Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc
Will the Clock Strike Midnight for the Menhaden Industry in Louisiana? - Full Show 11-1-2025
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don's daughter Cheri comes on as a guest co-host! They shed a light on the Pointer Rescue Organization, take account of the changing weather affecting fishing patterns, and shed a light on the upcoming high-stakes meeting between the state of Louisiana and the menhaden fishing industry.
The menhaden industry's high-stakes meeting with the state of Louisiana will be crucial per Rad Trasher
Executive Director of LA Coastal Conservation Association Rad Trasher joins Don Dubuc to discuss the crucial meeting between the menhaden industry and the state of Louisiana. He talks on a potential full ban, how Louisiana has gotten to this point, and how the industry manipulates studies in their favor.
Reflecting on his hunting trips, Ryan Lambert talks international game
Ryan Lambert joins the program and gives his perspective on local and international game. He gives us his special frying grease, and talks on how to bring back birds from Canada to the USA.
Brendan Bayard on having good luck fishing in windy weather
Brendan Bayard comes on to discuss his fishing escapades from his kayak!
Where should I look for fish after a cold front? Mike Gallo answers
Captain Mike Gallo joins the show and gives his take on what's going on with "world series" trout, the Biloxi marsh, and where to look for fish after a cold front.
It's rodeo season for red fish - Daryl Carpenter
Daryl Carpenter calls into the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc to discuss the abundance of red fish he's been seeing over the last few days.
Fishing with live shrimp has done the trick for Glen Sanchez
Glen Sanchez joins Don an talks on how an adjustment in bait has borne fruit in his fishing.
The menhaden madness continues - Full Show 10-25-2025
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don breaks down the developing story between the menhaden boating industry in Louisiana, talks on introducing Florida bass in Louisianan waters, and takes a look at LA Wildfowl Fest in Mandeville.
Emile Broussard and Gene Hebert talk abut LA Wildfowl Fest
Emile Broussard and Gene Hebert join Don to discuss their event in Mandeville, Louisiana: LA Wildfowl Fest!
The menhaden boats have kicked the hornet's nest in latest battle in Louisiana - Ryan Lambert
Ryan Lambert discusses with Don the developing legal proceedings between the menhaden boating industry and the state of Louisiana, the game he's seeing this morning, and more.
"Kayakers should probably just call it a day with the wind" - Lance Burgos
Kayaker Lance Burgos swings by to advise kayakers on how to approach the morning waters in Louisiana.
Are bass back? Mike Gallo answers
Mike Gallo joins Don to talk about what he's seeing out on the water, and it seems he brings good news on the bass front.
Are the red fish finally becoming more active? Daryl Carpenter breaks it down
Daryl Carpenter gives his perspective on the changing winds in Louisiana, particularly regarding red fish patterns.
Captain Kirk: The teal have finally come, better late than never
Captain Kirk Stansel joins the show and breaks down the sate of fishing in western Louisiana. He talks to some Texans, addresses the changes in wind patterns, and gives us an update on teal.
Striking out in Kentucky deer hunting with Robbie Campo
Robbie Campo talks to Don on his hunting trip up in Kentucky, and how harsh winds are affecting the morning's fishing.
Are black bear permits a ticking time bomb? Full Show 10-18-2025
On this episode of the Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don takes a look at the recent lottery for black bear hunting licenses in the wake of recent deaths to black bears in Arkansas. He asks around for how the changing weather has affected the local fishing spots, and has a chat with Maci Bergeron of the LSU Tigers on her background in frogging.
Tigers in the Wild: LSU catcher Maci Bergeron on catching frogs, softballs, and more
LSU softball catcher Maci Bergeron joins Don to break down her lifelong hobby of frog hunting. She also gives us her future plans after graduation.
Butch Ridgedell: things are getting hectic with kayaking
Captain Ridgedell joins the program to give us insights on how kayak fishing has changed with the recent cold front.
How can newbies track down fish like a pro? Glenn Sanchez gives his tips
Captain Glenn Sanchez joins the Don Dubuc show and gives us his insights into fishing and how one ought to run a marina.
Will the menhaden fishing industry ruin Louisiana's beautiful coastline? Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc (Full Show 10-11-2025)
On this episode of Louisiana Great Outdoors, Don asks his listeners for their favorite gumbo recopies ahead of national gumbo day. He asks his guests what they're seeing in the closing days of flounder season, and dedicates time to discussing upcoming discussions between the menhaden fishing industry and the Louisiana government.
"The alligators are starting to become a nuisance" - Ryan Lambert on Louisiana wildlife in Plaquemines parish
Ryan Lambert comes onto to the program and gives his insights on what's happening around Plaquemines parish. He gives his report on the plentiful redfish, decreased nutria population, and an abundance of alligators.
What's the difference between Cajun and Creole gumbo? Uncle Larry gives us the scoop.
Larry Roussel talks gumbo intricacies with Don Dubuc! Should people put tomato and ochre in their gumbos? And is there a difference between Cajun and Creole gumbo? Uncle Larry fills us in.
Robbie Campo on the pogue boat industry: sometimes it doesn't matter how much we complain, it's about who has the power
Robbie Campo joins the show and tells us how the waters are changing with the season. He talks on his morning fishing, and even gives his take on the pogue boat industry's recent developments with the Louisiana government
Will changing winds mess up weekend fishing? Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc Full Show 10-4-2025
On this episode of the Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don takes a look at how sportsman around south Louisiana are dealing with uncooperative weather Saturday morning. He asks listeners how their teal hunting season went this year, and has a word on the Manhaden/Pogue boat industry.
Eric Muhoberac on if he'd fish in a weekend competition: "I wouldn't do it, not with the wind I'm looking at right now"
Eric Muhoberac discusses various fishing tournaments happening in southeast Louisiana over the weekend.
Have changing winds forced a change of plans? Mike Gallo says yes
Mike Gallo joins the show and breaks down how he's seeing the waters in the early hours of the weekend
Daryl Carpenter: fish have moved
Joining The Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc is Daryl Carpenter, who's having to deal with uncooperative weather this morning.
Captain Kirk Stansel: the marshes are the best they've been in years
Kirk Stansel calls into the program to discuss is fishing findings, or lack thereof. He talks the changes in fishing patterns with changing winds and the quality of the marshes he's found himself in.
Are flounders coming back? Robbie Campo answers
Robbie Campo joins Don to give an update on what he's seeing out in the water. He talks flounders, other game, and St Bernard Catholic Church's rodeo.
Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc (Full Show 9/27/2025)
On this episode of Louisiana Great Outdoors with Don Dubuc, Don gets clarity on the evolving duck season, how game is changing with the fall weather, and a look into the background of Stock the Camp Day.
Erik Acquistipace on Stock the Camp Day
Erik Acquistipace joins Don Dubuc to talk about Stock the Camp Day.
Ryan Lambert - is duck hunting faring better this morning
For an update on duck hunting season, Ryan Lambert joins the show.
Lance Burgos - fish are getting ready for their winter patterns
With the changing climate coming with the fall weather, Lance Burgos breaks down the evolving fishing locations.
Mike Gallo breaks down how the new 13-inch cutoff is affecting his fishing
On with Don Dubuc, Mike Gallo reports on his early morning fishing findings, and how the new 13-in cutoff rule mildly changes what he can catch.
Daryl Carpenter - look out for roaming pockets of dirty water
Daryl Carpenter calls Don to talk about the weather changes affecting local fishing spots
Robbie Campo - marine traffic blocked by a Mark Wahlberg movie shoot
Robbie Campo joins the program to talk about what he's seeing out on the water this morning, and even talks about some traffic caused by a Mark Wahlberg movie shoot.
Where's All the Teal? (Full Show: 9/20/2025)
On today's show, Don Dubuc shares his takeaways from the State of the Basin meeting, dead red bulls in Grand Isle as a result of menhaden fishing, and the Bad Boy of the Week caught fishing without a license while high on weed. Don has on Lyons Bousson from Hope On A Boat to talk about how their program enables those with disabilities to go fishing. Then, we get field reports from Robbie Campo, Campo's Marina, Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures, Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gun...
Still Looking for Teal
This hour, Don Dubuc gets field reports from Capt. Mike Gallo, Angling Adventures of Louisiana, Brendon Bayard, Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club, Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures, gives his field report. Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gun, gives his field report.
Who's dumping garfish carcasses at the Fort Jackson launch area?
Capt. Kirk Stansel, co-owner of Hackberry Rod and Gun, gives his field report.
Blue Wing Teals are Gone with the Wind
Capt. Ryan Lambert, President of Cajun Fishing Adventures, gives his field report.