his month I had the opportunity to get on the water with
some local superstars, in their
own minds of course, and pick
their brains about different topics
they’re passionate about. As I arrived at Rigolets Marina an hour before the
sun was set to rise, I was met by Ranger
Pro and local guide of In & Out Charters,
Capt. Bubby Lamy, and General Manager,
third generation owner of Double D Meat
Co., Josh Stogner. These are two individuals who want nothing more than to succeed in everything they do, whether it’s
putting fish over the rail for clients, or making sure that your family is getting the best
country smoked sausage there is, these
guys are not only good at what they do,
but they are proud of it.
Capt. Bubby is a native of south
Louisiana, a family man, a father of three,
an inspiration to many, and a captain who
strives to make sure you’re smiling the entire day on the water. With over 30 years
of experience fishing the waters of
Louisiana mixed with a personality so
entertaining it’s
contagious, you can’t help but have a
good time.
Josh is also a native of south
Louisiana, a family man, a father of two,
and a provider to many of us throughout
the country when it comes to the best
smoked sausage around. With more years
of experience in the processing industry
than he wants to admit, being the third
generation of the family-owned Double D
Meat Co., Josh has worked long and hard
to perfect their meats and grow their business into a national sensation for taste
buds, all while carrying on the family traditions and values that his previous generations started nearly 50 years ago.
With the sky still black and the wind
beginning to blow, Capt. Bubby pointed
the bow of his Ranger Bay 2510 south, let
loose on the 300 Yamaha horses, and we
were on our way. The throttle stayed
steady until we made it to our first destination, “The Wall.” As we arrived at the large
locks, it was a sunrise of great proportions.
The sun was shining on tugs pushing
barges along the Intracoastal Waterway
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