About

For the avid outdoor enthusiast, if duck hunting alone isn't sufficient, we present the renowned Louisiana Cast and Blast combo. Experience the thrill of duck hunting in the morning followed by an afternoon of fishing. It's a full day of continuous excitement, from ducks gracefully landing in the decoys to filling up the ice chest with redfish and speckled trout.

What to expect?

The day before your trip, Captain Britt will contact you to arrange the details for your upcoming hunt. You'll likely need to drive to a designated boat launch where you'll meet your captain for the day. The distance to these boat launches can vary, ranging from a quick 2-minute drive to a longer 1-hour journey. To ensure everything goes smoothly, it's essential that you arrive on time and fully prepared to load yourself and your gear onto our mud boats. Once the mud boat is loaded with the hunting crew and equipment, we'll set off in the predawn darkness to reach our chosen hunting location. Upon arrival at the hunting spot, we'll begin the preparations for your hunt. This involves setting out decoys to attract birds and ensuring the mud boat is appropriately camouflaged for the hunt. The actual hunting will commence at daybreak and typically continue until around 9 or 10 AM. However, we prefer not to set a strict timeline for the hunt, as the duration can vary depending on the movement of the birds. Our focus is on providing you with a successful and enjoyable hunting experience! In our summer months we fish the natural gas rigs, and wrecks in our outer bays known as Breton Sound, Black Bay, and Bay Eloi. Our bait of choice to put those big healthy trout on ice is live shrimp and live croakers! In our winter months we fish the interior marsh for speckled trout. Our bait of choice is live shrimp under a cork or artificial lures under a cork. Typically on this trip you will fish for speckled trout for a bit and then venture back into the marsh to fish the rest of the day for redfish! Our reds will be in our marsh patrolling the banks in search of those live shrimp you will have at the end or your cork!

Lodging at "The Big O Camp"

Situated in Hopedale, Louisiana, our 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom camp is an ideal retreat for outdoor enthusiasts and those in search of a spacious and comfortable getaway.

Key Features:

Covered Mid-Deck and Patio: Enjoy breathtaking views from the covered Mid-Deck where you can grill on our BBQ pits and enjoy our outdoor seating and also our covered and screened back patio, perfect for relishing delicious dinners or unwinding in the midst of nature without the worry of mosquitos!

Pool Table: The main entertainment space features a pool table, creating a lively atmosphere for indoor fun and friendly competition.

Modern Amenities: Stay connected with flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and indulge in the convenience of a full-sized kitchen equipped with new appliances. Prepare delicious meals and share memorable moments with your loved ones.

Location: Conveniently located in Hopedale, Louisiana, The Lodge provides a tranquil and secluded setting. The exact location will be shared with you before your trip.

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WHAT'S PROVIDED?

-Professional Guide

-Bird Retrieval

-Surface-Drive Duck Boat

-Decoys

-Blind Chairs

-Rods & Reels

-Tackle

-Live & Artificial Baits

-Ice

-Fuel

-Free Fish Cleaning and Packaging

NOT PROVIDED

Lunch, Snacks, Drinks

Hunting & Fishing license

Duck stamp

Guns & Ammo

Sunscreen

Camera

Rain Gear

Ice Chest (to bring home your fish fillets)

Bird cleaning

Lodging

Loding at The BIG O LODGE is available for $350 a night for up to 4 people and $75 per person after 4 people per night. The lodge can sleep up to 10 people. We also have an additional charge of $100.00 cleaning fee up to 6 people and $150.00 cleaning fee for 7 people or more.