Deer Hunting
LDWF reports on testing for CWD in Franklin, Madison and Tensas Parishes
The LDWF continues its surveillance work in the CWD control area in the northeast Louisiana parishes of Franklin, Madison, and Tensas.[…]
Hunting
Columns
Rabbit and Jalapeno Cornbread Dumplings
Rabbit meat has a clean mild flavor, can be used in a multitude of dishes, and is great game meat to introduce to the picky eater.[…]
Hunting
Bear season proposed
Three Louisiana legislators pre-filed a bill for the upcoming legislative session to allow a state bear hunting season.[…]
Hog Hunting
Agents cite two men for illegally releasing feral hogs
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents cited two Pitkin men on Feb. 17 for alleged feral hog violations in Vernon Parish.[…]
Alligator
LDWF agents make closed season alligator and DWI case in Assumption Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited three Thibodaux men for alleged alligator violations on Feb. 23 in Assumption Parish.[…]
Hunting
Youth license changes
Starting June 1, 2022 hunters under the age of 18 must have a valid, original “youth license” to hunt deer and turkeys in the state.[…]
NEW PRODUCTS
Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 Air Rifle
The Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 Air Rifle is a dream come true for squirrel hunters.[…]
Deer Hunting
Buck deer vs. tom turkeys
Dave Moreland gives his opinion on what is the hardest to pursue; a heavy-rack mature buck or a trophy longbeard turkey.[…]
Deer Hunting
Agents cite two Alexandria men for hunting violations in Rapides Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents citied two men for alleged hunting violations in Rapides Parish on Feb. 12.[…]
Columns
Wow! Did he have big horns! But sadly, not the right kind
Joe Macaluso spreads out buck-lure canisters for West Feliciana Parish deer hunt and it attracts randy bull.[…]
Deer Hunting
Backstrap is the filet mignon of venison
The prize of the harvest is the select cut off a deer — the backstrap. Deer season is over. It’s time to consume your harvest.[…]
Ducks
LDWF announces 2023 Louisiana Duck Stamp contest
The LDWF has announced the rules and timeframe for the 2023 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp, or Louisiana Duck Stamp, competition.[…]
Deer Hunting
It’s a lifetime buck and an exciting time for Knuck and Knocker
Graham Newton, a seventh grader in Bunkie, killed a trophy buck on a hunt with his grandfather in Avoyelles Parish.[…]
Columns
Grits and Venison Grillades
This recipe is easy to master and gives you another way to use some of your prime cuts, including backstrap from that deer you harvested.[…]
Columns
Replacing mast-bearing trees for wildlife is a must
Hurricanes have taken a toll on habitat and the forests. Active involvement is a must to keep properties productive for wildlife.[…]
News Breaker
Two men cited for rabbit hunting violations in Orleans Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents cited two subjects for alleged rabbit hunting violations on Feb. 6 in Orleans Parish.[…]