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Join us for the Battle of the Bands, our annual banded bird fundraising contest benefiting local high school fishing teams and 4-H programs. Open to Louisiana hunters from Teal Season through the end of Specklebelly Season. Enter online or in store — every participant is eligible for prizes!

Tax-Free Weekend is almost here, and there's no better time to stock up on the gear you've been eyeing. This September 4th and 5th, shop Lake Charles Tackle completely tax-free — in-store and online at lakecharlestackle.com. No promo code needed. Tax savings apply automatically at checkout.

Duck season is right around the corner, and we've been stocking the shelves hard at Lake Charles Tackle. Whether you're setting up a blind in the rice fields or gearing up for a dove hunt, we've got everything you need — and a lot of it just dropped online. Riceland Calls — Now Available Online We're proud to carry the full Riceland Calls lineup, handcrafted right here in Louisiana. These calls are built for the birds we hunt in Southwest Louisiana — specklebellies, mallards, and everything in between. Now you can order them without making the trip in: Riceland Acrylic Duck Call Riceland Wooden Duck Call Riceland Acrylic Speck (1/2" and 3/4") Riceland Wooden Speck Riceland Poly Snow Riceland Whistle New Hunting Gear In Stock - Shop all hunting here. We've also been loading up on gear for the season ahead: Sitka Hudson Jacket & Bibs — premium layering for cold marsh mornings Blind Grass — Synthetic Mats (Tall & Short), Coverall Ghillie Blanket, Roll-N-Geaux Teal Blind Kit, and Box Blind Seat Rig'Em Right — HydeOut Go Ground Blind and Hyde Stool Lucky Duck Agitator 2.0 Max Series — Pintail Drake Dove Gear Ultimate Bird Vest Duck Camp Lightweight Hunting Shirt (Long Sleeve) Mother Earth Hunting Soap Scent Eliminator Stop in or shop online — season's coming fast.

We've never seen anything quite like it. Customers lined up over an hour before we opened our doors this morning to get their hands on the viral Coike — the original freshwater bass bait that's taken the fishing world by storm. By the time the dust settled, we were sold out of most of them. If you missed out, don't sweat it — we're giving away 3 Coike Fullcast baits, and entering is easy. How to Win Option 1: Win on Facebook Head to our Facebook post and: 👍 Like and share the post 💬 Tag a fishing buddy in the comments We'll pick 2 winners on Friday, July 24 who will receive a Coike Fullcast in Scuppernong or Green Pumpkin Pepper/Blue Pepper. Option 2: Shop Online Place any order on lakecharlestackle.com now through Monday and you're automatically entered to win a Coike Fullcast in Green Pumpkin Pepper/Blue Flake. We'll announce 1 winner on Tuesday, July 28. (Coikes are not available for purchase online — any order qualifies!) Good luck — and tight lines! 🎣

The TURTLEBOX LSU combines rugged waterproof performance with official LSU purple and gold style — perfect for fishing, tailgating, and everything in between.

When the ducks start flying in Louisiana, having the right shotgun shells makes all the difference. From flooded timber to rice fields, waterfowlers know that ammo choice can be the key between a heavy strap and going home empty-handed. At Lake Charles Tackle, we've stocked shelves with some of the top-performing waterfowl loads on the market. Whether you're hunting big late-season mallards or early-season teal, here are our top picks for 2025 - including the popular Migra Funeral Pack 12 Gauge that's now in stock. 1. Migra Funeral Pack 12 Gauge 3" #2/4 The Migra Funeral Pack is quickly becoming a favorite among serious duck hunters. With a blended payload of #2 and #4 shot, it offers the perfect balance: hard-hitting power for bigger birds and tight pattern density for clean kills. Specs:- Gauge: 12 Gauge- Length: 3"- Shot: #2 / #4 Blend- Non-Toxic Steel, Waterfowl Legal Why Hunters Love It:- Dual shot sizes cover more situations- Consistent patterns in tough conditions- Built specifically for waterfowl hunting Good news: The Migra Funeral Pack 12 Gauge is in stock now at Lake Charles Tackle. Click here to order online: https://lakecharlestackle.com/products/migra-funeral-pack-12g-3-2-4?_pos=1&_psq=funeral&_ss=e &_v=1.0 2. Kent Fasteel 2.0 Precision Plated Steel For years, Kent Fasteel has been a trusted name in the duck blind, and the updated Fasteel 2.0 brings even more consistency and power. These shells are engineered for speed and pattern uniformity, making them a favorite for hunters who want performance at a fair price. Specs:- Gauge: 12 Gauge- Lengths: 2 3/4", 3", and 3 1/2" options- Shot: Available in multiple sizes (#2, #3, #4)- Zinc-plated steel for reliable ignition and reduced corrosion Why Hunters Love It:- Fast velocities for cleaner kills- Consistent performance across different shot sizes- Excellent value compared to premium shells 3. Migra Timber Plus 12 Gauge Designed specifically for hunting in tight spaces like flooded timber, the Migra Timber Plus load delivers dense patterns that knock down ducks at close to mid-range. With its carefully engineered shot blend, it gives hunters confidence when working mallards through the trees. Specs:- Gauge: 12 Gauge- Optimized for close-range timber hunts- Tight, uniform patterns- Premium-quality steel shot Why Hunters Love It:- Perfect for flooded timber setups- Reliable cycling and consistent performance- Dense shot cloud ideal for mallards dropping in the hole 4. Hevi-Metal Xtreme Hevi-Shot continues to impress with a heavier payload that gives hunters extended range and cleaner hits on wary birds late in the season. Final Thoughts When it comes to duck hunting in Louisiana, ammo matters. Whether you prefer the blended punch of the Migra Funeral Pack, the speed of Kent Fasteel 2.0, the timber-focused performance of Migra Timber Plus, or the heavy-hitting Hevi-Metal Xtreme, choosing the right load will help you put more birds on the strap this season. And remember - Lake Charles Tackle has Migra Funeral Pack 12 Gauge 3" #2/4 in stock right now. Click here to order yours today:https://lakecharlestackle.com/products/migra-funeral-pack-12g-3-2-4?_pos=1&_psq=funeral&_ss=e &_v=1.0

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