Shop Pack & Paddle for a wide range of water sandals and shoes that are perfect for your upcoming summer vacation. These shoes excel in water – gripping well, holding your feet comfortably and allowing you to have fun in the water without worrying about your feet. Choose from styles will very little coverageRead more
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Stand Up Paddleboarding is emerging as a whole new sport all across the country. The Versa-Board from Native Watercraft is the newest entry into this category. Functioning as much more than just a Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP), the Versa-Board can be paddled both standing and sitting. The built in footbraces combine with the contoured seatRead more
I got an email from Lisa Alexander about a fishing trip that she and friend Regina Womack took with their new kayaks to fish in Lake Valentine up near Alexandria. On the trip, Regina caught a near-state record Largemouth Bass. I have two accounts of the event. Here is Regina’s account: Thursday, May 6, 2010,Read more
Made with the same care and eye for detail as ENO’s popular hammocks, the Lounger features a pillowed headrest and unique suspended foot- rest as well as an Air Craft Aluminum Frame that breaks down for easy packing. Weighing only 3 lbs., 6 oz., you can take it anywhere you go. The Lounger isRead more
There are certain clothes in your closet that you automatically reach for when you are looking for something comfortable to wear. Royal Robbins has a way of building clothing that you want to wear again and again. Royal Robbins is perfect for almost any situation from travel to casual work clothing to just hanging outRead more
We’re getting ready to make a change to our sign out in front of the store. Artist Jon MacManus has created new original artworks to be installed on our current signposts. One side of the sign will depict a paddler in a typical Louisiana Swamp scene while the other will feature a hiker cresting theRead more
We’re getting ready to make a change to our sign out in front of the store. Artist Jon MacManus has created new original artworks to be installed on our current signposts. One side of the sign will depict a paddler in a typical Louisiana Swamp scene while the other will feature a hiker cresting theRead more
Perfect early spring weather arrived just on time for the outdoor community of Lafayette to celebrate the arrival of warmer weather. On hand for the weekend were 300 folks from Lafayette, Lake Charles, Alexandria, Shreveport, Baton Rouge and even as far away as Tennessee! We paddled, looked at new gear, caught up with old friendsRead more
Perfect early spring weather arrived just on time for the outdoor community of Lafayette to celebrate the arrival of warmer weather. On hand for the weekend were 300 folks from Lafayette, Lake Charles, Alexandria, Shreveport, Baton Rouge and even as far away as Tennessee! We paddled, looked at new gear, caught up with old friendsRead more
Buff, Inc., known for technical and multifunctional headwear popular among the angling community, continues to push the envelope by introducing its new premium-quality line of Pro-Series Gloves® in February. This new line of highly durable Pro-Series Gloves® not only offers a UPF of 50+, but also incorporates various technical aspects to deliver exceptional functionality toRead more