THIBODAUX, La. (AP) - Once a staple of Cajun living, the pirogue has evolved into a novelty item, largely replaced by plastic kayaks that can be purchased at outdoors stores and big-box retailers.

Fighting to stay afloat on what looks like a sea of chocolate milk, desperation begins to define a Tuesday morning in Thibodaux. My boat shakes uncontrollably, and I feel like a newborn deer learning ...

THREE RIVERS AREA — It’s a small, flat-bottom boat that is great for navigating in shallow water. John Van Orman of Mountain View said he remembers seeing these pirogues on almost every farm as he ...

THIBODAUX — Ever dreamed of paddling down the bayou in a pirogue you made yourself? Master boat-builder Kenny J. Hebert will help students construct their very own seaworthy craft at the Jean Lafitte ...

Goose is the main ingredient as Chef Folse prepares Baked Goose Holly Beach, Goose Jerky and Goose Bratwurst with Beer & Mustard. He also visits Keith Felder and Jules Lambert of Denham Springs, ...