Field Notes
The peekaboo beaver
You never know what you’ll see when fishing, so keep your eyes open for peekaboo creatures.[…]
Month: October 2024
Features
The top Louisiana WMAs for waterfowl hunting
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries game biologists reported on the upcoming waterfowl hunting season at WMAs in all seven regions.[…]
Catfish
LDWF to host fishing event at Bogue Chitto State Park Nov. 3
The LDWF and Bogue Chitto State Park invite you to Get Out & Fish! on Nov. 3 at Bogue Chitto State Park in Franklinton.[…]
Field Reports
Why these fish and many more were in this spot!
Marsh Man Masson and Capt. Martha Spencer hardly even had to get the boat on plane after leaving a launch into the river near Buras.[…]
Hunting Reports
Doe with horns
Jerry Bailey got his first doe with horns.[…]
Field Reports
Sparking a passion for alligator hunting
The thrill of Louisiana alligator hunting is enhanced by the camaraderie shared among fellow hunters, making it a memorable experience.[…]
Fishing Tournaments
The Elite Fishing Series returns to Lake Charles and crowns a Solo Tour champion
Redfish Lodge of Louisiana pro Michael Frenette won the 2024 frogg toggs Elite Solo Tour’s National Championship and Angler of the Year.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF to enforce burn bans on its public lands
The LDWF is reminding Wildlife Management Area hunters and outdoorsmen of a burn ban in many parishes due to extremely dry conditions.[…]
Newsletters
Youth waterfowl primer
The legacy of our state’s long and storied history in waterfowl hunting depends critically on the next generation wanting to head afield.[…]
Field Notes
Preserve that trophy for the taxidermist
Putting so much time and effort into the hunt makes it especially important to take prepare the animal for the taxidermist.[…]
Hunting
LDWF encourages non-resident college students to pick up hunting, fishing licenses at resident rates for the fall
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries would like to encourage college students to purchase a license and explore the outdoors.[…]
Field Reports
Cuts in Mississippi River loaded with fish
Chris Macaluso and Marsh Man Man Masson hopped aboard with Buras guide Capt. Cody Obiol to explore the mouth of the Mississippi River.[…]
Deer of the Year
Bowhunter downs impressive Avoyelles Parish buck
Drew Landry was hunting on private land in Avoyelles Parish when he used his Hoyt RX7 bow to take a 164 7/8-inch buck on Oct. 12.[…]
Field Reports
The Mississippi River Delta: Shrimping, crabbing and fishing
The Mississippi River Delta is a vibrant ecosystem that beckons adventurers with its rich waters and diverse wildlife.[…]
Fishing
Passive recreational and commercial fishing gear marking and tending rules go into effect
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted NOIs regarding the marking of traps in freshwater.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF announces annual Caney Creek Reservoir public meeting
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a public informational meeting on Caney Creek Reservoir.[…]