General
Boater’s body recovered in Little Bayou Pigeon
A 48-year-old Bayou Pigeon man died in a weekend boating accident in Iberia Parish, according to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.[…]
General
Events & Announcements
Martin named LDWF’s new enforcement division chief
Last week, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries promoted Lt. Col. Sammy Martin to colonel — the highest-ranking position in its enforcement division.[…]
Events & Announcements
Season 5 of Sportsman TV now available online
When he’s not touring the United States on the Bassmaster Elite Series, pro angler and Gonzales resident Greg Hackney is the host of Louisiana Sportsman’s Sportsman TV — a gig that allows Hack to broaden his horizons in the outdoor world, and have a lot of fun doing it. […]
Events & Announcements
Chief of LDWF’s enforcement division retiring on Sept. 30
Col. Joseph “Joey” Broussard, the chief of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement division since 2014, will retire effective Sept. 30.[…]
Hurricane Coverage
LDWF agents deployed to Florida in aftermath of Hurricane Irma
Enforcement agents with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries headed to Florida on Sunday to assist with security and search and rescue efforts there in the wake of Hurricane Irma.[…]
Coastal Projects
LDWF: Limit transporting roseau cane to prevent spread of pest
With roseau cane dying off at an alarming rate in 11 coastal parishes, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is asking the public to limit transporting the cane, and to report suspected die-off locations.[…]
Coastal Projects
LDWF: Limit transporting roseau cane to prevent spread of pest
With roseau cane dying off at an alarming rate in 11 coastal parishes, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is asking the public to limit transporting the cane, and to report suspected die-off locations.[…]
Events & Announcements
11-year-old dies in Big Lake boating accident
An 11-year-old Broussard boy operating a personal watercraft died Saturday afternoon after colliding with a 22-foot boat on Big Lake, according to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.[…]
Events & Announcements
Elmer’s Island, Rockefeller Refuge to reopen on Friday
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will reopen most of Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge on Friday, Sept. 1, at sunrise, while all of Elmer’s Island will reopen to the public at 12 noon.[…]
Events & Announcements
Grand Isle sperm whale was third found on Louisiana coast in the last year
Biologists with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries haven’t yet determined the cause of death of a young adult female sperm whale found dead Saturday just off the Grand Isle beach.[…]
Hurricane Coverage
Gates opened to relieve pressure on Toledo Bend dam
As Hurricane Harvey vomited trillions of gallons of water onto the Houston region, Toledo Bend officials started running water through the dam to pull down the lake levels — just in case.[…]
Events & Announcements
2nd Amendment Sales Tax Holiday set for this weekend, Sept. 1-3
Louisiana’s Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday is set for this weekend, but for the second consecutive year, the state’s ongoing budget crisis has reduced the savings hunters and outdoorsmen will experience on firearms, ammo and other eligible hunting supplies.[…]
Hurricane Coverage
LDWF: Rescue volunteers headed to Houston should contact HPD
The Houston Police Department is requesting that volunteers with boats who are headed to the city to assist with search and rescue efforts in the wake of massive flooding from Hurricane Harvey call them for directions and information first.[…]
Events & Announcements
Video shows sperm whale washing ashore on Grand Isle
A 20- to 30-foot sperm whale washed onto a Grand Isle beach today, according to one news outlet and several Facebook reports.[…]
Hurricane Coverage
Elmer’s Island to close Sunday at 12 noon due to Hurricane Harvey
If you’re heading to Elmer’s Island this weekend to fish or watch Ride the Bull unfold in Caminada Pass, you’re good to go — but be aware that the island will close at 6 p.m. Sunday in anticipation of possible effects from Hurricane Harvey.[…]
Hurricane Coverage
Rockefeller Refuge closed due to Hurricane Harvey
Some Louisiana residents are already dealing with potential impacts from Hurricane Harvey — and the Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge has already shut its doors until further notice in advance of the rapidly strengthening storm.[…]