Pictured is Dylan Van Matre of Natchitoches with the 10.4 lb largemouth bass he caught on Grand Bayou Reservoir in Coushatta on August 25, 2026. Dylan plans to have a replica made of his fish.

Grand Bayou Resort and Grand Bayou Reservoir District will pay for replicas of any bass caught at the lake that is over 10 pounds. If the fisherman wants a replica, the fish must first be officially weighed by resort personnel, then returned to the lake alive and in good condition.

Photo credit Grand Bayou Resort staff

Faerie L. Sledge
Secretary, Grand Bayou Reservoir Commission