Ducks
LDWF reminds waterfowl hunters of mottled duck hunting regulations for 2024-25 season
The LDWF reminds waterfowl hunters that the harvest of mottled ducks is prohibited in the first 15 days of the regular duck season.[…]
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Hunting
Governor Landry proclaims November, Wild Game Meat Donation Month
Governor Landry asks Louisiana hunters to donate part or all of their harvest to families in need this holiday season.[…]
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Agents arrest subject for DWI and careless operation of a vessel in St. Mary Parish
LDWF enforcement agents arrested a subject for alleged recreational boating violations on Oct. 20 in St. Mary Parish.[…]
Ducks
Louisiana duck hunting season begins in November
The 2024 Louisiana duck hunting season begins Nov. 2-3 in the West Zone with a youth-only hunt, and the first split opens Nov. 9.[…]
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LDWF agents cite three subjects for migratory game bird violations in Lafayette Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited three men for alleged migratory game bird violations in Lafayette Parish on Oct. 19.[…]
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Water-control structure project completed on Russell Sage WMA
The LDWF and Delta Waterfowl have replaced the main water control structure on the Russell Sage WMA Bean Field Impoundment.[…]
Fishing
LDWF recognizes Aquatic Volunteer Instructors at the VIP Awards Banquet
The LDWF celebrated their top Aquatic Volunteer Instructors at an Appreciation Banquet and extended education opportunity on Oct. 16.[…]
Catfish
LDWF to host fishing event at Bogue Chitto State Park Nov. 3
The LDWF and Bogue Chitto State Park invite you to Get Out & Fish! on Nov. 3 at Bogue Chitto State Park in Franklinton.[…]
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LDWF to enforce burn bans on its public lands
The LDWF is reminding Wildlife Management Area hunters and outdoorsmen of a burn ban in many parishes due to extremely dry conditions.[…]
Hunting
LDWF encourages non-resident college students to pick up hunting, fishing licenses at resident rates for the fall
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries would like to encourage college students to purchase a license and explore the outdoors.[…]
Fishing
Passive recreational and commercial fishing gear marking and tending rules go into effect
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted NOIs regarding the marking of traps in freshwater.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF announces annual Caney Creek Reservoir public meeting
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a public informational meeting on Caney Creek Reservoir.[…]
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LDWF Enforcement Division receives NASBLA Award for Operation Dry Water Weekend patrols and outreach
The NASBLA presented the Southern Region Law Enforcement Award to the LDWF Enforcement Division on Sept. 19.[…]
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LDWF to conduct public hearing on amended NOI for reptile and amphibian regulations Oct. 22
The LDWF will conduct a public hearing on proposed changes to an amended NOI for rule changes to LDWF Reptile and Amphibian Regulations.[…]
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LDWF announces Woodworth Shooting Range closure Oct. 19-20
The shooting range at the Woodworth Education Facility will be closed all day Saturday, Oct. 19, and until noon Sunday, Oct. 20.[…]
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LDWF agents successfully rescue lost hunter in St. Landry Parish
LDWF enforcement agents successfully rescued a missing hunter from the Thistlethwaite WMA on Oct. 10 in St. Landry Parish.[…]