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LDWF seeks volunteers for Aquatic Volunteer Instructor Program
The LDWF will be offering workshops for people interested in becoming volunteer instructors in the Aquatic Volunteer Instructor Program.[…]
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Nine people cited for turkey hunting violations during 2021 opening weekend
LDWF Enforcement agents cited nine people for alleged turkey hunting violations during the opening weekend of the 2021 turkey hunting season.[…]
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Salmonella bacterial infection causing bird deaths across state
A statewide Salmonella bacterial infection has caused the sporadic mortality of some wild birds, the LDWF said.[…]
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LDWF announces 2021 WETSHOP dates
The LDWF announced the dates for the Wetland Education Teacher Workshop 2021, a coastal awareness workshop for teachers.[…]
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LDWF agent completes successful search and rescue mission after shrimp boat sinks
A LDWF enforcement agent and Cameron Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy participated in a successful search and rescue mission.[…]
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10th annual Boating Education Lagniappe Day set for April 24
The LDWF will be hosting the 10th annual “Boating Education Lagniappe Day” on April 24 at eight different locations across the state.[…]
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Gulf may hold three times as many red snapper as previously estimated
According to a study released on March 24, there are about three times as many red snapper as previously estimated in the Gulf of Mexico.[…]
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2022 Louisiana Duck Stamp contest
The LDWF has announced the rules and timeframe for the 2022 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp, or Louisiana Duck Stamp, competition.[…]
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St. James Parish man sentenced in federal court for migratory game bird violations
Wyatt J. Hymel was sentenced in the Eastern District of Louisiana Federal Court on March 9 for violating migratory game bird regulations.[…]
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Harlie E. “Gene” Reynolds appointed to Wildlife and Fisheries Commission
Harlie E. “Gene” Reynolds, of Dubberly, has been appointed to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Commission.[…]
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Boating incidents in Livingston Parish result in boating safety arrest and citations
LDWF enforcement agents are investigating two boating incidents that took place on March 13 on the Amite River in Livingston Parish.[…]
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Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation elects new president
Jeffery M. Svendson, Sr. was elected as the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation President on March 4, 2021.[…]
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Limpkins, noted for eating apple snails, seen in Louisiana
At least three pairs of limpkins, a wading bird found primarily in Florida’s freshwater marshes, are now breeding in Terrebonne Parish.[…]
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LDWF participating in “Spring Aboard” boating safety campaign
The LDWF is encouraging boaters to enroll in a boating education course prior to the kickoff of the boating season.[…]
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Tunica Hills WMA to be closed on weekends for turkey hunting
Tunica Hills WMA will be closed to the public the final weekend of March and all weekends in April, except for permitted turkey hunters.[…]
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Boating fatalities rising; LDWF urges the use of life jackets
The LDWF Enforcement Division is once again reminding all boaters to practice safe boating as we approach the spring boating season.[…]