Toledo Bend News

Be a Marshal for the B.A.S.S. Elite Tournament

Submitted by admin on Tue, 02/07/2012 - 12:37pm

It’s your turn to spend 2 to 3 days on the water with the Bassmaster Elite Series Pros and learn a lifetime of bass fishing tips and techniques.

Bid by silent auction for one of 2 seats for marshal. You are sure to have the best seat in the house, learn countless tips and techniques that are certain to improve your skill level and receive a gift pack complete with your official Bassmaster Marshal uniform.

Open Hearth Cooking

Submitted by admin on Fri, 02/03/2012 - 4:16pm

February 11, 2012: Open Hearth Cooking at Fort Jesup State Historic Site, 10:00am - 3:00pm: Guests are invited to experience the original historic kitchen at Fort Jesup SHS in action. A costumed interpreter will demonstrate cooking techniques and equipment used in a frontier kitchen as well as give a talk on how the kitchen would have been used when it was a military mess hall. For more information call 318-256-4117 locally or 888-677-5378 toll free.

Bald Eagle’s Nest Hike

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 12:07pm

Experience the Bald Eagle’s Nest Hike at South Toledo Bend State Park every Saturday in February starting at 8am. Guests will be able to learn about the majestic bald eagle and see one in its natural habitat. Also, learn about local animal and plant life at the park’s Visitor Center, with exhibits designed to increase awareness of these species and their role in the environment. For more information, call 888-398-4770 or 337-286-9075.

Arms & Armaments

Submitted by admin on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 12:06pm

Fort Jesup State Historic Site will be hosting the event “Arms and Armaments” on Saturday, January 7 from 10am to 3pm. Learn how the soldiers prepared themselves for war and the story of historic Fort Jesup told by interpreters in period costume. For more information, call 888-677-5378 or 318-256-4117.

Bass Elite Coming Again in 2012!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/02/2011 - 12:29pm

Celebration, Fla. — Lucky 7 plus one marks the 2012 Bassmaster Elite Series schedule. It’s the seventh year of the world’s premier competitive bass fishing circuit, and with it come seven premium venues for the world’s top professional anglers ... plus one “Mystery Lake.”

Ongoing Drought Conditions Affect Toledo Bend Operations

Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/02/2011 - 12:25pm

(Toledo Bend Reservoir) The ongoing drought conditions have taken a toll on water resources in the States of Louisiana and Texas. Drought conditions have affected operations at the Toledo Bend Reservoir operated jointly by the Sabine River Authority, State of Louisiana and the Sabine River Authority of Texas (Authorities).

Toledo Bend is Still in Business

Submitted by admin on Thu, 07/21/2011 - 8:27am

“We still have 136,000 acres of water available on Toledo Bend Lake,” said Tourism Director Linda Curtis-Sparks. “If you are planning to come for a summer getaway, still come,” she added. The fishing is good. The Lunker Bass Program sponsored by Toledo Bend Lake Association had three lunkers caught for the month of June ranging from 10.18 lbs. to 11.04 lbs. All 35 guide services on Toledo Bend report good fishing for bass and crappie, and there are lots of other things for the family to experience.

State Parks hours changed amid budget cuts

Submitted by admin on Thu, 07/14/2011 - 8:51am

Budget cuts and reduced staffing have forced a change in operating hours at Louisiana state parks. The Office of State Parks says entrance station hours will be 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday – and 8:00 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Gate will continue to open at 6:00 a.m. at sites with boat launches and 7:00 a.m. at sites without boat launches. Late-arriving guests are advised to contact the park prior to their visit to make check-in arrangements.

Holy Toledo!

Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/18/2011 - 11:23am

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MANY, La. -- As they met backstage, Dean Rojas and Gerald Swindle shook hands, then gave each other a man hug. Both smiled graciously, both teared up a little.

Sabine Parish Tourist Commission voted Outstanding Convention

Submitted by shannon on Thu, 02/17/2011 - 9:07am

Sabine Parish Tourist Commission voted Outstanding Convention and Visitors Bureau/Tourist Commission Budget for $250,000 -749,999

Louisiana tourism industry’s best honored with Louey Awards

Many, LA – The Sabine Parish Tourist Commission has been awarded a 2010 Travel and Tourism Industry Louey Award for Outstanding Convention and Visitor’s Bureau/Tourist Commission Budget for $250,000-$749,999 for the Year.