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New 3D targets installed on Woodworth archery ranges
New 3D targets, including an elk, turkey and black bear, have been installed on the archery ranges at the Woodworth Education Facility.[…]
LDWF news
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LWFC approves NOI to amend turkey season in portions of East Carroll, Madison and Tensas parishes
The LWFC approved a NOI to amend turkey season on Louisiana lands east of the Mississippi River in East Carroll, Madison and Tensas parishes.[…]
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Anthony J. Padgett wins 2024 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp Competition
Anthony J. Padgett of Noblesville, Indiana, has won the 2024 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp Competition.[…]
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LDWF enforcement agent recognized at November commission meeting
Shikar-Safari Club International presented their 2022 Conservation Officer of the Year award for Louisiana to LDWF Corporal Blaine Wagner.[…]
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LDWF: Red snapper landing estimates through Oct. 22
The LDWF released the latest private recreational red snapper landing estimates through LA Creel through October 22, 2023.[…]
Hunting
LDWF to offer durable fishing and hunting license card
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will begin selling durable collector’s license cards in the near future.[…]
Ducks
LDWF reminds waterfowl hunters of new mottled duck hunting regulations for 2023-24 season
The harvest of mottled ducks is prohibited in the first 15 days of the regular duck season in both the East and West zones.[…]
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LDWF staff recognizes and awards Aquatic Volunteer Instructors
The LDWF celebrated their top Aquatic Volunteer Instructors at an Appreciation Banquet and extended education opportunity.[…]
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$6,000 reward offered for information about shot black bear in West Feliciana Parish
A reward totaling $6,000 for information that would lead to an arrest about a Louisiana Black Bear found dead in West Feliciana Parish.[…]
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LDWF recognized with national Diversity and Inclusion award
The LDWF is the silver recipient of the 2023 Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Diversity and Inclusion Award.[…]
Bass Fishing
LDWF donates 40 female Florida Bass to support Tennessee Wildlife Agency
The LDWF donated more than 140 pounds of female adult Florida Bass to help support the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.[…]
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Point Boat Ramp on Spring Bayou WMA closed for repairs
The LDWF has closed the Point Boat Ramp on Old River Lane on Spring Bayou Wildlife Management Area for repairs.[…]
Deer Hunting
LDWF’s Beyond BOW deer hunt at Floy McElroy WMA set for Dec. 1-3
The LDWF Wildlife Education Section will host a Beyond Becoming an Outdoors Woman deer hunt at Floy McElroy WMA Dec. 1-3.[…]
Ducks
LDWF to hold wood duck hunting seminar for beginners Nov. 4 in Baton Rouge
The LDWF will hold a wood duck hunting seminar for beginners in Baton Rouge on Nov. 4 at LDWF’s Waddill Wildlife Refuge from 9 a.m.-noon.[…]
Bass Fishing
Save the Date for the 75th Annual New Orleans Big Bass Rodeo and Fishtival
The 75th Annual Big Bass Fishing Rodeo and Fishtival at New Orleans City Park will be held on March 23, 2024.[…]
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Recreational Gag Grouper state, federal fishing season to close Oct. 19
The federal NOAA has issued an emergency season modification for the recreational Gag Grouper fishery, which closes October 19.[…]