Yep, no bank cast netting anywhere north of the beach. I tried last year and the locals do throw on occasion—However, a warden came up and told me to put the net away. He was not unfriendly but I could tell he was not happy with me and I understand some of the fellas over there can be a "bit harsh". You can cast net on Hwy 82 in Rockefeller (Price lake road is closed because of a rig and will be for the near future). You can also cast net at Joseph Harbor (very popular cast net spot) at the East End Locks. It's the next road just past the road to the boat ramp. Most guys use pogey meal mixed with flour and water to attract the shrimp to the bank. The competition is fierce for spots at times and most get there (to the gate) long before the area opens at first light. The folks wait until official sun-up then drive the speed limit to the locks... Then it's like a chinese fire drill with folks jumping out of their cars and trucks with their nets and baskets trying to get the premium spots. There will be crabbers and boaters too so the area will be very busy at first. Oftentimes I find it productive to just wait until evening when most (sometimes all) have had their day and have left. No BS then. Don't be caught in the refuge prior to sun-up! There will be a line of cars waiting for the first guy to cross the line. The same rules apply to the water.
Some folks throw at Rollover Bayou but I've had little luck there myself. There are wiers out in the marsh as well and I've had unbelieveable luck at some of these but it's seasonal and you need a boat to get to them. The last thing I'd mention to you... Learn how to throw a little bit before you go. Practice in the yard some. There is nothing more aggrevating than a net caster who constantly throws banana's (bad casts) especially when that person is standing directly next to you. I always give pointers to folks who are having trouble but most don't. And it's also quite unnerving to the guy who's throwing the net when time after time he throws the net and comes up with nothing. One more thing... The seasons change and when shrimp season is closed you can still cast net but you can only keep 10 pounds when in the refuge. Be sure of the weight or be very sorry. Bring an accurate scale. The wardens will have them and will expect you to be following the rules. You will be checked.
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