Get a limit of springtime specks at Lemo’s Reef

FEATURES

How to stack up hogs on public land

April 1, 2026

With careful scouting and perseverance, hunters can successfully find and harvest hogs on public land in Louisiana.

Alligator lottery winner tags out on first hunt

April 24, 2026

In 2008, LDWF created the Lottery Alligator Harvest Program, which allows over 1,000 people the opportunity to harvest over 3,000 alligators.

HUNTING

Improving your hunting dog’s social skills during the off-season

April 24, 2026

With a good four months until early teal season, keeping our dogs tuned up physically and mentally is a good distraction until opening day.

BASS FISHING

The Black Label Piglet

April 24, 2026

The Black Label Custom Soft Plastics Piglet is a soft plastic creature bait Cliff Pace put on the market approximately three years ago.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Toledo Bend is the total package in April

March 31, 2026

Anglers will find quality bass and crappie fishing opportunities take center stage in April at Toledo Bend.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Surf and Turf Carpaccio

April 12, 2026

This carpaccio takes that classic surf and turf concept in a lighter direction, pairing raw venison and fresh wahoo.

INSHORE FISHING

Follow the shrimp for spring specks

April 24, 2026

It’s May in Louisiana, and the brown shrimp are beginning their move out of the marsh, setting the stage for some amazing trout fishing.

Out of State Destinations: Swansboro, North Carolina

April 17, 2026

Just off the beaches in Onslow County, anglers could find bull redfish, speckled trout and other fish species familiar to Louisiana anglers.

Keeping a tab on bills that could impact menhaden operations off Louisiana’s coast

April 24, 2026

Four bills that aim to control the take of menhaden off Louisiana’s coast passed the House Natural Resources Committee.

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NEWS BREAKERS

Geocaching pilot program launched at three LDWF public lands

April 21, 2026

Geocaching enthusiasts can now take part in the treasure hunt game at Bogue Chitto WMA, White Lake WCA and Dewey W. Wills WMA.

RECIPES

Surf and Turf Carpaccio

April 12, 2026

This carpaccio takes that classic surf and turf concept in a lighter direction, pairing raw venison and fresh wahoo.

FIELD NOTES

Journaling can improve your hunting and fishing experiences

April 24, 2026

Starting and maintaining a hunting and/or fishing journal is a step that could lead us to greater success in our chosen pastime.