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LDWF offering commemorative durable hard cards free to resident and non-resident disabled veterans
The LDWF is making available free of charge commemorative durable hard cards for resident and non-resident disabled veterans.[…]
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LDWF agents arrest three boaters for DWI on Lake Pontchartrain
LDWF enforcement agents increased their boating patrols during the Float Fest event in St. Tammany Parish on Aug. 2.[…]
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LDWF approves NOI for changes to LDWF Wildlife Rehabilitation Program
The LWFC approved a notice of intent (NOI) for changes to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Wildlife Rehabilitation Program.[…]
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LDWF, USACE announce opening of new observation platform at South Farm on Sherburne WMA
Construction has been completed on a new observation platform at South Farm on the Sherburne Wildlife Management Area.[…]
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Agents cite 12 subjects for fishing license violations in Plaquemines Parish
LDWF Enforcement Division agents wrote 24 citations for alleged recreational fishing violations in Plaquemines Parish on July 25 and 26.[…]
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Operator of vessel in fatal boating incident sentenced to serve two years in jail
The operator of a vessel that was involved in a fatal boating incident on the Tickfaw River was sentenced on Aug. 1 in Livingston Parish.[…]
Hunting
Louisiana youth shine in outdoor skills at 2025 YHEC National Championship
Youth from across Louisiana proved they are among the best in the nation in outdoor skills at the 2025 YHEC National Championship.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
Construction of fishing pier complete at Boggy Bayou Boat Launch on Spring Bayou WMA
Construction of a new fishing pier by the Spring Bayou Restoration Team at the Boggy Bayou Boat Launch on Spring Bayou WMA has been completed.[…]
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LDWF compliance check of menhaden fishing activities in Terrebonne finds no violations
LDWF agents responded to the complaints on July 24 and found a fleet of menhaden boats between Taylor’s Bayou and Wine Island.[…]
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Honorably discharged military vet residents can purchase 80% discounted combo license
Honorably discharged military veteran residents may purchase a recreational hunting and fishing combination license for $20 beginning Aug. 1.[…]
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Drawdown scheduled for Henderson Lake – Aug. 4 to Nov. 3
The St. Martin Parish Government has scheduled a drawdown for Henderson Lake to manage aquatic vegetation and improve fisheries habitat.[…]
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LDWF agents and St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s deputies successfully locate and rescue stranded boater
LDWF agents in conjunction with the STPSO Marine Patrol successfully rescued a stranded boater on July 25 in St. Tammany Parish.[…]
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Gulf Council asks fishermen for information on gray triggerfish
The Gulf Council would like to gain a better understanding of what’s happening with gray triggerfish in the Gulf.[…]
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LDWF Enforcement Division partners with Louisiana State Police for boating patrol training classes
The LDWF Enforcement Division taught boating patrol courses to the Louisiana State Police troopers in Grand Isle from July 21-25.[…]
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LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through July 13, 2025
LA Creel indicates that 516,946 pounds, or 57.8%, of Louisiana’s 2025 annual private recreational allocation of red snapper have been caught.[…]
Fishing
LDWF delays drawdown for Lake Bistineau to provide additional recreational opportunities
The LDWF is delaying the start of a previously scheduled drawdown of Lake Bistineau, located in Webster, Bossier, and Bienville parishes.[…]