 Frank Lodato is a recreational fisherman born and raised in New Orleans. A local product of Brother Martin High School, Frank served 10 years active duty in the U.S. Navy. In 2002 he earned a BS in Electronic Systems Technologies from Southern Illinois University, and is the owner, webmaster, and editor of www.Yatfish.com, a website that provides links to real-time, observational, weather data in the Lake Pontchartrain area. Frank spends his time as a Network Engineer for the National Data Buoy Center when he's not fishing or performing his duties as NewOrleans.com Fishing Editor. |
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Fishing
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 With all this water around and a regional cuisine based almost solely on seafood, you better believe that fishing is a way of life in New Orleans! We have shrimp, crawfish, oysters, redfish, trout, catfish and then some, and there are plenty of friendly locals who would love to take you out for a day or two and show you the secret hotspots that are all over the state. We have boat launches, fish education and a fishing charter that uses a bow and arrow instead of hook, line and sinker...all at the click of a button. (More)
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Birdwatching
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Trapping
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 Because of the unique combination of Louisiana's river-delta ecosystem and our subtropical environment, we can offer world-class birding all year long. There have been about 450 bird species spotted in Louisiana, and a trip along the America's Wetland Birding Trail will bring you close to seeing them all! (More) |
 There is a rich history of trapping here in Louisiana, beginning with bayou settlers looking for ways to warm their families in the chilly winter months. If you want to join in a tradition that has been around since the 1700s, we have 14 different furbearers in the state, and the season runs annually from Nov. 20 through March 31. (More) |
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Hunting
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 Because of our rich, swampy bayous down south and our lush, forested hills up north, Louisiana offers hunters a wide selection of game, practically all year long. The eight-month season includes doves, ducks, wild turkey, deer, teal, geese, quail, rabbit, nutria and more. Also, there is no limit on wild hogs, and you can trap them all year long all over the state.
With ample hunting guides and lodges near New Orleans, your stay in the city could easily segue into a guys’ weekend in the wilderness or vice versa. Check out our hunting pages for tips on what to do beforehand, who to go with and what you’ll bring back home. (More)
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Creole Nature Trail
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Resources
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 If you want to be out in Louisiana's backyard but don't necessarily want to bring any back with you, then the Creole Nature Trail is for you! Consisting of 180 miles miles of roads that wind through bayous, along the Gulf and past rare oak cheniers, you'll encounter all of the flora and fauna Louisiana has to offer in their natural habitats. (More) |
 The NewOrleans.Com Sportsman's Paradise Resources have everything you'll need to plan a perfect trip to Louisiana's hunting and fishing grounds. From licensing information for seniors, active military and Louisiana residents to a sunrise-sunset table to help you decide on your wake up call, we have it all right here. (More)
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