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LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through May 26, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries released the private recreational red snapper landings estimates through May 26, 2024.[…]
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LDWF reminds anglers that a Recreational Offshore Landing Permit is available online only
LDWF reminds anglers that a Recreational Offshore Landing Permit (ROLP) can no longer be obtained via the ROLP Android/ios App.[…]
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LDWF agents cite four subjects for frogging violations in Claiborne Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited four subjects for alleged frogging violations in Claiborne Parish.[…]
Alligator
LDWF announces bid process for alligator hunting on certain WMAs, WCAs and refuges for 2024 alligator harvest seasons
The LDWF is accepting bids for alligator hunting on WMAs, WCAs, and state wildlife refuges for the 2024 alligator harvest season.[…]
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New red drum regulations go into effect June 20
New red drum size and daily creel limits go into effect and will be enforced beginning June 20, 2024. Here are the new regulations.[…]
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LDWF Secretary Madison Sheahan announces Superintendent of Wildlife and Fisheries Law Enforcement
LDWF Secretary Madison Sheahan announced Stephen Clark as the Superintendent of Wildlife and Fisheries Law Enforcement.[…]
Hunting
Students sharpen hunting skills at Youth Hunter Education Challenge
More than 100 young hunters came together to compete for awards in regional Youth Hunter Education Challenge events hosted by the LDWF.[…]
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LDWF agents arrest 10 subjects for DWI on the water during Memorial Day weekend
The LDWF Enforcement Division arrested 10 boaters for alleged driving or operating a vessel while intoxicated during Memorial Day weekend.[…]
Fishing
Louisiana’s annual Free Fishing Weekend to be held June 8-9
Louisiana’s Free Fishing Weekend allows residents and visitors to fish Louisiana waters without an otherwise required fishing license.[…]
Fishing Tournaments
Pollock man arrested for fishing contest fraud
LDWF enforcement agents arrested a Pollock man for alleged bass fishing contest violations on May 23 in Sabine Parish.[…]
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Overdue boater successfully rescued in Vermilion Parish
Search and rescue teams successfully completed a rescue mission on May 22 in Vermilion Parish. Authorities were alerted of an overdue boater.[…]
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Woodworth Shooting Range to be closed May 31-June 1, 2024
The Woodworth Shooting Range will be closed May 31-June 1, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced.[…]
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Recreational gag grouper season to open Sept. 1
The state recreational fishing season for Gulf gag grouper begins on September 1 instead of June 1 in order to match the federal season.[…]
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LDWF schedules drawdown for Saline Lake (Natchitoches and Winn Parishes)
The LDWF has scheduled a drawdown of Saline Lake for giant salvinia control, organic reduction, and fish habitat improvement.[…]
Fishing
LDWF warns public of potential fish kills
High summer temperatures, extended cloudy weather, and storms may lead to inland and nearshore marine fish kills across the state.[…]
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How to become an Aquatic Volunteer Instructor for the LDWF
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming an Aquatic Volunteer Instructor, then register for an upcoming workshop near you.[…]