Local Knowledge

After a few incredible days targeting redfish on the inshore waters of Venice, Louisiana, Eric and Moe Newman bring Rush to the nearshore oil rigs — and that's where things get wild. The rigs are holding GIANT mangrove snapper, bruiser cobia, and hard-fighting jacks… but getting them to the boat is a whole different story. Fishing heavy structure means short strikes, busted hooks, shredded leaders, and fish that know exactly where to run. Around these rigs it's not just fishing — it's full-blown combat. If you want to land one of these beasts, you better bring extra hooks, heavy tackle, and a whole lot of patience. Easier said than done. Venice, Louisiana continues to prove why it's one of the most action-packed fisheries in the country.