Deer Hunting
LDWF reminds deer hunters to know the rules for CWD Management Zones this season
The LDWF wants to remind deer hunters to review the regulations for Chronic Wasting Disease Management Zones before heading to the field.[…]
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Deer Hunting
LDWF corrects deer primitive firearms dates for Maurepas Swamp WMA in 2026-27 hunting regulations
The LDWF has corrected an error in the printed 2026-27 Louisiana Hunting & WMA Regulations pamphlet regarding Maurepas Swamp WMA.[…]
Deer Hunting
Deer season underway in Louisiana; Hunters reminded of new deer Area 1 limits
Deer season is underway across Louisiana, and the LDWF reminds hunters to check season dates and limits for the deer area they plan to hunt.[…]
Events & Announcements
LDWF Geaux Play Outdoors to hold hiking, birding, nature photography class on Oct. 24 in Woodworth
The LDWF Geaux Play Outdoors program will hold an introductory class on hiking, birding and nature photography Oct. 24.[…]
Ducks
LDWF reminds waterfowl hunters to report black-bellied whistling duck harvest and effort
Even if you did not hunt, but obtained the black-bellied whistling duck permit, you are required to complete a report.[…]
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LDWF announces recreational greater amberjack season to close on Oct. 14, 2026
The LDWF issued a Declaration of Emergency to close the recreational greater amberjack season in Louisiana waters on October 14, 2026.[…]
Hunting
LDWF explains how agents will handle suppressors this hunting season
With the recent federal suppressor rule change, the LDWF wants hunters to know how its agents will handle firearm suppressors in the field.[…]
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LDWF closes Elmer’s Island due to Tropical Storm/Hurricane Isaias
The LDWF announces the temporary closure of Elmer’s Island Wildlife Refuge beginning on Thursday, October 8, at 12:00 p.m.[…]
Flounder
Reminder: Flounder season set to close Oct. 15 through Nov. 30
The annual closed season for the recreational and commercial harvest of Southern Flounder is from Oct. 15 through Nov. 30 of each year.[…]
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LDWF agents cite subject for migratory game bird violations
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged duck hunting violations in Vermillion Parish.[…]
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2026 Youth Hunter of the Year applications open now
The 2026 Youth Hunter of the Year Award contest is now accepting applications, the Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) and the LDWF announced.[…]
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Agents cite subject for commercial fishing violations in Orleans Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a Metairie man for commercial fishing violations in Orleans Parish.[…]
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LDWF Enforcement Division honored at NASBLA annual conference
The LDWF Enforcement Division received honors at the National Association State Boating Law Administrator’s annual conference.[…]
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Squirrel and rabbit hunting seasons begin Oct. 3
The Louisiana squirrel and rabbit hunting seasons begin Saturday, Oct. 3, in all parts of Louisiana and run through Feb. 28, 2027.[…]
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LDWF agent completes National Emergency Management Program Course
A Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agent recently completed the National Emergency Management Advanced Academy.[…]
Ducks
Special black-bellied whistling duck season to open Oct. 3
The special nine-day Louisiana black-bellied whistling duck season will begin Saturday, Oct. 3, and run through Oct. 11.[…]