Flounder
LWFC adopts NOI to set annual commercial and recreational closed season for flounder
The LWFC adopted a NOI to set an annual closed season for the harvest of Southern Flounder from Oct. 15 through Nov. 30 each year.[…]
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Hog Hunting
Agents cite two men for illegally releasing feral hogs
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents cited two Pitkin men on Feb. 17 for alleged feral hog violations in Vernon Parish.[…]
Alligator
LDWF agents make closed season alligator and DWI case in Assumption Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited three Thibodaux men for alleged alligator violations on Feb. 23 in Assumption Parish.[…]
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The next Mini Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop to be held on fur trade
Mini Becoming an Outdoor Woman workshop, Got Fur: The Life of a Fur Trader, to be held April 30 at the Woodworth Outdoor Education Center.[…]
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Always best to leave suspected injured or orphaned birds undisturbed
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries wants to remind the public to leave suspected injured and orphaned birds alone.[…]
Fishing
LDH issues updates for five fish consumption advisories in Northeastern Louisiana
The Departments of Health, Environmental Quality, and Wildlife and Fisheries issued updates to five existing fish consumption advisories.[…]
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Gulf Council requests information via Fisherman Feedback tool for red snapper
This information will help to inform scientists and managers as they formulate a current understanding of the red snapper stock.[…]
Deer Hunting
Agents cite two Alexandria men for hunting violations in Rapides Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents citied two men for alleged hunting violations in Rapides Parish on Feb. 12.[…]
Ducks
LDWF announces 2023 Louisiana Duck Stamp contest
The LDWF has announced the rules and timeframe for the 2023 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp, or Louisiana Duck Stamp, competition.[…]
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LDWF agents successfully rescue two men in Sabine Parish
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents rescued two men in Sabine Parish on Feb. 12.[…]
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LDWF agents investigating boating fatality in Lower St. Martin Parish
The LDWF Enforcement Division is investigating a single vessel fatality that occurred on Feb. 13 in Lower St. Martin Parish.[…]
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Two men cited for rabbit hunting violations in Orleans Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents cited two subjects for alleged rabbit hunting violations on Feb. 6 in Orleans Parish.[…]
Deer Hunting
LDWF: CWD sample from deer harvested in Tensas Parish confirmed as positive
The National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Iowa has confirmed that CWD was found in an adult buck harvested in Tensas Parish.[…]
Hunting
LWFC approves amendments to proposed 2022-23 hunting regulations
The LWFC approved two amendments to the 2022-23 and 2023-24 hunting seasons rules and regulations at its February meeting.[…]
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LWFC approves NOI for access requirements to LDWF managed properties, other regulations
The LWFC adopted a NOI that amends access requirements and defines regulations of the LDWF Refuges and Wetlands Conservation Areas.[…]
Hunting
LDWF to host public Zoom meeting on proposed hunting seasons and WMA rules and regulation changes
The LDWF will hold a Zoom meeting March 2 to present and gather comments on the proposed 2022-23 and 2023-2024 resident game hunting seasons.[…]