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Louisiana Cast & Blast

In partnership with Visit Lake CharlesGarden & Gun hosted its 5th annual Cast & Blast event at Grosse Savanne Lodge in Lake Charles, Louisiana, from September 10-12, 2021.  It included two fishing outings for redfish, flounder, or trophy bass followed by two morning hunts on the opening weekend of teal season.  Throughout the weekend, Grosse Savanne head chef Matt Whitney prepared a delicious dinner featuring local specialties for G&G readers.


A special thanks to:

Grosse Savanne Lodge

Lake Charles CVB


Photography by Charles Warren

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G&G launches its fifth annual Cast & Blast event, located at Grosse Savanne Lodge, at Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Photo: Charles Warren

A Louisiana redfish is representative of the unique beauty found in these nearby marshes.

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Father/son pair Nick and Nick Jr. Gachassin proudly sport their afternoon catch.

Photo: Charles Warren

After cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, guests fill the dining room to enjoy each other’s company and a great meal prepared by Grosse Savanne head chef Matt Whitney.

Photo: Charles Warren

Saturday morning—the opening day of duck season—boasts a gorgeous sunrise over the rice fields.

Photo: Charles Warren

Kyle Edmiston and Barry Guinn stand at the ready in the blind with the retriever.

Photo: Charles Warren

The day continues with more casting through Louisiana’s wetlands, with Joe York and David Burgess both hooking fish.

Photo: Charles Warren

After the busy day, guests enjoy a dinner of stuffed lobster tail, crab salad, and seafood gumbo.

Photo: Charles Warren

Duane Horton and Bill Crawford make the most of the bountiful hunting in Louisiana.

Photo: Charles Warren