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Restoring the Coast for Wildlife and Sportsmen, 20 Years Post-Katrina

By Julia-Claire Oubre It’s been nearly 20 years since Hurricanes Katrina and Rita decimated the Gulf Coast, impacting communities, habitat and wildlife mainly in Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama. The storms showed us just how important our coastal marshes and barrier … Continue reading

Conservation on Tap: Listening to the Coast, One Conversation at a Time

By Connor Gilbert This summer, my colleague Johnny Marquez and I have focused on connecting with coastal communities through Conservation on Tap events with Vanishing Paradise. These gatherings offer more than just updates on local restoration projects—they create space for … Continue reading

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Seeing Red! 

By Johnny Marquez When the weather turns warm, and we edge into summer, many Gulf Coast anglers start to see red – red snapper, that is.  With state recreational seasons opening across the Gulf between April and May, depending on … Continue reading

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Maurepas swamp: Louisiana’s largest Wildlife Management Area is getting the attention it deserves!

By Connor Gilbert As drivers travel along I-10 and pass the Bonnet Carré Spillway, they may notice what appears to be a land bridge just below the roadway. This area is part of a much larger restoration effort that includes … Continue reading

New Report Helps Hunters & Anglers Advocate and Adapt to Climate Change

It isn’t a matter of if, but when, climate change will find our favorite spots and change our sporting lives. Continue reading