Low Mississippi River, Hot Venice Action, and a Giant Speckled Trout

On this episode of the Louisiana Delta Fishing Report, host Andre’ Savoie checks in on late-winter conditions across the Louisiana coast, then talks with two local captains about why this spring could set up early and how to capitalize on low water right now.In Venice, Capt. Bobby Warren of Adventure Charters in Venice says the Mississippi River has been historically low for most of the winter, keeping water clean and salinity higher in the marsh. That’s translating into excellent artificial-bait opportunities and an early-season feel, with redfish numbers already strong and trout showing up ahead of the normal schedule. Bobby breaks down how he uses tide, wind, and water temperature to pick areas, why fish slide into deeper ditches during low water, and how a simple jig-and-plastic bounced on bottom can be lights-out when they’re stacked. He also emphasizes running known routes in Venice, because low water exposes hazards and makes navigation mistakes expensive.On the Northshore, Capt. Mike Gallo of Angling Adventures of Louisiana shares the story behind an 8+ pound speckled trout caught in mid-January and why trophy trout fishing is a different game. Mike explains the importance of quiet water and quiet boats, key wintertime cues like mullet presence, and how suspending hard baits fished with a controlled cadence can trigger big bites around rocks and structure. He also touches on why the trout fishery may be trending up with several uninterrupted spawning cycles, and why releasing big breeders matters.Sponsors:AFTCOHilton’s RealTime Navigator