Sheepshead is a strange name (Archosargus probatocephalus is its official name) for a strange fish. Nevertheless they’re a sought after fish for their uniqueness and for their taste. Sheepsheads are great winter fishing in the New Orleans area, and provide a fun...
Fishing for redfish in Louisiana is an adventure. With so many marshes and estuaries, it’s a perfect place to reel in these fun fish – especially in the New Orleans area. This blog will give you an overview of redfish in the area and some tips for catching them....
What should I bring on my fishing charter? This is probably one of the most common questions that I’ve gotten over the years of being a fishing guide. Many new anglers hire a guide to learn and experience firsthand the techniques of the sport from a professional. In...
Wow! It’s already April! The first quarter of 2023 fishing is already gone. I guess that happens when you’re having fun. It feels good to be back on the water, spring is here, and the fish are hungry. March has been a productive month, with lots of fish hitting the...
The Dog Days of Summer August fishing in New Orleans can be hotter than a speckle trout bite in a school of white shrimp. If you don’t know what that’s like, you should make your way down on the bayou and let me show ya! I get asked all the time how we manage the...
Fishing on the bayou this year has definitely been a different year than past years. Last year as most of you know we (south Louisiana) were hit with a very strong Cat4 hurricane Ida. This storm tore up lots of marsh and changed our fishery some. We suffered a...
I’m Captain Jason Shilling, owner and fishing guide of New Orleans Style Fishing Charters. I fish the back water marsh, lakes, bays, and bayous of Lafitte, Louisiana for red fish and speckle trout. Located just 40 mins south of New Orleans, Lafitte is home to some of the finest inshore fishing the New Orleans area has to offer. I've been fishing these waters my whole life and know how to show y’all the true meaning of southern hospitality, good times, and lots of action.
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