I know there is not much good news in the way of the BP oil spill off the shores of LA, but I did just receive some encouraging news from one of our outfitters in the Lake Charles area.  Please read his update below, if you are interested in a early season Teal hunt this may be the place to go.  I have personally visited this outfitter on several occasions, he runs a first rate operation, with a fantastic lodge, great meals and of course some of the best hunting and fishing in LA.  Please let me know if you would like more details on this outfitter.

Greg Ray 918 407 2586 or email greg@outdoor-connection.com

FYI we should have some excellent cast and blast opportunities for teal hunting in September.  As a result of the oil spill, the govt has a program to pay farmers to flood their fields around here from Aug 15-Nov 15 for shore birds.  They must keep the level from muddy water to 2″ deep for the entire period to get paid.  Southwest Louisiana is already a major stopping point for the southbound bluewing teal, but this additional habitat will attract and hold even more than normal.  This will be a boon to the teal habitat around here and we will be covered up with them as this will be additional water along with the rice crops in our fields.  As always, our September fishing will be fantastic as well, making for good cast and blast trips.  Season dates are Sept.11-26

Rates     $175 show up hunts

                $350 overnight hunts with lodging and meals

                $550 cast and blast with overnight lodging and meals