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LWFC approves NOI for regulations for Louisiana Conservation Incentive Program
The LWFC approved a Notice of Intent (NOI) to establish rules and regulations for the Louisiana Conservation Incentive Program.[…]
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Ducks
LWFC approves DE to modify extended falconry duck season for 2026-27
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approved a Declaration of Emergency to modify the extended falconry duck season for 2026-27.[…]
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LDWF and LDAF launch Louisiana Forestry Initiative to support private landowners
The Louisiana Forestry Initiative is a new cost-share program designed to help private landowners improve forest health and wildlife habitat.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF biologists work to restore critical fish habitat on Toledo Bend
LDWF Inland Fisheries biologists are working to restore critical fish habitat on Toledo Bend by planting native submersed aquatic vegetation.[…]
Fishing
Louisiana’s annual Free Fishing Weekend to be held June 6-7, 2026
The LDWF invites you to take part in its annual Free Fishing Weekend on Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, 2026.[…]
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LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through May 17, 2026
The red snapper landings estimate through May 17, 2026 indicate that 97,049 pounds, or 11%, has been landed.[…]
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Aerial herbicide application completed on Wham Brake at Russell Sage WMA
The LDWF has completed a 1,000-acre aerial herbicide treatment on the Wham Brake Impoundment at Russell Sage WMA.[…]
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The Honey Island Shooting Range will remain closed due to flooding
The Honey Island Shooting Range, located on the Pearl River Wildlife Management Area will remain closed this weekend.[…]
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Louisiana launches statewide Youth ATV/UTV Safety Task Force initiative
The Louisiana Youth ATV/UTV Safety Task Force was formed to reduce preventable crashes, injuries, and fatalities.[…]
Fishing
LDWF Joint patrols with NOAA result in eight subjects cited
LDWF enforcement agents conducted two Joint Enforcement Agreement patrols with NOAA Fisheries’ Office of Law Enforcement in the Gulf.[…]
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Pearl River WMA Old Highway 11 reopened
Old Highway 11 on Pearl River WMA has reopened after the Pearl River has fallen below 16.5 feet, LDWF announced.[…]
Alligator
LDWF to conduct 2026 commercial alligator lottery harvests on WMAs, public lakes and USACE property
The LDWF will conduct commercial alligator lottery harvests on 23 LDWF WMAs, 28 public lakes and one USACE property beginning on Aug. 26.[…]
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LDWF Secretary Bosworth increases red snapper bag limit to five fish for Memorial Day weekend
LDWF Secretary Tyler Bosworth has increased the red snapper bag limit to 5 fish per person per day for Memorial Day weekend.[…]
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Recreational red snapper landings for the 2026 opening weekend
The red snapper landings estimate through May 3, 2026 indicate that 8,307 pounds were landed during the first three days of the season.[…]
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LDWF announces the 2026 hard card photo contest winners
The LDWF congratulated Ciera Gonzales, DeeDee Mahoney, Eric McVicker and Andy Crawford for winning the 2026 hard license card contest.[…]
Fishing
LDWF Enforcement Division participating in “National Safe Boating Week” May 16-22
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division will be participating in “National Safe Boating Week” from May 16-22.[…]