Deer of the Year
Teen takes down big 10-point public land buck
Jaxson Fontenot, 15, of Milton was hunting at Richard K. Yancey WMA on Jan. 2 when he downed a trophy 10-point buck.[…]
Year: 2025
Field Reports
Catch and cook: Crappie already crushing this technique
Marsh Man Masson went out this week to see if the annual crappie season has kicked off. What he found made him really happy.[…]
Deer Hunting
Three additional CWD-positive deer found in captive pens
LDWF is alerting the public of three additional chronic wasting disease (CWD) positive captive deer in pens permitted by the LDAF.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF agents rescue two elderly boaters stranded near Delacroix Island
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents successfully rescued two stranded boaters on Feb. 3 in St. Bernard Parish.[…]
Events & Announcements
Louisiana Sportsman Show will be held March 28-30 in LaPlace
The Louisiana Sportsman Show presented by Shell will be held in LaPlace from March 28-30 and will feature indoor and outdoor exhibits.[…]
Bass Fishing
Lake Fausse Pointe bass anglers will have to travel to get their fill
With Lake Fausse Pointe fishing smaller, bass anglers in the winter and spring months need to cover as many potential hotspots as possible.[…]
Bass Fishing
Toledo Bend bass are poised for the spawn
If you’re going after bass on Toledo Bend as the calendar turns from January to February, here are some tips to help.[…]
Fishing
LDWF assessing and documenting saltwater fish kills from recent winter weather
After the recent freezing temperatures, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has received numerous reports of fish kills.[…]
Hunting
Farm to Feet Cedar Falls socks
Farm to Feet’s Cedar Falls socks are the ticket for outdoorsmen, no matter what the weather throws at you.[…]
Fishing Hotspots
Geoghegan trout game plan
Follow this game plan for February at Geoghegan Canal and maximize your chances of speckled trout success on this legendary fishing spot.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF Enforcement Division extends application period for next cadet academy
The application period for the LDWF Enforcement Division’s 37th Cadet Academy has been extended until Feb. 9.[…]
News Breaker
Agents cite subject for over limit of deer in Jackson Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged deer hunting violations in Jackson Parish.[…]
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Agents cite Sterlington man for deer hunting violations in North Louisiana
LDWF enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged deer hunting violations on Jan. 26 in Ouachita and Union parishes.[…]
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Crusel Tract parking area on Maurepas Swamp WMA to close for repairs Feb. 4-6
The Crusel Tract parking area on Maurepas Swamp WMA will be closed Feb. 4-6 for repairs, the LDWF announced.[…]
Field Reports
Marsh cuts are holding all the fish
The fish on Marsh Man Masson’s most recent trip weren’t where he thought they’d be, because they were all in the marsh cuts![…]
News Breaker
Seven subjects cited for hunting migratory game birds over bait in Natchitoches Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited seven subjects for alleged duck hunting violations in Natchitoches Parish on Jan. 26.[…]