marina, and later on we hear from Madison Sheahan from an interview that Don did with her a few weeks back that covered everything from morale at the LDWF to Redfish restoration, and Don takes a look at everything you would need to be able to hunt Bears legally in Louisiana before closing out the first hour with Daryl Carpenter along Grand Isle as he searches for clean water following a windy and nasty week of weather.
LSU Defensive Tackle, Preston Hickey, joins Don to recap the latest Tigers in the Wild episodes that closes out season one, where he and his Dad went out hunting Quail, the Hickey family's Father's Day plans, how the workouts have been for LSU this summer, and a recent fishing trip in Venice that Preston, his Dad and his brother went on recently before the new Redfish regulation changes coming up!
None other than our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures joins to discuss how bleak the migratory bird numbers are up in North Dakota from last year, if this upcoming Waterfowl season will be as good as last year, what Ryan is doing for Father's Day, and his plans for cooking a shrimp bisque.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to discuss finding hot spots out in and around Grand Isle, spending the day over at Elmers Island, and another big upcoming BCKFC event in Navarre Beach.
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com who is already out on Lake Pontchartrain looking to discuss what he is catching already, what makes Chefs Pass a good area for White Trout, the bait that is doing well at the moment, and his thoughts on the Redfish regulations coming down the line next week.
In the 2nd hour, Don opens up by hearing about some fishing stories of ole involving fishermen and their Dads before hearing from Mike Gallo already up and at 'em on Lake Pontchartrain discussing how next week might look like with the new Redfish regulations, Brendan Bayard discusses some hot spots for paddlers across the coast, a Bad Boys Story showcasing another instance of competition fraud, Ryan Lambert discusses some new revelations in our upcoming Duck season, and we hear from our latest Tigers in the Wild star, LSU Defensive Tackle, Preston Hickey, on a trip he and his Dad took with Don!
Our Grand Isle Whisperer Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service joins to discuss catching Trout, and proper fishing etiquette when fishing under birds.
Don heads out west to Hackberry Rod And Gun with Kirk Stansel to cover catching Trout this past week as the winds died down a bit, Marker 54 is making waves again, where you can get it around the Hackberry area, and how others are getting ready for the new Redfish changes this upcoming Thursday?
Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina joins Don to discuss this past week of fishing, how the Spring has been as hit-or-miss as can be, getting used to using a sliding cork as the fish sit at the bottom in cooler water, and what can people do to keep their bait live and fresh on these hot Summer days?
This Father's Day weekend, Don sounds off what is going on in the Great Outdoors as we've already got a big winner in the CCA STAR Tourney, Robbie Campo joins to cover what you can do to keep your live bait fresh in these hot, hot days we've got ahead of us. Don also tells us about today's history as Nature Photography Day before Kirk Stansel drops in to discuss the serious heavyweight shrimp bait Marker 54, and Daryl Carpenter calls in to discuss the right way to fish underneath birds for you and others!
Robby Matherne, Festival Director for the Cajun Heritage Festival, joins Don to talk about the carving competition, rewards, and prizes, as well as the Duck calling contest, Sunday's Duck Decoy auction, and how you can get you some fantastic Cajun food!
Our plastic expert, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures, to discuss seeing Dragonflies when out on the water, if scented baits work, and we revisit the rumor that we could be looking at an increase in the Pintail limit for next season.
This week's Bad Boy story showcases that sometimes even establishments can be Bad Boys!
Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company, joins to discuss Massey's and everything happening over there, we recap Dawn 'Til Dusk as last week, Brendan Bayard's winning prediction wasn't that far off, as well as some other surprising numbers that came out of that weekend, and some of the good spots and hidden holes for all you paddlers and kayakers out there, and how you can get your Dad a nice little kayak fishing trip for Father's Day!
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com drops by to discuss his plans for today as the weather and the water are looking incredible, how people are feeling about the new Redfish regulations coming out in a few weeks, and what changes in Mike's routine regarding the weather and heat on the docket for the day.
In the 2nd half, Don dives into why Dragonflies are sometimes called "snake doctors" before hearing reports from the likes of Mike Gallo to cover these Redfish regulations and how they are being recieved, Eric Muhoberac recaps the winning numbers from Dusk 'Til Dawn, and we've got a Bad Boys story that brings an eating establishment to the show for the first time, Ryan Lambert ponders on if what is stopping us from moving to higher Pintail limit, and Robby Matherne, Festival Director of Cajun Heritage Festival to talk about all the events that they've got lined up this weekend!
For everything Grand Isle, we turn to Mr. Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service, to discuss a Trout trip that almost sounds fake, conditions are set for a fantastic weekend of catching a full bag, how the reactions are coming in for the Redfish regulations that are being put in place later this month, and if he and his guests were using plastic or live bait?
Don is joined by Mitch Jurisich, Plaquemines Parish Council Member and owner of Delta Marina, to discuss what all he has been up to since we last spoke to him, what all is going on over at Delta Marina, Bullfrog Bash coming up later this month so what should we expect, how the Ponderosa is doing and what all is being caught over in Empire.
The day looks set as conditions look fantastic for getting out on the water and none other than Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina joins us to discuss this past week's fishing endeavors out in St. Bernard Parish, the wind throwing a wrench into your Saturday fishing plans, looking for bigger fish at the bottom of the water, and Robbie gives us a quick recap on how the new Redfish regulations are being received as they are just 2 weeks away!
Don sounds off on this first weekend of June and we've got the hot, hot news and reports from the likes of Robbie Campo to preview the upcoming Redfish regulations to be enacted before the end of the month, some facts about Dragonflies as today is National Dragonfly Day, before Mitch Jurisich joins in to preview the Bullfrog Bash, cover National Dragonfly Day, and what all is being caught down in Empire, and we close out this first hour with Daryl Carpenter to discuss fishing conditions this weekend and how people in Grand Isle are taking the news Redfish regulations coming down the pipeline.
Our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures over in Buras joins us to discuss his trip to Argentina where he hunted Ducks and Pigeons, news of a possible increase to Pintail limits, and looking back at Pintail seasons of old.
Don calls up Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to cover the Dusk 'Til Dawn kayak tournament that is going on right now, where Brendan is trying to find his winning bag, as well as which area as a whole might produce the really large catches need to come out on top today?
Mr. Born-on-the-Bayou, Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, joins Don to tackle their joint trip they took on Memorial Day, what you should look for when finding fish in the bad weather and conditions, marsh fishing on the interior and how the underwater grass is shaping up for this Summer ahead of us, and how the shrimp stock is looking at local marinas?
In the 2nd half, Don previews the Cajun Heritage Festival coming up next weekend, Mike Gallo joins to cover fishing in rough conditions, Brendan Bayard calls in from the Dusk 'Til Dawn tournament to cover what the day might have in store for all you paddlers out there, a Bad Boys story that really makes you thankful for the food safety measures we take, before closing out with Ryan Lambert to discuss his time in Argentina and if we could see an increase in the Pintail limit?
Don is joined by owner/operator of Reel Screamers Guide Service, Daryl Carpenter, our Grand Isle genius, to discuss how the winds are on the Isle this weekend are keeping fishermen at the picnic tables, a resurgence in finding Flounder while struggling to find Trout, and "cracking the code" of getting a good catch.
Cap't Kirk Stansel, of Hackberry Rod And Gun, drops by to discuss some of this week's storms as the weather seems to be making up for not raining enough last year making it difficult to chase Trout, how muddy water has been as of late, and how are Redfish and Flounder doing over in Hackberry?
Robbie Campo, from Campo's Marina who extensively covers the Shell Beach area, joins Don to discuss how the fishing was this week, how things were around St. Bernard this past week, and what is going on over at Campo's Marina as the STAR rodeo started up last weekend and already there have been some BIG catches!
With June finally here, Don and his field reporters dive into everything from a possible Black Bear season coming up, how the forecast looks like for this weekend, Robbie Campo joins us to discuss the first week of the 2024 STAR Rodeo as Campo's Marina is a weigh station, if a Black Bear season would be something you'd be interested in and some upcoming free fishing dates for anybody out there without a license. Later on, Cap't Kirk Stansel drops by to talk about how the freshwater fishing has been facing some rough times before Don closes out the first hour with Daryl Carpenter to cover how Grand Isle has been in the face of the recent storms and weather.
The 30th Anniversary of the LA CCA STAR Tournament has already begun, some massive changes coming to the rodeo, including what the 1st overall Speckled Trout winner will come away with as well as a few other categories that are filled with incredible rewards, if charter captains are still excluded from participating in the Star Tourney, some of the other divisions like fly fishing and youth to get you and yours into fishing and grab some of those rewards!
This week's Bad Boy of the Week involved a fisherman who stumbled across a Bass who must've eaten some lead weights or something!
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company, to cover everything going on over at Massey's, Dawn 'Til dusk coming up and Eric is thinking about jumping in, Bay St. Louis has been hot for kayakers this past week, Causeway is producing as well for all you deepwater paddlers out there, and with the CCA Star tourney on our mind, we cover the Star Rodeo kayak divisions and their rewards as well, and Eric tells Don about his side gig as a Mirliton farmer.
Mike Gallo, of AAofLA.com, is over at Lake Pontchartrain to discuss his plans ahead of this Memorial Day weekend, how clear the water is this time of year in the Biloxi Marsh, as well as a few other fishing holes that Mike recommends, and where the boats are congregating at around the Lake?
In the 2nd half, Don discusses the Red Snapper season opening across the South this past week, the LA CCA STAR Tourney opening up this weekend, and what changes we might expect this year. Mike Gallo sounds off on his Memorial Day plans along Lake Pontchartrain and how the Biloxi Marsh is looking this time of year, Eric Muhoberac tells us about how kayakers need to start looking towards Mississippi for some great fishing holes, a Bad Boys story about fishing fraudster, and Sam Hopper, the head honcho himself, Director of the Louisiana CCA STAR rodeo as they enter their 30th year with $750k in prizes!
For everything Grand Isle, we hear from the maestro himself Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss what tips he might have for first-time recreational shrimpers, the East side has not been doing so well, the fishing this past week was extremely hit-or-miss, Daryl following the birds, and where are all the Redfish at?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss a big Memorial Day weekend with clear weather and hopefully packed waters, STAR rodeo opening up this weekend, live bait inventory, a great fishing for a cause going on this weekend over at Campo's Marina, and how the dam has been this past week?
As May comes to a close, Don sounds off on a flurry of openings this weekend including the 2024 CCA STAR Rodeo, Robbie Campo's plans ahead of this Memorial Day weekend, and the STAR rodeo opening up. Later on, Don talks a bit about his time at Disney World, a bit of history on recreational shrimping, remembering those who fought for our freedom this Memorial Day weekend, who are the Salty Chicks, before closing out the first hour with Daryl Carpenter to talk about the hit-or-miss nature of fishing around the Isle this past week and some tips for any first time recreational shrimpers out there!
Our plastic expert, the "Plastic Man" himself, Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures joins us to discuss, using Tidal changes to your advantage, identifying Tide lines and how you can fish in them, and Ryan's almost out the door for his next big trip taking him down to Argentina!
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard of the BCKFC to see what everybody is paddling about this weekend, Dawn to Dusk is coming up soon across the state and we've got the details you need, and how a kayaker can read a Tide compared to a normal boat user?
Mr. Born-on-the-Bayou, Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, joins us to talk about the fishing trip that Mike and Don took this past week, how Mike reads the tides for his fishing adventures, what you should see and what you would LIKE to see I Tides, and Mike tells the tale of what too much Tide can result in!
In the 2nd hour, Don visits with Mike Gallo to get a lesson on Tides, Brendan Bayard to preview Dawn to Dusk, and the differences in Tides for kayakers, yet another serious offender Bad Boy story, an advanced lesson Tide lines with our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert and we give you the info on how you can tune in to the next LDWF LA Creel program that is going on next week!
Our Grand Isle whisperer, Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service drops by to discuss his fishing plans for the day, how he gauges tides and what he uses to read them, and if the change in the weather might change his fishing plans.
LDWF Director of Marine Fisheries, Chris Scheible, joins Don to discuss LA Creel, the LDWF accounting method for a recreational survey for Louisiana's native fish species, what it provides to you, how the data is acquired that is used in the dock surveys and the collections methods, and how the data acquired can be used to set the dates and counts for seasons, and how all of this looks in action.
Lightening popping, thunder rumbling, and rain pouring, all around Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina down in Shell Beach as he tells us about what he saw on the water this past week with Redfish and dirty water, what time people might expect to get out on the water today, and what station Robbie uses to check for Tides?
With rough weather all around us, Don fields reports from his reporters and guests to discuss what time you should expect to get out on the water today, fishing in and around dirty water with Robbie Campo, before getting deep into LA Creel, a recreational saltwater landings data collection program by the LDWF with LDWF Director of Marine Fisheries, Chris Scheible. Don also recaps his time at the EcoWild Expo in Mobile, Alabama last weekend, and we close out the first hour with the Grand Isle Whisperer, Daryl Carpenter, to cover how he gauges tides and what he uses to read them!
LSU Volleyball star Jade Demps was featured in the latest episode of Tigers in the Wild on Bayou Wild TV, on their crayfish excursion, if Jade got pinched at all, the goals set this upcoming season for LSU Volleyball, her time spent in Baton Rouge and the culture here, and if Don has a future on the volleyball court?
The "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures joins to discuss their favorite and most memorable fishing sandwichs, everybody is hitting their limits and quickly too but that could be an issue come June, July, and August.
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac of the Louisiana Kayak Company to see what is going on over at Massey's, his favorite sandwich while out on the water, and some nice fishing spots tucked away from the high winds we are seeing this weekend.
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com joins us to discuss the oddest fishing sandwich he's ever seen, windy weather fishing along the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain, trolling fishing reports, and interior fishing this past week as the water levels climbed back to normal which brought back a flurry of fish, and Mike's Mother's Day plans for his Mom!
Just a few hours until the Eco Expo opens in Mobile later today and Don tells the story of his Mother's Day fishing trip with his Mom and Theophile before diving back into reports along the windy Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain, a couple of good paddling spots away from the windy weather, a Bad Boy story that goes to show the lengths people will go to curb the law, our "Plastic Man" talks about how the catch won't slow down which could spell trouble this summer, and finally, LSU Volleyball star, Jade Demps, steps off the court and into the wild for a crawfish hunting trip that left her wondering if maybe crayfishing was her true calling?
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss his go-to fishing sandwich, will the forecast clear the air for some fishing today, the waters been just dirty as could be the last week and how you fish around it, and how the new Trout limit is affecting fishermen?
For our freshwater report, Blaine Salter of Salter's Jiggin' Pole, bragging rights on a Lake Verret fishing tournament, a beautiful little secret lake in Texas, and beating the heat today is a top priority for this weekend.
We head down to Shell Beach to talk to Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina about the wind picking up this weekend, diving into the ongoing CCA Star tournament, what Sea Tow can do to make sure you and yours make it home safe, and the status of the 5-10 Bridge for this weekend.
Don is heading on over to the EcoWild Outdoor Expo in Mobile, AL later today, are you going? We also hear from our field reporters covering the windy weather ahead of us this Mother's Day weekend, a secret lake reservoir in Texas, what makes a good fishing sandwich, and if the weather and water will clear up around Grand Isle just in time for some afternoon fishing later today?
Our main plastic professor, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures, joins Don to discuss fishing the Shad spawns in Virginia and the Louisiana coast, Red Fish catches might just be at an all time high as now most of them are slot sizes, bird migration going on right now, and hearing the beautiful Catbirds!
This week's Bad Boy of the Outdoors tells the tale of a biology professor who has a liking for exotic animals.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to cover everything that went down over at the 20th annual Paddle Palooza, who was the lucky kayaker that came out on top last weekend, where Brendan would recommend you can find a nice, relaxing day out on the water where you can find some great catches, and how you can get a big winning Flounder like the ones Brendan caught last weekend!
Mr. Born-on-the-Bayou Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com joins us to talk about the 10-minute rule while looking for a good spot, what type of Catfish Mike has seen in Lake Pontchartrain, and how do you fish around those platforms in Lake Borgne?
In the 2nd hour, Don sounds off on the best way to fish along the causeway before being joined by Mike Gallo to talk about fishing around the Lakes and his 10-minute rule, a recap of Paddle Palooza and the unlikely winner that took it home with Brendan Bayard, a Bad Boys story that involves a biology professor, and our plastic philosopher, Ryan Lambert joins us to discuss fishing Shad spawns, Red Fish fishing setting record numbers and bird listening, and Don closes out telling you how can make a tide adjustment chart and where you can find Don next week in Alabama?
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about chasing Speckled Trout today, the Isle has been producing quality catches everywhere this past week, if there is any rain or storms on the radar for this weekend, and we've got a Plastic Man on Grand Ilse as well.
Capt. Kirk of Hackberry Rod And Gun joins Don to discuss what kind of week they had following heavy and consistent rain, Trout might not be on the menu much due to the weather and conditions if the Flounder closure helps the population, and some good kayak spots out around Hackberry, and what do we need to help clear out some of this freshwater?
Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina down in Shell Beach drops in to give us the lowdown on the 5-10 bridge closure and alternate routes, the fishing has been fantastic if you can make it past all the bands and people in town for Jazz Fest, and gnat season is still hanging around so prepare accordingly.
As we welcome May, the Louisiana Spring Squirrel hunting season opens up and the Gulf Amberjack season is upon us before we start diving into our field reports with Robbie Campo down in the St. Bernard area on good fishing and alternate routes around the close bridge to get on over to Shell Beach, what information you need if you are heading out to grab some Squirrels later today, Capt. Kirk joins to talk about how things have been out West as rain and freshwater have been a bit too plentiful, and we close out this hour with our Grand Isle correspondent Daryl Carpenter doing his best "Plastic Man" impersonation.
Don Dubuc talks to Eric Muhoberac about what it's going to take to win this year's Paddlepalooza.
Don Dubuc talks with Alec Griffin, Manager of Covey Rise Lodge, about what all goes on at the Covey Rise Lodge.
In the 2nd hour, Don is joined by Mike Gallo to discuss his Mission 22 Trip and what bait he would use as a substitute when shrimp isn't available, Brendan Bayard gives us the lowdown on Paddle Palooza happening later this month, a Bad Boys story this past week as the beginning of Turkey season brings out a modern-day Turkey criminal Renaissance man who does it all, our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert, talks about the wonder of Limpkins, and we close out this week's show with ex-Director of the MS CCA, Mickey Lagasse, to discuss an initiative in Miss. to get the youth into the fishing!
Ex Director of MS CCA Mickey Lagasse joins us to discuss the Junior Jubilee Kid Fishing Rodeo, the goal of the initiative, what prizes are in store for all your young anglers out there, what fish are eligible for the rodeo, and when the rodeo will end?
Our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures tells us about why our Bad Boys do the things that they do, what's a limpkin and why should we be thankful for them, the fishing has (as always down in Buras) been on fire with Red Fish, and catching a Sac-au-lait with his grandson, and some restoration trips coming up.
Don calls up none other than Brendan Bayard of the BCKFC to discuss Paddle Palooza and all the information you may need to enter and come out on top in the competitions, Flounder tips and spots as they could be the ones to push you over the edge before closing out with predictions on some of the winning sizes he expects.
Mike Gallo of AAofLa.com stops by to talk about his Mission 22 trip, what Mission 22 does, what they used to get their catch on the trip, Mike's plans for today and his lack of plans for tomorrow, and plastic might be the go-to bait today as nobody appears to have any shrimp for bait so what baits should you look for?
The Grand Isle expert, Daryl Carpenter, from Reel Screamers Guide Service, drops in to tell all about how Speckled Trout and Snapper are showing up around the Isle with even some Lemon Fish popping up, and what the forecast has in store for Grand Isle tomorrow?
Don is joined by Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod and Gun to cover things out West, as the water is starting to come back to the Hackberry area which means Trout are back on the menu, what Kirk uses when the Trout are under birds, where the Red Fish have been coming from as they've stuck mainly to the shoreline, and how much has the change in limits affected fishermen coming from Texas?
Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina drops in to discuss his time away on a Turkey trip, how the weather might change your fishing plans this past weekend, and some need-to-know information for all you Shell Beach fishermen out there!
Don dives into what is going on as we barrel towards Summer, Robbie Campo tells all about his recent Turkey hunting trip and what bridges are closed this weekend around the Shell Beach area, live bait might not be on the menu today, and Red Snapper season is underway with the first week behind us before Kirk Stansel joins to discuss Trout and water making their way back to Hackberry, and Daryl Carpenter jumps right on it as Speckled Trout are shining bright this weekend!
Sammy Romano of Chag's Sporting Goods joins us to talk about their tent sale coming up and everything that is discounted and in inventory, when and where you can find them!
Our plastic expert, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures joins us to discuss if the winds have affected the waters they fish this past week, a source tells us that Ryan might have to use Shrimp today, if Snapper is on the books for this coming week, and if Don and Ryan could've been bird watchers in another life.
This week's Bad Boy of the Week involves a certain individual in Mississippi you wouldn't expect.
For everything paddling, Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company, to talk about an upcoming event for all your kayakers over at Massey's, Paddle Palooza is coming up as well, fishing Pompano, and how exactly does one find sand fleas?
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss this damage from tornadoes from this past weeks storms, if fish are in danger during a tornado, some Redfish are on the menu in the Biloxi Marsh this weekend for Mike and his guests, and is there any crabbing info coming out of Lake Pontchartrain?
In the 2nd half, Don dives into some of this fantastic weather ahead of us, finding the sweet spots along the beach for Speckled Trout and others, Mike Gallo drops by to recap recent storm damage around Slidell, and if any crabbing info is coming out of Lake Pontchartrain. We also hear from Eric Muhoberac on Paddle Palooza, as well as an event over at Massey's this upcoming week, a Bad Boys story that has even conspiracy theorists confused, our "Plastic Man" is entertaining the idea of becoming a bird watching live bait user, and Sammy Romano of Chag's Sporting Goods joins us to discuss their big tent sale coming up next weekend and everything in store!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service who would much rather leave this past week in the dust as the fishing was as terrible as the weather, and if Monday might be a bit packed with Red Snapper season opening up?
Mitch Jurisich, owner of Delta Marina and Plaquemines Parish councilmember, stops by to cover how his Turkey season has been, what people can do to chase some Snapper this coming week as Mitch believes this will be a "fantastic" season, and the change in looking for small fish over big fish.
Don is joined by Blaine Salter from Salter's Jiggin' Pole to talk about his time at Marsh & Bayou last weekend, where you can find Blaine's dock shooting video tutorial that he showed off recently, and what are some of the hottest spots as the weather takes a turn for the better?
Glenn Sanchez, owner of the Breton Sound Marina, discusses the perfect weather for being out on the water today, what is the most underutilized fish, and if today will be the day for people to hit the Breton Sound area with the weather conditions looking perfect.
This week, Red Snapper and AJ's seasons are opening up soon, some of the high points of this past week of fishing with Glenn Sanchez, Blaine Salter gives us a peek behind the curtain of his dock shooting method using his poles, what you need to know before Red Snapper season starts up next week, and Amberjack follows right behind Snapper lasting only a month, Mitch Jurisich drops by to tell about his sad Turkey season, what he has seen around the Empire area for some Snapper fishing coming soon, before we wrap up with Daryl Carpenter telling all about Red Snapper excitement coming up around Grand Isle!
LSU Pitcher and Outdoorsman Kade Woods who was recently featured on this week's joins Don to discuss what led to him pitching for LSU, his trip with the Stansels over at Hackberry Rod And Gun, and teaching Alex Milazzo how to knock down ducks!
Our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures is back from his Bahamas Trip as he recounts what he did during his tropical stay, Bonefish fishing in the Caribbean, and why aren't there any Bonefish around Louisiana.
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, the "Forensic Fisherman", to discuss the challenge with such windy weather this past week, finding clean water can be a struggle for both you and the fish, if Flounder are on the return, and how you can bid on a trip with Mike Gallo.
Keith Lusher, writer for NorthshoreFishingReport.com and avid outdoorsman, joins us to discuss what he has been up to, the stories that he hears and tells every day, where the outdoors writing is, and where you can find his work online!
In the 2nd hour, Don is joined by Keith Lusher, writer for NorthshoreFishingReport.com, to talk about his experience writing the great outdoors, the stories and reports he sees and hears, Mike Gallo Mr. Born-On-The-Bayou, joins to discuss beating this windy weather and finding clean water, sadly, we don't have a Bad Boys story this week but with Turkey season opening, we will have something for you next week. We also take a look at what is going on over at Marsh & Bayou's Spring Fling up in Mandeville, and what the history of the store and magazine is, before hitting up our "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to discuss his Bonefish escapade in the Bahamas, and finally, LSU pitcher and Tigers in the Wild featured guest, Kade Woods joins us to discuss his experience pitching for the Tigers and teaching Alex Milazzo how to knock down ducks!
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to get the high and low on a dredging project that has been on people's minds, the low water hitting Shell Beach is just as true around Grand Isle as well, and how Daryl's been getting his catch with such terrible, muddy water.
Former police officer now turned fishing guide, Capt. Richard McCloskey tells us a bit about switching gears with his career path, his charter service Blueline, tips for catching and cleaning Sheepshead, and the long hours of being a fishing guide.
None other than Chris Basey joins us to discuss his upcoming tournament, the Bass Assassins, how you could join, the spots he likes the most for tournament fishing, and the hot bait on his mind this Spring?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marnia to talk about how the wind could cause some hurdles today for fishermen, and this past week was just downright rough for nasty as the water has been extremely low and muddy, and where you can find clean water around Shell Beach.
Ben Tiblier of Marsh & Bayou in Mandeville drops in to give us an idea of how you can start on your hunting and fishing for the weekend, and what all is on sale and in store for their Spring Fling!
This week, Don covers the Opening Day of Louisiana Turkey season, the Spring Fling event going over at Marsh & Bayou as Ben Tiblier joins throughout the show, a Shell Beach checkup with Robbie Campo as the fishing conditions were rough by a mile, Chris Basey sounds off on his upcoming competition, the Bass Assassins, and other events that are coming up. Don also gives out props and praise to the winners of the Youth Hunters of the Year, one of whom is none other than his nephew and hunting extraordinaire, Drew Dubuc, Capt. Richard McCloskey, a former police officer turned fishing guide discusses his charter service, Blue Line Charter Service, and Daryl Carpenter closes out the hour covering how the fishing has been this past week around Grand Isle!
Our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures drops by to cover Easter weekend as one of his favorite times of the year, a fall is in the forecast for the river and it might stay low for a while, where the Sheepshead are showing up around his area, the best bait/lures for Sheepshead, and some pressing environmental concerns around Buras.
This week's Bad Boys of the Week showcases the hunt for some boat thieves while frogging.
For all things paddling, Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company to talk about Massey's helping out last week during Boats on the Bayou, how the turnout was for the tournament in rough, windy conditions, and a recap of the Big Bass Rodeo in City Park.
Mike Gallo, Mr. Born-On-The-Bayou, from AAofLA.com to talk about what all he's been up to and where he's been fishing, Flounder are starting to get back on the menu, freshwater Catfish with some Redfish mixed in as well, Speckled Trout are plentiful around his neck of the woods, live shrimp availability early in the season, and, as always, what baits and lures Mike is using this time of year as Summer is starting to show up.
In the 2nd hour, Don continues to look back on the April Fools joke he pulled off some 30-odd years ago, Mike Gallo joins us to discuss EVERYTHING about where he's been getting his catches, Eric Muhoberac recaps the Boats on the Bayou and Big Bass Rodeo in City Park, a Bad Boy case that shows the stupidity in our youth, our very own "Plastic Man" details what is going on with the river for these next few months, and we wrap up with Don's final decision regarding his musical aspirations!
For everything Grand Isle, we call up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the windy weather hiccups that fishermen faced, struggling to find clean water right now, but things are only gonna get better in the coming weeks!
None other than Blaine Salter of Salter's Jiggin' Pole joins us to discuss some good reports from False River if you are using depth finders and live scopes, what baits would be good over in this weather around False River, and Old River might be on fire next weekend for your catch.
This Easter weekend, throughout the program, Don revisits an April Fools joke from 30 years ago where he took his shot in the music business, before diving into some news regarding the 2023 Youth Hunter of the Year hunting proteges being related to Don, Blaine Salter paints us a picture of False River being back on the rise, Red Snapper season has been announced in Alabama, a look back on this past years Turkey season, and our Grand Isle guide in Daryl Carpenter drops by to tell us about the largest issue fishermen on Grand Isle are facing.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss the massive amount of Ducks showing up just to bother the Plastic Man, hitting the limits every single day, everything is a little bit ahead of schedule, Red Snapper season is opening up in just a few weeks, could that be on the menu for the Cajun Fishing Adventure crew?
This week's Bad Boy of the Week case involves a group of individuals hell-bent on war against a few Beady-Eyed Birds.
Don calls up Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to talk about his recent win at the Trout challenge last weekend while the weather wanted to have a different story to tell, what strategy Brendan used to come out of the event on top, Paddle Palooza is just around the corner, and later today, Boats on the Bayou opens up!
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com drops by to cover his plans for the day following these strong winds, a good and varied catch was on the menu this past week, sometimes the fish like to be in places that you wouldn't expect, and what sort of mix you can expect along the bayous this time of year.
In the 2nd half, Don dives into some fishing reports from the likes of Mike Gallo to see how to beat this windy weather and sift through such a varied catch, Trout challenge winner, Brendan Bayard drops by to discuss his strategy to come out on top, what other kayaking/paddling events are up next, a Bad Boy case that involves 7 individuals going overboard on some Turkey hunting, and finally, our residential "Plastic Man" cover what all is showing up in his neck of the woods and what is on the docket in the coming weeks?
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide service to talk about what a fisherman does after a windy front passes through, what exactly classifies as a "Knotheads", if Daryl prefers oil frying or air fryer, and if he uses oil, what type?
Don calls up Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod & Gun to discuss the brutal wind pushing in along the coast, Reds have been caught in droves this past week, Flounder has been hit and miss across the board, why could Speckled Trout be so hard to find right now, and what other weird finds has Kirk seen recently?
Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina joins us to discuss his recent Turkey hunting trip in Florida, the bites are picking which will hopefully lead to a good Spring season, windy weather could curb your fishing plans for today, and how does Robbie fry his fish?
Don and his many guests cover all things fishin' and hunting such as how Robbie Campo's Florida Turkey trip went, how do you prefer your fish fried, and what is happening today across Southeast Louisiana, Kirk Stansel gives us a rundown of all of the fish he and his fellow fishermen have come across as of late, and Daryl Carpenter sounds off on what exactly is a "Knothead"?
The "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures as he's been catching "Thumpers", is all the discussision going on about Redfish all for nothing, how hard it is to bring fishing prices back down, and if we are getting early signs of a good Spring and Summer?
Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company calls in to cover everything happening over at Massey's, Big Bass Rodeo is coming up, the Trout challenge is going on today with some stiff winds coming through, where all people are grabbing Redfish and Catfish out and what you should be doing with your bait when trawling as a kayaker?
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to talk about the Ides of March and what that means for fishermen, if the Rigolets area will soon be filled with submerged grass, figuring out lure presentation for fishing on Lake Pontchartrain, and what bait colors have been working best for him?
In the 2nd hour, Don calls up Mike Gallo to find out if there is any submerged grass in the Rigolets area and if the Ides of March still holds an important meaning for fishermen, where all the paddlers are grabbing their catches of Redfish and Catfish, a Bad Boy story involving an impatient and over-excited Turkey hunter, and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert tells all regarding "Thumpers" and what makes a Trout count as one?
For everything Grand Isle, we go to Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss how the weather has been up and down, good and bad, catch and release after hitting your catch limit, and how much will the slot and size limit change for Speckled Trout could effect us this Summer?
Blaine Salter of Salter's Jiggin' Pole joins us to talk about prime freshwater fishing as now is the perfect time to get your catch, the spots that are on fire this time of year, the Grand River flats can be a little rough and dangerous if you aren't prepared but produce some serious catches, and what baits are best for when the water is clear and clean?
Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina calls in discuss the rescheduling of the Bayou cleanup due to some incoming weather, Robbie is out Turkey hunting over in Florida, what the differences are between an Osceola wild Turkey or an Eastern Turkey, and how the fishing is coming as the water is warming up.
This week, Don covers everything from Mississippi Turkey hunters opening up their early Turkey season, Robbie Campo gives us a peek behind the curtain of the Florida Turkey hunting scene, how to use the right colored bait when the water clarity is much cleaning than normal, when will we start eyeing that Beady-Eyed Bird, and finally Daryl Carpenter tells us when we could start seeing the new Speckled Trout slot size changes start taking effect?
Owner of Scott's Marine, Lucille Orpanello rounds out the show today to talk about what all you can get at the store today, and what services they offer.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss the river being as low as it is this time of year, the Winter is still kicking around so Spring is still on hold a bit, Reds haven't been appearing around the West as things have been a little funky, a name has been tossed out for the open LDWF commissioner, and a new resolution to reverse the policy that could allow more Ducks down south and where you can find this proposal online!
This week's Bad Boy of the Week has a hunter using a bunch of unlawful hunting gear... and still missing his shots.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard to discuss what is in store for the Trout Challenge tourney coming up next week, where you can sign up for the competition, the go-to bait for chasing bigger sized fishing during tournaments, and on the freshwater side of things, the City Park Big Bass Rodeo, the oldest fishing rodeo in the country, kicks off in just 2 weeks, and we've got some tips for you fishing in that bayou!
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss what he is targeting this weekend, what should you look for when fishing in these rainy warmer conditions, how Mike decides what Deer meat he keeps and cooks, and what fishing changes should we expect with the wind switching on us?
Don is joined by Larry Roussel of Uncle Larry's Seasoning with his Stew and a few and Gumbo to talk about what he all puts together and where you can grab some of his seasonings and products.
In the 2nd hour, Don starts off with a Cajun legend himself, Larry Roussell of Uncle Larry's as he discusses his infamous Gumbo and more before diving into some more fishing reports with Mike Gallo on what he is targeting along the bayou, Brendan Bayard to see what is in store for the upcoming Trout Challenge and other tournaments, the "Plastic Man" drops by to talk about his phone blowing up as everybody is already getting excited about next year's Duck season, and we close out with the owner of Scott's Marine, Lucille Orpanello to talk about what you can get there and what services they offer!
Don is joined by Reel Screamers Guide Service owner/operator, Daryl Carpenter to discuss Red Snapper being on the menu, Trout fish have been showing up in droves, the weather hitting the Grand Isle area, how things are hanging as the weather starts to warm up, and when we could start seeing our first set of birds show up?
Don is joined again by Patric Garmeson from Ugly Fishing to talk a bit more about his services and what Alabama fishing has to offer, and Mr. Ed Miller, usually known by his moniker as the master Turkey caller, Wingbone, to discuss what all he does to a Turkey caller, where you can see one of these "wing bone" turkey calls to!
Linebacker for the LSU Tigers and feral hog aficionado, West Weeks, his past experience hog hunting in Georgia, how the trip went and how many hogs they were able to grab, working with Troops and Tusks to make sure that the hogs' meat didn't go to waste, and where the LSU football team's at with their Spring training?
Patric Garmeson of Ugly Fishing joins us to talk about what he thinks is so ugly about his fishing, where he is fishing this time of year, LDWF is filing an intent to change Redfish limits for LA fishermen but what are the rules for those in AL, and how to get in touch with Patric and Ugly Fishing?
Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina drops in to discuss the storms that blew through this past week, Speckled Trout are going strong, check your wheel bearings, and next week is the 3rd annual Bayou Cleanup is coming up over at Campo's Marina.
Don is live from Elberta, Alabama at Scotts Marine with owner Lucille Orpanello to see what all is sold and going on there, Robbie Campo sounds off on the Bayou Cleanup coming up, what exactly is "Ugly Fishing", how a Tiger hunts wild Hogs, where you can grab one of Wingbone's famous Wingbone Turkey calls, and Daryl Carpenter joins to discuss the Grand Isle area and when we could start seeing birds down there?
Don is joined by Whit Week, linebacker for LSU, to discuss the most recent episode of Tigers in the Wild where Don and Whit along with his brother West Week, another linebacker for LSU, chased some wild hogs using airboats and dogs, how many did they catch, what was the largest one, and where the football team is at currently as they prepare for Spring training and Whit's former past hunting in Georgia.
The "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert stops by to discuss his daughter getting married this weekend, some of the fishing adventures he went on this past week, and what are some of the signs to look out for when looking for Redfish.
This week Bad Boys (and Girl) of the week bring to light a serious Louisiana Deer Conspiracy.
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company to talk about what is going on over at Massey's this week, Born on the Bayou and the Big Bass tournaments are coming up sooner than you think, Redfish are going strong this time of year, and is Caney Lake back on the rise?
Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com gives his plans on dealing with thick fog and where you should head to find a good catch and where you can find a Sea Tow booth at the Louisiana Sportsman Show.
In the 2nd hour, Don dives into reports from Mike Gallo covering his thick fog fishing plans and recommendations, Eric Muhoberac sounds off on the newest toys and deals as well as the upcoming paddler/kayaker tournaments and competitions, a Bad Boy case that involves a family addicted to deer hunting, the "Plastic Man" sounds off on what you need to see to find Redfish, and Whit Weeks drops in to discuss the latest episode of Tigers in the Wild and where LSU football is at as they prepare for their Spring training!
Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service drops by to discuss Spring fishing plans as the fish are in transition so the game plan that's best is to fish and move, move and fish, and Shrimp has been suprisingly good recently, offshore fishing is still going strong, and what is Daryl's go to for his filet knives?
Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to set the stage as a fairly thick fog has taken over the waterways and roads this morning, grab your Ceto membership for situations like today, and coming up in a few weeks is a helpful cleanup event at Campo's Marina.
This first weekend of March has Don and many others excited for roadshow season and Spring fishing and hunting, how you can fish in thick fog or if it's just better to wait it out, Don dives into what filet knives he likes and responds to some of your texts regarding your favorite filet knives and go-to picks, Uncle Larry is joining Don for his show next week, and we hear everything about Grand Isle and their Spring-time fishing action.
Don is joined by Lucas Hidalgo from the Louisiana Wildlife Agents Associaiton to discuss helping a fellow agent facing a very rare form of cancer, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumors (DSRCT), and how you can help out!
The "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures drops by to discuss Ryan changing his tactics and tools to get that catch, if fly fishing is on the menu this time of year and what you could expect to catch, how many people can prop their feet up at the lodge, and how are the Mallards down in Mexico?
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard, a member of the BCKFC, to cover his celebrity fishing partner this weekend, fishing Trout on the pier, fishing over at the PAC (Point-Aux-Chenes) and some news from out there, and if the full moon brings good catches.
Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com covers his plan for this beautiful weather ahead of us as he will drift and bounce from place to place, a customer snuck a banana on the boat, looking for submerged vegetation for your catch, if deeper canals might still stock up on Trout, and if the Biloxi Marsh has been producing at all recently.
In the 2nd hour, Don previews this hour as we dive into everything from an angler who was able to sneak a banana onto Mike Gallo's boat and he was just as surprised as we were, to who Brendan Bayard could be fishing with today, an early possible nominee for Bad Boy of the Year, how things are DTR (down-the-river) for our residential "Plastic Man", and what you can do to help out a shining star in our Louisiana Wildlife Agents Association?
For everything Grand Isle, we head on over to Reel Screamers Guide Service owner/operator Daryl Carpenter as the fishing has been just downright good, where the fish have been biting around the Isle, getting March out of the way for good Summer fishing, and Wahoo has been crazy with the moon cycle.
Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun drops by to discuss his Bass tournament up in Toledo Bend going 37 years strong, Redfish have been good recently but Trout have been far and few between, and the new regulations might make that even worse, and how would Kirk rate this past Winter fishing season?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to see what is happening around St. Bernard parish as the catch is as varied as it comes, the month of February is almost over so get rid to get back out there, and how you can help clean up the waters for you and yours.
As February comes to a close, Don is joined by many guests to talk about this fantastic weather as February wraps up, how you can help clean up these waters for our next generation, Trout and Redfish reports as they trend in opposite directions up in Toledo Bend, and if we have a good Spring/Summer ahead of us?
Don is joined by Derek Poore, Director for Troops and Tusks to discuss the 5th Annual Troops and Tusks fishing competition, the need-to-know date and times heading into the event, and what happens to all the hogs that are brought in.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures, to discuss getting out today ahead of this bad weather, where does the majority of his guests come from, Louisiana's fishing scene compared to our neighbors in Alabama, Florida, and Texas, and we've still not heard about a new commissioner, who could it be?
This week's Bad Boys story tells a tale of two Texas men who went a little above and beyond with their Pintail hunting.
Eric Muhoberac of the Louisiana Kayak Company drops in to talk about his many monikers, what has been going on over at Massey's, some new information regarding Boats on the Bayou which is a part of the Big Bass Rodeo and its prizes, a few spots for kayakers to sift through during this rainy weather, and how does the Louisiana Kayak Company handle trips?
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com joins Don to cover what his plans on are on a dreary Saturday morning, Mike's run-in with a man on a mission, and where Mike's fishing origins come from.
In the 2nd hour, Don previews the hour ahead before diving into the previously mentioned Speckled Trout regulations, a story about a man on a mission, some kayaker sites perfect for today's weather, 2 Texas Pintail hunters go above and beyond to get their catch, how Louisiana's fishing compares to other states, and the information you need regarding Troops and Tusks!
For everything Grand Isle, Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service calls in to discuss this nasty, windy weather which means your best bet for fishing might just be off the side of the road but be aware of safety concerns.
Blaine Salter from Salter's Jiggin' Pole joins to dole out a freshwater fishing report, some spots that haven't produced good catches in years are suddenly bringing the heat, and how the fishing is up in Lake D'Arbonne.
Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina drops by to talk about the week behind us, what is on the docket in the coming weeks for February, if anyone has been complaining about the new slot limit regarding Speckled Trout, and what can you do to make sure that the proposed Pogy boat regulations are implemented?
This week, Don starts off covering a big development in the Pogy boat industry, how people are taking to the Speckled Trout slot limit and slow February plans, some freshwater reports that are bringing the heat, the full details on the Pogy boat regulations laid before us, and with nasty weather ahead of us, and what is the high and low of fishing along the side of the road and how you can do it safely!
Don calls up Ryan the "Plastic Man" Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss his favorite jig, Quail hunting is on the mind, and fishing in the Mississippi once the river levels have jumped.
Brendan Bayard, from the BCKFC, joins Don to talk about winter fishing as the water has started to warm up, Crappie fishing tips and tricks, and what hook is suitable for paddlers.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to cover Mike's jig of choice, where you can find some decent catches this weekend as the weather is perfect for fishing around Pearl River and Lake Pontchartrain, and if we continue to have nice fishing weather ahead of us this Spring?
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service as Redfish and Sheepshead have been leading the way this past week, what is Daryl's hook pick for live shrimp under a cork, and what are handicap hooks?
In the 2nd hour, Don and his field reporters discuss everything hooks and bait, what fishing is ahead of us this weekend around Pearl River and Lake Ponchatrain, the high and low on Sac-au-lait, a Bad Boys venture that features co-criminals, and what you can do to maximize your catch when the Mississippi is sitting high?
Don is joined by Carl Beier, a retired angler and huntsmen, who lost his dog and hunting partner, Abby, to tell us a bit about how Abby went missing, what measures were taken to find her, and what advice Carl has for any other hunters and fishermen out there who worry about the safety of their hunting partners?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss changing water temperature, what Robbie has been seeing, and how big Mardi Gras Day is for fishermen.
As Mardi Gras rages on, so does the fishing and hunting with Don and his many guests discuss the Pearl River Wildlife Refuge, who would be your choice for the last LDWF commissioner spot, changing water temps, Fat Tuesday fishing plans, and what to do when you've lost your fellow friend and hunting dog?
Don is joined by Eric Muhoberac from the Louisiana Kayak Company giving out the details on a big Trout tournament coming in March for all you competitive kayakers, what equipment you ymight need for the tourney, and Boats on the Bayou is coming up soon.
Don is joined by Alex Milazzo, LSU catcher & star of Tigers in the Wild premiere to discuss their trip in the outdoors, the coordination of skills that transfer between baseball and Duck hunting, and where the team's focus is heading into the season following their National Championship winning year.
Ryan Lambert, the "Plastic Man" joins Don to talk a bit about their Woodcock hunt from this past week, their hunting dogs loving the hunt itself, what sort of water conditions you should look for on your trips, and what would make a good LDWF commissioner in Ryan's life?
Don calls up Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com, to cover water temps and weather hiccups before diving into Mike's mixed bag of fishing, a Bass report as they have been coming in hot recently.
Kirk Stansel, of Hackberry Rod and Gun, stops by to talk about his help in the filming of the first episode of Tigers in the Wild for Bayou Wild TV, and some suggestions for catching big Trout.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his guests cover the latest episode of Bayou Wild TV featuring LSU athletes on hunting and fishing excursions, a Bass fishing report, news on upcoming tourneys for all you paddlers out there, a Bad Boy of the Week individual trying their best to be an Elmer Fudd copycat, the "Plastic Man" ponders about what would make a good LDWF commissioner, and Alex Milazzo, LSU catcher and star of the first episode of Tigers in the Wild joins to discuss his history of hunting and fishing and the season ahead as the Tigers look to repeat their success from last year.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to dive into what Spring might look like down in Grand Isle following a nice week behind us, a marshy Trout report, and Groundhogs don't seem to be that bad at predicting the weather.
Don calls up Blaine Salter from Salter's Jiggin' Pole to get a freshwater fishing report as Blaine has some unexpected areas that are popping with fish, False River is making a comeback but what led to its demise in the first place, and where you can find Salter's poles.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina as rain looms ahead but you might just be able to get in some fishing before the worst of it, the water is starting to warm up just a little bit, and make sure if you are gonna get out on the water, try you best to dodge both the parades and the weather ahead.
With Mardi Gras going on, Don and his many field reporters dive into topics ranging from the LA Dept. of W&F kicking the Menhaden Pogy boat issue down the line yet again, the weather could be an issue this weekend but only if you are slow getting out on the water, what all went down at the Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries meeting this past week, who would you like to see in those positions, and finally, how is the forecast for Spring looking for Grand Isle?
Don calls up Ryan the "Plastic Man" Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventure, to see how he is gonna start spending his days with Duck season closed for him, the Mississippi River is starting to rise as the rain lays it on thick, and Don and Ryan's fun Duck trip, and Ryan did some cooking recently with... bear fat?
This week's Bad Boy story shows why if you are gonna do anything bad... don't get lost while doing it!
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard BCKFC with last week's Minimalist Challenge being a brutal one, who came out on top, what baits were handed out for competitors to use, what is next for all you competitive kayakers, and where any paddlers should look for their catch with the weather this weekend.
Don gets together with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com, on this past week of fishing, Mike's plan on dealing with the weather ahead of us, what he searches for this time of year in his catch, conditions, and locations, and the type of Venison sausage that Mike prefers.
In the 2nd hour, Don continues with David Cresson, Director of the Louisiana Coastal Conservation Association as we get the latest on the new Redfish NOI, Mike Gallo gives us a look at the week behind us as not much fishing got done but the best part of the year is yet to come, Brendan Bayard recaps the results from last week's Minimalist Challenge that went ahead in brutal conditions, a Bad Boy case that proves if you are gonna do anything bad... just make sure you know where you are when you're doing it, and finally, our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert joins to talk about the closing of Duck season for the west side of the state and cooking with... Bear fat?
David Cresson, Director of the Louisiana Coastal Conservation Association, stops by to talk about Menhaden "Pogy" boats as the LA Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries meets next week to cement the October NOI for setting some rules for the industry, why Louisiana is different from other states Menhaden industries, and the latest on the Redfish NOI.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to cover the Grand Isle as the fishing has been far and few between this past week, and could Texas going to 3 fish limit for Speckled Trout might result in a massive bust for charter fishermen in Texas but a boom for Louisiana charter fishermen?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss the moving front coming through this weekend which hasn't and likely won't stop Redfish around the Shell Beach area, what you should do when fishing during inclement weather, Trout and Sheepshead fishing reports, and if fishing as a whole is finally back on the menu as some hunting seasons wraps up.
The weather is looking a little rough but we will power through as Robbie Campo gives us the high and low on fishing in inclement weather, the final Red Snapper numbers for the year are in and we did pretty darn well, a 2024 Cicada invasion to be one for the history books, Daryl Carpenter gives us some insight into what Grand Isle has in store for fishermen across the weekend, and David Cresson drops in to give us some information about the LA Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries might finally have a solution for the Menhaden "Pogy" boat industry.
Don is joined by Mike Smith from Louisiana Marsh Guide Service, live from his duck blind, as we look back on how this season was compared to what was predicted, how a pro uses a duck call, and if future seasons might be extended or shortened.
Don is joined by none other than the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to see if people are glad that waterfowl season is wrapping up, the "Plastic Man" might have to use shrimp with rough conditions on the docket for today, where are all the ducks as the season is wrapping up soon, and whether the LA Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries might revisit duck regulations.
This week's Bad Boys of the Week involves a deer decoy that even tricked another hunter!
Don calls up Eric Muhoberac from the BCKFC to discuss what is happening over at Massey's, the latest on the BCKFC Minimalist Challenge happening today, a few spots to chase once the water warms up a little bit, and what you would be looking to catch.
Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com joins to discuss how the last week was as the fishing was ugly and the weather was even worse, and where does Mike stand on the state of Redfish in Louisiana?
In the 2nd hour, Don continues with the Menhaden Pogy boat industry issue, the new Redfish regulations laid out in the NOI, before diving back into how things were in this ugly weather, the latest on the Minimalist Challenge and all things paddling, a Bad Boy that fell prey to a deer decoy, and how the duck season has been as we round the corner towards the end of it.
Don calls up David Cresson, director of Louisiana Coastal Conservation Association, to update us on the Menhaden "Pogy" boat industry and where our current governor and administration will support changes, the new NOI for Redfish regulations, where the LA CCA stands on the new propose regulations, and when you can speak up about your opinion on this issue.
Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service joins Don to discuss the rough fishing conditions that Grand Isle faced this past week, and where he stands on the state of Redfish regulations.
For our freshwater fishing report, Don is joined by Blaine Salter of Salter's Jiggin' Pole, to discuss some hot spots and tips for catching something during this Arctic freeze, does Blaine match camo when fishing to hide from them, and if using a live scope is a good or bad thing.
Don and Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina discuss what conditions are best for a jubilee to appear as we missed out on one last week, if we could see one this weekend if the conditions are right, and what we think about new limits and regulations for Redfish.
This week, as the weather rollercoaster continues, Don and his many field reports lay the groundwork for whether or not we could see jubilee favorable conditions, the hot spots for freshwater fishermen as temps outside plunge, our thoughts on the newest Redfish NOI regulations from the LA Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries, and we close out the first hour circling back to Gov. Landry and the Menhaden "Pogy" boat industry.
Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod & Gun is LIVE yet again from his duck blind, if the Arctic blast could drive out more birds for better hunting, and how the fishing could be affected by this weather ahead of us.
Ryan Lambert, our very own "Plastic Man" of Cajun Fishing Adventures, joins us from Mexico as he dodges our cold weather spell chasing ducks, how this year has been compared to others, and what his plans are following duck season.
Don calls up Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to cover the Minamimlist Challenge as bad weather looms over those dates, bundling up or dressing down for kayakers, and when we could hear news of possible changes/updates from the BCKFC.
Don and Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com get together following his 2-week endeavor to the middle of nowhere in Bora Bora, what fish you could expect to see in these drastic cold temperatures, and what tactics and equipment work better for Winter fishing.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his field reporters tackle the first real winter weekend ahead of us as Mike Gallo has returned from his trip from Bora Bora to frigid weather ahead of us as he tells us what tactics he will employ to guarantee his catch during this weather, Brendan Bayard joins to discuss the Minamilist Challenge which is a week out, a Bad Boys story that ends with 6 South Carolina Duck Delinquents, Ryan Lambert is calling from Mexico as he continues his incredible duck season and we close out with Kirk Stansel from his duck blind as well and he doles out a nice fishing report as the weather might make things a little tough.
Don and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service get together to talk about the bitter cold ahead of us this next week, and Daryl's advice for dealing with such conditions.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina as the first real winter weekend starts to settle in, where most people are spending their time, and if a jubilee is on the horizon for us.
This week, Don starts off discussing how the cold winter ahead will affect our wildlife, Robbie Campo tells all about how a jubilee might be just around the corner, Don dives into some more Rainbow Trout release days and locations and some of the newly proposed regulations for all of you out there, what precautions you should take before this weekend of extremely cold weather before Daryl Carpenter, drops by to give us some tips on dealing with the weather ahead.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to talk about the Mississppi River hitting a new historic low, where he is fishing this weekend, and what Ryan thinks about the new head of the Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries.
Don gets together with Brendan Bayard to discuss where kayakers could go fishing on this last weekend of 2023, if it is possible to catch big trout in the dead of winter, and we are just a few weeks out from the Minimalist Challenge as Brendan gives us all of the information for it!
In the 2nd hour, Don discusses his goal in 2024 of getting Gov. Landry and his nominee for the head of the Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries before diving into a substituted field report from Mike Gallo, Brendan Bayard tells all about the Minimalist Challenge, the "Plastic Man" gives his take on the new young, inexperienced leader of the Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries, and we close out the program with our winner for the Baddest Bad Boy of the Year!
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service who covers the Grand Isle area, what exactly is the "L.O.O.P.", winter has finally settled in Grand Isle, and what catch you should chase this time of year.
Don calls up guest reporter and retired pro angler covering the St. Bernard area to discuss staying safe in low tide, what you can do when or if you get stuck, and how best to deal with cold weather conditions.
As the New Year looms ahead, Don and his guests give their field reports, updates on what new rules and regulations are coming in the new year, best fishing advice and spots for this time of the year, and we take a look at our nominees for our Bad Boy of the Year!
David Cresson says we shouldn't be too quick to judge Jeff Landy's new appointee for Secretary of the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries. Also, Don tells you how to win the Sportsman's Package raffle.
Jeff Landry names a new Secretary of the Department of Wild Life and Fishery, and the choice is pretty surprising. Also, today is the last day for one of the Outdoors show field reporter. Which one is it?
Don is joined by Glen Harris, Outdoors Writer/Broadcaster and author of "Bamboozled by a Bobcat", to discuss what he sought out to do within his book, where the title came from, if the tales within his book are true, and where you can find it!
Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures, as down in Buras, they haven't seen "tough" fishing conditions in a while, Duck hunting has been great, what the incoming front could do for all you hunters and fishermen out there, and are you or a loved one wanting to go hunt with Ryan?
This week, we've got a case of some birds being hunted illegally on Thanksgiving weekend!
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard, kayak fisherman, and pro angler, to discuss what paddlers can do to beat the storms this weekend, what places Brendan would avoid and where he would recommend, and all of the information you need for the Minimalist Challenge coming up in January!
Don and Mike Gallo, of AAofLA.com, take a little stroll down memory lane as they reminisce about Nash Roberts and "by Hek", what the fishing was like this past week with heavy winds and high water levels, and if you are looking to brave the weather, where Mike would recommend for you to snap some fish?
In the 2nd hour, Don begins covering the latest updates on the Menhaden Pogy boat issue at hand as some new developments have started showing up, Mike Gallo stops by to give some secret and protected spots for any brave anglers this weekend as nasty weather arrives, Brendan Bayard talks about the information you need for the Minimalist Challenge, a couple of Thanksgiving Trespassers for our Bad Boys of the Week feature, Ryan Lambert tells all about the past week of Duck hunting and Glen Harris joins us to discuss his book "Bamboozled by a Bobcat".
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter, owner of Reel Screamers Guide Service, to discuss how the gnats have been around Grand Isle this past week, if there has been a pattern that he has seen this Winter compared to previous years, and how to grab a gift card for you and yours this holiday season!
Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss weather concerns with storms leaving just as quick as they show up, how the fishing has been in the St. Bernard area, what or who is Santa on the Bayou, and Campo's Marina Christmas weekend schedule.
Don and his guests take a look at fishing updates and reports, Robbie Campo joins to discuss weather conditions this weekend, how the fishing has been around the St. Bernard area, what is the "Santa on the Bayou", Redfish regulation reminder, who was the outdoors columnist "Hek", Daryl Carpenter gives us some of the patterns he has caught this Winter, compared to previous years, and Don reminisces about meteorologist Nash Roberts,
Don is joined by Mark Merchant, author of "Waterfowl Cuisine, From Field to Table", to discuss his book, what he set out to accomplish when writing this book, being a crocodile researcher, and how that led to the recipes in his book, what his favorite recipe was from the book, and where you can get one for you or a loved one!
Don calls up none other than the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to see what he is up to down in the boot, fishing has been unbelievable, second split of Duck season is just around the corner and is already looking to be just as good as the first one, and are you in search of a gift certificate for Cajun Fishing Adventures?
Don is joined by Eric Muhoberac, Louisiana kayak angler, to discuss dealing with foggy conditions as a paddler, getting ready for the Minimalist Challenge in a few weeks, live scopes being used on kayaks, and guided trips as the perfect Christmas gift.
Don and Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com get together to discuss moving spots or just sitting still and grinding it out, adjusting to the Speckled Trout regulations, fishing plans when the weather takes a turn for the worse, giving a gift certificate to a loved one this holiday season, and if Mike is choosing live or plastic today as he searches for some Christmas Trout.
In the 2nd hour, Don gets fishing updates and field reports from Mike Gallo covering the issue of moving spots to get the better catch or sitting still and grinding it out, Eric Muhoberac pops in to talk about how to deal with foggy conditions as a kayaker, another Bad Boy case involving a sloppy Deer hunter and his friend, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert joins to discuss holiday gifts, second split of duck season, and how the fishing has been down in the boot, and Mark Merchant joins us created a whole cookbook of new duck recipes because he simply "got tired of eating duck the same way".
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service who covers the Grand Isle area to talk about what Daryl would do if he were to use silver spoons, Grand Isle seems to have dodged the heavy fog, adjusting to the Speckled Trout regulations, and getting Christmas gifts ideas.
Don calls up Jeff Bruhl, member of the Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association and pro angler, to talk about his recent trip catching an assortment of Brim, his tactics for chasing them, a recent report on the status of the White perch population, and whether or not a live scope is a worthwhile tool?
Don gets together with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina, as the fog is very thick today which could cause hiccups in your fishing plans today, but fear not as everywhere around the St. Bernard area is packed with fish to your liking, but ladies and lads need to be ready to deal with swarms of mosquitos.
Don starts off this very foggy morning previewing what we've got in store for the show today as we get field reports from Robbie Campo on how strong the fishing has been in the St. Bernard area, Jeff Bruhl discusses the pros and cons of using a live scope, what new regulations and discussions occurred at this weeks Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries meeting for Redfish, a bit more clarity on the on-going Menhaden Pogy boat issue, and who are some of the personalties and people running these commission meetings, and finally, Daryl Carpenter, drops in to discuss how these Speckled Trout regulations are affecting fishermen now that they've had some time to gather their thoughts.
Don calls up Mike Smith, Duck hunter and operator of Louisiana Marsh Guide Service, as he calls LIVE from his duck blind to paint a picture of what all he has seen and shot as the last weekend of duck season is coming to a close, and Mike rates this season following the historic survey that told us this would be one of the worst in memory.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss Buras dodging all this recent terrible weather, Duck hunting has been a bit slower this past week than usual, and Don asks Ryan if there is a regulation that bugs him and would like to see be changed, and it is a special time when the river is low as the catches are plentiful.
This week's Bad Boys features a wannabe hunter using tools like a secret agent to hunt deer.
Don and Brendan Bayard, kayak fisherman and pro angler, discuss how to rig up to fight a Blackfin Tuna from a kayak, some background information on the Bass Master Classic fishing tournament for all you pro anglers out there, and what are the techniques and tactics when fishing over an oyster flat?
Don gets together with Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com to discuss their plans with inclement weather looking to postpone the start of the day, Speckled Trout and freshwater Catfish reports, and Mike gives his take on what rule or regulation he would like to see changed or completely gotten rid of, and Mike's advice for catching the fish during very windy, stormy weather.
In the 2nd hour, Don discusses what regulations and rules in place that you'd like to see changed or gotten rid of, Mike Gallo pops in to give us some advice on fishing during and following stormy weather as the fish are prone to move around, Brendan Bayard joins to discuss Blackfin Tuna reports coming out of Florida for all you stout paddlers out there, a Bad Boys story that could be considered... classified, and Ryan Lambert tells us what he would like to see change within our current regulations and rules for fishing, and Mike Smith, duck hunter, duck caller extraordinaire, live from his duck blind to joins us to discuss the last weekend of duck hunting season as it comes to a close.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss the road fishing that has been off the charts, if Bull reds are still showing up in droves around the passes and Grand Isle, crabbing season update for Grand Isle, and the infamous Marker 54 bait that Daryl has been using recently.
Don calls up Robbie Campo to discuss this stormy weather weekend, fishing in St. Bernard this past week was "unbelievable", most of the fish have been a live-shrimp bite, this duck season has been some of the worst in recent memory, gnats have been biting like crazy so be cautious and aware!
The weather might not be great but Don is up and at 'em anyways, Flounder is back on the menu following a small closure, Robbie Campo gives us the short and skinny regarding and Don ponders what would be the one fishing and hunting regulation that you'd like to see be gone if you could scratch one off and we've got some new Redfish regulations proposed by the LA Dept. of W&F, a Whiteperch status update is coming in the next commission meeting as well and Daryl Carpenter joins us to discuss how road fishing might be better than you think.
Don calls up Jeff Bruhl, member of the Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association and pro angler, to discuss everything happening freshwater-wise as you should just "stick close to the river", Bass reports are strong and steady, and Jeff gives us a lesson on color coordination for bait when on the hunt for Bream!
Don is joined by none other than the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures as he is sitting back, feet propped on at the lodge, Grey ducks and Pintails are showing up in droves, and fly fishing Bull reds.
Don is looking out for all Paddlers out there and none other than Eric Muhoberac is here to help us take a look at what is new over at Massey's, the Minimalist Challenge is shaping up to kick off the BCKFC 2024 Championship series, and a few spots that Eric has found for all you paddler's out there.
Don gets together with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to cover moving around due to the rain, shallow or deeper water fishing, how the new Speckled Trout regulations are hitting the boats, and fishing in colder weather.
Don continues his discussion with David Cresson about the Manhaden Pogy boat industry before diving into the bayou with Mike Gallo to talk about the Speckled Trout regulations that are hitting boats finally, Eric Muhoberac drops in to discuss new additions to Massey's and the upcoming 2024 BCKFC Championship season starting off with the Minimalist Challenge, a Bad Boy story that features an abundance of Flounder, Ryan Lambert drops in to tell us (yet again) how the duck blinds are putting up record numbers, and Kirk Stansel wraps up the show live from his duck blind to announce an upcoming special Bayou Wild TV episode!
David Cresson, Director of the Louisiana chapter of Coastal Conservation Association, drops on by to discuss the newest developments in the Menhaden "Pogy" boat industry, a bit of a recap of the Menhaden industry and what issues derive from it, recent proposed regulations, the coastal erosion associated with these boats, and the reporting of these issues.
Don and Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service get together to discuss the Grand Isle area as roadside fishing has been starting up, people are hitting the new Trout regulations rather quickly, Daryl's thoughts on how an early spring might've turned into a late summer, and some tips and tricks for catching and cleaning Sheepshead.
With Thanksgiving wrapped up, Don dives into fishing reports from Robbie Campo and Jeff Bruhl as they tell us the ins and outs of the the St. Bernard area, freshwater fishing and bass reports, and what you should use when chasing Bream, Daryl Carpenter also joins to discuss everything happening around Grand Isle and gives us the best tips and tricks for handling Sheepshead, and David Cresson joins us to cover the issue of the Manhaden "Pogy" boat industry, what regulations are being proposed, and how the public can help address those problems.
Don calls up Mike Smith from Louisiana Marsh Guide Service, from his duck blind as it has been slow but still an abnormally high number of Pintails, what a slow morning could mean for your blind, the fly over report did not paint a pretty picture for how this season has actually been.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures while he is out fly-fishing because his duck blind is already packed, Ryan is reaching duck limits, fish limits, anywhere and everywhere, and every blind is hitting their limits on Pintails, there are tons of leftover shrimp for fishermen, and Ryan's best tips for identifying Mottled ducks to avoid them.
This week's Bad Boys Story covers a repeat offender who has gone beyond the world of hunting and fishing!
Brendan Bayard pops in for our Paddler's report to give Don and us some information on where you can go with your kayak, Bull reds could be a nice Christmas gift for you and yours and suggestions for catching Bull reds and not playing with them, and is there an advantage of using a kayak over a boat?
Don gets together with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss the weather ahead of us, Mike's recommended spots to fish this weekend, the key to fishing with live shrimp when going for Trout, and how the new Speckled Trout regulations affect anglers going forward.
In the 2nd hour, Don calls up Mike Gallo to cover what spots you can search to find your catch, Brendan Bayard joins for our Paddler's Report to discuss what the merits are in using a kayak for bigger catches compared to a boat, a repeat offender who makes our Bad Boy story one that goes BEYOND hunting and fishing, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert joins us to talk about his tips for identifying Mottled ducks so you can avoid them and Mike Smith, duck guide and duck extraordinaire, pops in to talk about what signs show when the big ducks have come in.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to give us his strategy for dealing with Gnats, dealing with Mother Nature is just as rough as dealing with the fish, Grand Isle is a solitude for fishermen, and some people are still bank fishing along the beach, and Red Snapper is still on the menu.
Guest reporter and retired pro angler covering the St. Bernard area discuss what you are gonna see on the water during this time of the year, live shrimp inventory updates, where to fish when the tide is moving a lot, Gnat season is in full force, Biloxi Marsh duck hunting report, and how has retirement been treating good ole Glenn?
This week, Don starts off with what you SHOULDN'T be doing this weekend before being joined by retired angler and guest reporter Glenn Sanchez to discuss precautions with Gnat season, the new Speckled Trout regulations are finally being placed into effect next week and we've got all the information you may need about the new rules and changes, Redfish regulations have been shot down again, and Daryl Carpenter joins us from Grand Isle to discuss the barren solitude that Daryl is seeing as Thanksgiving is almost upon us.
Cap't Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod And Gun drops in from his duck blind on the west side to talk about the lowest flyover duck sightings in history for Louisiana, where the birds could be concentrating, and Trout regulations and reports.
Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss Duck hunting as he is live from the blind, picking the dates are big, and fishing has been crazy down in Buras.
Don is on the lookout for a Paddler's report and who better to give one than Eric Muhoberac from the Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club to recap the BCKFC Championship weekend, Blackfin Tuna report for Pensacola, and Eric is tricking out his new boat.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to recap the previous week of fishing, what Mike thinks of these new regulations for Speckled Trout, Redfish hard to find in Biloxi marsh, and if Mike has seen any ducks or duck hunters.
In the 2nd hour, Don starts off answering questions from listeners about what changes could be coming with Redfish before getting field reports from Mike Gallo on these long-awaited Speckled Trout regulations, a recap of the BCKFC Championship weekend with Eric Muhoberac and Blackfin Tuna report for Pensacola, a Bad Boy story of a dangerous deer man, Ryan Lambert and Kirk Stansel both call in from duck blinds on different sides of the state and by nature also have different results.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service as Grand Isle is a ghost town nowadays, Speckled Trout report, and how are the reactions to the new Speckled Trout regulations?
Jeff Bruhl, member of Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association and pro angler stops by to give Don and us a welcome freshwater fishing report, Jeff's tips on finding freshwater and saltwater, what is going on around the Atchafalaya Basin, East Pearl is unbelievably clear, and what advice can Jeff would recommend for getting panfish?
Don is joined by former guest reporter and retired angler, Glenn Sanchez to cover the St. Bernard area as the fishing has been on fire, tons of small fish which bodes well for next year barring any hiccups, and what is a drift sock and how does it work?
Don opens up this show discussing Duck season, if you have heard about the new Speckled Trout regulations, Glenn Sanchez fills in for Robbie Campo who is busy hunting to give us the highs and lows of the St. Bernard area, Jeff Bruhl drops in to give us our freshwater fishing report, overall Duck sightings are historically down, news for Alabama buck hunters, new Speckled Trout regulations are finally here and Daryl Carpenter joins us from Grand Isle to discuss fishing out there and how people are taking the news of the Speckled Trout changes.
Don calls up Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod and Gun as he is LIVE from the duck blinds to talk about what they've seen in the blinds as the ducks haven't fully arrived yet, Kirk is seeing people hitting Trout and Redfish limits easily, what bait people are using and
Don and none other than the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert get together to cover all things plastic as the talk of the town is this Marker 54 bait, Pintails and Speckled Bellies have been popping up like crazy which makes Ryan think that this duck season is gonna be one to remember, the recent Trip of a Lifetime fishing adventure that Ryan and Don helped give to a young boy and his father, and Ryan's recent fishing escapades.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard for a Paddler's report as the BCKFC Championship is going on this weekend as he competes, how the tournament is structured, Brendan's expectations, what the wind situation is like out there, what bait Brendan is using and who all is competing in today's championship.
Don and Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com get together to discuss if this week has paid off yet as he avoided the windy week behind us, Lake Catherine report as the fish are biting, Sheepshead sightings, what all is over in the Biloxi Marsh area, and if Mike has spotted any World Series Trout.
In the 2nd hour, Don wonders what bear meat tastes like before diving into our field reports with Mike Gallo who joins to talk about a Sheepsheads invasion and World Series Trout sightings, Brendan Bayard stops by as he competes in the BCKFC Championship to tell us how the tournament is structured and what he expects the winner catches to be, one of the most egregious Bad Boy stories that have ever graced the airwaves, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert tells all about how good this duck season will be as we are seeing Pintails and Speckled Bellies and Kirk Stansel joins us from the duck blind to discuss how the fishing has been this past week and if he has seen any ducks this morning.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss everything Grand Isle, the weather and tide are nice but the wind is a little strong, one of the best recent bait trends that Daryl has seen and where you can grab some!
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss wind speeds that are looking a little low, White Trout report, Redfish in unlikely places, and what bait you should be using to increase your catch.
November is upon us as Don welcomes in National Bison Day before hearing from Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to see what the forecast has in store for us today as he says this is the best weekend yet for fishing, Red snapper quota is close but not in place just yet so go grab you some, changes coming to Mottled Duck season as well, did you know that the state of Louisiana used to have Bison, Black bear hunting season could be right around the corner for the state of Louisiana, and Daryl Carpenter joins us to discuss a bait that has him by the hook.
Don calls up Emile Broussard and Gene Hebert as they give us a rundown of everything happening at the LA Wildfowl Festival happening this weekend!
Don and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures get together to cover Ryan's recent trip to execute some Mallards just outside of Chicago but there weren't a ton of ducks, Illinois is known for some massive deer and Ryan can back that up, river is still down and the fish are everywhere, Reds are on fire and Trout are starting to bite really good, and Speckled Bellies might be here for the first time ever.
Don is in search of all things kayaks and who else but Eric Muhoberac to help paint a picture about what is happening over at Massey's, some need-to-know info regarding the upcoming BCKFC Championship, and has the new strip of land in Plaquemines been a hot spot for kayakers, and how Eric takes his gumbo.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com as they discuss if any of the forecasted fog has shown up, Mike's advice for fishing a mixed bag, and Bull Reds are still in the marshes though they are small which bodes well for next year!
In the 2nd hour, Don previews the hour ahead and ponders how you take your gumbo before diving back into field reports and fishing news covering how to fish a varied field of anything and everything, what all is going on over at Massey's, if that new strip of land in Plaquemines will be a hotspot for kayakers, a Bad Boy story that could net you $6,000 dollars, are we, for the first time in the history of Southeastern Louisiana, seeing Speckled Bellies, and finally, we've got the need to know info about this weekend's Wildfowl Festival!
Don gets a Grand Isle report from none other than Daryl Carpenter, owner of Reel Screamers Guide Service, times like this are good for just doing old-school fishing as you sorta drift and catch whatever shows up, and what Jeff Landry plans to do regarding water access in the state of Louisiana.
Don is joined by Jeff Bruhl, pro angler and member of the Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association, to cover how the saltwater in Venice is messing everything up and where you can find your freshwater fish, letting duck hunters kinda do their thing, how low water is affecting the basin in the Atchafalaya, and Pearl River is still a bright spot for fishing and White Perch are starting to show up with this cold weather.
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss how the weather is gonna be good for fishing this weekend as this past week was one for the history books, if a Black bear hunting season is coming to Louisiana, and a preview of our bad boy story.
Don and his many guests cover all sorts of topics ranging from the weather finally becoming fall as November arrives, whether or not a Black bear hunting season could be on the horizon, how 2024 could be known as the year of the low water levels, have you ever been up to the Great Smokey Mountains in Tennesse, an incredible record-setting catch off the coast of Alabama happened this past week, and if Jeff Landry could maybe get the ball rolling on the water access issue that people have been faced with.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss how great this past week has been fishing mainly Reds as the Trouts have been a little sparse, the mix catches that you get in Buras, Ryan's seen a TON of Puppy Drums, fighting fish and being able to tell what you are getting based on how the line feels, and Ryans upcoming trip to go shoot some Mallets.
Don calls up Brendan Bayard for our Paddler's Report to talk about the winner of the Fall N' Tide fishing rodeo that wrapped up last weekend, Trout wasn't as big as previous years so Flounder were at the top, and an important weekend is on the horizon for the upcoming invitational Championship series.
Don and Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com get together to discuss advice for fishing in rodeos for big catches, and Mike's enjoyment for fishing ledges and deeper spots.
Don is joined by Paul Bernard of the U.S. Coast Guard to discuss safety for duck hunters, required and recommended equipment for both your person and your boat, and what you can do BEFORE your trip as well.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to cover the Lafitte area, inconsistent fishing, Bull Reds stealing catches, and some incoming tide changes to be aware of.
Don gets together with Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod and Gun to talk about how calm things are out West, Trout fishing under Needlefish, grabbing Reds in the Marsh compared to the Lake, live-bait inventory, and if there has been any Duck sightings before the season?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss how this weather will be for fishing this weekend, Lake Bourne being the hot spot of the weekend but the water could be a little choppy, are White Trout not Trout, not a ton of Redfish, Flounder season is closed but some are still keeping them.
This week Don and his many guests give us some hunting and fishing reports as small game season starts to open Robbie Campo gives us the lowdown on how this weather today will be PERFECT for fishing, Flounder, White Trout, and Redfish reports, and finally how does the water fair when the Saints don't play on Sundays. The Venetian Island Fishing Rodeo is underway, Don reminds us of the Flounder closure, and the Red Snapper limits are not in place just yet but are close! Kirk Stansel joins us to discuss duck sightings out West, and Daryl Carpenter gives us a Lafitte area report and more complaints about Bull Reds around Grand Isle.
Don and Drew are joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures doles out some Dove hunting advice to Drew, what everybody has been catching this past week, a Catfish recipe featured in CCA, Ryan doesn't want Ducks coming down just yet, and how has the saltwater issue affect the snail population.
Don and Drew call up Eric Muhoberac for our Paddler's Report on what all is new over at Massey's, Ski appeal being bought in New Orleans, what all is in store for Fall n' Tide later today, where Eric would bet the fish would be, what the prize-winning size could be, and CCA's hopes for Pogy boat regulations over on the West Bank.
Don and Drew are joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss Mike's and the company's pursuit of Redfish, what techniques they used to catch Redfish, Speckled Trout fishing, Mike's role as the "Forensic Fisherman", could there be any impact to fishing game due to this partial eclipse happening later today, and how important barometric pressure is for fishing?
Don and Drew talk with Capt. Martha Spencer from Gulf of America Outfitters for a Fall Tuna and Swordfish report, a previous Trip of a Lifetime trip where a young man was able to snag a Swordfish, the unappreciation of Swordfish recipes, where you can get in touch with Martha if you are looking for some Tuna or Swordfish, and Martha is heading up to Idaho for some Elk!
Don and Drew start off the second hour with Capt. Martha Spencer as she heads up to Idaho for some Elk hunting to discuss some Fall Tuna and Swordfishing reports, Mike Gallo on his pursuit of Redfish and his role as the "Forensic Fisherman" who gives us the lowdown on if this eclipse today will be affecting any of the wildlife and fish, Eric Muhoberac tells us what is new over at Massey's and how you could win Fall n' Tide happening later today, a Bad Boy Case involving Red Snapper, and how things are hanging in Buras with our very own "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert.
Don and Drew get together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss all things about Grand Isle as fishing has been "on fire" following that recent windy weekend we had, Bull Reds are becoming a nuisance as they are grabbing all of the fish that you might want, and some possible fishing regulation changes coming down the pipeline?
Don and Drew are joined by Mitch Jurisich, owner of Delta Marina and Plaquemines Parish Councilmember, to talk about how good October treats fishermen, the Fall n' Tide tournament, how has the saltwater been affecting their shrimp tanks, and what is on the menu at the Ponderosa at Delta Marina.
Don and Drew call up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to talk about the dynamite week that he has seen as the weather starts to cool down a bit, mosquitos are back which is always fun, what makes fishing around the marshes good, and today is the last day of Flounder fishing for a while.
Don and his nephew who is co-hosting Drew Dubuc sound off on how things are hanging in Alabama as they prepare for the Youth Dovehunt Day in Fairhope, Alabama, today is also Election Day so if you are looking to find out some information about what each candidate has to say about issues important to fishermen and hunters, Robbie Campo joins to discuss where you can find some good fishing spots as the weather has finally cooled down, Drew and Don give us Jeff Bruhl's report as Jeff is on vacation, what are some of the best baits to fish under lights, Mitch Jurisich gives us an idea of how good October is for fishermen, and a fishing report from Grand Isle with Daryl Carpenter.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to discuss their trip last week for a Hunt Of A Lifetime trip for a young boy with cancer and how much it meant for everything, Teals have finally been spotted for Ryan, and what rigs he would recommend!
Don gets together with Brendan Bayard for our Paddler's report on making the best of this breeze, Trout have transitioned in, Grand Isle fishing report as Bayard is out there for a rodeo, a few freshwater fishing spots to try, and where you paddlers should go to protect yourself from this rough wind.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to talk about his plans for fighting this cold and windy weather and how Mike is rigging his live shrimp in such high winds.
In the 2nd hour, Don knocks off some upcoming calendar items and answers some questions from listeners before diving into fishing reports from Mike Gallo covering how he plans on dealing with the first real cold front ahead of us as well as strong and heavy winds, Brendan Bayard discuss making the best of this heavy breeze coming in, a Bad Boy case from Alabama that showcases the stupidity of hunting Black Bears, and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert joins us to discuss his and Don's trip last weekend on a Hunt Of A Lifetime trip for a young boy with cancer.
Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss dealing with these cold fronts and wind-heavy weather, if this cold front could push everything into the marshes, and a few times in which the fish have been downright... weird.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss how the winds are this weekend, where you should be fishing to get around the wind if you even want to brave the waters, what you could do this weekend OTHER than fishing while still staying outside and live shrimp inventory updates!
This week, Don recaps Thursday's meeting of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries as the meetings have gotten painful to attend filled with useless discussions, pointless controversies, commission before self-confused, just a full-on waste of time but some important decisions have been made regarding the Menhaden Pogy boat industry as some efforts have finally been taken, and possible new Redfish recreational regulations, before diving into fishing reports from Robbie Campo covering the windy weather ahead of us and Daryl Carpenter discussing, and questions from our listeners.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventure as he is hunting on this last day of Teal season, how many wood and mottled ducks he has seen this season, Ryan's hopes for the wind to die down a bit, how does this year compare to previous Teal seasons, and Ryan and Don's plans for the weekend as they prepare for a hunt of a lifetime.
Don and Eric Muhoberac get together to discuss some discounts happening at Massey's, the ins and outs of the Redfish Rumble, his predictions for the size of the winning Redfish, Fall N' Tide coming up in a few weeks as well, what is the last day to catch Flounder, and some hidden spots to grab you some before the season closes.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to cover how breezy it will be this weekend, Mike's ventures into shallow water this past week to catch some Trout, Speckled Trout, and Flounder reports, and how the bookings have been for Mike.
In the 2nd hour, Don covers how you can see what our gubernatorial candidates have said regarding matters important to hunters and fishermen, before diving into field reports from the likes of Mike Gallo to discuss his ventures into shallow water for Redfish and Trout, Eric Muhoberac joins to give us our Paddler's report on the Redfish Rumble and Fall N' Tide as well as when Flounder season wraps up, our Bad Boy of the Week which involves an alligator, and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert joins us from the duck blinds as Teal season wraps up to cover how this year's season compares to previous seasons.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss how the weather is affecting his fishing plans if the shortage of the slot size Redfish is still popping up, Bull Reds are still everywhere and plentiful, how the crabs are running nowadays, and how to make adjusts due to the weather.
Don calls up Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod and Gun to talk about how rough the Trout fishing has been, if they get a run of White Trout around the lodge, this season has been absolutely fantastic for Teal hunting, and how the river salinity is affecting the Hackberry area and how that affects the fishing.
Don and Jeff Bruhl get together for a freshwater fishing report as they discuss what fish you can expect to see this October, what a good cold front could bring, Bass fishing report as Jeff recommends a "stick and move" strategy, and how is the fishing in Toledo Bend?
Don is joined by Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to talk about the severe lack of rain that Louisiana has been treated to this summer, the fishing has been dynamite around St. Bernard, and shrimp inventory updates.
This week Don and his many field reporters discuss the forecast, updates to hunting regulations in Kansas, and more before being joined by Robbie Campo to cover the lack of rain we've seen this summer, Jeff Bruhl pops in to give us a freshwater fishing report and what we could expect to see once a cold front finally hits and cools the water down a bit, Kirk Stansel gives us the down and dirty about the Hackberry area and Daryl Carpenter tells how if there is still a shortage of slot size Redfish.
Don and Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures get together to discuss how the hunting has been as Teal season is a little sparse, where Teal season IS popping off, if the full moon will help at all and what else will come with that full moon, everything is just migrating around as fall is just around the corner, White Trout are numbers are about as high as you could count, and more!
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard to cover all things peddling, the Redfish Rumble as the championship is around the corner in November, some changes to the tournament, Trout fishing in and behind Grand Isle has been very good, and if this fall is gonna be a good one or a weird one just like summer.
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to talk about his plans for National Hunting & Fishing Day, good tide movement and shrimp plentiful, what Mike is searching for this weekend and where at, when the tide should fall, Mike's advice for powering through a lackluster day of fishing, and Mike's Bass tips.
In the 2nd hour, Don covers how the Menhaden pogy boat industry is forcing our hand, Mike Gallo joins to discuss his plans for National Hunting and Fishing Day and how shrimp are plentiful with a good tide movement, a bit with Brendan Bayard on the Redfish Rumble as it is the final tournament of the season with the championship in November, a Bad Boy story that is centered around Teals, and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert joins us from the duck blind to give us an update on the Teal season with a week under his belt.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss what is happening around Grand Isle as the summer rodeo season is starting to come to a close, shrimp are really starting to show up and with that... fish follow, Speckled Trout and White Trout are PLENTIFUL, and what Daryl has heard about Red Snapper.
Don and Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina get together to talk about how good the weather is today for fishing, the tides are looking good, the interest in White and Speckled Trout is at an all-time high, what is the best way to store White Trout and how things are looking on this National Hunting & Fishing Day!
This week as fall begins, Don discusses National Hunting & Fishing Day, how things are hanging at Campo's Marina with Robbie Campo, what is the best tactic for storing White Trout for later, why National Fishing & Hunting Day is so important to us, some up-coming rodeo's and tournaments, key need-to-know seasonal dates, some recent Pogy boat incidents, as well as what are our gubernatorial candidates saying regarding Pogy boats, and how hot things are in Grand Isle as the summer fishing season starts to wrap up.
Don calls up Haiden Richard world championship Duck caller, live from his duck blind, to discuss how the start of Teal season has been, why Teals come here in such numbers, what Haiden's Teal calls sound like, how hard it is to get their attention and how you can get in touch with him!
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to talk about their recent Teal hunting trip that they took yesterday, some of the Mottled Ducks and Teals, some more eco-tours showcasing how restoration works, and where you can find Catfish.
Don and Eric Muhoberac go over the latest updates in what Massey's has on sale, news on the upcoming Redfish Rumble, Jack Crevalles are plentiful, Bull Reds are showing up more than they were for Ride the Bull and they are EASY fishing.
Don gets together with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com for our Born on the Bayou report covering a recent Sam Barbera and Mission 22 Bayou Wild TV episode, a small tide today which forces Mike to change tactics, where to look for Shrimp, and if any Teal hunting shots have been heard around Mike.
In the 2nd hour, Don recaps the first hour before diving into an upcoming Trout tournament, Mike's advice for changing your fishing plans due to shifting tides and changing weather, Jack Crevalles and Bull Reds are plentiful and Massey's is clearing out some inventory, Redfish Rumble is right around the corner, Teal hunting has begun, why do they come here in such numbers and how to get their attention if you wanna go hunting for some!
Don and Mitch Jurisich, Plaquemines Parish councilmember and Delta Marina owner, together to discuss what is happening in and around the Empire area such as offshore fishing, what he is seeing as Fall is just around the corner, a few more Rodeo that will happen before the rodeo season wraps up, and how the seafood market has been this year.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to cover the Grand Isle area as fish are being found, just not the ones you want, Bull Red report, and a possible recent Pogie boat incident right off of Holly Beach.
Don calls up Jeff Bruhl, Mr. Big Boss Bass himself, to cover all things Bass fishing, he starts off with the Pearl River and Chef's Pass area as there aren't many Bass to find though Speckled Trout are definitely around, how things have been over in the Atchafalaya Basin, Venice Beach fishing has been a bit tough recently and how long could it be before Bass start to bounce back, and Jeff's advice for loading up on Catfish.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to talk about Speckled Trout reports as they are not reaching the numbers Robbie wants yet, some recent White Trout meals he's had, some Teal reports around the Biloxi marsh and St. Bernard area as the season begins, if you can shoot Mottled Ducks and Teals, and Shrimp prices are plummeting as supply continues to climb.
This week Don and his guests cover what all need if you are going to duck hunt, Speckled Trout reports and Shrimp supply skyrocketing around the St. Bernard area, how rough the fishing has been around Venice, Pearl River, Chef's Pass, and the Atchafalaya Basin and how long could it take for Bass to recover from where they are now, some of the latest estimates for Red Snapper counts, what is going on in the Empire area and a few more Rodeo's happening at the Delta Marina, and a possible Pogie boat incident right off of Holly Beach.
Don is joined by Louisiana State Treasurer and candidate for Governor of Louisiana John Schroder to discuss what drove him to run for Governor, what he can do to help the outdoors and its sportsmen, the disappointment he sees in our current government, his plans are to help Louisiana businesses, things he would look for his in appointments for leadership positions, and his approach to the Pogie boat issue, and coastal conservation.
Don and Brendan Bayard go over Brendan's previous estimates of what the winners need to go home with the gold for Ride the Bull, Bulls are still in the passes, big Reds while searching for Trouts, and Fall N' Tide upcoming tournament!
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss some of his experiences with sharks, what to do when the fish are scattered, how to make adjustments for a changing tide, and if he has seen any Teal yet.
In the 2nd hour, Don dives into the tale behind the ONLY shark attack death that occurred in the state of Louisiana back in 1914, our Born-on-the-Bayou report that gives us his tips on what to do when the fish are all scattered, our Paddler's report as Fall N' Tide is coming up next month, a Bad Boy of the Week story that involves illegal trawling, and John Schroder joins us to discuss his plans for governor!
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about the recent ruling in the Rodney Wagley case, how that can affect your trips, understanding of public versus private waters, a Grand Isle fishing report, and Daryl's falling or incoming tide preferences.
This week, Don and his many guests cover all sorts of topics ranging from teal sightings and preparations as the season is about to be underway, an upcoming Bayou Wild TV episode to commemorate Sam Barbera, some fishing rodeo's before the Summer wraps up, some news on the Rodney Wagley case ruling and the importance of this decision, and much more!
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert, of Cajun Fishing Adventures, a little earlier than we normally do to talk about his forecast for the upcoming Teal season that opens next week, a few things to check off for Teal season prep, and how the fishing has been near the lodge.
Don gets together with Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss what the weekend ahead of us has in store as we get a nice break in the weather, Speckled Trout report, shrimp are EVERYWHERE, what happened to the big schools of Mullet, and if there have been any teal reports in the anywhere?
In the 2nd hour, Don and co cover everything ranging from how Mike's week has been fishing-wise, what is happening over at Massey's, the winners from Ride the Bull and the big catches, a Bad Boy of the Week that might make you jump the gun, and the "Plastic Man"'s excitement for teal hunting cannot be tamed.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to talk about teal sightings, alligator hunting, fly fishing, the river continues to stay low, and Ryan's teal hunting plans.
Don is paddling his way towards Eric Muhoberac to discuss Massey's demo days, the winners of the Ride the Bull event and how it turned out, some upcoming events, a Flounder and Trout report, and where to fish with the water being as hot as it is.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo, AAofLA.com to discuss the fish he's been caught this past week, night fishing advice, Trout report in Seabrook, Mike's experience with Sea Tow.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about the fishing conditions and wind that he's seen off Grand Isle this past week, what makes this past year one of the strangest years Daryl has seen along the beach and Grand Isle area.
Don calls up Jeff Bruhl, the Big Boss Bass, to cover Pearl River, what he is seeing there and his recommendations, and how things are in Toledo Bend, where Jeff is looking to head next.
This week, Don and his many field reporters discuss a busy day ahead of us with this heat finally breaking, multiple hunting seasons starting up today and some helpful information regarding those hunts, the CCA Star Tournament comes to a close on Monday, and what's happening on the waters with our field reports from guests.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to see what's up at Shell Beach this weekend, things are starting to change a bit for fishermen over there, the CCA star tournament comes to a close on Monday, and big things happening at Campo's Marina next week.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to talk about how the ducks are, Red Fish leaving, all surrounding this Sturgeon moon coming up, how ugly fish can be great catches and even better meals, what issues this drought is bringing around the Buras area, and how this duck season will be tough.
Don gets together with Brendan Bayard to discuss what the Ride the Bull expectations should be, what Brendan would recommend for paddlers, anchoring out, what you should search for, what you might need to win it, Brendan's favorite bait for Bull Reds and how his rig is for such a feat like today.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com to discuss what he has seen this past week, what Mike is seeing with the Mississippi river being so low, and how that will affect fishing come the Fall and some Trout reports due to this warm weather.
Don calls up Sam Hopper who is on location for the Ride the Bull event happening in Grand Isle as well as how the Star tournament has been for the 2023 season so far, what catches have been just absolutely record-breaking and first-place worthy, and the incredible and crazy rewards and prizes for the Star CCA tournament!
In the 2nd hour, Don and his field reporters cover all sorts of topics from CCA tournament updates, how things are hanging in the bayou for Mike Gallo, live reports Ride the Bull from paddler aficionado Brendan Bayard, the Case of the Shark Napping Shrimper, and what the "Plastic Man" is up to as this heat starts to break a bit.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about what's happening down in Grand Isle as the wind speed is currently low, how the wind has been a bit odder this Summer than previous years, Daryl's recent changes in what he is using to fish with, and predictions for kayakers participating in the Ride the Bull event.
Don calls up Capt. Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod and Gun to discuss how things have been out west, these recent wildfires hitting southern LA, changes in the mottled duck season, and Kirk's advice for hunting and fishing during this late August heat.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to cover how the tide is moving as the heat starts to break and we look towards Sept., the last bit of Speckled Trout spawn coming next month, crowds are dying down a bit so now might be a good time for some peaceful, less crowded fishing on the water, and Campo's live shrimp inventory.
Don sets the stage for the show as Ride the Bull gets started this weekend as well as hearing from our field reporters covering everything from Shell Beach to Hackberry to Grand Isle, talking about how things are coming to a close this August with the heat starting to finally break, some news for the Alabama Red Snapper fishermen season, Mottled duck hunting changes, and Bull Reds popping up left and right.
Don calls up Capt. Mark Vogt and Gracie Reeshmann, former Miss Louisiana, on a recent bow fishing trip for a special episode of Bayou Wild TV.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to discuss the recent numbers regarding Duck hunting, the water is still extremely salty in the Buras area and how that is affecting everything, as well as personal bests being set every day.
Don and Eric Muhoberac get into the down and dirty of what you may need from Massey's as well as what Eric advice has for the upcoming Ride the Bull fishing tournament happening next week.
In the 2nd hour, Don starts off with a look ahead of the calendar for the rest of August leading into the fall before diving into more fishing reports to discuss fishing in deep passes due to this August heat, what to expect from Ride the Bull, how the Duck season numbers are fairing, and we hear from two of the guests from a recent Bayou Wild TV episode that involves bow fishing and... Miss Louisiana?
Don gets together with Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to go over the challenges that Mike faces during these fishing conditions, his suggestions for where he would go fishing this weekend, White Trout numbers are looking good to Mike and Don wonders if he has seen any Teal fluttering about.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about his plans for fishing this weekend as Trout is on the menu, Ride the Bull is next week so Bulls are EVERYWHERE, and how Daryl is searching for his catch in this incredibly hot water.
Don calls up Jeff Bruhl to cover a freshwater fishing report as well as how to best work the lowering Pearl River, an Atchafalaya Basin report, what's the latest in Venice, what all Jeff has seen from fishermen in Venice that could be improved on and the next big tournament happening in North Pass.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss pogie boat interference and what can be done to address the situation, fishing has been slowing down this past week but White Trout is still on fire and a live bait inventory update.
This week Don reflects on the life of Theophile Bourgeois, a friend and guest of the program who passed four years ago, fishing reports from our many field reporters covering everything from White Trout fishing, how things are hanging in the Atchafalaya Basin and Venice from the Big Boss Bass himself, and what all Daryl is seeing with such incredibly hot water.
Don calls up Julie Grunwald, Director of Hunters for the Hungry, as to what freezer clean out day is and what you can do to help those in need with Hunters for the Hungry.
Don is joined by Sarah Giles to discuss a bit about fly fishing in Louisiana and her recent trip with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert, the in's and out's of fly fishing and how Sarah likes to do it, as well as what all she caught on her recent fly fishing trip.
Don gets together with Brendan Bayard for our Paddler's report to talk a bit about the upcoming Ride the Bull event and how the Bull Reds are fairing this year, as well as a few changes coming to the event, some of Brendan's favorite White Trout fishing holes, and one Grand Isle jubilee that left a mark on him.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com to talk about the deep passes are absolutely packed to the brim with White Trout, the difference between Speckled Trout and White Trout, how the heat has been with Summer starting to wrap up if Mike has witnessed any jubilees and Mikes advice for fishing in this intense heat.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his guests continue the discussion about what a jubilee is and where they've seen them in the past, a few more weather updates and White Trout fishing reports, an update on how Bull Reds will make this year's Ride the Bull one to remember, a Bad Boy of the Week story involving pompanos and what Hunter for the Hungry does for those in need in Louisiana.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to cover Grand Isle with how challenging this past week of fishing has been, Bull Reds report as Ride the Bull gets closer, catching Bulls by accident, and some of Daryl jubilee highlights over the years.
Don is joined by Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod and Gun to discuss how the weather affects your fishing trips, bird sightings around his area, how the Marshes are severely lacking water, how Redfish are looking, and if Kirk has ever seen a jubilee, and what they mean for the local climate and environment.
Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss how hot it has been down in Shell Beach, the fishing has been really good and close to limits but not record-breaking, where Robbie is finding fishing this late into the Summer, boats have been loaded with White Trout and what jubilees are to fishermen.
This week, Don and co-host Cheri Dubuc cover topics ranging from hot and heavy is the White Trout catch in Shell Beach, what exactly a jubilee means to you, and if you have been able to see one, as well as field reports and weather updates from our field reporters and guests as the Summer starts to come to a close.
Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to cover how problematic the salt water is down in Buras, birds are everywhere, how the Redfish are, Tripletail numbers are so high they sound made up, why Ryan likes the river over the Delacroix area, Ryan thinks Teal and Duck season will be fantastic, Trout are popping around Buras, and how many Alligators is Ryan seeing in the area.
Don is joined by new guest Chris Holmes, director of the Louisiana Outdoors Writing Association, the best spots for Speckled Trout, the Louisiana Outdoors Writing Association rewarding some incredible catches this weekend, Chris' kayaking plans this weekend, some Tarpon fishing advice, and some more information on Ride the Bull event coming up!
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss his plans for the weekend, Tripletail fishing around the Venice area, Biloxi marsh fishing report, Mike's advice for staying cool on the boat, and Mike's preference for lithium batteries for his boat.
In the 2nd hour, Don discusses a recent Bad Boy appearance at the monthly commission meeting for the LA Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries, what type of battery is best for your boat, some more information about the Ride the Bull event, some nice kayaking spots for this weekend, a Bad Boy of the Week that would even put Elmer Fudd to shame, and finally is Buras the best place on Earth right now?
Don looks to Grand Isle with Daryl Carpenter, owner of Reel Screamers Guide Service, to discuss how birds sometimes give the best intel, where Daryl and others have found Tripetail nowadays, and where you can grab some White Trout.
Don is joined by Jeff Bruhl to cover all things freshwater fishing as they've slowed down in this heat, Venice is still producing good catches, plenty of Bass and small fish, and Pearl River's gauge is looking like it'll drop really low next week, crab catching in Chef's Pass, and some of Jeff's night fishing tips.
Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to discuss how the heat has been affecting the fishermen, fishing has almost been as hot as the weather but the bites are EARLY, White trout are consistent throughout the day, what Robbie thinks the next fish on the hit list will be, and big changes on the horizon for the bait catching industry.
This week, Don and his field reporters cover everything ranging from changes possibly coming to the bait-catching industry, to catching crabs in Chefs Pass, what you can do to best catch fish at nighttime or when its dark, and how sometimes the best way to find the fish you are searching for is to use... birds?
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to discuss how Tripletail has been this past week, his favorite Tripletail recipe, how things are looking in August for the lodge, some up-coming fly fishing, and Redfish are looking great right now as we try to get them back on track.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard for our Paddler's Report covering why people fish, where Brendan thinks some larger fish are gonna spend the last, a reduction to size for Bull Reds, and how you can get them in the kayak and release them.
Don gets together with Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com to talk about how the Fall is gonna be a great fishing season with what he has seen so far, Mike's taking advantage of the low water level right now, how the Trout catch has been, how to fish in or around high tides, Dudleys Reef update, and more!
In the 2nd hour, Don continues his search for if people tip their charter guides before covering field reports from Mike Gallo to discuss how good the Fall is looking to be based on what we are already seeing, Brendan Bayard to talk about how best to catch and release Bull Reds when in a kayak, and Ryan Lambert to talk about how Redfish are starting to get back on track.
Don calls up the man best fit to tell us about Grand Isle, Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service, as boat traffic is just really down these past couple of weekends, how the tide range could affect fishing this weekend, some Bulls appearing in the passes and along the beach, what bait they were going for, and more!
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina as the weather today is getting hot but the fishing is gonna be even HOTTER, all across the St. Bernard area fish are biting like crazy, and better yet, the catch is varied with Trout and Redfish, but keep an eye on the boat parade in St. Bernard as well today, finally, a shrimp inventory update from Campo's Marina.
As we celebrate our 34th year on the air, Don talks about what's ahead this weekend with the International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo with live updates all throughout the show before calling up Robbie Campo to cover the Shellbeach area as the bites are almost as hot as the weather, Don also poses a question; Do you tip your guides? and finally, Daryl Carpenter for our Grand Isle report to cover how the area has been apart from the Tarpon Rodeo.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert who is calling in from his boat helping some LSU students check out the wildlife, how the fishing is on FIRE down in Buras, and what all Ryan does in showing people the incredible wildlife and environment around them, what are they doing to deal with water contamination, how the water can be fatal to some if they don't have such a strong immune system.
Don connects with Eric Muhoberac for our Paddler's Report to talk about the newest boats and kayaks at Massey's, the team boat program that Massey's has, Massey's upcoming Demo Day, changes in the Ride the Bull event as well as tips and advice, a Mahi-Mahi fishing report, and how to stay cool as a Paddler.
Don calls up Mike Gallo of AAofLA.com for our Born on the Bayou report to cover where Mike's been at, Trout chasing on the outskirts and where Mike would search for Speckled Trout, Red Fish are still struggling, exactly what has led to a lack of Tripletail as well, and where best to find White Trout.
In the 2nd hour, Don talks about what are some of the oddest things he's heard of people eating before calling up Mike Gallo to talk about Trout, Tripletail, and Redfish, Eric Muhoberac to talk about all things Paddling with inventory updates at Massey's, and a demo day, some changes and tips for the upcoming Ride the Bull tournament, Ryan Lambert joins as well to discuss how the fishing in Buras has been and how the water is just perfect right now before Don rounds out the show with his experience eating Snakesheads and what is happening next week for the Great Outdoors!
Don connects with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about the Grand Isle area as the wind is BLASTING, the water has remained clear and clean, how the river being low affects Grand Isle and a White Trout report.
Don gets together with Mitch Jurisich, owner of Delta Marina and councilmember for Plaquemines Parish to talk about how people need to watch out for their limits, how Mitch believes that the "old Empire" is back, a mixed bag for a Redfish report with the river so low, what is new at the Ponderosa, and the water situation over in Empire.
Don calls up the Big Boss Bass himself, Jeff Bruhl to cover the Atchafalaya Basin area as fishing is down over there, Jeff's advice to constantly be on the move, what makes the Red Shad worm so outstanding, fishing reports for Pearl River and Manchac, and Jeff's tips for picking the hook that's best for you.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina down in Shell Beach to discuss how the WINDS are even hot down there, what the best time of the day to fish is, Redfish just aren't showing up, and where Don would recommend to fish AND deal with the heat.
This week, Don sets the schedule before covering the Shell Beach area with Robbie Campo, Jeff Bruhl gives us a report on Manchac as well as why the Red Shad Worm is one of the best baits out there, Mitch Jurisich of Delta Marina gives us a rundown of what's happening in the Empire area as he believes the "Old Empire" is back to its former glory, and Daryl Carpenter joins us on a windy morning from Grand Isle to talk about how the water has remained clean and clear even with the low river affecting the area.
Don is joined by Sunni Nelson, the Training Academy Sergeant for the LA Dept. of W&F, about who the LWAA is and what they do, as well as how you can support the LWAA.
Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to discuss how business has slowed down a bit, duck season bookings, changes to the duck season, Ryan's thoughts on Snakehead, and more.
Don is joined by Brendan Bayard for our Paddler's report to discuss his journey to Jacksonville, how the weather and fish fair over there, what all is coming up for paddler's and some Star tournament updates and advice.
Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to discuss his recent Redfish escapades, Mike's theory on where the missing class of Redfish went, what the LA Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries can do to help fix that issue, and what Mike's seen on Lake Pontchartrain this past week.
In the 2nd hour, Don talks about the newest FAD along the Louisiana coast, what Redfish adventures Mike Gallo has been up to along with his theory on where that one big missing class of Redfish went, Brendan Bayard for our Paddler's report, and Star tournament updates, the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to discuss how duck season changes and bookings are already happening before ending our program talking to Sunni Nelson from the LWAA to talk about who they are and how you can support them.
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about how things have been down in Grand Isle, and how Daryl thinks the new Red Snapper limit increase is an exclamation of the changing times for the industry.
Don is joined by Capt. Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod and Gun to see what's in store for him this weekend in the Hackberry area, how the heat and this wind has been outright ruining fishing plans, Kirk's approach towards the conversation surrounding Redfish, Speckled Trout, and more changes in regulations.
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to talk about how the fishing has been down in Shell Beach and the surrounding area, the new Red Snapper increase to the limit, and where you can find shrimp to cook down in St. Bernard.
This week, Don talks about his upcoming feast on the Snakehead fish, Robbie Campo joins to talk about the new Red Snapper increase and how things have been in the Shell Beach area, Kirk Stansel gives his approach towards the regulation conversation happening to Redfish, Speckled Trout, etc., and Daryl Carpenter about how the times are changing for the offshore charter industry.
Don calls up Sam Hopper, the Director of the CCA Star Fishing Tournament to discuss the many prizes and rewards being handed out that are still available as well as what categories you could join and what you need to catch to take the lead.
Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to talk about the new limit changes to discuss the Redfish, how we got to where we are today, and what Ryan thinks we should do.
Don gets together with Eric Muhoberac for our Paddler's Report to talk about what is happening over at Massey's, what is coming up for Kayaker tournament fanatics, some changes to the way fish are weighed and counted in those tournaments, and a few reports from the coast and Mississippi River.
Don calls up Mike Gallo from Angling Adventures of Louisiana, aaoflcom.com, to discuss Mike's lack of Tripletail so far, Redfish as a by-catch or by focused targeting on the shoreline, what Mike thinks about the new possible Redfish and Speckled Trout regulations and how they could affect his fishing trips.
In the 2nd hour, Don and Cheri talk to Mike Gallo about searching for Redfish along the shoreline and how the new limit changes could affect his fishing trips, what is coming up in the competitive kayaking world with Eric Muhoberac, how the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert would approach the Redfish regulations, and what all you can get from the CCA Star Tournaments from Director Sam Hopper.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about the Grand Isle area, how this past week was the BEST week so far this summer, Trout are everywhere, and beach fishing may be back on the menu!
Don is joined by the Big Boss Bass himself, Jeff Bruhl, to talk about his recent fishing expeditions, what he searches for when fishing in and around cane areas, and what you need in your boat for emergencies.
Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina down in Shell Beach to discuss the recent conversations surrounding Speckled Trout and Redfish limit changes, what tools you should be using nowadays to guarantee your catch, a Lake Borgne fishing report, and what you can do to keep your bait fresh on the boat during this summer heat.
This week, Don is joined by his daughter Cheri as they cover all things fishing and wildlife from Woodsboro, TX. Don gets together with Robbie Campo to talk about the new Redfish and Speckled Trout proposed limit changes. Afterward, Jeff Bruhl joins us to talk about how to fish in cane areas and what you NEED on your boat for any and all emergencies, and rounding out the hour with Daryl Carpenter to discuss how HOT the fishing has been in Grand Isle.
Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to cover Ryan's recent butt-whooping, Trout fishing not as good as he'd like, and the oddity that is the Redfish situation down in Buras.
Don talks to Brendan Bayard about offshore kayak fishing, their recent offshore tournament, what all you are likely to catch out there, Tarpon fishing, what time of the day Brendan is fishing nowadays, and the Kayak division in the CCA Star tournament.
Don is joined by Mike Gallo to talk about what's been working for him fishing-wise during this incredibly strong heat, in the marsh area Trout are looking good but Redfish are lacking, how to use a croaker and where to hook them for the greatest chance of getting a catch, and how are Tripletail looking this summer.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his guests discuss bait preferences and how exactly to use a croaker to the best of its ability, the recent offshore kayak tournament and advice from our residential paddler, a highway Rabbit robbery for our Bad Boy of the Week, and what exactly is happening down in Buras where Redfish are actually UP?
Don gets together with Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to talk about the Grand Isle area, Trout numbers in the area and disputes, this past week of fishing, and how the recent lack of fishing off of beaches.
Don calls up Cap't. Kirk Stansel of Hackberry Rod & Gun to cover this thick and dry summer heat, his best spots for fishing Trout, Reds, and Flounder as the water calms down and lowers, a recent Shark caught that made a splash in the news, and how the weather and water conditions are bringing in more Sharks.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to talk about how hot the weather AND the fishing have been as we head into July, all of the incredible records being set over at Campo's Marina, and the exact steps you need to take when you catch a record-setting fish.
This week, Don and his guests get together to discuss everything ranging from record-breaking catches to how best to deal with the heat and when you should fish during the day, how Trout and Redfish are looking across Louisiana, and if beach fishing is having a bad year or not.
Don is joined by the founders of the Riley John Foundation and Blue Boot Rodeo, Darby & Nicole Bourgeois to talk about the importance of the foundation and the work that they do as well as the upcoming rodeo that they have in July.
Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to talk about how great it is for both saltwater and freshwater fish that the river is so low and how long it could last.
Don is joined by Eric Muhoberac to talk about our Paddler's Report covering anything and everything in the kayaking world as Flouder is starting to pick back up, Eric's luck out in open water compared to smaller hidden spots, and this weather isn't gonna let up anytime soon.
Don gets together with Mike Gallo to discuss this past week of fishing with inclement weather, how his experience with charters and guests with Redfish targeting, Mike's advice to stay cool during these Summer heat spells, and Mike's approach to Catfish cooking.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his guests cover everything from how the current catch bodes well for a good Fall season ahead, how the Gallo family prepares their Catfish, what the inventory is looking like over at Massey's, an interesting device used to catch Catfish for our Bad Boy of the Week case and a discussion with the founders of the Riley John Bourgeois Foundation and Blue Boot Rodeo.
Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter of reelscreamers.com to talk about the Grand Isle area and how important it is to have a group or network of fellow fishermen.
Don calls up Jeff Bruhl, the Big Boss Bass, to discuss his last week fishing as well as Jeff's approach towards catching, cleaning, and cooking Catfish.
Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to talk about why the Trout and Redfish numbers are looking really good heading into July.
This week, Don and his many field reporters get together to talk about how they catch Catfish with National Catfish Day coming up, how the river being so low fairs for fishermen, the rodeo season continues through June, and the importance of having a fishing network.
This week, Don rounds out the program with Mike Calais and Lin Kiger to discuss the 73rd Annual Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo, how the scholarships are given out, awards as well, and what is happening at the rodeo.
This week, Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert as he calls from the marshes in South Carolina, what everybody's been catching with such strong winds making the fishing difficult, Ryan's Father's Day plans, and more.
This week, Don gets the Paddler's Report from none other than Brendan Bayard as they discuss the Offshore Mania tournament that Bayou Coast is putting together next weekend happening down in FL, a Paddler's report for all kayakers, and an update on Mayflies.
This week, Don is joined by Mike Gallo for our "Born On the Bayou" report on how Mike's dealt with the wind, where Mike has been fishing this past week, a CCA fishing seminar that Mike recently spoke at, and more.
In the 2nd hour, Don and the guests cover how they have been busy this Summer as the heat starts to settle, an incredibly windy week on the water this past week, Mike's recent speech at a CCA seminar, Brendan's scoop on the Offshore Mania tournament happening in Florida next week, another female-focused iteration of our Bad Girl of the Week, the "Plastic Man" calls from South Carolina, and a discussion with Mike Calais and Lin Keger about the 73rd Annual Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo.
This week, Don and Daryl Carpenter get together to discuss the Grand Isle area report covering this recent west wind, how the water has faired, reefs down in the Grand Isle area, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Mitch Jurisich as they cover the recent windy weather this past week, Summer is officially settling in, and the 3rd Annual Bullfrog Bash next weekend.
This week, Don calls up Robbie Campo to discuss the windy weather on this coast this past week, his advice to beat the heat, a few hidden spots to fish, some recent tournament catches that have occurred at Campo's Marina, Sheephead fishing report, and more.
This week, Don is back for another week to talk this Father's Day weekend, upcoming rodeos, Red Snapper quotas, a few ways that Robbie Campo recommends to beat the heat, some Black Bears spotted in St. Tammany Parish, the 3rd Annual Bullfrog Bash, how the weather has faired down in Grand Isle, and much more.
The latest on HR-76. Don reveals what's the most aggrevateing insect as voted by you. Also, Don speaks with David Cresson, Mike Gallo, Eric Muhoberac, and Ryan Lambert.
It's a fishing rodeo weekend! Don asks what's the most aggravating insect? The invasion of the snakeheads! Also, Don speaks with Robbie Campo, Jeff Bruhl, and Daryl Carpenter.
This week, Don closes out the show with Robby Matherne to discuss the Cajun Heritage Festival, what the festival celebrates, what activities are happening, a live-duck decoy auction as one of the main events, and much more.
This week, Don is joined by Chris LeCoq, to discuss one of the craziest stories in Louisiana fishing history and the Bayou Wild TV episode that retells this story.
This week, Don gets together with the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert to cover Ryan's take on our Bad Boy of the Week, Ryan's Memorial Day Weekend Plans as he checks off an item from his bucket list, Ryan's mindset towards the peculiar year he believes for the fishing industry ahead, and more.
This week, Don and Eric Muhoberac cover the Paddler's Report to talk about the Dawn til Dusk Fishing Tournament all around the state, Eric's advice if he was in the tournament, Massey's Fish Pics year-long tournament, and more.
This week, Don calls up Mike Gallo from Rigolets Pass, where Mike fished this past week and what he caught, as well as his Memorial Day Weekend plans.
In the 2nd hour, Don talks with Mike Gallo about the weather squall that Mike is seeing out in Rigolets Pass, the Dawn til Dusk tournament as well as a few others that Eric would recommend, an oddball of a case for our Bad Boy of the Week, the "Plastic Man's" crystal ball prediction for the rest of the year, Chris LeCoq and Don recap an incredible fishing tale and how they told it.
This week, Don gets a report from Daryl Carpenter to discuss the Grand Isle area, watching the weather for this Memorial Day Weekend, and how the Speckled Trout fishing has been, Daryl talks about the crabs and how inconsistent the reports have been so far, and more.
This week, Don and Mitch Jurisich get together to discuss how the Summer is gonna shape up as Mitch believes this will be an incredible year for fishing, President's Cup Rodeo happening at Delta Marina in June, Mitch's Memorial Day Weekend plans, and more.
This week, Don calls up Jeff Bruhl to get the inside info on fishing out in the Delacroix area with some stormy weather moving in, where Jeff is looking in that area, what he expects to catch there, Jeff's recent exploratory trips in Pearl River, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Robbie Campo to talk about some storms heading this week, what fishing rodeo Campo's Marina is hosting today, a live-bait inventory update as it's flying off the shelf, a fishing report for this past week, and more.
This week, Don and guests look towards the Summer as Memorial Day weekend hits us, Red Snapper opening season starts, more rodeo opportunities, some live-bait updates from Robbie Campo, a Delacroix fishing report, and some recent Pearl River trips taken by Jeff Bruhl, Delta Marina's President's Cup Fishing Rodeo, and more.
This week, Don calls up Randy Pausina to discuss the program "Tag It", how it works, its importance, and how it can help shape the future.
This week, Don and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert, get together to discuss his Trout fishing this past week, how bookings have been as the heat climbs, as well as swapping memories of previous fishing adventures and more.
This week, Don is joined by Brendan Bayard for our Paddler's Report regarding this Dusk til Dawn tournament that's coming up, how the tournament format will work, where it's going down, how to sign up, and more.
This week, Don calls up Mike Gallo to see where he would recommend catching bass, Mike's week fishing on Lake Pontchartrain, some tips to deal with the summer heat hitting you and your bait, and a Biloxi Marsh update.
This week, Don is getting another update from Louisiana Coastal Conservation Association Director David Cresson about House Bill 576, Redfish legislation, a new reef put down by the CCA, and more.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his guests discuss House Bill 576 and Redfish legislation, a fishing report from Mike Gallo regarding the Lake Pontchartrain area, Brendan Bayard gives us everything we need to know regarding the Dusk Til Dawn fishing tournament coming, an update on a previous Bad Boy of the Week case, the "Plastic Man" and Don reminisce, Randy Pausina talks to us regarding his "Tag It" program, and more.
This week, Don and Daryl Carpenter get together to talk about a Grand Isle fishing report, how big the Trout was this past week, how the Reds have been in Grand Isle and where to find them, advice for Memorial Day weekend, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Capt. Patric Garmeson from Uglyfishing.com to cover the Mobile area for a very sought-after fishing report, what Patric would like to see more of, where in Mobile he's been finding his fish, his outlook on Red Snapper season, and more.
This week, Don calls up Robbie Campo to discuss a weather report as this summer heat starts to settle, bait inventory updates this weekend, Robbie's hopes for everyone fishing this weekend, how this past week was, his late May fishing report, and more.
This week, Don and guests cover Red Snapper's opening next week, Robbie Campo's hopes for fishing this weekend, an update from the LA W&F on the 2023 Turkey season, the beginning of Safe Boating Week, a Mobile fishing report from Patric Garmeson, Daryl Carpenter's Memorial Day Weekend fishing advice, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Andre Suffrin to talk about the 6th Annual Bloody Decks Fishing Rodeo, what to expect, where you can compete, and what you can win and experience.
This week, Don and Ryan Lambert get together to discuss fishing this past week, where Ryan has seen people fishing, the benefits of working with a large and efficient team, what's the "Plastic Man's" favorite plastic to use, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Eric Muhoberac covering Massey's sale and demo days, the craze that was last weekend's Paddler's Palooza as well as who the winner was, a kayak-friendly spot to use this weekend, Eric's client's recent trip where they caught a huge Oyster eater and more.
This week, Don calls up Mike Gallo to talk about his fishing this past week as he tells us what to look out for, what you are likely to catch, how Tripletail is looking so far this year, and more.
In the 2nd hour, Don circles back to texts from listeners before diving back into field reports from the likes of Mike Gallo covering, Eric Muhoberac gives us the Strokin' Report, an update from Massey's and a recap of last weekend's Paddler's Palooza, the "Plastic Man's" fantastic fishing week and his favorite plastic baits, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter to talk about the Grand Isle area fishing report, some of the community holes that are great for fishing, Daryl's advice for fishing around this summer in the Grand Isle area, and more.
This week, Don and Mitch Jurisich talk about the Empire area, how great the fishing has been this past week, Mitch's future fishing rodeo plans, and more.
This week, Don and Jeff Bruhl get together to discuss a highly anticipated report covering Trout next to the causeway, his experience fishing there, what to expect going forward for that, as well as a number of scattered fishing reports that Jeff has for this Mother's Day weekend, dock etiquette, and more.
This week, Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss upcoming fishing rodeos, how the fishing has been in the Shell Beach, and how it will be this Mother's Day weekend.
This week, Don talks to his many field reporters covering weekend fishing reports, with a very sought-after causeway report, updates and plans for fishing rodeos, Jeff Bruhl's recommended dock etiquette, and more.
This week, Don and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert discuss this week's past heavy weather, a fishing report from this past week and weekend ahead, what plastic Ryan is using nowadays, and more.
This week, Don hits up Brendan Bayard who is on location for the 19th Annual Paddler's Palooza today, how it works, what the Palooza has in store for its winners, what you are looking and ikely to catch, and how the weather can affect those fishing there today.
This week, Don and Mike Gallo get together to discuss Mike's plan for this weekend, how the weather could affect his (and your) weekend and Mike's thoughts on what was discussed this past week at the LA Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries.
This week, Don and David Cresson from the Louisiana Coastal Conservation Association changes the bill and its status.
In the 2nd hour, Don gets a call from David Cresson to hear about why House Bill 576 is at a bit of a standstill, Mike Gallo's fishing report, a Paddler's report from Brendan Bayard about the 19th Annual Paddler's Palooza, a repeat offender for our Bad Boy of the Week, and more.
This week, Don and Daryl Carpenter cover this past week of fishing for the Grand Isle area as Daryl says "It's been crazy!", a weather report, and how the beaches have changed around Grand Isle.
This week, Don gives a call to Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to cover the St. Bernard area for a fishing and weather report as well as live-shrimp inventory, and where all you can fish in the Shell Beach area.
This week, Don covers what's happening in the great outdoors this past week and what to look forward to this weekend with the opening of Squirrel season, the 19th Annual Paddler's Palooza, weather reports, and fishing reports ahead of this first weekend of May from Don's field reporters, redfish and feral hog discussion at the LA Department of Wildlife and Fisheries meeting this past week, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Ryan Lambert, the "Plastic Man" to talk about windy weather as he calls in from Texas, good fishing all around this past week as shrimp season opens up soon, what Ryan's got planned when he gets back from his trip, the river up north has flooded, and more.
This week, Don and Eric Muhoberac talk about the Paddler's report with a big Massey's sale up in Covington, what exactly you could look to grab during this sale, how "Paddling Palooza" is coming up soon, kayaker's fishing report, what Eric likes on his spinner blades, and more.
This week, Don and Mike Gallo discuss some Speckled Trout fishing this past week, which bridge produces the bigger fish, where Mike has been hearing about Redfish and Catfish, and more.
This week, Don circles back to David Cresson for another update on House Bill 576 and its status as well as how this bill can affect your life.
This week, Don and his guests discuss House Bill 576 and Speckled Trout fishing this past week, how the Redfish and Catfish have been, Massey's big sale in Covington, another girl joins the Bad Boy of the Week club, the "Plastic Man" calls in from Texas to talk about the incredible week of fishing this past week, and more.
This week, Don calls up Capt. Kirk Stansel to discuss a quick windy weather report, the importance of artificial reefs, Kirk's plans for fishing with windy/rainy weather and what he expects to find, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Jeff Bruhl as they cover a fishing report that has some highs and lows, Jeff's close call on Monday, where Jeff would recommend fishing at Toledo Bend and what to look for out there, Don and Jeff cover some fishing terminology, and more.
This week, Don and Robbie Campoget together to talk about how busy this weekend will be, where Robbie is seeing the fish populate in his fishing report and a live-shrimp inventory update as well.
This week, Don is joined by his many field reporters and guests to discuss the final days of Turkey season, Jeff Bruhl's fish jargon, one of the best kid only tournaments that just opened up registration this past week, some windy weather reports, an update on both recovery and fishing report
This week, Don and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert cover how he hooks his shrimp, where everyone has been fishing with this windy weather, as well as where to look towards this weekend, what's ahead next week following this weather, and more.
This week, Don and Brendan Bayard talk about the Paddler's Report, winners of last week's tournament, and fishing reports for kayakers this weekend.
This week, Don and Mike Gallo get together to cover how the Sam Barbera trip went, next year's Mission 22 trip Causeway fishing reports, Lake fishing report and how the salinity will affect Trout fishing, how Mike hooks his Shrimp, weather, and fishing reports, and more.
This week, Don reconvenes with David Cresson, Director of the Louisiana Coastal Conservation Association, to talk about the importance and status of House Bill 576.
In the 2nd hour, Don circles back to field reports from his fishing reporters, a recap of the Sam Barbera trip, an update on House Bill 576 that is currently in debate in session, our very own version of Breaking Bad for our Bad Boy of the week, and more.
This week, Don and Daryl Carpenter talk about fishing reports for the Grand Isle area, how Daryl hooks his shrimp, what boat Daryl uses and how he trawls for shrimp, and fishing while dealing with such wind in the Grand Isle area and where exactly would be best for that.
This week, Don and Mitch Jurisich cover Turkey season so far, shrimp size, quantity, and pricing changes, what's happening at the Ponderosa, and how the weather has been affecting this fishing season compared to previous seasons.
This week, Don starts off the show by calling up Robbie Campo to talk about Robbie's recent trip to Kansas, the windy weather affecting your fishing this weekend, what fish to look for, where best to find them, and live shrimp inventory over at Campo's Marina.
This week, Don and guests discuss Turkey season so far, field reports regarding fishing and weather causing hiccups this weekend, if the Shrimp industry is on the decline, which ways you can hook and use your live Shrimp when fishing, and much more.
This week, Don calls up Sammy Romano to discuss Chag's Sporting Goods' upcoming Tent sale, their Guide V.I.P. night, some prize drawings, when to stop by to grab your tent, and more.
This week, Don and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert discuss a fishing report where the catch is crazy, what bait the Ryan has seen those using during this fishing frenzy, and what's happening at the Lambert household during this Easter weekend.
This week, Don is joined by Brendan Bayard for the Strokin' Report regarding technology increases in kayaks in and out of tournaments, upcoming tournaments, tournament advice, and more.
This week, Don and Mike get together to talk about an incredible Speckled Trout that Mike caught, an update on the Sam Barbera auction trip, and more.
In the 2nd hour, Don reconvenes with his guests to cover a Speckled Trout for the Ages, upcoming fishing tournaments, an update to the Sam Barbera Auction Fishing
Trip, fishing and weather reports, and much more.
This week, Don and Daryl talk about the Grand Isle area, beautiful water but no fish in the Grand Isle fishing report, how the rain and windy weather have affected fishing, and an Elmer's Isle fishing update.
This week, Don is joined by Kirk Stansel to discuss recent rainy weather in the Lake Charles area, what bait Kirk recommends, Kirk's approach to hunting Redfish, and the change of Red Snapper fishing rules and how they've been received over there.
This week, Don and Robbie talk about Shell Beach fishing, trout fishing, redfish reports for the coming weeks, what bait was best used to catch trout, and some live shrimp/bait inventory updates.
This week, Don is joined by guests and field reporters to discuss fishing updates on this rainy Easter weekend, discussion on Break tags, live-bait inventory concerns, and recent weather issues interrupting your hunting and fishing trips.
This week, Don rounds out his show with a conversation with DJ Rhett about their upcoming crawfish cooking bout.
Don Dubuc is on location at Scott's Marine in Alberta, Alabama.
Dubuc speaks with Lucio Orfenello, Riley Cooper, Mike Gallo, Brendan Bayard, and Ryan Lambert
Don Dubuc is on location at Scott's Marine in Alberta, Alabama.
Dubuc speaks with Robbie Campo, Capt. Patric Garrison, and Daryl Carpenter.
This week, Don and the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert talk about this windy weekend ahead, fishing reports, how the public launches are in Plaquemines Parish, and how the recent news in Mexico affects Ryan's fishing trips down there.
This week, Don and Eric talk all things kayak, how the inventory is looking over at Massey's, advice on how kayakers should deal with these strong winds, and more.
This week, Don calls up Mike Gallo to talk about how the fishing is on Lake Pontchartrain even with all this windy, recent flounder fishing and where Mike found them, and if the wind is enough to deter you from fishing.
In the 2nd hour, Don and guests reconvene to talk more fishing reports, an update on the Spring Fling Bass Thing fishing tournament up at Marsh & Bayou today, and our newest addition to our Bad Boy of the Week.
This week, Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter to talk about the Grand Isle fishing report, tiger shrimp updates, how the weather fairs with this late cold front, and how best to use your time now with a bit of a lull in fishing conditions.
This week, Don and Jeff discuss freshwater fishing in the midst of this colder weather, bass fishing reports from the Big Boss Bass himself, and Jeff's favorite worm for "Wacky Worm" fishing.
This week, Don talks to Glenn Sanchez about this weekend's windy weather conditions, how the water levels are looking similar to winter water levels, and how the fish are reacting to this swift change in the weather.
This week, live from Marsh & Bayou in Mandeville, Don is occasionally joined by Ben of Marsh & Bayou as well as guests to discuss weather and fishing reports, cover listeners' texts and questions, talk about what Marsh & Bayou has for your next outdoors trip and much more.
This week, Don and Ryan discuss this new EPA toxicant bait for hogs, picking blackberries, a new chef filling up the Plastic Man, a Spring fishing report, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Brendan for the Strokin' Report, an insight into one of the biggest on-going tournaments in the country happening this weekend.
This week, Don and Mike get together to cover how the weather faired for fishing, where exactly, some advice Mike has for anglers of all levels, and what tools Mike uses to get the easiest catch.
In the 2nd hour, Don and guests cover all things fishing as the weekend gets underway, advice on where best to hook something, fishing reports from Don's many field reporters, and further discussions regarding these new EPA hog toxicant baits.
This week, Don and Daryl talk about the Grand Isle weather report, the inconsistency of this increase in Trout fishing and where to find them, as well as recent shark issues.
This week, Don and Kirk chat fishing report from the Hackberry area, how the river has been there, what bait Cap't Kirk has been using, and Don gets Kirk's take on the Hog issue and if Kirk has dealt with any.
This week, Don and Robbie discuss the recent tide movement affecting fishing, how the weather ahead is looking, live-shrimp inventory at the moment, and what is the "Nat Alert Report" for this weekend.
This week, Don and guests talk about new developments for hunters and fishermen across the South regarding this government-created hog toxicant, fishing reports as we spring forward through March, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Julie Grunewald of Hunters for the Hungry to talk about the newest addition to their list; the hog!
This week, Don and Ryan get together to discuss the weather conditions with all this wind this past week, fishing reports for this weekend ahead, Ryan's "Eco-Tours", and these new Speckled Trout slot limit recommendations.
This week, Don and Eric cover the demo day happening at Massey's as well as the year-long Massey's kayaker tournament, how Eric faired in it, and how Candy lake is starting to look like its old self again.
This week, Don and Mike talk about a bass fishing report, the Speckled Trout solutions in action, and the problem with using fish to find fish.
This week, Don is joined by Robbie Bowers of Bayou Outdoors to discuss the most recent episode of Bayou Wild TV and fishing in Toledo Bend.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his guests reconvene to discuss fishing reports, recent tournaments, non-profit organizations taking steps to deal with invasive species, and more.
This week, Don and Daryl talk about Grand Isle fishing conditions for this weekend ahead, the Grand Isle fishing report, and the best kept secret in fishing right now in Grand Isle.
This week, Don and Jeff talk about Toledo Bend and how to catch fish up there, how the fishing should shake out these weeks ahead, and tournament updates.
This week, Don is joined by Robbie Campo to cover weather conditions for this weekend and the week ahead, the best places to find fish in such conditions, live bait inventory issues, and recent fishing trips.
This week, Don and his guests get together to discuss all things related to the continuing Speckled Trout discussion, a possible future Redfish discussion, perfect weather conditions, and more.
This week, Don and Mitch get together to discuss what is happening around the Delta Marina, weather reports on this foggy morning, fishing numbers and what to see at the Marina today, and live shrimp inventory over at the Marina.
This week, Don and Ryan talk about this week's Bayou Wild TV episode, how hard it is for newer hunters, and how this warmer weather is affecting the fishing areas around Nola.
This week, Don and Brendan Bayard talk about weather conditions this weekend for kayaking/paddlers, what fish Brendan has been catching this past week, and what that means to the overall fishing population.
This week, Don and Mike discuss Mike's biddable fishing trip, his fishing report this weekend, and his favorite type of corks to use.
In the 2nd hour, Don is joined by guests to talk all things fishing and hunting, our Bad Boy Story of the week, reconvene with Daryl Carpenter on this Louisiana Supreme Court decision, and more.
This week, Don and Daryl talk about a very important Louisiana Supreme Court decision that recently rocked the fishing world and the bill that follows.
This week, Don and Robbie cover fishing reports with this increased temperature, weather reports as fog blankets around us, and the newest addition to Campo's Marina.
This week, Don talks calendar updates as Spring starts to settle, fishing reports as the weather changes to that Summer heat, a Speckled Trout decision, and what fishing and hunting you should be doing this weekend.
This week, Don, joined by his daughter Cheri, to talk with none other than Chef Phillippe Parola about his new book, Can't Beat 'Em, Eat 'Em.
This week, Don, joined by his daughter Cheri, hit up the Plastic Man, Ryan Lambert to talk about this bad weather, its effects on the Mississippi, and Ryan's field report.
This week, Don, joined by his daughter Cheri, get with Eric Muhoberac to discuss the Strokin' Report, "Flaty Frenzy" and Eric's starring role, as well as a quick paddlers field report for this weekend.
This week, Don, joined by his daughter Cheri, talk to Mike Gallo about this previous week's fishing conditions, Blackdrum or Redfish, and how to tell what's been caught.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his co-host Cheri, live from Knoxville, TN, reconvene to discuss all sorts of things of the outdoors with guests and texts from listeners.
This week, Don, joined by his daughter Cheri, call up Daryl Carpenter to discuss his field report on this recent nasty weather and the week ahead.
This week, Don, joined by his daughter Cheri, covers Jeff Bruhl's field reports and updates as well as how best to catch fish this time of year and what tools you can use to help do that.
This week, Don, joined by his daughter Cheri, talks to Robbie Campo about what's what down in Shellbeach, how the week was, and how the weekend ahead looks.
This week, Don and his co-host Cheri are live from Knoxville, TN on the first of a few road shows to discuss all things on the outdoors, field reports with guests, and more.
This week, Don and Ryan get together to talk Ryan's recent trip to Mexico, this past week fishing report, and what his take is on this speckled trout discussion.
This week, Don and Minimalist Challenge Winner, Brendan recap the contest winning strategy, a quick fishing report, as well as the next BCK event happening soon.
This week, Don and Mike reconvene to discuss the best fish to target right now, great tips for bass fishing beginners and experts, and much more.
This week, Don gets Derek from Troops and Tusks, a feral hog hunting tournament that focuses on helping Veterens and non-profit organizations.
In the 2nd hour, Don asks his guests their takes on the speckled trout discussions and the proposed fixed offered up by a fisherman, more fishing reports, and what's to come with the up-coming fishing season.
This week, Don and Daryl get together to talk Grand Isle weather, speckled trout questions and concerns, and more.
This week, Don and Kirk discuss the results of duck season, fishing season as it happens, and more.
This week, Don and Robbie discuss weather conditions this weekend, last week's fishing reports, and what's best to do to prepare for the up-coming fishing season.
This week, Don and his guests talk more about the speckled trout discussion, field reports, sheepshead intel, and much more.
This week, Don and Ryan talk about his recent trip to Mexico, his fishing this past week, customers' go-to bait choice, and what's in store for the Plastic Man.
This week, Don and Eric meet to cover the Paddler's report where Eric talks about the results of the Minimalist Challenge, where to fish this weekend, a demo day at Massey's, and what spots are best right now.
This week, Don and Mike discuss bass consistency and ideal conditions, foggy weather, and how Mike rigs up his guests.
In the 2nd hour, Don and his guests reconvene to cover their areas' fishing reports and more, as well Don covers another Bad Boy of the Week as this edition hits close to home.
This week, Don and Daryl cover Grand Isle fishing reports and weather, and speckled trout talk down there.
This week, Don and Mitch talk about what reports they are hearing, how things are at the Delta Marina, a Chili cookoff benefitting Children's Hospital this weekend, and what the menu will look like for the coming months.
This week, Don and Jeff get together to talk fishing reports, weather to expect for upcoming weeks, and what baits work best during February.
This week, Don and Robbie discuss the previous weeks' weather, how the water fairs today, bait inventory updates and recommended boat maintenance.
Don and his many field reporters cover speckled trout discussions, fishing reports, and more.
This week, Don is joined by Melissa Miller of the Biloxi Boat Show to talk about the up-coming show and what to expect from the show.
This week, Don and the Plastic Man, Ryan Lambert link up to cover what bird Lambert's been on the hunt for in Mexico as well as what is the Plastic Man's favorite rod.
This week, Don and Mike get together to talk about Mike's favorite rod, how the water levels look, and where Mike is recommending you fish today.
This week, Don and Brendan meet to discuss the Strokin' report about the minimalist challenge as he reports from the contest on-site, as well as what is his favorite fishing rod.
In the 2nd hour, Don continues his search for what is everyone's favorite rod, reports from guests and field reporters about fishing this weekend, and another Bad Boy of the week story.
This week, Don and Daryl discuss what's Daryl Carpenter's favorite rod, fishing reports for this weekend, and the minimalist challenge.
Don talks to his field reporters about their favorite fishing rods, upcoming tournaments, how the duck and fishing season has faired so far in 2023 and, responds to texts from listeners all over.
This week, Don and Ryan meet up to talk about the Plastic Man's favorite spinning reel and fishing conditions with this bad weather today leading into the week ahead.
This week, Don and Eric chat about Massey's up-coming Demoday and other events, contests, and tournaments as well as a few hidden spots to fish at today.
This week, Don and Mike discuss what is Mike's preferred spinning reel and some insider information regarding live shrimp across the New Orleans area.
In the 2nd hour, Don reconvenes to talk to listeners and guests about their favorite spinning reels as well as field reports and the Bad Boy of the Week.
This week, Don and Daryl get together to talk about fishing on Grand Isle, and a hopeful fish spawn increase in the coming months as well as how this weekend's weather will treat the Grand Isle area.
This week, Don and Jeff discuss Jeff's recent trip and fishing in some up-coming tournaments as well as a little tip-off for fishing during Jan./Feb.
This week, Don and Robbie cover this weekend's weather woes, hunting and fishing in the days ahead, and the live shrimp inventory around the city today.
This week on the program, Don and his many field reporters cover the weekend's bad and rainy weather, how it will affect fishing and duck hunting as well as some fishing news developments as we push further into the late winter season.
This week, Don and Captain Kirk get together with Kirk calling from the duck blind while he gives his take on the start of the split so far and a fishing report for his neck of the woods.
This week, Don gets Brendan Bayard for our paddling report where Brendan and Don discuss trout responding well, this cold snap and how to fish in them, and Brendan's experience with rainbow trout.
This week, Don and Mike get together to talk about where to fish this week and what exactly you could or should be targeting.
This week, Don and Daryl reconvene about where to find sheep heads and how the fish are in a bit of limbo currently.
This week, Don and Robbie cover the beginning of the split, how the hunting and fishing has been so far, and where the line is on bait inventory this weekend.
In the 2nd hour, Dubuc and guests discuss their fishing and hunting reports as we carry on into late winter, a look to see how the weather is affecting the spots and wildlife, and Don's case for this week's Bad Boy of the Week.
This week, Don and his many field reporters get together to discuss the opening of the hunting split, some cooking adventures that Don has recently been on and much more.
This week, Don and Ryan discuss fishing with the increased river height cause of the recent weather and what you could possibly catch and even better cook during your fishing escapades this weekend.
This week, Don and Eric reconvene to talk kayaks, and where to fish in kayaks with this cooler weather in and around the city.
This week Don and Daryl discuss Grand Isle, redfish and trout, and this flip-flopping weather.
This week, Don and Jeff cover the best Bass spots in the city this week as well as the up-and-coming tournaments that are happening soon.
This week, Don and Robbie catch up on what Robbie did over the holidays with a special trip to Kentucky and more.
Don and his many field reporters reconvene to discuss the fishing reports for the first weekend of the year as the fish regroup in this winter weather, the "Wabbit" case that makes our Bad Boy of the Week and Strokin' Report, where to kayak, where to get a kayak and what to expect this weekend for fishing.
This week Don and his guests look forward to 2023 and discuss these winter fishing conditions, up-and-coming tournaments, and much more.
This week, Don and Ryan discuss each of their 2022 adventures and look towards to future to see what 2023 has in store for them.
This week, Don and Brendan cover where to fish during this cold weather rebound and any future events that will lead us into early 2023.
This week, Mike joins Don to tell a story about his recent deer hunting trip and if there are any possible kill reports out there.
Don and Mitch convene on Mitch's way to the deer stand where they cover the year at large and look for what's to come.
Don and Glenn, filing in for Robbie Campo, cover any possible fish kill reports due to recent weather, and suggestions for what and where to fish this weekend.
Don and guests come back in the second hour to discuss their favorite trips and memories of the year and look forward to 2023, and Don recounts the story of the winner of the title Bad Boy of the Year.
This week Don and guests reminiscence about the year at large, talk about this year's nominations for the Bad Boy of the Year, and what's to come in the new year.
This week Don and Ryan talk about a possible fish kill report and where the fish are all going due to this intense cold.
This week Don and Robbie cover the local freeze and where, if at all, to fish with freezing cold temperatures.
This week Don and Mike reminisce about previous cold weather fishing trips and how brutal this winter is affecting the water and wildlife.
This week Don and Eric discuss upcoming events and tournaments as well as tips for paddling in cold weather.
This week Don and Daryl discuss fishing difficulties with such cold weather and possible fishing kill reports.
This week, Don and Jeff cover late minute gift ideas and how the fish are fairing in this incredibly cold weather.
This week, Don and Janie convene with guests and discuss their recent pheasant hunting trip as well as who the Bad Boy of the Week is.
This week Dubuc is joined on location in Franklin, Texas by Janice Leaumont as they field calls form guests, and texts from listeners, and discuss their recent pheasant trip as well as some pheasant recipes.
This week, Don gets a call from Kirk who covers his experience so far in the blinds while duck hunting.
This week, Don talks to Ryan as he is on-location calling in from a duck blind to give some first-hand accounts of this duck season.
This week Don and Brendan talk about how the weather isn't the best for kayaking but the fishing is rewarding, as well as going over the upcoming events for fishing.
This week, Don and Mike give advice on fishing after these recent thunderstorms and his experience on fishing in deep holes.
This week, Don and Daryl cover how the catch has been with the ups and downs of recent weather and what the secret is for finding fish during and after a storm.
This week, Don talks to newly elected Councilman Mitch Juirisch about what he can do for fishermen and what the holidays have in store for him.
This week, Don and Robbie cover how the recent storms have affected the fish and where to find fish on windy days.
Don reconvenes with his guests about where to fish this week, upcoming events, who the Bad Boy of the week is, and Christmas gift ideas for you and yours.
This week Don and Eric talk about the best Kayak lovers gift ideas for Christmas and how the inventory over at Massey's looks.
This week Don and Robbie discuss the thick December fog and how the first spilt went for them
This week Don and Margaret talk about the Pointer Rescue Rescue & Foster Program and how you could help yourself or others foster dogs.
This week's Bad Boy of the week follows the case of the imposter Duck Guy, Don speaks to guests about Don's favorite way to fish, The Pointer Rescue Rescue and Foster programs, and much more with Don and his guests on the Louisiana Great Outdoors Show with Don Dubuc.
Don talks about keeping an eye out for birds suffering from Avian flu, how to deal with this December fog, the news about Alabama looking to limit the over-fishing of red snapper, and much more on The Louisiana Great Outdoors Show with Don Dubuc.
This generation suffers from NDD (Nature Deficit Disorder). Kids today need to put the technology down and get outdoors.
Adjusting to the new 15 fish, 13 1/2" Trout regulations, and the environmental impact. Raffle to help local fisherman Rodney Wagley with legal fees.
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts, Captain Mike Gallo's Report, The Kayak Paddler's Report, Those Bad Boys, Captain Ryan's Report and More Of Your Texts
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts along with visits from Robbie Campo, Jeff Bruhl, and Daryl Carpenter.
Don talks about the opening of teal season and gets you a fishing report from Grand Isle.
Don Dubuc talks to people around the state on the best fishing and hunting spots from those areas.
Don previews this weekend fishing and hunting in Louisiana and other parts of the South.
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts, Captain Mike Gallo's Report, The Kayak Paddler's Report, Those Bad Boys, Captain Ryan's Report and More Of Your Texts
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts along with visits from Robbie Campo, Jeff Bruhl, Kirk Stansel, and Daryl Carpenter.
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts, Captain Mike Gallo's Report, The Kayak Paddler's Report, Those Bad Boys, Captain Ryan's Report and More Of Your Texts
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts along with visits from Robbie Campo, Jeff Bruhl, Kirk Stansel, and Daryl Carpenter.
Don Dubuc gets Captian Mike Gallo's Report, Eric Muhaberac's Kayak Paddler's Report, and talks to special guest Amanda Shaw about her new song "Louisiana Saturday Nights" with New Orleans rapper Choppa.
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts, Captain Mike Gallo's Report, The Kayak Paddler's Report, Those Bad Boys, Captain Ryan's Report and More Of Your Texts in Hour 2 - 08-06-22
The Outdoor Show includes Your Texts, Captain Mike Gallo's Report, The Kayak Paddler's Report, Those Bad Boys, Captain Ryan's Report and More Of Your Texts in Hour 1 - 08-06-22
Information on The Northshore and the lakes, the Kayak report, Ryan Lambert's report and a look on the west side of the state.
Mayor David Carmadell joins Don to give us an update on the recovery efforts in Grand Isle.
Jay Vise joins Don to talk about how Second Harvest Food Bank is helping out the community.
Jim Donelon joins Don to talk about what you need to know when it comes to filing an insurance claim.
Gordon Dove joins Don Dubuc to talk about the latest recovery process in Houma and the surrounding area.