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2026 Louisiana turkey season produces record harvest
The 2026 Louisiana turkey hunting season was a record-setting event as more than 4,000 birds were harvested, the LDWF announced.[…]
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LWFC gives final approval to NOI for 2026 Louisiana black bear hunting season
The LWFC gave final approval for a Notice of Intent to conduct the next Louisiana black bear hunting season in December of 2026.[…]
Hunting
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission approves 2026-28 hunting regulation NOI
The LWFC approved a NOI for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 hunting seasons, 2026-27 general and WMA hunting seasons and rules and regulations.[…]
Alligator
LWFC approves NOI to conduct recreational alligator hunting season in 2026
The LWFC approved a Notice of Intent (NOI) for the LDWF to conduct a recreational alligator hunting season from Oct. 1-31, 2026.[…]
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LDWF announces public meeting to discuss Iatt Lake management
The LDWF will host a public meeting to discuss management activities on Iatt Lake, with a focus on aquatic vegetation control.[…]
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Agents cite Pineville man for illegally possessing deer
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for an alleged deer violation in Rapides Parish on April 26.[…]
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Agents cite subject for turkey hunting violations on Pomme de Terre WMA
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged turkey hunting violations in Avoyelles Parish.[…]
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Agents cite two subjects for fishing violations in LaSalle Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited two subjects for alleged fishing violations in LaSalle Parish.[…]
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Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season to open May 2
The Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season begins Saturday, May 2, and runs through May 24, the LDWF announced.[…]
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238 Boaters certified during “Boating Education Lagniappe Day”
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries certified 238 boaters statewide after its 15th annual “Boating Education Lagniappe Day.”[…]
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Woodworth Shooting Range closures announced for May 2 and May 9
The Woodworth Shooting Range will be closed all day Saturday, May 2, and from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on May 9, the LDWF announced.[…]
Inshore Fishing
CCA Louisiana, CITGO, and LDWF announce two new artificial reefs in the Lake Charles area
CCA Louisiana, joined by CITGO and the LDWF, announced today the construction of two new nearshore artificial reefs along Louisiana’s coast.[…]
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LDWF Enforcement Division earns national accreditation
The LDWF Enforcement Division became the third conservation law enforcement agency to earn the NAWLEA on April 22..[…]
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Geocaching pilot program launched at three LDWF public lands
Geocaching enthusiasts can now take part in the treasure hunt game at Bogue Chitto WMA, White Lake WCA and Dewey W. Wills WMA.[…]
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LDWF Target Range Grant Program open for 2026 applications
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Target Range Grant Program has begun its 2026 application period.[…]
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LDWF agents cite subject for fishing violations in Gulf
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents federally cited a subject for alleged commercial fishing violations in the Gulf.[…]