Alexandria, LA USA

Anybody got any reports of teal yet?

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 11:01:20 PM

Pelham, AL United States

In response to SmokeyTail

Go here for weather data.  PSTL1 has wind at Southwest Pass.  42040 has wind and wave height plus lots more.  42363 (Mars) has current.

http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/maps/WestGulf_inset.shtml

At the page for each you can also access a wind map.  Go to the home page for other data.  The floaters, e.g. 42040 are intersting to watch when storms come in, but they're usually knocked off anchor by direct hits.  42040 got up to 60 foot waves in Ivan before losing anchor and shutting down.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 10:48:45 PM

Covington, LA United States

In response to Russell

Russell, that video was shot by Chas Champagne and Terry Googins back on 7/25/08 for Sportsman's Paradise. If you type Chas Champagne on the search archives, you will see the date when he posted it. I saw it, and I believe it has a lot of other footage before you get to the Lake Pont. segment. You may want to contact Chas and ask if he can send it to you directly, or help you locate it better. Cyberbill.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 9:01:34 PM

Baldwin, LA USA

I was down in Leeville, Fouchon area
back in July.We were fishing in a canal that I was told we could fish.I heard about this canal from Mr Bobby  Between the banks fishing show.I think the canal was called the piling canal.It is located down Bayou LaFouche a little bit pass the Havoline canal.We got ran out of the canal and were told it is posted.Can anyone tell me if it is posted or not.If it is I need to know why did I get runout, but Mr Bobby Between the banks could film a show.

                    Thanks, Noahs arc

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 8:59:34 PM

jackson, MS United States

In response to Seawall Skipper Sam

In Italy they fry all sorts of seafood and call it frito misto.  Includes squid, octopus,
shrimp and a variety of fish and minnows.  The minnows are actually pretty good.  My
theory is that if it looks like a bream it's probably ok to eat.  One afternoon on the dock
in Venice the favorite sashimi fish was the lowly white trout.  I voted wahoo but was
outnumbered.  I've enjoyed sailcat fried with hot sauce on a fish sandwich at 0100 as
well as shark (maybe blacktip) on the same occasion.  The Mike Lane's fish book says
the hardhead cat is good but I dont know anyone who's tried it.  I've often looked at a
handsize pinfish and wondered "why wont a snapper eat this--I would."  Sounds like
you've settled the issue.  
I think it would be a truly dark day if I had to eat a ladyfish, a remora or a hardtail--
they are so rank in the livewell even fresh-dead.  Otherwise just about anything else
better watch out if I'm hungry.
Good luck y'all with the storm.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 8:29:01 PM

shreveport, LA USA

CAT FISHING: just had to go fishing last weekend and couldn't go down to the marshes,so went to red river with a fishing buddy.spent the night just below the Coushatta locks either in the boat or on a sandbar there.put in and threw cast net for bait around bridge at launch ramp-about to take off and the bottom fell out.after the rain thought about calling the trip off but went anyway.came in about 10am the next day:  26 pound blue- 42 pound flathead-5 more 8-15 pounds.all on live bait or cut shad. as usual we had to catch a gar and several goo and trash fish.I thought we were fortunate to do that good after that storm. HEAT THE OIL!   pat

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 8:25:02 PM

Baldwin, LA USA

I was headed down to Fouchon,Leeville
area for some Speck and Reds,before the storm hits.I would appreciate any advice are hotspots on where I might find some fish.

                      Noahs Arc

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 8:20:57 PM

Diamondhead, MS United States

In response to Duckmen11

There was a story on the business page of the local paper: Sun Herald a year or so ago concerning Rebates, warning of the problems trying to collect.

I personally had a problem with some item, don't recall what it was, but finally went to the place of purchase, and after much wailing and gnashing of teeth they applied the advertised rebate to my credit card. I never heard from the rebate company.

It wasn't pretty but results were obtained.FYI.....Bill

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 8:00:39 PM

Central, LA USA

I undersood there was a video of some of the better Ponchatrain fishermen showing how to fish the causeway.  I have not been able to find it..I sure could use some help out there..

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 7:54:54 PM

Rayne, LA USA

Updating news on an event from last year, today my cousin went fishing in Cameron near the jetties.  While there, he spotted a pink dolphin in the Calcasieu Ship Channel around Monkey Island.  It was feeding with a larger group and stayed around his boat for 15 minutes.  It appeared to be slightly smaller than the typical size of the rest of the pod.  No camera on board unfortunately.  Perhaps this is the same one that was spotted last year in the area.  If you recall, last year, the pink one that was spotted was swimming in formation with another larger one.   He said there were no odd or identifying marks on it and was solid pink.  

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 7:35:42 PM

metry, la United States

In response to Duckmen11

Duckmen11, I had the same experience with Office Depot 3 years ago. I purchased 2 computers and was due a rebait of 1,200 for both. What a joke! I had threaten to sue office depot, but to no avail. I would have protested in front of the business with signs, but my contract was up and moved out that area. Tell everyone and Thanks for the tip about Lowrance!

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 6:59:45 PM

N.O., LA USA

Can anyone give us a wind and fishing report from Venice (offshore) today? Thanks!

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 6:25:18 PM

Raceland, LA USA

GPS Rebate Nightmare!!!!!
This could be the worst dealing I have ever had with a company before in my life. I purchased a lowrance 525lx GPS unit with hopes of recieving a FREE nauticpath card thru a special offer that lowrance was running. This rebate is a scam or a joke from what I am gathering. I have dealt with over 15 different people and probably 10 phone calls to no avail. I am fed up with the rebate company and Lowrance themselves for not backing up there advertisements. It is now 3 1/2 months since I originally was told it should be in the mail and arriving at my mailbox in 10-15 days. I have contacted a Kent Patterson a customer complaint specialist and I use the term very losely, with the rebateshq company and have his cell # and still no chip. I am wanting to warn all anglers and or hunters in the state do not be fooled by the rebate deal that these guys are offering.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 5:00:24 PM

Hopedale/Delacroix, LA USA

Hello again everyone!!!

An apology for not posting lately because thanks to the creators of Spyware, Adware, Trojans, etc., I have been off line. But now I am back.

The past month has been iffy with the stiff northwest and west winds, making it filthy and low inside and next to impossible to get outside. I've been forced to reschedule a lot more than wanted. On the better weather days I've still been running. Some big trout still in the mix deep in the Sound up to 5.5lbs, with one day catching 3 over 5lbs. I'll be putting up some pictures in the next day of recent trips.

Hopefully this storm will amount to nothing we will be back up and running in full next week.

**ATTENTION**

If anyone wants to get a trip in before the storm....I have tomorrow and Friday open which are looking ideal to get in the Sound!! Call me direct @ 504-259-5304.

OUGHT TO BE FISHING CHARTERS.....it's what you "OUGHTTA" be doing!!!!

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 4:40:32 PM

Metairie, LA USA

I knew it would happen. I'm trying to catch a pinfish and get everything but a pinfish. Anyway I did wind up getting 2 fair size ones to try. Also got a keeper white trout and a channel mullet. By the beach. I stopped by the London ave canal and got a couple of throw back croakers, but a fellow was there with live shrimp. He got a couple of nice trout while I was there. Said he got the shrimp from a place on Poland Ave. Don't know where he means. Anyway I fried up the pinfish like you would a perch. Surprised me. The meat was real white and tender. More like a perch then a croaker. Tasted pretty much like a fresh water perch. Not bad at all.If I catch one or two, I'll think about keeping them, but won't fish for them though. Thank you.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 4:11:07 PM

kenner, LA USA

Hello all fellow fisherman this is Capt. Nick with Bourgeois Charters in Lafitte. I’m here to offer a deal of a lifetime. Due to a large group that cancelled with us we now have a few boats open for the remainder of the week. We are offering trips available during this time for 3 or 4 people for the price of 2!!!! Come on down and get on some of these redfish that are just cruising the banks awaiting YOUR cast. Redfish and bass have been plentiful and I'm sure there is plenty more out there. The weekend looks like a good one with good weather and a healthy tide. Come catch some fish with us and have a memorable trip. Make sure you tell them you want NICK'S BLUE LIGHT SPECIAL!!!!!!!!

Thanks Capt. Nick
504-341-5614
www.neworleansfishing.com

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 2:51:09 PM

Buras, LA USA

Anybody been down towards Buras lately? I haven’t
seen many reports lately and was going to sneak in a
trip on the inside Saturday morning if the water
wasn’t in too bad of shape. (I had heard a while back
it was pretty much river water, hope that has
changed)
thanks!

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 1:38:21 PM

Ponchatoula, LA USA

Come on guys- fuel up, send off the wife and kids and purdy dogs- cut the chickens and horses loose, unhitch the boat strap, load up the dog, a few MRE's, and the 12-gage, point her into the wind, and hang on!!! GOD NEVER STRAPS YOU WITH MORE THAN YOU CAN HANDLE. EVER. God speed. Pray Hard.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 1:24:56 PM

new orleans, LA USA

was thinking about heading to BSM tomorrow any reports from today or what do you think ?? any responses will be appreciated

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 11:46:19 AM

Slidell, La United States

In response to seabird

The fishing, shrimping and Crabbing were out of sight after Katrina. My brother and his son were sinking their boats with crabs and shrimp and the only thing limiting the amount of trout caught in the biloxi marsh was the amount of people you could leagly put in the boat.I don/t know if it's worth it though, I had 7 ft of water in my house and my brother had a tree thru his roof.Got plenty insurance now.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 10:43:58 AM

Diamondhead, MS United States

In response to seabird

Yeah, you can probably catch them in your backyard! Say your prayers!...BB

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 10:43:14 AM

Grand Isle, LA USA

The latest run of the forecast models seems to show that the models are starting to disagree a little bit. Where it had us in the bullseye, it seems that some are starting to carry this storm further to the west. Maybe there is hope.....

Let's keep our fingers crossed.

For any of you that are not in the area and have not checked, N.O. radio is reporting that the Governor will most likely initiate contra flow Saturday IF the storm continues to head toward New Orleans. If this happens, Grand Isle will not be far behind in calling for evacuations. If you have interest on the island you should make your plans accordingly.

Looks like we are going to be able to sneak our trip in on Friday then be on evacuation watch the rest of the holiday weekend.

If anyone needs an extra set of hands on the island, don't hesitate to call, if we have all of our stuff taken care of, will be glad to help.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008 @ 8:35:25 AM

metairie, LA USA

Do you think this storm coming from the south will carry trout and redfish (and other fish) inshore to the marsh with it?

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 10:26:48 PM

marrero, LA USA

just posting some pics from sunday the 17th at the secret spot

 secret secret

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 9:00:04 PM

Delacroix island, LA USA

                          The Good bad and the ugly !

Looks like were in the crosshairs again almost three years to the day of the last fiasco.
The good is if it weren’t for the levee breaks on the last one we all would have stayed pretty much safe and dry.
Those levees have been reinforced and are a little taller than before.
The levee in the Verret area from Florisant to hwy 46 in St Bernard are by far stronger, taller and reinforced like never before which offers plenty of help on incoming surge.
The MRGO is still left untouched and with the thought of them closing it off at Bayou La Loutre doing any good in the first place that’s just a waste of time and an insult to intelligence ...but look at who were dealing with.
If they don’t close it off at the beginning of the channel it’s like putting a NO TRESPASSING SIGN in the back room of your house....IT’S ALREADY IN !!
The better luck is the river is pretty low as well as the tides but we all know how fast tides will rise during the approach.
The best news of all is here we are a week away from it even being in the gulf and we are all concerned already which again gives us plenty of time to prepare and seek higher ground for safety so we don’t get caught on the evening news hollering at the people who are there to rescue you because they took so long and you were too stupid to leave in the first place!

I have an evacuation plan to be put into effect which goes as follows:

All residents of St Bernard head north on 47 to I 10 either east or west bound then north again till safe.
All engineers head to the rocks and protect the MRGO making a human chain wall
All politicians head to Lee Circle !
,,,WORKS FOR ME

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 6:33:21 PM

Port Fourchon, LA USA

go to www.stormpulse.com  It's the best most accurate hurricane/storm tracker that i have found.  Hope this cold front coming in redirects this bastard due SOUTH!!  Good luck to everyone and shoud it come our way, make sure your take care of eveyone early, including your pets and other animals!!

God Bless and may he look after and keep us all safe!!

Cap'n Z

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 6:17:06 PM

kville, IA USA

When does duck season open
thanks

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 5:35:19 PM

Delacroix Island, La United States

In response to Hurricane Watcher

You know you are right.I was just a kid for Besty,and now I am reaching 55yrs.old in November,and Katrina was my last re-build I'll ever do.When I'm in Delacroix I see so much change it ain't funny.A whole culture is lost,not very many Isleanos living down here now.Most bought houses else where,and a few are traveling to make a living down here.Most I talked to say this was the last time too.St. Bernard is just making a small come back,BUT you get another one like Katrina and just watch how many will return.Yea Hurricans are a part of life down here,but it comes to a time when you say the heck with it.

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 4:47:06 PM

Youngsville, LA USA

Good fishing day in Cameron, limited out on Red Fish.

 Red Fish Limit

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 4:43:16 PM

The City Redfish F0rgot, LA USA

Guys, all jokes aside - if u can't live with these 'canes, then u living in the wrong place!  These things will always hail down on this place, whether you wanna stick a fork in it or not.

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 4:21:31 PM

Kenner, LA USA

Hello all fellow fisherman this is Capt. Nick with Bourgeois Charters in Lafitte. Im here to offer a deal of a lifetime. Due to a large group that cancelled with us we now have a few boats open for the remainder of the week. We are offering trips avaiable during this time for 3 or 4 people for the price of 2!!!! Come on down and get on some of these redfish that are just cruising the banks awaiting YOUR cast. Redfish and bass have been plentiful and I'm sure there is plenty more out there. The weekend looks like a good one with good weather and a healthy tide. Come catch some fish with us and have a memorable trip. Make sure you tell them you want NICK'S BLUE LIGHT SPECIAL!!!!!!!!

Thanks Capt. Nick
504-341-5614
www.neworleansfishing.com

 Box ShotFilled to the RIM

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 1:25:46 PM

Delacroix Island, La United States

In response to JAKE T. SNAKE

A-MEN Brother,I'm with you on this one.If something like that were to hit us now you can stick a fork in this whole area.Not funny at all!!!!

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 12:32:13 PM

Mandeville, LA USA

Questions to the Offshore Captains.

What is your preferred Stand-Up rod for a 50W for chunking/live baiting/tuna fishing.  Looking for Length, Brand, Model #, All rollers or just tip and stripper, fixed or removable butt.

What is your preferred line color for spectra backing (JB Line One).

Thanks in advance for your knowledge and the input.

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 11:15:19 AM

Grand Isle, LA USA

Following up to what Captain Devlin said about a "not so warm feeling about this storm." The forecast models are projecting entering the gulf saturday as early stated. I found this link on another site this morning and thought i would share it. Friday and saturday are open if anyone wants to get their tuna fix before Gustav makes his presence in the northern gulf. Be safe.
Captain William Wall
Pelagic Charters
below is the link
http://moe.met.fsu.edu/cgi-bin/gfdltc2.cgi?time=2008082606-gustav07...

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 9:58:28 AM

Venice, LA USA

It looks like we will get back to fishing tommrow. We have spent way too much time land locked this week. The Fishing was spectacular when we got pushed off of the water. The tuna were slurping down hard tails like they were crazy. It looks like we may get pushed off of the water next week as well. Gustav looks like it may enter the gulf as a Cat 3. That gives us a not so warm and fuzzy feeling.

We still have an opening on Friday and Saturday on a 26 Glacier bay if you want to get in on the harvest. The fish should be on a serious chew before this next disturbance.

Reel Peace Charters

(504)481-1327

www.Reelpeace.com

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 9:46:50 AM

Venice, LA USA

Boy did I start Thursday off on the wrong foot. I
totally forgot to that I was supposed to get my
guys from Venice marina. Needless to say we not
exactly Secratariat out of the gates. Good thing is
that the fish decided to make up for lost time. The
first 5 baits produced 4 fish and we didn't miss a
hit (See attached pict). Not too shabby. We picked
up one more and called it a day.

Friday was a day that will be remember for a
while. We ripped 5 for 6 yellows in the box up to
80lbs when we ran out of good bait. The fish were
still there, but didn't want the magnum hardtails
we had. We decided to cheat a little and fly the
kite. BooYaa. Big fish on heavy tackle. Daddy likes.
We got that tuna in when I saw a baracudda
hitting the flat line. What the heck, Let one on the
10yr olds on board fight him. OOOOOPPPPPSSS.
The eyes are the first thing to go. It ended up
being a 40lb wahoo ON MONO. Ok so we're having
a great day. What next? Let's see what's behind
door number 2? BLUE MARLIN!!! The 300lb blue
only made one jump before heading south. It took
us 50 min but we got her up to the boat. We
decide to call it a day when someone decides an
AJ would just be the cherry on top. Let's see what
behind door #5? How about a 75lb warsaw.  Are
you kidding me? No cherry, but no complaints
either.

 Nerves of steelGREED GETS YOU NOWHERE!!!

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 9:35:04 AM

LAFAYETTE, LA United States

In response to GUSTAV

I for one, do not think this is the least bit funny or can't even imagine what a cat 5 would do to our coast. We are still many many years away from recovering from katrina. Please do not even attempt to explain why anyone in thir right frame of mind would like to put a humorous slant to this. Lets all pray that this storm does not come here or anywhere even close to our state. Thatnks for letting me rant. Jts

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 9:25:06 AM

Pierre Part, LA USA

Ally Cat Scores Again

Headed out of bridge side Friday night to try out luck for tuna. Had to dodge several storms on the way out but the seas were fairly calm. We arrived at our location about 10 PM and within 5 minutes we had our first hook up. We fished all night and ended up with a load of black fin and one good yellow. We headed back in about 7:30 and the 5-7 gave us a beating but it was all worth it when we threw the tuna on the grill the following night. Thanks Tyson for another great trip.

 YellowDanny's first blod

Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 9:18:40 AM

Kenner, LA USA

Pics from Saturday.