LAFAYETTE ASSOCIATION

OF PROFESSIONAL LANDMEN


8th Annual LAPL Event

Fishing Tournament

2026
Friday, October 16, 2026

Calcasieu Lake · Lake Charles, Louisiana
Calcasieu Point Landing · 3955 Henry Pugh Blvd

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Thursday Night

Fishing Tournament Calcutta

Join us Thursday evening for the Fishing Tournament Calcutta, an opportunity to catch up with industry friends over great food with drinks on us.

The evening will include door prizes, an open bar and heavy hors d'oeuvres.

DateThursday, October 15
Time5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location Mazen Grill 217 W College St
Lake Charles, LA 70605

Friday on the Water

Tournament Day

Calcasieu Lake offers some of the best saltwater fishing in Louisiana and a great setting for a day of competition and camaraderie on the water.

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5:30 AM
Morning Arrival

Meet your crew, get situated and prepare for tournament launch at Calcasieu Point Landing.

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6:00 AM
Tournament Begins

Lines in and tournament fishing begins on Calcasieu Lake.

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1:30 PM
Weigh In Deadline

Return to Calcasieu Point Marina for weigh in, followed by lunch, awards and door prizes.

Never Fished?

We've Got You Covered

You do not need to have everything figured out to join us. Whether you are new to fishing, do not have a boat, need a guide or are coming on your own, we will help make it easier to get on the water.

No boat? Local guides can provide the boat and guide service.
Have 2 or 3 fishermen? A charter guide is an easy way to put your crew together.
Coming alone? We can help connect you with a guide and a spot on a boat.
Need lodging? Local guide services may also be able to assist with Thursday night accommodations.

Local Charter Services

Need a Guide?

If you have a group of 2 or 3 fishermen and need a guide with a boat, consider reaching out to one of these local charter services.

Charter Guide
Brian Hanchey
Louisiana Backwater Charters
337 660 2035 Visit Website →
Charter Guide
Eric Rue
Calcasieu Charter Service
337 598 4700 Visit Website →
Charter Guide
Jeremy Waltrip
Waltrip's Saltwater Guide Service
337 789 9002 Visit Website →

Coming By Yourself?

If you are a single fisherman and need a spot on a boat, lodging or help connecting with a guide, contact John. We will help connect you with a guide and a spot on a boat so you can fish and enjoy the day.

Plan Your Trip

A Few Helpful Details

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Charter Guide Service

Approximately $700 to $800 for 1 to 3 guests. Live bait and gratuity are not included. Guides will clean your fish.

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Lodging

One night lodging packages vary depending on accommodations and amenities, generally ranging from $85 to $125 per person per night.

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Tournament Morning

Consider driving to Calcasieu Point Friday morning and arranging for your guide to meet you there by boat. Confirm launch and transportation logistics with your guide ahead of time.

Make It a Full Week

Gulf Coast Land Institute

This year's tournament follows the 2026 Gulf Coast Land Institute, held October 14 and 15 at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles.

Come for the Institute, join us for the Calcutta Thursday evening and stay for a great day of fishing on Friday.

InstituteOctober 14 and 15
CalcuttaOctober 15
Fishing TournamentOctober 16

Support the Tournament

Sponsorships

Sponsorship opportunities include tournament participation, Calcutta admission and recognition on event marketing and banners.

Platinum
$750
  • 2 Anglers
  • 2 Calcutta Tickets
  • 2 Drawing Entries
  • Marketing Recognition
  • Logo on Event Banners
Gold
$500
  • 1 Angler
  • 1 Calcutta Ticket
  • 1 Drawing Entry
  • Marketing Recognition
  • Logo on Event Banners
Friends of LAPL
$250
  • 1 Calcutta Ticket
  • Marketing Recognition
  • Recognition on Banners
Single Angler
$100
  • 1 Angler Entry
  • 1 Calcutta Ticket

Ready to Fish?

Rules and Entry Forms

Each angler must complete and return an Entry Form and Indemnity Agreement.

Download Entry Form View Tournament Rules
Return completed forms to:
kyle.coburn@exxonmobil.com   or   jwf@fenstermaker.com

Pay online or mail checks to:
LAPL
Attn: Fishing Tournament
P.O. Box 53491
Lafayette, LA 70505

Don't Let the Logistics
Keep You Off the Water

Whether you already have your boat and crew lined up or need a little help putting the pieces together, we hope you will join us in Lake Charles for the 8th Annual LAPL Fishing Tournament.


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