Deer Hunting
Suspect CWD case found in a white-tailed deer in Tensas Parish
The Louisiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory has reported a suspect case of Chronic Wasting Disease to the LDWF.[…]
LDWF news
News Breaker
Gov. Edwards appoints Brandon DeCuir to the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission
Brandon J. DeCuir, of Baton Rouge, has been appointed to the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission by Gov. John Bel Edwards.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF concludes drawdown for Lake Bistineau
The LDWF has concluded a drawdown of Lake Bistineau in Webster, Bossier, and Bienville parishes for the purpose of giant salvinia control.[…]
Deer Hunting
Belle Chasse man arrested for drug and deer hunting violations in Plaquemines Parish
LDWF Enforcement Division agents along with PPSO deputies arrested a Belle Chasse man for alleged illegal drug and hunting activity.[…]
News Breaker
LDWF honored with national award for Bussey Brake restoration
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has received national recognition for its work in fisheries management.[…]
Fishing
LDWF estimates inland fish kills following Hurricane Ida
Following Hurricane Ida’s landfall, LDWF staff estimate that approximately 280 million fish were killed in inland waters.[…]
Fishing
LDWF announces new Boating Law Administrator for Louisiana
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has appointed a new state Boating Law Administrator, Major Clarence Marques.[…]
News Breaker
Gov. Edwards appoints Kevin Sagrera to the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission
Kevin Sagrera, of Abbeville, has been appointed to the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission by Gov. John Bel Edwards.[…]
Fishing
Elmer’s Island Refuge to reopen on Feb. 4
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will reopen Elmer’s Island Wildlife Refuge on Friday, February 4, 2022.[…]
Freshwater Fishing
LDWF stocks rainbow trout at community fishing ponds across the state
Beginning the morning of Jan. 27, the LDWF will begin stocking 17 sites across Louisiana with adult-size rainbow trout.[…]
Fishing
Wonder Lake fishing piers on Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA to be closed due to construction
The fishing piers and water control structure near the northeast corner of Wonder Lake on Pointe-aux-Chenes WMA will be closed Jan. 24, 2022.[…]
News Breaker
Intro to shotguns Mini Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop set for March 19
The LDWF and LAWFF will hold the next Mini Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop, Intro to Shotguns, on March 19, 2022.[…]
Deer Hunting
LDWF, LAWFF to hold next Mini Becoming an Outdoors Woman workshop on deer
The LDWF and Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation (LAWFF) will hold the next Mini Becoming an Outdoor Woman workshop, Bucks and Does.[…]
Deer Hunting
LDWF agents make DWI and deer hunting case in LaSalle Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited two men for alleged deer hunting violations in LaSalle Parish on Jan. 15, 2022.[…]
Fishing
Study: 2020-21 hurricanes caused $579 million of damage to LA fishing industry
Hurricanes in 2020 and 2021 resulted in an estimated $579 million in losses according to a study by the LDWF, LSU and Louisiana Sea Grant.[…]
Deer Hunting
Montz man cited for deer hunting violations on Lake Ophelia NWR
LDWF enforcement agents along with USFWS officers cited a Montz man for alleged deer hunting violations in Avoyelles Parish on Jan. 7.[…]