ABUNDANCE OF BAIT IN THE GULF It is during the colder months that pogies, also known as Gulf Menhaden, spawn and feed offshore in the Gulf of Mexico. “The abundance of pogie bait in the Louisiana Gulf is unbelievable in January, February, March and April,” said Captain Troy Wetzel, Louisiana Offshore Fishing Charters. As day

Are you looking for the ultimate excursion to top off your next Louisiana vacation? If you've seen the city of New Orleans and braved the bayous, there's only one way to cap your adventure. It's time for you to head out to the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico.   Improve Your Knowledge of

As the summer season is at its peak, many anglers are going to look for excuses to get out on the waters. This is nowhere more true than in the Gulf Coast region just off the coast of Louisiana. Here is the place where anglers will find many species of prized sport fish in great

Are you thinking of going on a deep sea fishing adventure? The Gulf Coast of Louisiana is the perfect place to charter a memorable and productive trip. There are numerous charter services just waiting to take you out to the Gulf for a deep sea fishing jaunt.  The key to enjoying yourself is making sure

There are many species of wild tuna to be found all over the world. Some of the finest and most desirable species, including the world famous Yellowfin, can be found in the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you are a beginning angler or an accomplished expert, the waters off the coast of Louisiana are filled with

The Art of Catching Yellowfin Tuna Captain Troy Wetzel has been chartering his fishing boats from the Venice Marina in Plaquemines Parish, La.  for over 25 years.  He is currently the oldest and wisest of all the captains working out of Venice.   In fact, it is most likely that each of the captains working

Early spring is rapidly approaching and it's time to turn your attention to the great outdoors. This is the best time of the year to be on the water. If you've been looking for an outdoor adventure, consider taking a deep sea charter fishing trip in the Gulf! Nothing beats the thrill of catching giant

  Swordfish - The Bite is On...   Fishing out of Venice, Louisiana for Swordfish during the day is no easy task. If you want to land a Swordfish, it would be wise to go fishing with a professional fishing charter that knows how to catch them. There are specific ways to bait a hook