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Winter Fly Fishing – 7 Tips for Success
Winter can be the best time of year to go fly fishing, with its crisp, cool days and beautiful scenery. That said, it’s important to know what you’re doing before you head out on the ice with your rod and reel; otherwise, you may find yourself more cold and wet than...
What Are the Best Lures for Trout?
We've all been there before: Sitting on the boat with our lines cast in the water, waiting ... waiting ... waiting ... and no trout ever bites. It's a sad day when we go home empty-handed and an even sadder day when we realize the problem could have been solved simply...
Best Goose Hunting Gear for Lake Charles
Proper preparation is vital when it comes to waterfowl hunting. If you're prepping for your next goose hunt, it is important to ensure that you have the right goose hunting gear in place—from clothes and apparel to equipment and outerwear protective gear. Fortunately,...
Picking the Right Scope for a Rifle
If you just bought a rifle, even if you're an experienced shooter, the scope market can be a bit confusing. Choosing a rifle scope that serves your intended purpose can be challenging, with so many types and brands in the market. Experts from Lake Charles Tackle have...
Common Fish in Lake Charles
The Top Fish You Can Catch in Lake Charles, Louisiana There’s no doubt - Lake Charles is one of the best fishing locations in all of Louisiana. With access to three bodies of water - Calcasieu Lake, the Calcasieu River, and Prien Lake - anglers of all levels come here...
The NEW A300 Ultima
Today we're introducing you to the latest release from Beretta - the A300 Ultimate! This sleek, black synthetic shotgun is great for all levels of expertise with enhanced stability, comfort, and control. It features two gauge sizes, 20g or 12g and a 3" chamber. And a...
LCT Podcast, Episode 5: Father’s Day Special!
We have fathers day coming up fast, and we have some great picks for dad that you can't go wrong with! Were excited to bring you guys podcast #5 with our favorite picks for fathers day where we have hand selected a few of our favorite products straight off our shelves...
Our Top Rods for Redfish and Trout
This one goes out to all our trout and redfish lovers who are searching for the perfect rod to take out on the waters on their next trip. When it comes to fishing rods, we all know how important it is to have one with all of the right specs and features. Otherwise,...
LCT Podcast, Episode 4: Ft. Legally Armed America
Thank you guys so much for the support on our last podcast! Our feedback told us that you guys really enjoyed our last guest, so we decided to bring another one on! We brought Paul Glasco from Legally Armed America onto the show to discuss a few things with our...
The Best Lightweight Rifles
If there's one thing any hunter knows, it's that carrying around heavy equipment all day can be draining. Often leading to a shorter hunting trip than you'd like. But now you don't have to get bogged down by weight on your next hunting trip. These lightweight rifles...
LCT Podcast, Episode 3: Marsh Madness!
Welcome to episode 3 of the Lake Charles Tackle Podcast! We are really excited about this one because we have our very first ever guest on the show, Jonathan "Gump" Quinn. He has the inside scoop on questions we have about Lacassine, the burns, and tips and tricks to...
Our Best Turkey Loads
Lake Charles Tackle offers a variety of products to help make sure you bring home the biggest birds from the field. But a hunt can only be as good as the load you use to shoot with. To make sure that you're prepared for your next turkey hunting trip, we've compiled a...
LCT Podcast: Episode 2
Welcome back and thanks for tuning in for our second podcast episode. We're really excited to be back and provide more updates to you all. This episode has a lot of great content, so be sure to watch all the way through. Oh, and don't forget to subscribe to stay up to...
Winter Tackle Box: 4 Bass Lures You Need
Anyone who fishes for bass knows both the joys and struggles of fishing in the winter. The cold weather and freezing equipment make for a challenge. But it's also a great time to go fishing because the bass will go for a slower-moving bait. What bass lures should you...
We Have A Podcast!
Lake Charles Podcast After a tough year with COVID and hurricanes, we're excited to bring you this new venture. We love our Lake Charles community and want to engage you in a new and exciting way. Through this podcast, we are excited to get personal and give you...
A Quick Guide To Speckled Seatrout In Louisiana
Over the years, Lake Charles has been one of the top spots to catch the best Speckled Seatrout, or simply Speckled Trout. These estuarine fish are very common to Louisiana and the southern United States, especially close to the Gulf of Mexico – which is connected...
Tips for Fishing With Kids
Fishing families know the struggle. You want to take the kids out fishing to give them a life-long memory, but finding the right sized gear is often difficult. Having the proper gear is super important when it comes to children and that's why Lake Charles Tackle is...
Four Life and Leadership Lessons I Learned from My Dad on Fishing Trips
Growing up, my dad always made sure that I experience life in its fullness. We were blessed to go on multiple family trips and spend time together. Here are four lessons I learn from our fishing trips: Preparation is an art. You get out what you put in. When we go...
XTRATUF® Ankle Deck Boots Are The Hot Item For Waterfowling
XTRATUF has been making industrial quality boots for commercial fishing crews and other maritime jobs for over 60 years, and today offers several lines of footwear for outdoor sporting as well. One line that has recently made a name for itself is the 6” Ankle Deck...
Duck Season In Southern Louisiana
Duck Season In Southern Louisiana Duck hunting may sound easy, but there’s a lot that goes into having a successful shoot and bringing home your bag limit, and it can vary from region to region. Let’s focus on the coastal region of southern Louisiana. During most of...
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