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LDWF agents cite subject for crab trap theft in Vermilion Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited an Erath man for alleged crabbing violations in Vermilion Parish.[…]
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LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through June 30
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries released the private recreational red snapper landing estimates through June 30, 2024.[…]
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Agents cite man for charter guide violations in Jefferson Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged charter guide violations in Jefferson Parish.[…]
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Louisiana turkey harvest reaches record high since reporting began in 2009
Louisiana’s turkey hunters enjoyed the best year by far from a harvest standpoint in 2024 as they reported taking 3,695 birds.[…]
Inshore Fishing
Elmer’s Island surf fishing safety tips
If you’re surf fishing at Elmer’s Island in Grand Isle this summer, please be safe and follow a few precautions.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF schedules drawdown for Lake Bistineau
The LDWF has requested that the DOTD begin a drawdown of Lake Bistineau in Webster, Bossier, and Bienville parishes on July 29, 2024.[…]
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Public asked to participate in LDWF’s Wild Turkey Population Online Survey
The LDWF would like to ask the public to continue to participate in the Wild Turkey Population Survey throughout the year.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF to allow limited bass and crappie fishing tournaments at Bussey Brake WMA
The LDWF has developed guidelines for fishing tournaments at Bussey Brake WMA to optimize the potential for the public.[…]
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LDWF congratulates Louisiana 4-H Shooting Sports Team National Championship victory
The Louisiana 4-H Shooting Sports Team won the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championship in Grand Island, Nebraska, last week.[…]
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Wildlife and Fisheries agents find illegal immigrants caught violating Louisiana fishing laws
LDWF enforcement agents cited six individuals for alleged fishing violations in Plaquemines Parish on June 25.[…]
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LDWF solicits proposals for allocation of waterfowl breeding grounds habitat funding
The LDWF is seeking proposals for waterfowl breeding grounds habitat work through the next three years (July 2024 through June 2027).[…]
Fishing
LDWF agents participating in Operation Dry Water this weekend
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents will take part in Operation Dry Water from July 4 to July 6.[…]
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Red snapper season to close on July 7 and reopen as weekends-only season
To provide opportunity throughout the summer months, the red snapper season will close on July 7, 2024 and reopen as weekends-only,[…]
Hunting
Applications open for Atchafalaya Delta WMA houseboat mooring lotteries
The LDWF is offering houseboat mooring sites via lottery on Atchafalaya Delta WMA for the majority of the 2024-25 hunting season.[…]
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Bodcau, Woodworth Shooting Ranges holiday closures
The Woodworth Shooting Range will be closed July 4-5, and the Bodcau Shooting Range will be closed on July 5 for the Fourth of July holiday.[…]
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Avondale resident cited for illegal alligator harvest in Jefferson Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited an Avondale resident for an alleged alligator hunting violation on June 25 in Jefferson Parish.[…]