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FEATURES

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.

Pass through Big Lake structures to a redfish paradise

April 24, 2026

Big redfish commonly congregate on the downstream side of the Calcasieu Lake weirs waiting to snatch anything flowing to them.

HUNTING

2026 Louisiana turkey season produces record harvest

May 13, 2026

The 2026 Louisiana turkey hunting season was a record-setting event as more than 4,000 birds were harvested, the LDWF announced.

BASS FISHING

Spring fishing at Toledo Bend

May 3, 2026

If Toledo Bend’s pool level stays around 168 feet, Matthew Loetscher expects pretty good fishing success for both bass and sac-a-lait.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Shakespeare Youth Fishing Kits

May 12, 2026

Shakespeare is expanding its youth lineup with the introduction of new character-inspired Youth Fishing Kits – designed for young anglers.

OFFSHORE FISHING

Ready for red snapper

April 24, 2026

Sportsmen should find excellent red snapper action all along the Louisiana coast when the season opens on May 1, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

Fishing reefs to rigs at Cocodrie

April 24, 2026

The early summer months are prime time for good to excellent speckled trout fishing out of Cocodrie. It needs to be put on your bucket list.

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

May 3, 2026

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

Pass through Big Lake structures to a redfish paradise

April 24, 2026

Big redfish commonly congregate on the downstream side of the Calcasieu Lake weirs waiting to snatch anything flowing to them.

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF Enforcement Division participating in “National Safe Boating Week” May 16-22

May 15, 2026

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division will be participating in “National Safe Boating Week” from May 16-22.

RECIPES

Wild Turkey Noodle Soup

May 10, 2026

With turkey season wrapping up around the state, this Wild Turkey Noodle Soup recipe is a good way to utilize your harvest.

FIELD NOTES

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.