Louisiana Sportsman

Louisiana’s 2026-27 Rut Report

With the rise in popularity of deer hunting, especially early archery hunting, the traditional Louisiana dove hunt has fallen on hard times.

Louisiana’s September teal season gives sportsmen a tune-up before the regular duck hunting season starts.

The shooting range at the Woodworth Education Facility will be closed Sept. 25-26 as the LDWF will host National Hunting and Fishing Day.

The Matrix Shrimp arrived in July to the delight of saltwater fishermen, particularly those who fish deep, moving water.

White trout are a great way to stock up the freezer before spring rolls back around. There’s no daily bag limit.

The LWFC approved an NOI to change the commercial menhaden reporting requirements as a result of Act 444 of the 2026 legislative session.

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