2026-27 WMA Deer Forecast

FEATURES

She Hunts: 7 tips for success in the field

October 23, 2026

Kailey Richard and Taylor McIlwain share lessons that could help other women who want to start hunting or take their skills to the next level.

2026-27 WMA Waterfowl Forecast

October 23, 2026

No Wildlife Management Area in Louisiana gave up more ducks during the 2025-26 season than Dewey W. Wills WMA.

HUNTING

The Hyper Raptor GTX

October 28, 2026

With whitetail activity ramping up across the country, there’s no better time for serious hunters to get their hands on the Hyper Raptor GTX.

BASS FISHING

Toledo Bend bass will relate heavily to grass and channel edges this month

October 31, 2026

There’s more bass habitat now in Toledo Bend than in more than a decade, which is welcome news for the fish and bass anglers.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Lake D’Arbonne State Park

October 23, 2026

Lake D’Arbonne State Park offers much more than great fishing. It provides just the right amount of leisure and relaxation for guests.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF announces recreational greater amberjack season to close on Oct. 14, 2026

October 13, 2026

The LDWF issued a Declaration of Emergency to close the recreational greater amberjack season in Louisiana waters on October 14, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

Morgan City angler sets his sights on redfish

October 5, 2026

An accomplished bass fisherman and lifelong Morgan City resident, Barry Henry also loves to go saltwater fishing and target redfish.

The weather is cool, but the redfish bite is hot

October 23, 2026

As the days get colder, the redfish fishing gets hotter. The Louisiana marsh this time of year is what kayak anglers’ dreams are made of.

Mild weather and close trout make for great days in the kayak

October 19, 2026

This is the time of year kayak anglers dream of: mild weather, short paddles and limits of hungry trout make for a great day on the water.

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF commercial license and trip ticket staff to be at field offices This winter

October 30, 2026

LDWF will offer new or renewal commercial fishing licenses and boat registration transactions at field offices.

RECIPES

Wild Pork Blanket Dumplings

October 23, 2026

Blanket dumplings are a warm, comforting dish made by wrapping flavorful fillings in soft dough, creating a cozy meal.

FIELD NOTES

Louisiana’s definition of a legal buck

October 23, 2026

I have shot several deer that I thought were does. Upon inspection, each had a tiny nub completely covered by hair.