Port Fourchon Fishing Report

April 7, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s been windy all week however some anglers are still getting out on the water. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are biting despite the cold front. Anglers are casting bait about 16 inches under a cork. Live Shrimp is best fishing the rock jetties outside the pass in the morning. Some anglers are still working on the marsh as well.

OFFSHORE – Anglers hope to head offshore to the lumps to target Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) when the weather clears up. Trolling and chumming will be the ticket.

Bridge Side Marina
985-787-2419
www.bridgesidecabinsandmarina.net

March 31, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore anglers are doing great for Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Reds (Drum, Red) using live Shrimp and Cocahoe Minnows. The smaller bays are fishing better as the bigger bays are messed up from the wind. They will heat up once weather is more favorable. You will be able to use the same bait with a 20-24 inch leader under the cork. Artificials are hit or miss.

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are swimming at 60-80 plus miles. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are now closed but you can still catch and release them as the bite was great before they closed. Wahoo are a bit hit or miss however they are out there if you are targeting them. Things are looking great for the opening of Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) coming up.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586
captjohnsfintasticcharters.com

March 31, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Reds (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are steady when you can get out in between the weather windows which has been a bit difficult. Generally Shrimp is your best bet to catch them and we hope to see this continue with some nicer weather into the weekend.

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

March 24, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fishing is great this week. With little or no Winter everything is ahead of schedule. The Speck (Seatrout, Spotted) bite is good. The numbers and sizes are way above average. The estuaries are generating Shrimp indicating water temperatures have reached optimal conditions. Redfish (Drum, Red) have really engaged this week. Sheepshead are overly plentiful. Most anglers are fishing live bait such as Cocahoe Minnows for Trout and Reds.

BAIT REPORT – Shrimp are returning.

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

March 14, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – This week the weather seems to be hit or miss inshore. If the wind isn’t blowing, the fishing has been decent. We are fishing the marsh and canals for Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted). Most of our fish have been caught on live Minnows fished under a popping cork. As we get a little closer to Spring we hope to see more consistent weather to fire up the bite.

OFFSHORE – When the boats are able to get offshore, there has been some Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) out there.

Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586
wwwcaptjohnsfintasticcharters.com

March 7, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Everyone is happy on Grand Isle with the bite seeming like it’s Spring already! With no stress on the fishery things are off to a great start. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are still North of Grand Isle. The sizes are WAY ahead of schedule. This fishery has a huge recruit crop this year and they are well fed meaning it should be a great season. Redfish (Drum, Red) are active and feeding just about anywhere. You don’t have to be a pro to hit them this week. Minnows under a cork in moving water will find schools of fish. They are up to about 5 in one pocket with many up to 24 inches. Sheepshead are in a major spawn however the wind has kept anglers away from the Short rigs. They will be stacked up in the thousands.

OFFSHORE – The Wahoo continue to bite into this week. This time of year this bite is fairly typical, especially fishing around the New or Full Moon. Sizes are fantastic and the bite is easy overall. There hasn’t been much on Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) as of late however they were there so we won’t be surprised to see them return to the Salt Lumps, Circle Rigs and towards Venice. When you head out, be ready to chunk and drift using live Mullet and you may just run into a Tuna or two!

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

March 1, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – We’ve had another week of nice, warm weather that fired the Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) up really well. Redfish (Drum, Red) have been the main bite in the marsh the past few weeks. They were hitting just about everything. With the recent rise in water the Reds were pushed into the grass and mud so anglers are focusing on Trout on the oyster reefs and platforms. Live Shrimp is still the best bait since they never ended up leaving. They are also hitting plastic really well. Small fish are turning up already for the season. There aren’t many keepers but this is promising for future stocks.

OFFSHORE – Offshore we are still seeing Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) off of the Salt Lumps. They are better to the East of Venice. Search the Circle Rigs to find the best action. Most fish are caught chunking and drifting or if you can find live Mullet this will work as well. Wahoo are consistent and spiking on the moon, as usual. New Moon or Full Moon are best. They are really nice, big and predictable during this time and the numbers are outstanding. It’s not uncommon to get a handful of 50 pounders.

BAIT REPORT – Live Shrimp can be caught this week. There is tons of bait out there as well.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

February 14, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing is beginning to fire up in the area this week. There has been no shortage of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) being caught so far along with solid numbers of Reds (Drum, Red) mixed in. They are taking a variety of baits and lures. Soft plastics seem to be productive in terms of artificials. If you can get your hands on some live bait both Trout and Reds are preferring live Shrimp or Minnows. You best setup will have them rigged 20 inches under a popping cork. Anglers on Capt John’s FIN-tastic Charters are fishing around any of the structures in the bays for the best bite. As usual, the day bite has been most productive.

OFFSHORE – The offshore bite is providing some great action for anglers this week. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) and Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) are burning up on the reefs. Capt. John suggests fishing with a live Hardtail, drifting it around the outside edges of platforms. This has produced the best bite during the day. Alternatively, the boats trolling for Wahoo are landing some nice fish.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

February 14, 2017

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Rat Reds (Drum, Red) are in the marsh and back bays. Trout are loving live Shrimp while Reds prefer live Cocahoe Minnows. The tide is low during the day so you can sight fish them in the marsh.

OFFSHORE – Snapper (Snapper, Red) are feeding off the bottom around the closer rigs. You can throw just about anything. A jighead with Pogies or Squid is working well. The numbers are good and the bite is hot.

Bridge Side Marina
985-787-2419
www.bridgesidecabinsandmarina.net

February 10, 2017

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – The recent front pushed a lot of water out of the marsh. Things are warming up now. The front slowed down the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) as the water is muddy and they are difficult to find. The later day bite is better in dead end canals and deeper water. This will probably be consistent until April. This weather has concentrated the Redfish (Drum, Red) into holes during low tide or duck ponds. The good ol’ Sheepshead are doing well. You can catch easy limits. Dead Shrimp is your best bet to hook them.

OFFSHORE – The current moon phase is bringing us some outstanding Wahoo fishing. We are seeing up to 15 per day up to 170 lbs. This is typical of our Winter Wahoo season. They are swimming bottom structure and can be caught on the troll. In dirtier water use divers. In clean water you can still use divers but you can also use surface baits. Out on the edge of the canyon around the lumps we are seeing a good bite. Some are moving into shallow water, most are caught in 300-600 ft. This is the peak until about March however the exceptionally warm weather may change this.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

February 2, 2017

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Things are a bit quiet at this time of year however there are still plenty of fish to be caught with all of this beautiful weather. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have been active this week taking live Minnows along with your typical artificials. They continue to bite in the warmer areas however keep in mind that during the Winter season they can become a bit more lethargic so you may need to slow your presentation. The Reds (Drum, Red) are a bit quieter however if you put some time in you are likely to find a few.

BAIT REPORT – There’s still some sporadic Shrimp activity inshore.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

January 24,2017

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are on fire across the whole state. Normally we see a decent bite mixed with Redfish (Drum, Red) however the Trout are taking priority over the Reds. Numbers are off the charts. Anglers can get 100 on the boat by mid morning on a good day. The recent cold snap might not drive them into hibernation yet. This Winter is one of a kind for fishing. This time of the year there is less bait in the water so there is less competition for the bite. Artificial Shrimp are doing the trick since there aren’t many other options in the water.

OFFSHORE – This week we are seeing sporadic catches of Wahoo. They aren’t guaranteed everyday but anglers are targeting them. There are no shortage on Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) around the rigs or on the bottom in 120 ft.They are biting well. Some areas you can chum them to the surface around the rigs. Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) are still farther out. They’re there but you have to be willing to make the trip. Shallow water Grouper (Grouper, Gag) are doing well for catch and release anglers.

BAIT REPORT – There’s still some sporadic Shrimp activity inshore.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
www.reelscreamers.com

January 20, 2017

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Fishing has been pretty good inshore when the weather cooperates. We are catching a few Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) under a cork using live Cocahoe Minnows. Most of the fish are around structure in the deeper parts of the bays and canals. The Redfish (Drum, Red) are plentiful in the marshes right now. You can catch them the same way as the Trout, minnows under a cork. Offshore has been null and void. Haven’t had anyone getting out there with the seas.

Capt. Chad Billiot Marsh Rat Guide Service
985-637-5058
www.themarshrat.com

January 20, 2017

Port Fourchon

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

January 11, 2017

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Hey anglers! In order to bring you valuable, up to date content such as regulations, GPS Hotspots, and BRAND NEW features the Pro Angler App Pro Reports will be returning the week of January 16, 2017. Please feel free to take a look at last week’s reports for an idea of what’s biting or give your favorite local bait shop a shout! The Pro Angler App looks forward to bringing you lots of exciting changes as we kick off 2017!

Pro Angler Team

January 6, 2017

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Things are a bit slow at this time of year however the Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) continue to bite well into the new year. Shrimp under a cork is the key setup to hook either fish. The Trout are more productive first thing in the morning. Search the deeper holes and pockets to find them. Once the sun get up and heats the water the Redfish are a bit more active as well.

Moran’s Marina
985-396-2728
www.moransmarina.com

December 27, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Warm weather has Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish biting. It’s been a great winter so far. A lot of Trout are in the marsh but a few are still behind the Barrier Islands. Topwater lures and plastics under a popping cork are catching them. Swimming plastics are good too. Redfish (Drum, Red) are on fire. Everything is weather dependent. Head out when the wind is low during the day for the best bite. We expect this bite to forecast into the holiday week. The Pro Angler Team wishes you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. We look forward to bringing you more great reports in 2017!

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

December 21, 2016

Port Fourchon

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

December 15, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite has been great as of late. Artificials are working well along with Minnows. Set your lure up under a popping cork to hook them. Reds (Drum, Red) are taking Cocahoe Minnows or artificials as well. The bite is great overall. Fish off the banks with or without a cork. As long as you can swim the lure and have time to wait you can still hit limits. A lot of anglers are turning to duck hunting at this time of year. It’s a nice time to fish because you can have the water all to yourself.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

December 9, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Snakepit and Forbidden hole are holding Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red). The water is pushed out by the North wind so the fishing piling up in holes on the side of HWY 1. Live Shrimp and Minnows are working well along with Topwater lures such as Skitterwalks. It’s been too rough to get offshore.

BAIT REPORT – Live Shrimp can still be caught into this week.

Bridge Side Marina
985-787-2419
www.bridgesidecabinsandmarina.net

December 2, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have stayed on with the warm temperatures. We are still seeing easy limits turn up. Live or frozen bait under a cork are doing well along with similar artificials such as Vudu Shrimp. Search the oyster reefs to find them. Reds (Drum, Red) are in the marsh. Shrimp are doing particularly well here. Sheepshead are beginning to show up really well. Search the structures and heavy oyster reefs to find them. The legs on the oil rigs and rock piles are great as well.

OFFSHORE – Not a lot has changed from last week. We continue to see a Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) bite out on the floating rigs when you can get there. The Wahoo are still not in yet. The weather is not cold enough.

BAIT REPORT – Minnows are in the marsh along with Shrimp.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

November 23, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – Anglers are mostly sticking inshore this week. The unseasonably warm water has made the Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) outstanding. This has been the best bite all year. Limits or near limits of Specks are very common. They are not being picky either. Artificials are doing well under a cork or cast and retrieve. Once you find them on the oyster reefs and chasing the Shrimp in the marsh you will do well. They aren’t huge but the numbers are good. The Redfish have gone ballistic as they fatten themselves up. They are loving Potbelly Minnows. They are all over the grass lines. You can hammer fish within 10 yards of the bank. You can see them as they swim by as the water is so clear. Fish a Cocahoe Minnow under a popper for a good bite as well.

OFFSHORE – With the warm weather we are seeing a far out Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) bite out at the floaters. There hasn’t been any consistency to the Wahoo bite. They are moving in and out. There hasn’t been enough cold weather to keep them in. The Cobia have finally showed up and are still hanging around.

BAIT REPORT – Minnows are in the marsh along with Shrimp.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

November 18, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – We are starting to see some cooler weather while the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Reds (Drum, Red) are heating up. They are moving into the marshes and canals this week. They are so active that they will pretty much hit anything coming through the water as they feed before winter hits. For Trout, you can use corks and bobbers or simply swim artificials. Even topwaters are working when it’s not too windy. Reds are in the marsh taking Cocahoe Minnows. Most are juveniles however if you put some time in and fish underneath you may find a few keepers. Everything is farther in and turning on. Vudu Shrimp are also a good bet here along with a light colored white/pink artificial Cocahoe Minnow. Live Minnows are great when you can get your hands on them. Fish shallow areas from 1.5 ft deep and more. Reds can be caught on the troll as well.

OFFSHORE – Offshore has been a bit tough. Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) will be heating up as the temperatures cool down. They are pretty far out right now. There are a few around the 100 mile mark. They should improve through December and January. Looking ahead, we generally get some really good Wahoo fishing in February.

BAIT REPORT – Cocahoe Minnows (Mud Minnows or Chubby Grubs) are in some of the marshes and ditches. You can set some traps and hopefully get some.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

November 9, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – The fishing has been great in this area as of late. Not a whole lot has changed with the bite. We continue to see Specks (Seatrout, Spotted), White Trout (Seatrout, Sand) and Reds (Drum, Red) bite into this week. Although the weather is still warm there are some upcoming cold fronts that may slow things down for a couple days however the action should pick back up within a day or two. The fish are still in the back bays until then. They are on their way to the canals so you can catch them on the move. Artificial Shrimp and Minnows under a bobber are your best chance to hook them. Live Minnows are also productive. Head towards the smaller islands, marsh lines, points and structure to find them. Once the cold front hits they may end up in the canals so we will have to see what the temperature drop does. Generally the early morning or later evening is the best time to fish for them.

OFFSHORE – Heading offshore there are still some anglers targeting Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) when they are able to make it out during the breaks in weather. It hasn’t been easy to go past 100 miles so the bite is a bit limited. Nevertheless, those who are putting some time in are likely to bring in a few decent fish.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

November 3, 2016

Port Fourchon

INSHORE – With the unusually warm weather the Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are going ballistic. They are still biting well, schooled up in the interior bay on the oyster reefs. They are taking Shrimp for the most part but will even hit plastics. Redfish (Drum, Red) that are slot sized in the marsh have turned on. The numbers are great. Everyone is live baiting them. The water is remarkably clear with the East wind so if you aren’t using live bait then you can consider Spinner Baits. Light colors such as lime green/white are better. Something with a flash will be productive under a cork. Tight lining a cast and retreive is working well for us too. Schools of White Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are turning up in great numbers. They are an especially good catch for kids!

OFFSHORE – Anglers are limited to Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) and Wahoo when the weather allows trips. The blue water is close so the Tuna are biting well and the Wahoo are decent sizes. The best Wahoo won’t show up until the water cools off a bit more.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

October 26, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Everything from here on out is weather dependent. We have had our first cold front which has brought in our great Redfishing (Drum, Red) conditions. The wind and low water levels are perfect for catching them. You can use anything from flies to spinning gear. They’ll eat just about anything. Search the marshes for them. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are bulking up for winter. They can be caught on plastics under a popping cork fairly easily. They are definitely into their fall pattern. There are some Flounder (Flounder, Southern) swimming however they are not the target of most anglers.

BAIT REPORT – Pogies (Menhaden), Mullet and Shrimp are in the marsh.

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

October 19, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are on fire this week. They are well into their fall migration moving back into the marshes. Water temperatures are beginning to drop and the Shrimp are coming out of the marsh. The Trout are hitting anything from topwaters to shrimp tipped hooks. The upcoming cold front may shut them down for a few days however this is typical of the time of year. You’ll have to begin timing your fishing with the weather again. The bite should be outstanding until Thanksgiving. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are everywhere. Look for them in the passes, up on the flats of the nearshore marsh as they are crushing just about anything you throw at them.

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) is pretty well the only fish biting offshore this week. Everything else seems to be shut down. Search behind the shrimp boats and closer rigs to find them. Most anglers are staying inshore on account of the wind.

BAIT REPORT – Mullet are really beginning to move out but still in good numbers. Shrimp are all over the place as well.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

October 12, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfishing (Drum, Red) is on fire on the gulf coast. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are beginning to transition away from the coast back into the marshes. The fishing is perfect despite the wind. Bull Reds up to 25 lbs are hitting in the pass on a daily basis. The Flounder (Flounder, Southern) run is in place. Summer is over and we are moving into the Fall patterns.

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

October 5, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – It has been hit or miss on the South end. We are seeing a few Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Reds (Drum, Red) however they are still in transition from the beaches to the bays and marshes. Artificials, dead Shrimp and live Minnows are all working.

OFFSHORE – The Tuna and Cobia are biting well. Cobia are in close to 10 miles while Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) are farther out to 80 miles. Cobia are taking both artificials and live bait. Search the structures to find them. Fish the Tuna by the rigs. The fishing will be good if you can find the fish.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

September 28, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are looking forward to the upcoming cold front that will make the Redfish (Drum, Red) far more active. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are fairly cooperative and will continue to be throughout October. The Trout will move back into the marsh for winter so you can find them biting plastics such as Vudu Shrimp. You may have to cover some water to put together a good box of Trout. The Redfish will be slot sized and will be on fire!

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

September 21, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are doing well inshore for Specks (Seatrout, Spotted). The fall migration back to the inshore reefs is well under way. The Grand Isle and Fourchon areas are holding big Bull Reds that are moving right inside the passes. There are plenty mixed in with the 2 lb Specks. Reds (Drum, Red) are up to 30 lbs. They are loving the moving Shrimp.

OFFSHORE – The Cobia are still biting. They are a bit scattered. Normally they are on the rigs and under grass however these areas are slow. With all the inshore flooding that happened we finding them hiding under the river lily rafts that have moved offshore. We are in a below average Cobia year however in the last few weeks there have been quite a few caught. Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) have come in close behind the Shrimp boats. Live bait are great as they are following the Mullet moving out. The next cold front should turn the Wahoo on.

BAIT REPORT – Shrimp are here but moving out. Mullet are moving into the same pattern.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

September 14, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fishing is the same as always for this time of year. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are getting better there are improving numbers scattered about. Redfish (Drum, Red) are starting to pick up as Fall approaches. They are heading back into the Marsh. Mud Minnows, or Cocahoe Minnows as we call them, are best to hook them under a popping cork. You may catch Redfish and Trout on the same bait. Work the shorelines with it, just like Bass fishing. Sheepshead are still holding up on structure. There are no Snook (Snook, Common) or Tarpon to speak of.

Capt. Danny Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
www.calmwatercharters.net

September 6, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are along the coastline this week. The numbers are good and we are seeing some limits. The spawn is slowing down as fall moves in however the bite will pick up. If we see another tropical system move through things may slow down but it will bring in cooler water for the fish. Live Shrimp is key along with Topwater. Fish the outer islands to find them as well. Redfish (Drum, Red) are on the edges of the marsh.

Capt. Chad Billiot Marsh Rat Guide Service
985-637-5058
ratt472@gmail.com www.themarshrat.com

September 2, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – As we move into the fall season we expect the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) to move back into the marsh. We should begin to see a better bite on the interior oyster reefs. Anglers will still be able to catch bigger fish out front close to the beaches but they’ll be moving back to the inside reefs. The Bull Redfish (Drum, Red) will be moving in towards the passes. They are currently biting on the interior marshes on the deeper bayous and oysters reefs. A decent number are surprisingly turning up. The numbers are higher than normal. Towards Venice/Buras we expect the tributaries and marshes to be holding the Trout as the rainfall will keep the water levels up in the rivers and bayous.

OFFSHORE – Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) are doing well and should continue until the first few cold front. They are from the closer reefs out to the shelf. The Cobia run was slow this year however as the fall migration returns we hope the bite will increase close to the coast. There has been great Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) way out far if you are willing to travel. We hope to see them move into the shelf and within 35-40 miles.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com www.reelscreamers.com

August 26, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather and rain has made fishing hit and miss lately. We are getting Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) however some of them are small. There are some Reds (Drum, Red) mixed in as well. Everything is in the bays and the back where you can avoid the wind. There are a lot of juvenile Trout and Reds. August makes the bite difficult on account of the heat. This is why the early morning bite is more productive. The Fall season will begin soon with Flounder (Flounder, Southern), Reds and Trout. If you put some time in now and weed through the small fish you’ll find some keepers. Vudu Shrimp in Rootbeer color has been a good lure for us. Don’t be afraid to change through a few different lures and color combos on the tough days. With bait being a little harder to find, it’s a good idea to pack your shrimp and baitfish imitations.

OFFSHORE – When anglers can get out there are some Jacks (Jack, Almaco) and Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) being caught this week. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) and Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) are closed. Anglers are trolling for the Tuna and hitting White and Blue Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White) incidentally. They are around 60-80 miles out in the clear water.

BAIT REPORT – The Shrimp have moved out for the most part and anything left is small. The same story goes for Croaker. Most anglers are turning towards artificials for the time being.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

August 17, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things are slow this week due to the bad weather as of late. We do expect some better conditions for the weekend. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are beginning to come back in however they are scattered. They can be found in clean, moving water. You’ll have to do some moving to find some good schools. They are taking live Shrimp under a float. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) have also been caught on Crab, Mullet or Croaker on a Carolina Rig. They are swimming the passes. Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) are swimming however it has been a bit difficult for anglers to get out with all of the chop.

Bridge Side Marina
985-787-2419
www.bridgesidecabinsandmarina.net

August 9, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The speckled trout bite is still kickin, although we are starting to catch plenty of juvenile trout we are still putting a pile of keepers in the boat as well as nice redfish. Catching them everywhere from the beaches to the marsh. We have been using live shrimp, live croaker and some artificial baits. Call Capt John’s Fin-tastic Charters to book a trip and get a $50 discount for mentioning the ad on Pro Angler.

OFFSHORE – The Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) have been on fire around the 80 mile range. Catching them on everything from cut bait to live hardtail to top water poppers. Amberjack (Jack, Amberjack Greater) and Snapper (Snapper, Red) are closed, but still catching a bunch of Cobia and Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray).

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

August 3, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are still catching a lot of Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red). The big Bull Reds are beginning to move in. Tarpon are swimming the West Delta and angler are catching nice numbers in great sizes. Since the water is so warm the early morning and late evening bite has been best.

OFFSHORE – Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) are still good around the platforms. There are Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) in large numbers swimming! Check your local regulations to see if you’ll be allowed to catch them!

Capt. Danny Wray, Kirsten Wray Calmwater Charters
225-721-8182
http://www.calmwatercharters.net

July 27, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) has slowed down due to the heat as of late. They have moved to a bit deeper water and anglers are using Carolina Rigs in 7-9 ft of water. They are great when you can find them though. The Reds (Drum, Red) are all year long however the bull Reds are starting to pop up more and more in the passes and cuts. This is a good sign for the upcoming run. The Tarpon fishing has also turned on. They are more towards the nearshore. The Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo is coming up soon, see store for more details.

OFFSHORE – The Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) and Lemons (Shark, Lemon) and Cobia are doing well in the offshore this week. We should see a lot more Dolphin come in as well. Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin White) and Sails (Billfish – Sailfish) have been killer and there is no end in sight. The daytime Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) have also been doing well with the water changes lately. It’s a prime time to fish offshore. Anglers are heading out to the Canyon at 50 miles to find them.

Moran’s Marina
985-396-2728
Moransmarina.com

July 20, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are catching Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) this week. Shrimp and Croakers have been the best bet to hook them. As the weather warms up we are seeing a better bite in the early morning and later into the evening, rather than throughout the day. They will be looking for the cooler water areas such as deep pockets and holes.

Bridge Side Marina
985-787-2419

July 15, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) – This previous weekend we fished out of Grand Isle looking to test our saltwater lineup on some trout. We started out fishing in the backwaters of the marsh over a shell bed. Our friend started out fishing a popping cork with a live shrimp. In a few minutes we had two small trout in the boat. I then decided to try Opening Night colored Mad Minna. Immediately I have 4 larger Trout on back to back casts. From here it seemed the trout turned their attention to the plastic vs the live shrimp. All four anglers in the boat put on the Mad Minna and we all started hauling them in, including breaking off a giant Redfish near the boat. I rotated other colors to see if any would make a difference but the only color they wanted was Opening Night. We then decided to make our way out to the beach and fish the rock piles. It was slow at first, but then we were able to locate a school. At this point they were attacking anything and we loaded up quick. A 1/4oz H&H Jighead with a Mad Minna on the back was key for catching our Trout. Redfish (Drum, Red) – We launched out of Sand Dollar Marina, looking to hunt down some Redfish. For our first area we hit the best marshland we could find. We began fishing around 4pm in the afternoon. The tide was falling and the water was moving perfectly. We couldn’t get the Reds to commit to glow colored swimbaits so we switched up to Opening Night colored Mad Minnas. This move paid off perfectly for us, we got the first bite on the first cast with the Opening Night color. All the fish were found near shell beds, and some located near small points of the marsh. Overall we had a fun time and had a successful trip for trusting our instincts on finding fish.

Louisiana Sportsman Cajun Lures

July 6, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – We launched out of Sand Dollar Marina, looking to hunt down some Redfish (Drum, Red). For our first area we hit the best marshland we could find. We began fishing around 4pm in the afternoon. The tide was falling and the water was moving perfectly. We couldn’t get the reds to commit to glow colored swimbaits so we switched up to Opening Night colored Mad Minnas. This move paid off perfectly for us, we got the first bite on the first cast with the Opening Night color. All the fish were found near shell beds, and some located near small points of the marsh. Overall we had a fun time and had a successful trip for trusting our instincts on finding fish. Check out the video below on how we caught our fish.

Louisiana Sportsman Cajun Lures

June 21, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore we are catching Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) in double and triple digits. Redfish (Drum, Red) have shown up all over too. Catching Trout and Reds on live shrimp, live croaker and live minnows. You can also throw artificial lures as well and catch a mess of fish. The local marinas have all the live bait and tackle you need to land a ton of fish. It’s that time of year. The time to book a Fin-tastic fishing trip and fill your freezer with wonderful Louisiana fish. Call 985-665-4586 to book your own Fin-tastic Charter.

OFFSHORE – Offshore the tuna are out far, over 100 miles, but if you make the trip, it will be worth your while. Every charter boat has been limiting out on Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) as well as Snapper, and Cobia.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

June 14, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – There has been a bit of rain hitting the area this week but it has not stopped anglers from heading out during the nicer conditions. The main bite again this week is the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) in the marshes that are taking live Croaker or Shrimp.

OFFSHORE – Despite the weather being a bit hit and miss this week we are still seeing a good bite of Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) coming in. From the bottom the Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) and Cobia are decent. Anglers also continue to find Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) but keep in mind they are catch and release only. Any boaters willing to make the trip farther out can search for Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) as they are slowly making their way closer in.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

June 9, 2016

Grand Isle

INSHORE – The seas are calm and conditions are great this week. Wind is calm and water is cleared. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are biting well so far. Live Croaker are catching the big ones however Shrimp are working as well. We are finding them in the marsh over 2 lbs.

OFFSHORE – Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) that you cannot keep are biting this week. Cobia and Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) have also been brought in. Farther out, the Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) are beginning to move in and are easier to catch.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

June 9, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

June 1, 2016

Grand Isle

INSHORE – Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) are biting in full force this week in the bays and near the beach. Live Shrimp and Croaker seem to be the best choice of bait to catch large Trout and Reds.

OFFSHORE – Lots of Tuna this week (Tuna, Yellowfin). The opening of federal water for Snappers couldn’t be at a better time as the fishing is great! The fishing is excellent in State waters and we have been seeing Reds (Snapper, Red), Mangrove Snappers (Snapper, Gray), Cobia, Amberjacks (Jack, Amberjack Greater) and more. RIght now, a lot of anglers have been using live hardtails for the Tuna and larger ones for the Amberjacks. Even cut Mullet or Pogies has been working for the Tuna. Day trips are just as good as night trips in terms of fish yield. Boats have been coming in with up to 18 Yellowfin, a bunch of Amberjack and a few Snappers.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

May 24, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have turned on this week! The reefs and points are the best place to find them, especially around the marshes where the current is moving. Shrimp under a popping cork has been the key bait. Croakers are on the reefs close to the pass this week. Reds (Drum, Red) are still in the marsh eating Cocahoe Minnows on a spoon. Fishing the beach is hot this week when anglers can make it out. Close to limits of Trout are turning up on live Croakers. Reds are hit and miss from this area.

OFFSHORE – There are reports of Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) from the Delta area. Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) are just starting to move in. The bite is just about to turn on. The night Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) bite is great but they are farther out around 80-90 miles.

Bridge Side Marina
985-787-2419
www.bridgesidecabinsandmarina.net

May 18, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Around Grand Isle we are seeing the best year we have had in a long time on Trout (Seatrout, Spotted). They are plentiful and larger than average. They are literally everywhere. This year is looking great and there is plenty of live bait including Shrimp in the water. Topwaters are great for the larger sized Trout.

OFFSHORE – A majority of the action is in close due to the weather. Anglers are working the canyon to find AJs (Jack, Amberjack Greater). They are thick and the sizes are great. Catch one and you’ll catch a few. Topwaters are working well. Nice Grouper (Grouper, Gag & Grouper Red) and Snapper (Snapper, Vermillion) are doing well. The first Cobia are showing up. They are not thick yet but that will come soon. Mahi (Dolphin) have also shown up and are hitting around the grass patches. Things are heating up for the Summer.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
reelscreamersft@aol.com http://www.reelscreamers.com

May 12, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Slow days because of the high winds and muddy water. Fished on Friday with Brain Patton, and had to move around a lot, but we found some clean water north of the island. Put about 25 Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and a few Reds (Drum, Red) in the boat. Fish on Saturday with Eryc and Victor not to good on the numbers but the size of the fish was very nice. Weather got bad and had to come in before the rains began. All fish caught on live Shrimp under a cork and on the bottom. It won’t be long before the Croaker bite will be the call of the day. Beach is heating up and the fish are very large. P.S. Eryc caught his biggest Trout to date at just over four pounds. Got June 6, 8, and 10th open next month and a few day left for May. Call and book a trip and lets have some fun on the water.

Capt. Frank
225-202-2584
frank@laidbackcharter.com

May 6, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – ANOTHER TRULY AMAZING DAY ON THE WATER! We had the pleasure to guide a group of anglers for the Woodland Plantation in Plaquemines Parish. It was a two boat trip with Capt. Clint running the second boat. It was great catches on both boats again today. On my boat it was Craig, Chet, and Chad. The guys are from Huntsville Alabama and it was their first time fishing LA. We left from Delta Marina in Empire, LA heading to the east side of the Mississippi River Delta once again. The wind was breezy out the south as we fished the interior bays. The guys casted live Shrimp under popping corks and I tight lined Matrix Shad soft plastics. One stop was all it took to put 100 Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) on ice in the Yeti by 9:00 am. After limiting out on the Specks we drifted the marsh banks putting 7 beautiful Redfish (Drum, Red) on ice before calling a day at noon. BIG THANKS TO CRAIG, CHET, CHAD & WOODLAND PLANTATION!

OFFSHORE – Things have been consistent offshore this week. We are seeing some decent Yellowfins (Tuna, Yellowfin) come in. Porgy are doing great to catch them so far. We expect this bite to continue into the weekend. Venice Marina 504-534-9357 www.venicemarina.com

Capt. Jody Donewar
504-453-1519
www.CaptainJodyDonewar.com

April 20, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are a lot of trips and a lot of fish being caught this week. The weather is a bit breezy however it has not stopped anglers from hitting the water. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are biting live Shrimp or similar artificials so far. At this point in time it doesn’t matter what you throw, the water is heating up and the fish are active. We are seeing a good bite of Redfish (Drum, Red) as well. As the bite is hot inshore we aren’t seeing a lot of anglers heading to the offshore, especially with the wind. When things lie down for the weekend we expect to see some great reports of Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) and Mackerel (Mackerel, King) turn up.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

April 12, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The wind has really moved into the area so it has not been easy for anglers to get out. There are still reports of Redfish (Drum, Red), Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), and Sheepshead so far. Shrimp is working best for all species inshore whether they are live, dead, or artificials such as a Vudu.

OFFSHORE – Snapper (Snapper, Red) are hitting well this week. We are seeing both big sizes and numbers coming in around the rigs. Porgies are best to hook them so far. When anglers are able to get out for Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) they are finding some decent bites.

Venice Marina
504-534-9357
www.venicemarina.com

April 5, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite is getting better after this last little cool front that recently passed. Live shrimp is the bait to use, fished under a popping cork.

OFFSHORE – Today, My crew and I grabbed our freshly made bacon, egg & Cheese biscuits and hot coffee, from the marina and set out around 7am for our snapper trip. We caught our limit of Snapper (Snapper, Red) in no time and picked up some Mangrove Snapper as (Snapper, Gray) well. We had a Fin-tastic day on the water.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

April 1, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fishing is up and running. Although mother nature has given us a good bit of wind and rain the last few weeks, thus have put a little damper on the amount we are catching, we are still averaging 30+ keeper Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) a day with a few Reds (Drum, Red) as well. Live shrimp rigged under a popping cork or rigged Carolina style is still the ticket for a plentiful catch. Come on down to Grand Isle for fun in the sun and some Fin-tastic fishing. Tight lines, Capt John

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

March 21, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Monday started out chilly, but heated up quickly as my clients reeled in a good mess of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and some Reds (Drum, Red) as well. They are biting great on live shrimp right now. Either under a popping cork or Carolina rigged, depending on the area being fished. We ended with 45 today. Its that time of year guys. The weather is getting hot, and so is the Louisiana fishing. Everyone needs to call and book their fishing trips while they still have some dates available. Look me up at… captjohnsfintasticcharters.com Let’s Go Fishin’ !!!

OFFSHORE – The offshore shore bite is quite similar to last week – March 16, 2016: Offshore, the Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) bite has been doing good as well. Drifting live hardtail or cut bait has been effective. Been finding them around the offshore oil platforms as well as rises and depressions of the sea floor.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586
captjohnsfintasticcharters.com

March 8, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather is warming up and so is the fishing. We have been putting a hurting on the Seatrout, Spotted this week, as well as catching a pile of Redfish (Drum,Red) too. We are catching them on live Shrimp, 20 inches under a popping cork. The local marinas have plenty of Shrimp and gear in stock.

OFFSHORE – Offshore, the Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) bite has been doing good as well. Drifting live hardtail or cut bait has been effective. Been finding them around the offshore oil platforms as well as rises and depressions of the sea floor.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

March 2, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The bite has stayed strong over the past week. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have been consistent and the sizes are great so far. They can be found around the island points and oyster beds so far. Redfish (Drum, Red) have been found in the same areas although they are still a bit schooled up. Plastics continue to be the most productive bait to hit them this week. If you can get your hands on some live bait that will work as well, as long as it’s on a jighead, similar to the soft plastic. A popping cork will be a great choice this week.

OFFSHORE – The Tuna, Blackfin continue to bite throughout the offshore however it is not always easy for anglers to make their way out. We do expect this bite to continue into the weekend. Anglers can also check out our Fish Guide which provides additional information to help keep your lines tight!

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

February 24, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather was horrible Monday which made it very tough fishing. This past week has been good for inshore. We are catching some nice Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red). We have been using plastics for bait, mainly a smoked colored beetle with a red jig head. We have been catching them under a popping cork or just swimming the bait. Both techniques work well. We are targeting island points and oyster beds. The weather is warming up and the fish are turning on good.

OFFSHORE – Offshore has been kinda rough, but when you can get out they are catching some nice Tuna, Blackfin, right now.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

February 24, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

February 16, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things have been great in this area as of late. There are plenty of Reds (Drum, Red) being caught. Anglers are throwing live Minnows and similar artificials. The bite is consistent and the sizes are great. The Reds are the main focus of anglers this week.

OFFSHORE – The bite in the offshore has been great so far this week. Anglers are going out for Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) and having a consistent bite. The sizes have been fair as well.

Moran’s Marina
985-396-2728
moransmarina.com

February 10, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – There has been quite a bit of unfavorable weather in this area as of late however there are some anglers that have managed to get out this week. Reds (Drum, Red) have been on fire so far and anglers are hitting their limits. Most of the fish are keepers and there are some Bull Reds mixed in. They are eating gulp or live Shrimp if you can get your hands on some. We expect this to continue into the weekend. There are still lots of open spots for bookings, call now!

Capt. Anthony and Julie Randasso Paradise Plus Guide Service
504-628-4526

February 4, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore the fishing and weather has been great this past week. We have been limiting out on our Reds (Drum, Red) and caught some nice Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Flounder (Flounder, Gulf & Flounder, Southern) as well. We have been using dead shrimp and live Cocahoe Minnows Carolina rigged in deeper waters, and popping corks with 20″ leaders in the shallows around the oyster beds.

OFFSHORE – Offshore it’s been good for Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin), Wahoo and nice Amberjack (Jack, Amberjack Greater). It’s just been a game of finding the clear water. This time of year the Mississippi River dumps out plenty of muddy freshwater. You need to look at the current flow charts for the day and pick a clean water destination to head for. The local Captains know just how to put you in clean water and on some nice Yellowfin Tuna. Baits preferred are cut Spanish Sardines, Pogie and live Hardtails (Blue Runner). Use a chum bag to make a chum line to draw them in. Drift your lines freely using a good quality 60-80# fluorocarbon leader.

BAIT REPORT – Blue Runners are working well for offshore Tuna fishing.

Capt. John Chauvin’s Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

January 28, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore throughout this area has finally set into the winter pattern. This means we are battling water situations when cold fronts stir up the pots. This has put a damper on the Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) action. Trout have really increased greatly on the wade fishing in the pits on the side of the highway because they are deeper holes. Other than that the Redfish (Drum, Red), Sheepshead and so forth all remain very strong. Winter is a good time to be redfishing. Reds this time of the year are not very particular. You can use live bait like Cocahoe Minnows or Mud Minnow or plastics. If you’ve got good clean water they will annihilate the baits. We are getting a lot of precipitation which we hope means there will be an early spring so by March there will be nice clean water and an early return of Trout. So far there is still some great action to take advantage of this week.

OFFSHORE – In Federal water the Triggers (Triggerfish, Gray) are open, and pretty much everything else is open except for most Grouper and Snapper, Red. The Snapper are open for recreational anglers within the 9 mile limit in state water however. It’s monster Tuna, Yellowfin time however the cold fronts keep anglers off the water quite a bit these days. There have been some Tuna caught and the key is flexibility this year. You have to be able to run when the weather conditions are ideal. The best bite this week is the great Wahoo bite. They are large and up to 100 lbs. They are showing up consistently this week so far. It is a great time to fish the offshore with the huge sizes of fish being caught.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288
http://www.reelscreamers.com/

January 22, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are still some Reds (Drum, Red) being caught and this is the main target this week. They are hitting off the bottom on artificials in dark colors or dead Shrimp on the low tide. Anglers are also using a popping cork as well. The bite is consistent and the sizes are pretty good. Things have slowed down with the cooler weather however it is a seasonal lull and we expect to see things pick back up soon.

Capt. John Chauvin Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586

January 15, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – There have been plenty of Reds (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) in the area lately. They are loving live Minnows or alternatively live Shrimp. The weather has been decent in this area lately and anglers are gearing up to head to the offshore soon.

Moran’s Marina
985-396-2728
www.moransmarina.com

January 15, 2016

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

Moran’s Marina
985-396-2728
www.moransmarina.com

December 29, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Despite the weather conditions as of late there have still been some reports of fish coming in. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are turning up in big sizes now that the weather has cooled down. They are on fire so far for anything live, preferably Shrimp or similar artificials. Overall it was a great year for Capt. John Chauvin and we look forward to his reports from Grand Isle in 2016. RECEIVE $50.00 OFF WHEN BOOKING WITH CAPTAIN JOHN’S FIN-TASTIC CHARTERS WHEN YOU MENTION THE PRO ANGLER APP!!

OFFSHORE – The weather has continued to be unfavorable in the offshore this week. High winds and rain have kept a lot of anglers off the water so far. There have been a few reports of Tuna, Blackfin swimming quite far out so they’ve been too hard to get to.

Capt. John Chauvin
985-665-4586

December 21, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The bite has continued to do well this week. Reds (Drum, Red) are still biting in the marshes, shallows and canals with the marshes producing the best. They have been pretty big fish so far. Cocahoe minnows are the best bet for bait as they have not moved to the deep holes yet. Once the weather cools off they will move to the deeper channels but they have not made it there yet. There are also some great Seatrout, Spotted in the same area. They are loving the minnows as well both on a Carolina Rig or under a Cork, there is no preference. There are plenty of fish so anglers should have no trouble catching this week. RECEIVE $50.00 OFF WHEN BOOKING WITH CAPTAIN JOHN’S FIN-TASTIC CHARTERS WHEN YOU MENTION THE PRO ANGLER APP!!

Capt. John Chauvin
985-665-4586

December 14, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are catching plenty of Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) in the inshore marshes and bays. We had excellent weather this weekend which made for some Fin-tastic fishing. Baits used were live cocahoe minnows on a Carolina rig in deeper waters of the bays and canals, and cocahoe minnows about 16″ under a popping cork in the shallow duck ponds. The local marina has all the minnows you need as well as all the tackle needed for a successful fishing trip. A Fin-tastic Charter is a great gift to give that special angler in your family.

Capt. John Chauvin
985-665-4586

December 9, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather has finally been beautiful inshore lately. There has been a great mess of Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) turning up in great sizes. Reds (Drum, Red) have also been hitting in the same water. Live Cocahoe Minnows are working best to hook them so far this week. The duck ponds, small bays, and deeper canals are the hot spots. Simply look for the moving water and you should be on fish. Oyster beds are also holding great sizes of Trout as well. They are becoming very aggressive and fat as they prepare for the winter season. A great setup is a 20 inch lead on a popping cork. Carolina Rigs are working as well on the bottom with a Minnow. As an artificial alternative the Vudu Shrimp are unreal this week. There are still a few Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Gulf) still hanging around along with Drum (Drum, Black) and Sheepshead. Their sizes are decent but not the focus of most anglers this week. Most fishermen underestimate the quality of winter fishing as there is less competition for fishing spots, you don’t have to go very far as the fish are more concentrated in deeper holes and they are easier to catch. It is a great time to hit the water.

OFFSHORE – The seas have kicked up this week and the fronts are beginning to move through. Tuna and Snapper are pretty far out and no one is really targeting them this week. There are good numbers of migratory fish however they are passing by quickly. Some anglers are reeling in Cobia in decent sizes but this bite is not expected to last too much longer.

BAIT REPORT – There are still Cocahoe Minnows (Mud Minnows) running this week and working extremely well for Specks. RECEIVE $50.00 OFF WHEN BOOKING WITH CAPTAIN JOHN’S FIN-TASTIC CHARTERS WHEN YOU MENTION THE PRO ANGLER APP!!

Capt. John Chauvin
985-665-4586

December 3, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather finally improved enough inshore this past weekend and early week and anglers have been able to get out for some good fish. The marshes are full of Reds (Drum, Red) and Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and they are turning on. Live Cocahoe Minnows are the best choice to hook either of these fish and have been very productive. Anglers can also use artificial Shrimp under a popping cork or Carolina Rig on the bottom. Captain John suggests hooking the minnows either through the eyes or the meat behind the lips. Anywhere behind the eyes could cause the spine to break and the minnow to swim unnaturally so anglers should avoid this. The more natural the minnows look the better. There have been no signs of Flounder and Sheepshead this week so far.

OFFSHORE – Unfavorable conditions have made for a rough go in the offshore this week. The cold fronts passing through have not helped the rough seas and most anglers have remained closer to shore. There are no reports yet this week however anglers who decide to head out on the water this holiday can check out our Tips feature which provides additional information and suggestions to help improve the catch.

BAIT REPORT – Mud Minnows continue to run this week and are working well for inshore fish. RECEIVE $50.00 OFF WHEN BOOKING WITH CAPTAIN JOHN’S FIN-TASTIC CHARTERS WHEN YOU MENTION THE PRO ANGLER APP!!

Capt. John Chauvin
985-665-4586

November 26, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – We caught our limits of Redfish (Drum, Red) as well as some Specks (Seatrout, Spotted), Drum (Drum, Black), Flounder,Southern and a few Sheepshead. We used live Cocahoe Minnows, set at 20″ under a popping cork. Hook the Minnows either through and through the eyes, or through the meat right behind the lips. Be careful not to hook them anywhere behind the eyes because you could break the spine causing them to die right away. You want the Minnows to stay alive and swim naturally. We fished the inland canals where the outlets of the shallow duck ponds spill water out into the canals. The fish stack up there, waiting to catch the Minnows and bait Shrimp and they swim out of the shallow ponds into the deeper canals. We also caught a few Specks on plastic Cocahoe Minnows in the color “Opening Night” on a red 1/4 oz jig head. All of the local marinas have all the live Cocahoe Minnows you will need to have a successful trip.

OFFSHORE – Unfavorable conditions have made for a rough go in the offshore this week. The cold fronts passing through have not helped the rough seas and most anglers have remained closer to shore. There are no reports yet this week however anglers who decide to head out on the water this holiday can check out our Tips feature which provides additional information and suggestions to help improve the catch.

BAIT REPORT – Minnow and Shrimp are both running right now and anglers should have no trouble stocking up on either one before they head out. RECEIVE $50.00 OFF WHEN BOOKING WITH CAPTAIN JOHN’S FIN-TASTIC CHARTERS WHEN YOU MENTION THE PRO ANGLER APP!!

Capt. John Chauvin
985-665-4586

November 20, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The marshes are producing a great Seatrout, Spotted bite along with some decent sizes in Reds (Drum, Red). The Inlets are producing some fish so anglers are using Cocahoe Minnows and Shrimp to catch both species in this area. As the pressure drops before the next front we are seeing an increase in action. Reds, Drum (Drum, Black) and Sheepshead are all biting off the shores. It’s a good idea to get out before the next front as the water will be fairly mixed up for a couple days following.

OFFSHORE – The bite in this area has been hit and miss due to unfavorable weather conditions as of late. The seas have gotten rough although there is a Tuna, Blackfin bite roughly 100 miles out and farther. Snapper, Red have also been doing well in the 10-20 miles range and finally there has been a steady Cobia bite between 1-10 miles when anglers can get out on the water.

BAIT REPORT – There are no bait running to report at this time. RECEIVE $50.00 OFF WHEN BOOKING WITH CAPTAIN JOHN’S FIN-TASTIC CHARTERS WHEN YOU MENTION THE PRO ANGLER APP!!

Capt. John Chauvin
985-665-4586

November 10, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – With the unfavorable weather patterns setting in, anglers have been deterred from heading out lately. With the recent winds the inshore water is in a recovery period that will take probably 2 tide changes to take place, however there is another front heading in at the end of the week. Anglers that head out when the wind is below 15 knots can expect to reel in some 2-8 lb Redfish (Drum, Red) in the marsh. The water level is expected to drop and Shrimp will no longer be able to hide in the grass. This will be optimal time to take advantage and gather bait. The Seatrout, Spotted are moving into deeper holes as the temperature drops. They’ve become spotty as well. Most anglers are planning their trips and crossing their fingers for some nice weather.

OFFSHORE – Wind and rain has deterred many anglers from heading offshore this week. There are currently no offshore trips to report however if conditions lay down and fishermen decide to head to the deeper water they can always consult our Tips feature which provides additional suggestions and information that could help improve the catch.

BAIT REPORT – With the windy weather and mixed up water Shrimp has been the only bait to be found here recently. As the water levels lower they will be significantly easier to catch.

Capt. Danny Wray
225-721-8182
http://www.calmwatercharters.net/

November 10, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

Capt. Danny Wray
225-721-8182
http://www.calmwatercharters.net/

November 6, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fall bite is in full swing as the reefs and canals are full of Seatrout, Spotted. The Reds (Drum, Reds) have been great as well. The marshes continue to be stocked with trout as well while Reds are up in the skinny water as the tides have been so high they’ve pushed them up in the grass. Both species are looking for mud minnows and shrimp however the birds are blowing their cover from above.

OFFSHORE – The weather conditions have just been too rough for anyone to get offshore at this time. Anglers hope things will clear up soon however boaters should take proper precautions should they decide to venture out. For more information on offshore fish in this area you can check out our Tips feature with lots of suggestions that could help improve your catch.

BAIT REPORT – Mud Minnows are all over the place since the weather moved through.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter
225-937-6288
http://www.reelscreamers.com/

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The weather conditions have just been too rough for anyone to get offshore at this time. Anglers hope things will clear up soon however boaters should take proper precautions should they decide to venture out. For more information on offshore fish in this area you can check out our Tips feature with lots of suggestions that could help improve your catch.

INSHORE – The fall bite is in full swing as the reefs and canals are full of Seatrout, Spotted. The Reds (Drum, Reds) have been great as well. The marshes continue to be stocked with trout as well while Reds are up in the skinny water as the tides have been so high they’ve pushed them up in the grass. Both species are looking for mud minnows and shrimp however the birds are blowing their cover from above.

BAIT REPORT – Mud Minnows are all over the place since the weather moved through.

Capt. Daryl Carpenter
225-937-6288
www.reelscreamers.com

October 28, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The weather has been fierce this week making it difficult for anglers to get on the water. About 70+ miles you you can find Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) if you’re trolling behind the trawlers. Cobia are in the 5-10 mile range waiting for bait. After the storm the Tuna are expected to make their way closer to shore. Activity typically increases at this time as the calmer weather takes into effect midweek.

INSHORE – Everyone is inshore. Tide is about a foot and a half above average. The storm is affecting the fishing, but it’s not necessarily a bad thing. With the high tide the marshes have also risen bringing out the all the bait fish and attracting various species (Drum, Red & Seatrout, spotted) inwards. The storm not only creates easier access to the fish but also opens up a larger area as they will become more spread out in higher water as travel is easier. Conditions will muddy up the water so keep in mind that artificial lures work extremely well in bright colors. You will likely not have any trouble as the fish are just waiting for something to pass by with the moving marsh currents. The high tides are anticipated to last throughout the rest of the week so take advantage and get on the water.

BAIT REPORT – Due to tide levels the bait will be more scattered. Shrimp will really be on the move when the water drops out of the backwaters drawing them out with it.

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Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
John Chauvin
Grand Isle
985-665-4586

October 23, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The fish have definitely been biting offshore. In the quarter to 10 mile range we have Blackfin Tuna by the rigs taking Hardtails or cut bait. The further out rigs, at least in the 10 mile range are showing Yellowfin Tuna along with Blackfin Tuna. Amberjack and Cobia are offering up a good bottom bite out around the same rigs. There are still some Mangrove Snapper but they are slowing down for the season.

INSHORE – Redfish are moving away from the beaches and heading offshore or to the marshes. Trout and Redfish are being found in marshes, bays and deeper canals using live Shrimp and live Mud Minnows under a popping cork or on carolina rigs. It’s best to hit these spots during falling tides and also look to the oyster beds. October and November is a slow season for fishing in the beaches but the falling tide makes fishing easier in the marshes. The season also brings less boaters but generally more fish in the deeper channels. Live Mud Minnows, Shrimp and plastics are all working well as bait. The Carolina as well as Plastic Double rig are two great setups and Matrix Shad, plastic cocahoe minnow in a pinkish or red colour are the best bet. The fish are slower but you are more likely to catch your limit faster.

BAIT REPORT – Lots of Mud Minnows and Shrimp are in the backwaters. They’ll be on the move during falling tide.

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John Chauvin
Grand Isle
985-665-4586

September 25, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – There’s been a pretty good Tuna bite about 60 miles out. Virtually anything will work well out there once you find them. To catch Mangrove Snapper, freeline some live Croaker or frozen Pogies near the first set of rigs. The first set of rigs are usually 4-5 miles offshore, so not too far.

INSHORE – Fishing has been good in close. There are lots of Bull Reds, Rat Reds, a few Trout, and a few Flounder to catch off the Pier. Cocahoe minnows have been working pretty well here for most anything.

BAIT REPORT – The little Cocahoe Minnows are easy to catch and are great bait to use inshore. There are a bunch of Pogies and Mullets around in the area to catch.

Bridge Side Marina
Highway 1
Grand Isle, LA
985-787-2419

September 2, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The seas have been relatively calm the past few days for the offshore runs. The Blackfin Tuna and Yellowfin Tuna are fishing well still behind the trawlers. There’s more Blackfin than Yellowfin Tuna in the 50 mile range. In the 100 mile range there’s some good Tuna Fishing around the floating rigs. The floating rigs are really good at schooling bait in the deeper water.

INSHORE – Redfish have slowed down a little bit on the beach, but when they’re there can be coaxed into taking a live Cocahoe Minnow. The marsh will be your best bet for targeting Redfish. There are still a lot of Trout on the beaches. They’re very aggressive right now as they’re guarding beds. Most anything that gets in front of them is trigger a strike. Since the strike is defensive as opposed to a feeding strike, live bait can make them hold on a little bit longer. That’s not to say artificials aren’t catching fish. Cacahoe patterned artificials are working for Speckled Trout. When fish are hitting baits and lures defensively, try downsizing your bait or lure so that you increase your odds of the fish taking the whole thing, hook included, into it’s mouth. When a fish is hungry, they will swallow the whole bait. When they are defensive, they’re just trying to kill the intruder so they don’t always swallow the bait or lure.

Capt. John of Fin-tastic charters is still putting his customers on the fish. Anyone who wants to book a trip with Capt. John can save $50 on a booking by mentioning Pro Angler. Give him a shout for a day of fishing in Louisiana you won’t soon forget.

Capt. John Chauvin
Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
Grand Isle , LA
985-665-4586

August 25, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – Capt. John says the Trout fishing is really good right now and they’ve been catching some large females as they’re heading for second spawn. He’s been finding live Cacahoe Minnows are working well for the Trout and Redfish, as are live Shrimp. Bull Redfish are all over the beaches aggressively chasing frantic schools of Mullet. When the Reds are in a mood like that, they’ll hammer just about anything you throw at them. There’s been some of the bigger Trout that are preparing for spawn in there chasing them as well. In the mornings, look for the schools of Mullet on the down current side of structure and keep an eye out for game fish that are busting them.

OFFSHORE – Mangrove Snapper have been readily taking live Croakers. Mangrove Snapper can be caught in water depths anywhere from 50 feet up to 400 feet. In shallower water, they’ll usually be accompanied by murkier water. When fishing murky water you can use heavier fluorocarbon and cut bait. In clearer water like you can find further out in the gulf, you’ll want to drop your line diameter as they are line shy. Live bait is better to use in cleaner water as the fish can see the difference when they can hunt with their eyes over using cut baits. Amberjack are really into live Hardtails right now. Look for a larger rig, head close to it on the down current side. Carolina rig live hardtail with a large circle hook, 16/0 to 20/0. Make sure when you hook the Amberjack, you pull away from the rig a little bit so you have more room to fight the fish. The Blackfin Tuna can be found behind the trawlers and Spanish Sardines and other cut up bait is working well. When fishing behind the shrimping boats you’ll have to chum the fish away from the them.

BAIT REPORT – Mullet are around the beaches and some of the passes. In the mornings you can see them on the down current side of pilings and various structures. For catching Hardtails, you can catch them around most rigs with a Sabiki rig. Drop it down about 50 feet and start jigging.

Capt. John of Fin-tastic charters is still putting his customers on the fish. Anyone who wants to book a trip with Capt. John can save $50 on a booking by mentioning Pro Angler. Give him a shout for a day of fishing in Louisiana you won’t soon forget.

Capt. John Chauvin
Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
Grand Isle , LA
985-665-4586

August 18, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

INSHORE – The majority of the fish population is out front of the beaches and shores. This makes the fishing very weather dependent. When the bigger weather rolls in the fish will return to the backwaters of the area. Even though Grand Isle has a great Croaker fishery, the fish haven’t really turned on to them. Trout have been preferring live shrimp and the Redfish that are around are thinking the same thing.

OFFSHORE – The water has been pretty dirty closer to shore. The fish are looking for cleaner water and often when you hit the thermocline, you’ll get better separation between the muddy top water and cleaner deep water. If you’re willing to put in the and travel for the Tuna it’s certainly worth it, but right now some of the runs are well over 60 miles to find fish holding water.

BAIT REPORT – Primarily inshore they’re seeing lots of Shrimp and Croakers. Netting is best for both. A lot of the bait shops in the area have such a good supply of bait available that you can spend more time angling than catching bait. Hardtails, for offshore bait, has been doing well and you can usually chum some up near some of the structures in deeper water.

Daryl says this time of year is great for fishing. As the masses are headed back to school and work, the fishing pressure eases up and anglers will find themselves having the water all to themselves. Charter availabilities are much easier to find as well.

Captain Daryl Carpenter
Reel Screamers Guide Service
225-937-6288

August 14, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

Inshore- We caught up with Capt. John Chauvin’s Fin-Tastic Charters this week as he finished tidying up the boat after a busy few days on the water. The tide’s starting to move a little more which will help the Trout bite climb out of its slump. As early as possible in the mornings is key for the Trout. The bite shuts right off around mid morning, say 10 o’clock or so.

Offshore- The Tuna have moved in to the 40-50 mile range. The winds are starting to calm down enough for some good Tuna runs. Trolling Ballyhoo and Hardtails have been working well. The Hardtails in the 8-10 inch range seem be working better than the 10-12 inch Hardtails. The fishing for Mangrove Snapper around the reefs ain’t bad. Amberjack on the wrecks and structures isn’t too bad either.

Bait- The shrimp are really starting to come out to the Grand Isle area. The Cacahoe minnows and Croaker are showing good numbers.

Captain John’s FIN-tastic Charters are puttin’ people on the fish. If you’d like to book a trip, give us a shout.

Capt. John Chauvin
Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
Grand Isle, LA
985-665-4586

August 7, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – Continuing on from last week, Capt. John says the fishing is still great. Amber Jack just opened and that season is starting well. Cobia numbers are also strong. The wind has been blowing and breaking things up a bit, however, the bottom is still fishing well and the Tuna are still being caught. Almaco Jack and Mangrove Snapper fishing is going well in the region. Afternoons and late afternoons are a good bet right now and so are the mornings.

INSHORE – The Trout bite has been really good around Grand Isle and the Port Fourchon area. Look to the beaches and rock structures to get on those fish. Bring Croaker or Cacahoe minnows in your bait pail.

BAIT REPORT – Shrimp has really fizzled out so Croaker and Cacahoe minnows are going to be your ticket to tight lines.

Captain John is known for being on top of the fish. Give him a call while they are still biting.

Captain John
Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586
captjohnchauvin@gmail.com

July 31, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The weather has been a nice, mild, 94 degrees, slightly cloudy with a light breeze, and just enough sweat to get in your eyes if you’re out for more than 15 minutes.That being said the offshore fishing right now is great. The Dolphin and Tuna bite are really on right now. For the Dolphin you are going to want to troll Islander lures in pink and blue, or blue and white, about 20 miles out. The weedlines and the birds will tell you where the Mahi are Captain John at Capt. John’s Fin-Tastic Charters really likes the pink and blue, and has heard of some people using chartreuse and green. There are also tons of Snapper, Almaco Jacks, Amberjacks, and Cobia. There won’t be a real Cobia run until September, but right now we are picking off one or two here and there. Bottom fishing is nice right now, Captain John likes to whip up a feeding frenzy by chumming with live Croaker, or cut sardines. The live bait really whips the fish into a frenzy,w hether it is live croaker or pogies.

INSHORE – Captain John has been catching lots of Trout and Redfish. Everything is either on the beaches or around the islands. Your best time to go fishing is with the tide, catch it on the incoming or falling. Generally, the morning bite is the best right now, but the late afternoon is just as good if the tide is moving. The early tide lasts until about mid morning then it slacks really hard, which turns the fishing off. Make sure that you check around the beaches and jetties. The rock structures are holding fish too.

BAIT REPORT – Bait is doing good right now. Captain John is catching lots of Pogies and Croaker. He is doing especially good on the Croaker because it is a good and hardy bait. Look to the channels early in the morning and find the pogies schools, also check the canals and closer to the points.

Captain John is known for being on top of the fish. Give him a call while they are still biting.

Captain John
Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
985-665-4586
captjohnchauvin@gmail.com

July 22, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – Sand Dollar Marina has seen people bringing in tons of Snapper, Lemonfish, and chicken Dolphin. Last weekend they also saw some Tuna and Wahoo, but it got windy towards the middle of the week and not a lot of people went out trolling. If you go bottom fishing for the Snapper then you want to take cut bait with you and go to the structures. If you are going to try your luck trolling the best possible bait is Ballyhoo, but if you can’t get those, try trolling menhaden.

INSHORE – The main fish being targeted here are the Trout and Redfish. They respond the best to live croaker but have been known to bite on Crab, Mullet, and Shrimp. Try fishing the bridge or the rocks near the beach. There are bull Redfish in the pass. If you want to target the Speckled Trout your best bet is to go at night between the sun setting and midnight. The lights on the fishing pier are great to fish under. All of the fish under the light are eating shrimp, so drop down some big live ones or an imitation.

BAIT REPORT – Bait fish are around right now, and that is what has made the fishing so good.

Sand Dollar Marina
987 787-2500

Captain Ben Boyd (Inshore)
Uptown Angler
www.uptownangler.com
504 478 1790

Ben says that if you book a trip between now and October with him you get 50 bucks a day off of your trip if you mention Pro Angler.

July 3rd, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

The boats of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association are getting into their summer fishing routines chasing fluke inshore and tuna and sharks further out.

The “Starfish” with Captains Carl Sheppard and Vic Bertotti has been fishing in the ocean looking for fluke and black sea bass. With the daily limit on sea bass dropping to 2 per day, the attention will now be on fluke. Adding to the action lately has been a large number of sand sharks on the bottom.

Captain Jimmy Zavacky had the “Starfish” out with a crew of 8 on a sea safari. After a couple hours of slow action trolling they went to the 28 mile wreck and had 9 keeper sea bass with the largest at 15-inches.

Captain George Finck of “Sparetime” Charters had his son Bill and grandson Will out for a day of bonding and fishing on the inshore reefs. In addition to a good time, they put together a good catch of sea bass and fluke.

Captain Gary Dugan of the “Irish Jig” has found the fluke action in Great Bay to be hot and cold. One day his anglers catch mostly shorts while other days they have been putting several keepers into the box. He also had a trip for some ocean bottom fishing where they picked up some large porgies and blackfish which had to be returned to the water. They managed to take home some sea bass fillets for dinner.

Captain Fran Verdi has been fishing the “Francesca Marie” in the ocean looking for a fluke bite. He found some small fluke along with some sea bass. He is hoping for the water temperatures to rise to spark the fluke bite. He is also planning some tuna runs.

Although weather kept Captain Bob Gerkens and the “Hot Tuna” from getting offshore this week, Captain Bob says he has some reliable reports that the bluefish tuna are in their usual spots. He plans some trips in the near future to troll up some of these fish.

Captain John Lewis reports his new “Insatiable” is now in the water and ready for action. He plans to celebrate the Fourth of July with friends and family and then be open for charters.

The Junior Mates Class began last week with 13 eager teenagers looking to learn more about fishing. This week’s class will feature Captain Michael Yocco of the tournament winning “MJ’S” speaking about canyon fishing. There are still a couple of openings in the class. Information and application forms can be obtained at the Association’s website www.bhcfa.net

June 19th, 2015

Port Fourchon Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – Gulf fishing has been good! The Red Snapper season just closed. There are a lot of Amberjack out there. The Tuna have been slow but they are there. If you Chum and troll you’ll be able to ball up a bunch of Bonita and Blackfin. If bottom fishing is more your style then you’ll want to get to between 50 and 100 feet of water. You’ll find the out of season Red Snapper a little closer and there you’ll also find Yellow Fin.

INSHORE – Ben Boyce from LA Charters recently took a trip to grand Isle and found that everything you can imagine is biting under the lights on the pier at night. Around the platforms the Cobia was also strong.

BACKWATER – There has been quite a bit of wind lately which has put a damper on the fishing but it is still okay. The Trout are biting good. Redfish are also good. These fish like live Minnows and Shrimp. Pogies and Croaker are working well too. For bigger Trout use Pogies and Croaker. Smaller Trout are hitting well on Minnows and Shrimp. The big trout are spawning on the beaches right now. There are also schools of trout in the bays and inlets. Fish the rock piles and watch where the birds are diving. Big trout on the beaches spawning right now. There are also schools Trout in the bays or inlets, fish rock piles and watch birds dive.

BAIT REPORT – If you find any schools of Mullet and Pogies you’ll find other fish underneath but don’t forget to take advantage of collecting your own bait. There is lots.

Captain John Provides inshore and coastal fishing charters; mainly speckled trout and redfish. Check us out on Facebook!

Captain John Chauvin
Capt. John’s FIN-tastic Charters
captjohnchauvin@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Capt-Johns-Fin-tastic-Charters/376736512468827
985-665-4586

Ben Boyce (Inshore)
www.LAfishingcharter.com
ben@uptownangler.com

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