FROM THE HORSES MOUTH

Clear Skies for Calcasieu Lake

After the passing of Hurricane Beryl, weather patterns have seemed to have evened out over here in SWLA. Apart from a few rainstorms, we have seen mostly stable weather, which has created desirable fishing conditions for Lake Calcasieu.
Along with the nice weather that has appeared, it has been noticeably warmer out on the water while fishing. That is due to the lack of wind that is blowing while out on the lake. This can make for some epic early morning action but can tend to get a bit warmer as the day passes on into lunchtime. It is very important this time of the year to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water while out on the lake. We keep more than enough water and ice stocked up on our boats so that you can stay hydrated while you’re out fishing!
Despite those mid-day warmer temps that have arisen, fishing has still been above par. We’ve seen nice boxes of trout dumped on the HR&G dock over the last few days, and even some redfish and other species along with them as it got later in the week. Fish are still falling victim to the live shrimp under a popping cork, but some guides have had success on plastics as well. Some of the common types of soft plastics we use are DSL (Down South Lures) and Marker 54 shrimp. The DSLs are rigged on different sized jig heads, depending on the depth and strength of the current where you are fishing. The stronger the current and deeper the waters, the heavier the jig head. Marker 54 Glide shrimp work their magic under a popping cork.

We have some boats available so call Tanya at (888) 762-3391 and come see what the Hackberry Rod &Gun Club is all about!

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Summer Fishing Special

2024-2025 Duck Season Dates!

The 2024-2025 Duck season dates have been set in stone! They are as follows-

Youth Only- Nov. 2-3
1st Split – Nov. 9 – Dec. 8
2nd Split – Dec. 21 – Jan. 5
3rd Split – Jan. 18 – 31

The dates are officially set, so get with your hunting partners and start checking those calendars! Call Tanya at (888) 762-3391 and get your name on a blind for this year’s duck season! If you would like to check out all this year’s hunting and WMA regulations, click the link below! (All dates listed above are for our zone of the state, which is the “West Zone”)

2024 – 2025 Hunting and WMA Regulations

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The Dock Shop

Come on by the Hackberry Mall located in our office and see the new spring/summer apparel from HUK, UA, Simms and Pelagic that have been arriving daily and while you are here check out our sale racks that have a variety of items 50%-75% off. We also carry Costa Del Mar sunglasses, Shimano line and reels,

Florida Fishing reels and Falcon Rod and a host of other items.

We have recently added SKUZE shoes and flip flops and THOMAS BLONDE scents to our inventory.

Call or email Pauline at dockshop@hrandg.com if you would like to place an order to be shipped.

We also have gift cards if you would like to bless someone that has an upcoming trip.

Check out some of our new items below.

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This Week’s Yummy Recipe

BAKED BRIE WITH FIG PRESERVES

Recipe by

George Graham

Prep Time

40 min

Cook Time

1 hour

Total Time

1 hour 40 min

Serves

6 to 8

Ingredients

• 1 (9-inch) store-bought piecrust
• 1 apple, peeled, cored, and sliced
• ½ cup pecan halves
• 1 (8-ounce) wheel of brie cheese, with rind
• ½ cup fig preserves
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 package Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry sheets
• 1 beaten egg
• Sea salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
2. Place the piecrust in a baking dish or a disposable aluminum pie pan. Spread the apple slices over the bottom and place the pecans throughout to build a base foundation. Cut the wheel of brie in half through the middle and position the bottom half over the foundation of the piecrust. Spread the center of the brie with a thick layer of fig preserves. Sprinkle the figs with red pepper flakes. Add the top half of the brie.
3. Drape one of the puff pastry sheets over the top of the cheese and tuck in the sides along the edge of the pie pan. Cut decorative shapes (leaves, stars, etc.) from the remaining puff pastry dough and add to the top. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sea salt.
4. Bake in the oven until the top is golden brown and the cheese inside has melted, 40 to 60 minutes.
5. Serve with crackers on the side.

Notes

The pecans and apple act as a buffer to keep the base of the piecrust as dry as possible to allow the bottom to bake without becoming soggy. No need to precook the apples since they will soften during the baking and add texture to the hot melted cheese. The rind is completely edible and should be left on the cheese. Buy your artisan-made fig preserves at your local farmers market, or if that is not convenient, I see various brands of fig jam in specialty stores nationwide, so try one of those. Feel free to improvise with ingredients; I’ve made this recipe with orange marmalade, satsuma jelly, and even cranberries for a holiday version. It is very versatile. If there are any leftovers, reheat in the oven, not a microwave (to prevent the crust from becoming soggy). Camembert cheese is a good substitute if brie is unavailable.

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