Fishing
LDWF to bring Get Out and Fish! fishing program to Houma and Franklinton
The LDWF and the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation have added two new parks to the Get Out and Fish! community fishing program.[…]
LDWF news
Alligator
Court decision bars California from banning sale of Louisiana alligator products
California not allowed to enforce the statutory ban on the importation, sale and possession of alligator and crocodile products.[…]
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LDWF requests Lake Bistineau gate closure to control giant salvinia
The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has requested to close the water control structure on Lake Bistineau for giant salvinia control.[…]
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South Bosco Tract ATV/UTV Trail on Russell Sage WMA has closed
The LDWF has closed the South Bosco Tract ATV/ UTV Trail on Russell Sage WMA due to severe erosion in several locations.[…]
Hurricane Coverage
Be mindful of wildlife displaced by Hurricane Delta
The LDWF urges the public to be especially cognizant of wildlife forced into populated areas by flood water from the storm.[…]
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LDWF agents investigating fatal boating incident in St. Tammany Parish
LDWF enforcement agents are investigating a fatal boating incident that occurred in St. Tammany Parish on Oct. 8.[…]
Hunting
Recreation opportunities resume at Lacassine NWR
The LDWF invites the public back to the Lacassine NWR after the USFWS recently announced the reopening of the area.[…]
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Elmer’s Island to close on Oct. 8 due to Hurricane Delta
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announces the temporary closure of Elmer’s Island beginning Thursday, October 8, at noon.[…]
Deer Hunting
Deer hunters may encounter escaped pen-raised deer
The LDWF wants to alert Louisiana hunters to the possibility of encountering escaped pen-raised deer this season due to damage from storms.[…]
Fishing
Mississippi resident cited for fishing guide violations in Plaquemines Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited a Mississippi man for alleged commercial guide and recreational fishing violations in Plaquemines Parish.[…]
Deer Hunting
Maurepas Swamp WMA deer season open as flood waters recede
Deer season in the Maurepas Swamp Wildlife Management Area has opened as flood waters have receded below the benchmark closure level.[…]
Hunting
Agents cite two Baton Rouge men for hunting violations in Tangipahoa Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited two Baton Rouge men for alleged hunting violations on Sept. 25 in Tangipahoa Parish.[…]
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LDWF’s ALAS Program honored with Conservation Achievement Award
The LDWF Archery in Louisiana Schools Program has been named the 2019 Louisiana Youth Conservation Organization award winner.[…]
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Final Louisiana red snapper landing estimates for 2020
LDWF staff updated the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission with the final red snapper preliminary landing estimates for 2020.[…]
Hunting
LDWF alerts hunters to be aware of fallen, compromised trees in woods
While enjoying this favorite Louisiana pastime, the LDWF wants to alert hunters to proceed with caution in the woods this fall.[…]
Deer Hunting
Maurepas Swamp WMA deer season benchmark closure
Deer season in the Maurepas Swamp WMA, scheduled to open Thursday, Oct. 1, will be closed due to high water levels.[…]