Grand Isle, Louisiana located approximately 2 hours from New Orleans, LA is considered to be one of the ten best fishing spots in the world and is often referred to as the "Speckled Trout Capital of the World". The speckled trout is the most sought after sport fish on the Gulf Coast and can readily be caught by surf-fishing, bridge fishing, road side fishing, pier fishing at night, and with the use of a boat on oyster reefs and near-by offshore structures.

The Grand Isle Speckled Trout Rodeo is held on Memorial Day weekend at Bridgeside Marina in Grand Isle, Louisiana. Rodeo participants will enjoy three days of fishing, two meals and live entertainment, door prizes on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and the opportunity to win a total of 58 trophies. (all for $20.00 entry fee including cap).

Come to Grand Isle and catch the Speckled Trout fishing fever and participate in the first major rodeo of the year. Memorial Day Weekend - May 23, 24 & 25, 2003.