Thursday, 10 March 2011

The Louisiana Flats Fishing Experience

By Mike Relahs


Louisiana flats fishing locations are known as popular locations for beginning and advanced fishers. Fishers come from all over the country to participate in new adventures in Louisiana. People often have determination, concentration and a little bit of experience when they fish here and go home with lots of profit.

The Calcasieu River and the Ship Channel flow from Lake Charles into the Gulf of Mexico but together make up the Calcasieu Estuary. This is a fantastic and well known destination for catching trout and enjoying a wonderful experience. Speckled trout, redfish and flounder may also be found at this location. Drum, black and sand trout, as well as croakers, ladyfish and sheepshead are different fish species that are often caught here, too.

However, if you have a hankering to venture to the oil platforms, you will find and possibly catch fish such as: bull redfish, jack crevalle, snapper, tripletail, bluefish, cobia and, potentially, sharks.

You will need to make sure you have the proper equipment for catching the more advanced gamefish species. The proper bait is also essential for whether or not you get a good day's worth of fish.

If you are a newbie to the Louisiana flats, it is greatly suggested that you obtain some sort of guide for your adventure. You should choose a guide that is knowledgeable about the surrounding areas, the layout of the waters, what kinds of fish live in which areas and they guide should also be able to help you with reeling if need be. For beginners, try to ask your guide to find a good spot for bull redfish fishing.

The bull redfish is popular among beginners because you can carry a rod, reel and ice chest to a spot of your choosing and catch the fish rather easily. Other species of fish in the flats require that you rent a boat and have a higher level or determination. With bull redfish, you can sit back and relax.

For those of you who are considering enjoying your Louisiana flats fishing trip during the summer months, remember to pack chairs and umbrellas for a good time. The flats have been known to receive high doses of sunlight which can make the fishing location very hot and uncomfortable. Therefore, do not forget the hydrating drinks, food and other items to keep you healthy. Overall, take your time, enjoying the experience and hopefully you will bring home plenty of fish.




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