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Visit with the Team Behind the Scenes
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MIles LaRose
Louisiana Native Captain
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Sarah Giles
Biologist + Guide
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Ty Hibbs
Local Guide & Captain
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Joel Hron
Director & Angler
What We Believe and What We Are Doing
We believe in taking care of the marsh where we fish, hunt, boat, and live. It's our way of life down here on the Gulf Coast. To do this, areas of the marsh most prone to habitat degradation require extra care to keep the ecosystem thriving. These shallow pond systems are both beautiful and fragile, and protecting them is essential. Our goal is to reduce motor traffic in these areas to protect submerged aquatic vegetation, limit bank erosion, and reduce pressure on wildlife. We support responsible public access and do not want to see our waterways gated off. Every fisherman should have access to our navigable waterways. Our aim is to educate boaters about the impact of running gas-powered engines through the delicate bottoms of these shallow pond systems and promote paddle, pole, and troll methods instead.
@GULFCOASTWATERMEN #SavingTheMarsh
Save the Marsh with Us!
Our mission is to contribute and assist in the education of sportsmen about wildlife and wetland conservation.
We are anglers, hunters, and outdoorsmen committed to sustaining the beauty, tranquility, and habitat of the Gulf Coast marshes and wetlands. If the marsh of the Gulf Coast has had similar influence on you, join us here and do your part to keep it alive for generations to come.
What’s included IN THE MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE
Our membership page includes access to our live-streaming marsh cam, where you can watch the sunset, look for tailing fish, check current weather conditions, and monitor water levels. Additionally, the page features links to information about the area's buoy, tide, and weather forecasts. As a member, you'll also be the first to know when tournament registration opens. By joining together, we can help protect Louisiana's disappearing marshlands!
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Access to live stream camera
Link to spreadsheet showing when and if someone has entered a pond area
Links to current wind and water level
Link to areas weather forecast
Link to areas tide forecast
Fishing reports
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GCW YouTube page - coming soon!
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We are anglers, hunters, and outdoorsmen committed to sustaining the beauty, tranquility, and habitat of the Gulf Coast marshes and wetlands. We are fly fishing guides, weekend anglers, trappers, hunting guides, tournament anglers, biologists, photographers, boaters, commercial fishermen, business professionals, legislators, birdwatchers, sunset watchers, young, old, and everything in between. We come from all walks of life but are bonded over one thing - our love of the marsh and commitment to protecting it for future generations.
Upcoming Tournaments
The Sheepy
March 21-22, 2025
The Sheepy is a fly fishing only tournament based out of Hopedale, Louisiana targeting the Sheepshead species within the Louisiana marshes. The Sheepshead, or Cajun Permit as it’s known amongst those who target them on fly, are one of the hardest fish to entice on fly when on the flats. On top of great fishing, this tournament offers some great food, drinks, and giveaways for all who attend. It’s a great time, but also for a great cause. Join us for The Sheepy this year! Become a member to register.
Marsh Masters
May 17th, 2025
Marsh Masters is your chance to mix Golf with fishing in a single, epic day! We kick things off with a morning captain's meeting to cover the rules, followed by lines at around 7 am. By 1 pm, it'll be lines in and head back to the shop and show off your chipping and putting skills in a backyard chip off. With prizes for the top fishing team, top golfing team, and of course, the grand champions!
The Blackjack
August 16, 2025
Get ready for the Blackjack Tournament, where it's all about the thrill of fly fishing for the Gulf Coast’s most iconic pelagics: the Triple Tail and Jack Crevalle! Whether you're coaxing a finicky Triple Tail to take the bait or battling a Jack Crevalle to break its will, this tournament is all about the action and excitement. Bring your A-game and get ready for an epic showdown!