Shell Beach, LA USA

Hello Anglers!

I just want to give a report down from the Beach! MONSTER Specs were caught out in the Breton Sound area by Central and the surrounding rigs. Some nice reds and specs were also caught in the marsh.

For those looking for a quick evening trip, we had 3 guys leave out of Campo's at 4pm and they returned to the marina with 35 specs and only burned 6.5 gallons of gas right by the pilings and fort just a short ride from the dock.

So when the weather and tide are on your side, ya'll come on down and see us in Shell Beach!

I also want to let you all know that we are currently cast-netting for some live shrimp. We have been doing pretty well in the evening time catching about 800-1200. We will not have any for tomorrow due to the weather conditions, but we will have market shrimp and cocahoes. We will try to have to have some live shrimp for Saturday. Get there early to make sure you can get some of Campo's finest live shrimp!

Ya'll come on down and see us! We appreciate your business!

Thanks,
Blackie, FJ, Michael, Robert, & Blake  

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 8:09:46 PM

Westwegp, LA USA

Good evening, fellas!

Many of you have emailed me or called Skipper B to answer questions regarding your trailers.  I am always happy to help you with sharing information to keep you all safe and having a good time.

Bob Gourges from Between the Banks saw some of our discussions in the forum section and contacted me about doing a segment on his show on trailer maintenance.  He came to Skipper B a couple of weeks ago, backed in with the rig he uses for professional fishing and told us to check out his trailer for him.  It was a great experience, except for when he made me speak on camera with my southern voice, lol.

If you are interested in things you should pay attention to on your trailer or possibly learning something you may not have known, check out the video.  Just go to RnR TV to see it...it starts with an image of Bob and his white truck.

It is my sincere hope that this is helpful to some of you and will possibly keep you guys from having problems down the line that could have been prevented.  Please let me know what you think!

Jo Anna

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 8:00:26 PM

arabi, LA USA

anyone have any reports for the point-a-la-hache area. like to fish there, but haven't been in about a month. last trip we knocked out the reds.
steve

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 7:39:58 PM

Kenner, LA USA

What area is consideres the "back of Hopedale"? I'm thinking it's Hopedale Lagoon / Lake Ameda...?? Can someone educate me??

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 7:17:05 PM

Lafitte, LA USA

WHEN GIVEN LEMONS....

Capts Mike Helmer and James Wilson had the pleasure of fishing with the Dr Jerry McClarren party on Tuesday and Wednesday. This crew consists of a bunch of really nice guys from Indiana who like to fish. We hadnt seen them for a couple of years so it was good to get re-aquainted. As luck would have it, the wind blew 15 to 20 knots both days. What is up with the windy months of May the last few years? This is the time of year to catch big speckled-trout in the spawning grounds isnt it? Well it used to be! Nowadays it seems like we get better trout fishing weather in March when the fish are in transition and hard to find. So what do you do when the weather gives you lemons? Why you make lemonade of course. You find a shrimp boat and you get some of those fresh little brown shrimp, get into the protected marsh and catch some fish!

This is exactly what Capts Mike and James did with the guys from Indiana. They managed to catch a bunch of fish of all kinds as is evident in the pictures from the Day 2 trip posted with this report. I guess this is why we really are fortunate to fish in such a productive estuary as the Barataria Bay Estuary. Even in tough conditions a great catch is still possible. Thanks to the entire bunch of guys with the Mcclarren Party for another fine charter. We really enjoyed fishing with you guys and hope to see y'all again real soon.

ALL FISH CAUGHT ON H&H SOFT PLASTICS AND OF COURSE SHRIMP ON POWER-PRO LINE.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BOOK A TRIP WITH LAFITTE'S MOST PROFESSIONAL FISHING TEAM VISIT OUR E-MAIL AT CAPTPHIL1@BELLSOUTH.NET OR DROP US A LINE AT 504-689-2006.

GOD BLESS AND GOOD FISHING

CAPTAIN PHIL

 DR JERRY MCCLARREN PARTY

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 7:12:28 PM

Clinton, MS United States

In response to joe pulliam

I ran Tiger recently in a 42'Riviera drawing approx 4' with no problem  But I would recommend watching the tide and do it at high tide as a precaution.  

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 7:01:37 PM

SHELL BEACH, LA USA

CURVE BALL THIS MORNING!!!!!!!! With the wind forecast 15-20 I figured it would be too rough to get outside and get on the trout. Told the Dr. Mike Hanemann group today to come down late so we could catch redfish. It blew all night and got flat this morning for 3 hours. Looked like it would be a good trout morning. Mike Hanemann and his group Dr Tom Ferlic his wife Janet and daughter Jessica along with Dr Joe Laughlin and his wife Linda. The Ferlic or from Omaha Neb. and Laughlin from Baton Rouge. Jessica is graduating from Loyola. Jessica had the hot hand for the day. She had little experience and was casting like a pro. Every time I looked up the girls had another fish on. Talk about fun!!!!! We left the dock about 10:30 this morning. The tide was rising and the wind had picked up in the SE to 15-20. We fished in the back of Hopedale with dead shrimp and a popping cork catching 25 reds, 1 puppy drum and 1 trout. They called it a day at 4 pm and said they had enough fish and a great trip. The three ladies in the group with very little fishing experience put a whooping on the guys catching some pretty reds. A good time was had by all!!!!! Wind is howling and the tide is high. It will be another redfish day tomorrow. We will let you know how we do.

 Dock Shotgroup dock shot

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 5:54:05 PM

HOPEDALE, LA USA

BIGFISH/HOPEDALE/ BRETON SOUND

Finally the "magic potion" has arrived...LIVE SHRIMP!  We have been running REDFISH/MARSH trips for the past week with moderate/good success and TROUT once or twice when the WINDS gave us a day.

The SHRIMP are not readily available yet though...Boogie is cast netting with some success...the guys next door at the Beach have been getting some and Wow,the Speckled TROUT are ready!

Today we got our hands on 40 Shrimp and Kerry along with guests Debbie and Marion from Birmingham turned them into 40 SPECKLED TROUT...got some on plastic then the WINDS kicked up and the "broken-record" started playing...TROUT are there...need a weather break!

REDFISH are still plentiful in the Marsh...TROUT are ready...Shrimp are real close as this MOON comes in this weekend.  It is time!

CALL 504-610-6914 or WWW.THEBIGFISH.NET w/ACCOMODATIONS!

CAPT. BARRY

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 4:54:33 PM

new iberia, LA USA

Fished Cocodrie marsh ponds Tues. 10am-2pm, with very windy conditions. I caught five reds 16-30inches and one trout 17inches, just as my trowling motor batteries were running out of juice. All the fish were caught with a quater-once jighead and a LSU minnow on it. I really fished hard to get my limit of reds, but I loved every minute of it!

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 4:53:15 PM

marrero, LA USA

try a tica doplhin 10000
can put about 100 yds of 30 mono and 400 yds of 80 braid

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 4:37:20 PM

Opelousas, LA USA

In response to KB. Don't get the baitrunner. They will hold up and the drag is fine, but it is to bulky and heavy and that baitrunner feature is pretty useless for tuna fishing. Get a Spheros. They can put better drag washers in em at Professional Sports.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 3:55:17 PM

Baton Rouge, LA USA

Question:  Looking at a Shimano 6500 Baitrunner or Penn 850SS.  Will put 80# braid on it for poppers.  Any suggestions?  I think I would be alright with either

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 3:22:02 PM

metairie, LA USA

To Howard in Austin
The fishing in all the old hot spots is as good as ever. Call some time so we can set up a fishing trip, no one cares if you haven't called in awhile.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 1:59:58 PM

Venice, LA USA

The water is warm and fish are biting.  Over the past few week we have been out and the fishing is increasing greatly.  The past few overnight trips have been realy good for action with blackfin just chewing the jigs apart and a few yellowfin being caught throughout the night. Trolling has been slow but with the water temps heating up and the currents getting together the action is great.  The trip on saturday started off with a 650(est.)blue marlin being caught and released on a line that seemed to be hot but then fell off as the day went on.  We finished up with a few wahoo and a dolfin.  We fished an overnight trip on the 12th and 13th with a goal of finding and catching yellowfin tuna and that is what took place,with every drop but four a yellowfin was on.  We put 12 in the boat then we decided to release all the others that was caught.  We then rested until daylight and set out for the marina. We have only a few days left during the next few months so don't miss out on a catch. I will get the video of the marlin on our website in the next few days. Capt. Kevin

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 1:39:45 PM

Venice, LA USA

How Sweet It Issssss!!!!!  My Texas friends, Lyle & Field Regan hammered em' again this morning.  Today the trout were considerably bigger and the bite was much more fineky.  It took longer to limit on trout but almost no time to limit on reds.  The live bait seemed to be a "deal maker" today when the bite on trout slowed.  However, the larger trout hammered the D.O.A. better than the live bait.  We were a little worried about the winds today but it didn't seem to make any difference in the outcome.  The water, however, was much more cloudy and stained.  The MLC will be back at it again in the morning, bright and early.  Jesus is Lord.

 Big Boy LyleFirst Cast Field

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 1:31:59 PM

Port Vincent, La United States

In response to Robbie

Hey Robbie,

Is the MRGO still open going southeast from Bayou Loutre near Breton Sound Marina? I've heard from several people that there are rocks downstream from the intersection of Bayou L. and MRGO, where it will be closed off. Any word on when the actual closure of MRGO will take place?
The Sound and area bays will still be accessible via the long run down Bayou L. and also the work canal, but that means more gas to burn also. Any scoop on this would be appreciated.

CC@PV

P.S. Are they selling live swimps at BSM yet?

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 12:27:01 PM

Metairie, LA USA

FYI, for anyone thinking about buying a Seapro ! Brunswick Bluewater Brands to Cease Production at Newberry, S.C., Facility
LAKE FOREST, Ill., May 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) announced today that it will cease production of its Bluewater Marine brands -- including Sea Pro, Sea Boss, Palmetto and Laguna -- with the upcoming 2009 model year, which commences July 1. As a result of this action, Brunswick will close its production facility in Newberry, S.C., by the end of June.

"The U.S. marine industry has been in a prolonged slowdown since late 2005, driven by an uncertain economy, high fuel prices, the housing slump and other economic factors that have affected consumers' confidence and eroded their discretionary spending," explained Dustan E. McCoy, Brunswick chairman and chief executive officer. "As a result, we are assessing the recovery potential for all marine segments in which we participate, their fragmented nature, the costs of our continued presence in certain of them, and the position of our brands. Our work is ongoing and is focused on developing profitable brand positioning in all segments. With this action, we believe we will solidify our presence in the highly fragmented saltwater segment by concentrating our efforts and leveraging our resources on such brands as Boston Whaler, Triton, Trophy, and our sportfishing offerings from Hatteras, Cabo and Albemarle, while sharpening our market focus and providing necessary cost reductions."

Brunswick plans to cease production at the Newberry facility by the end of June 2008. Approximately 175 positions will be affected by this action, and qualifying employees will receive assistance aimed at helping them transition to other employment.

"This market-driven action should not be viewed as a reflection on the performance of our employees," McCoy added. "As always, we will work hard with all affected-employees, dealers, suppliers, communities and consumers-to minimize the disruption that this decision may cause."

As a result of these actions, the company said it will record a pretax charge of approximately $25 million to $30 million in the second quarter of 2008 to cover asset write-downs and other costs associated with the plant closure. Of that total, approximately 75 percent of the charge is non-cash and the remainder is cash. The company estimates that it will realize annualized pretax savings of approximately $9 million stemming from this decision.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 11:53:59 AM

Mandeville, LA United States

In response to Trout Chaser

SunsetPoint:  You can fish at Sunset Point which is in Mandeville near the foot of the Causeway Bridge.  You get to it by going down Monroe Street as you get off the Causeway bridge using the East Causeway approach.

Mandeville Harbor:  You can also fish at the Mandeville harbor on Jackson Street.

Madisonville:  You can also fish at the Madisonville Boat launch/pier near the mouth of Tchefuncte River and Lake Ponchartrain.  You can get to it by going crossing the Madisonville/Tchefunte River bridge westbound and turn left/southbound on Main Street.  Travel about 4-5 files till you get to the end where the launch is.  

All three places are nice areas to bring your kids/grandkids.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 11:09:18 AM

marrero, la United States

In response to Joseph

Joseph, I have not gone in quite a while but your best bet for crabbing on the southshore would be the parish line canal. We used to access it at the end of Veterans Blvd. but I think the wall now is too high to climb. Some people have homemade ladders to go over the wall. I think there are a few breaks in the wall in chateau lakefront. But bring yourself 2 ladders and go over the wall under the I-10 bridges (shade) and you should have no problem cathing a few dozen crabs.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 11:03:22 AM

Slidell, LA USA

Where can I get live bait on the Eastbank now?

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 10:57:39 AM

Kenner, LA United States

In response to chad

I tried the fouchon surf yesterday and unfortunately did't get a bite.   Tried topwater and Gulp but nothing was interested.  Fished from 7:30 to 10:00 and along all the barges.  Water looked good but was starting to get rough and dirty due to the winds picking up.  Drove to Grand Isle and saw some birds diving near the bridge.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 10:42:35 AM

Denham Springs, LA USA

Anyone know where someone can fish from the bank or a pier and catch trout,croaker,flounder, ect. in the Mandeville, Madisonville,Covngton, or Slidell area that is safe and not posted? Wanting to take the grandkids out one morning or afternoon and let them catch a few fish other than perch or bream in a pond.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 10:42:32 AM

Denham Springs, LA USA

Has anyone fished the Tchedfuncte lately?  I want to take the wife and kids out this weekend and am looking for any good information.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 10:40:35 AM

Monroe, LA USA

In response to Kevin Sanchez :
Here is a interesting article on Lake
OKHISSA:
Anglers in the southwestern portion of the state are in for a real treat this spring: A brand-new fishing hole just opened in the area this past fall -- and it’s posed to be a real dandy

Link to the Majority of the article here: http://www.mississippigameandfish.com/fishing/bass-fishing/MS_0308_01/index.html

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 10:16:08 AM

Denham Springs, LA USA

In response to BassAckwards, there is a public launch under I-55 on the north, by the port.  Take Hwy 51 instead of 55, and it will bring you right to it.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 10:08:21 AM

Venice, LA USA

Andrew Porter, We have an invalid phone number for you on our book and we are trying to get in touch with you. Please give us a call at (504)481-1327.

Thanks,

Devlin

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 9:45:22 AM

Denham Spings, LA USA

im new to denham springs and looking to fish in manchac ...was wondering if any one can tell me where there is a public launch near I-55 and what kind of fishing i can expect there...any advice is much appreciated

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 9:30:21 AM

Lacombe, LA USA

The Italian American Fishing Rodeo is here again. Come out and join us at Breton Sound Marina Friday May 16 and Saturday May 17. $35 per entree which includes hat, shirt, food and drinks. All proceeds go to Children's Hospital. For more info you can go to www.italianamericanfishingrodeo.com
hope to see you there,

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 9:29:07 AM

Amite, LA Satellite Provider

In response to Kevin Sanchez

Kevin, Lake Okhissa is one of the most beautiful places I have been to.  I recently went and we caught bass on crank baits.  We even caught catfish on the crankbaits.  I used a bluish colored cb and my buddy used a gold colored one.  Hope you have a good trolling motor so you can chase the bass busting the schools of shiners for a guaranteed hookup.  Hugh bream are in there to.  Go early as they only allow a certain number of vehicles and boats at the launches.  Enjoy yourself and let us know how you did!

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 9:20:08 AM

New Orleans, LA USA

Hey guys thanks for the replies (e-mails) trying to get  my son and a few buddies on some fish. Decided to try the lake didn't want to venture to far with the wind forecast and man did it blow rough going back to the Chef from trestles, no trolling motor tried a couple spots only caught 2 flounders, but got to watch and artist at work Capt. Dudley that guy is amazing, all in all the boys had a good time and was a chance to spend some time with my son before he heads off to college next year.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 8:06:05 AM

Slidell, LA USA

ANGLING ADVENTURES OF LOUISIANA

FISHING REPORT

I have had the pleasure to fish & guide Don Munson and his son Brett for over 6 years. Today they brought along coworker Tim. We fished the Biloxi Marsh with Spinners in LSU & Morning glory to catch a big box of REDFISH. When I first started fishing with Brett he was a skinny 7th grader who loved to fish, Now he is a freshmen in college and still loves to fish. They come down from Minn to visit with family and always book a trip. We have good times together and I look forward to their return. Tim could not believe how hard the Redfish fight. That's why people come from all across the country to catch them.

Thanks Don, Brett & Tim
Capt. Mike Gallo Call to book your ANGLING ADVENTURE 985-781-7811 or 877-4-AAofLA. On site accommodations with all the comforts of home just steps from the water. THE SPOTS & DOTS LAKE HOUSE.----I-GUARANTEE-FISH-&-FUN----

 Brett, Don & Tim Bull REDFISH

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 8:02:17 AM

Baton Rouge, LA USA

Goin fishin friday at Okhissa just wonderin if anyone knows what the bass are hittin on out there?And where and when is the best time to get out there?

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 7:36:10 AM

Metry, LA USA

CRABBING IN LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN

Does anyone know of any good spots to crab from the shore or piers of the Southshore of Lake Pontchartrain?

I was wondering specifically about:
1. The Williams Boat Launch
2. Bonnabel Boat Launch
3. The Point
4. The Lakeshore Seawall
5. The docks by Seabrook Bridge

Thanks for your help.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 12:57:38 AM

Venice, LA USA

The Mississippi River has crested and has begun to fall. This has propelled the fish to start biting even better - red fish and speckled trout.

For those of you who have never fished in Venice or if you have been here before and would like to return for a trip  I am offering a special price on a two day fishing trip.  Pay the regular price for the first day and 1/2 price for the second day!  The second day must be consecutive with the first day and a deposit is required.  Offer ends May 29th or after all of the days are taken - whichever comes first.

Come fish at the Fishing Capital of the World!  Call Capt. Carl - 225-937-0873

Visit my webpage http://www.rodnreel.com/bayside/

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 10:51:30 PM

St Bernard, la United States

In response to steve

Steve,

Went out last week and not a single brown fish! All we caught was jacks and reds.The shallow field has had a few fish in and around it but most of them being small.I went as far out as the shoes and hit damn near everything between the MRGO and the shoes just to find 1 50lb fish that couldnt resist a pink jig.....Good luck and if ya go, let me know what you find.We may be heading out Sunday if the seas let us.....

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 10:38:52 PM

bsl, MS USA

Just wanted to tell you guys that the new pending Mississippi speckled trout was cought yesterday, Pics on the ms.rodngun.com site just thaught yall should know. It is an impressive fish.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 10:38:23 PM

denham springs, LA USA

caught 2 to 4 pound trout under the manchac bridge today,on purple w/white tail h&h.....seeya there ,hurry!!!!!!!

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 10:15:29 PM

uranius, TX USA

Everyone needs take a trip and rip some lipds!

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 9:04:06 PM

Zachary, Going to Grand Isle, LA USA

Looking for a Weather Report for Grand Isle, Also how the fish might be running. Just looking for a little last minute info before this weekend. Thanks A lot. Chad

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 8:49:37 PM

Shell Beach, LA USA

Fishing Magician Charters

Today we had 3 boats running. Capt. Jason had Harold, David, and Bill on their second day of fishing. Capt. Lester had the members of the BRM Hunting Club: Ronald Hubenals, Gerald Hubenals, and Darrell Montgomery. I had the pleasure of fishing with: Mark, Dale, and Ralph.

You can see it was a great day in the Sound and in Bay Eloi today. There were quite a few fish caught. Everyone caught fish!! All three boats limited out today with the total of