Features
Louisiana gobblers on government land
Turkey hunting in Louisiana hasn’t been stellar in recent years, but some good public-land options still provide decent chances at scoring on a longbeard.[…]
Hunting
Fishing
Be aware of fake hunting and fishing announcements
LDWF has had to respond to several fake news articles, including the supposed forced closure of hunting and fishing season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.[…]
News Breaker
Louisiana turkey hunting season opens April 4
Turkey hunting season begins April 4 in Louisiana and the LDWF wants to remind hunters to use social distancing practices due to the coronavirus pandemic.[…]
Field Reports
Something you don’t see every day
Gabe Fonseca and his buddy threw a set of turtle lines, and the next day they went run at daylight on what seemed to be a disappointing day after checking more than half of the
Hunting
What to do when encountering injured or orphaned wildlife
The LDWF would like to remind the public that the best thing to do when encountering injured or orphaned wildlife is to leave it alone and undisturbed.[…]
Deer Hunting
Tensas NWR bowhunt
On Dec. 28, Ryan Kunert killed this buck with his bow at 45 yards while it out looking for a doe that was bedded nearby. Kunert bleated and the buck stopped, offering a perfect quartering
Deer Hunting
LDWF agents cite two Franklin Parish residents for deer violations
LDWF enforcement agents cited two Franklin Parish residents for multiple alleged deer violations including transporting deer carcasses into the state.[…]
Features
Louisiana turkey hunting legend shares his secrets
According to one Louisiana turkey hunting legend, scouting and listening are more important than calling when turkey season arrives.[…]
Hunting
LDWF encourages WMA users to utilize WMA Check In/Check Out App
The LDWF encourages visitors to the state’s Wildlife Management Areas to utilize LDWF’s free WMA Check In/Check Out App during the coronavirus pandemic.[…]
Apex Predator
Ball bungee tricks
One of the items Joshua Chauvin uses most in the field happens to be one of the cheapest and simplest devices out there: the ball bungee.[…]
NEW PRODUCTS
Ameristep Care Taker Magnum
Ground blinds are an option many adults are choosing to help keep the young hunters out of the unwavering eyes of a boss gobbler.[…]
NEW PRODUCTS
Escort Fieldhunter turkey shotgun
The Escort FieldHunter Turkey shotgun is specifically designed for turkey hunters. It comes with three interchangeable chokes.[…]
NEW PRODUCTS
Millennium turkey seats
One of the biggest challenges for turkey hunters setting up on a gobbling tom is being able to sit still for long periods of time. And yes, being comfortable is a key to doing just that.[…]
Ducks
Reader Report: Odd-looking duck
Jino Papania of Meraux shot this odd-looking duck on Jan. 13 while hunting in Yscloskey, La., with his cousin, Trent Tedesco. […]
Columns
Jakes: Shoot or not?
Some veteran turkey hunters would never shoot a jake, but a novice would no doubt be thrilled to bag one. Should you shoot jakes?[…]
Deer Hunting
2020 Louisiana Sportsman Show Big Buck Contest cut short
The 2020 Louisiana Sportsman Show and Festival was shut down early and the show’s Big Buck Contest ended the second night of the show, with 27 entries.[…]