Dove hunting on the refuge will follow the louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries regulations. The department issues hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses, as well as boat titles and registrations. The commission had put the changes out for public comment beginning in january, and that. As each hunting season rolls around its a time to make memories and share past season stories. During any open season on deer with primitive weapons after november 30, a person may use any legal weapon of choice on private lands only, if the person is the title owner of the land, the lessee of the hunting rights on the land, a member of a hunting club leasing the hunting rights on the land, or a guest of a person specified above.
The state of louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries issued the 2016 2017 deer hunting dates earlier in 2016. The louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting louisiana s abundant natural resources. With thousands of hunters still afield for any or all of the states resident game, the louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission accepted. Louisiana hunting season offers a wide variety of experiences. Sw louisiana national wildlife refuge complex hunting. Statebystate hunting data archery trade association. The texas parks and wildlife outdoor annual includes regulations for recreational freshwater and saltwater fishing and hunting in texas. Were here to help you become more successful in your ethical pursuit of louisianas wildlife. April 2017 louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission. May 17, 2017 the louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries ldwf has begun accepting applications for waterfowl group hunts for up to 12 hunters per group at white lake wetlands conservation area. According to jonathan bordelon, deer study leader, the 20152016 deer harvest was up nearly 22 percent from previous seasons, but down slightly 9 percent in 2016 2017, when relying on the reporting system data only. Whether you are planning on duck hunting for deer hunting in andy state check out the hunting seasons first.
Dove hunting to open at cameron prairie national wildlife refuge. If you are new to muzzleloaders or would like more information on your states muzzleloader hunting regulations make sure to give us a call. If you would like to contribute to this project, please let us know. Wlf approves hunting season changes, among others for 2017. Prior to 1880, the wild turkey population in louisiana was estimated to be as high as one million birds. This buck would show up on camera each year until about the time squirrel season opened in early. It is time to get ready for the 201718 louisiana hunting. Printed copies of the pamphlets will be available in early august at ldwf offices throughout the state and at vendors where hunting and fishing licenses are sold.
The madness that happens during the month of march began when the soothsayer told caesar to beware the ides of march. Foremost, we support local archery shops, louisiana based companies, and you, the louisiana bowhunter. Tensas river national wildlife refuge, established in. Below we have the data in web format so it is easily accessible. Licensed to youtube by audiam label on behalf of emv. The alligator certainly represents a worthy trophy for any serious big game hunter. There are several major changes if these dates are approved by the louisiana. Please be sure to see the official regulations for specific parish information before hunting. A record wet year in 2017 resulting in a population increase into 2018. From the beginning of the season until a designated date, archery is the only legal method of harvesting a deer. Louisianas hunting areas are divided up into 10 areas. Louisiana muzzleloader hunting season knight rifles.
Season dates had not been set by the publishing date, please check the state dnrs website. May 23, 20 louisiana deer hunting season mandates different weapons for particular parts of the hunting season. Louisiana commission makes drastic changes to hunting season. Jkl hunting adventures offers rifle, pistol, muzzleloader and bow hunts for this beast that time seems to have forgotten. Required of all deer, turkey and bobcat hunters in addition to basic season license. The lwfc approved hunting season dates and 201718 general and wildlife management area hunting rules and regulations at its april 2017. Louisiana hunting seasons, 20192020 louisiana hunting season offers a wide variety of experiences. Muzzleloader hunting season is the best time to shoot the biggest deer before they are spooked by the regular gun season.
Hunting louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries. Hunting licenses and permits louisiana department of. While texas parks and wildlife department tpwd strives to provide accurate information in the outdoor annual, hunting and fishing regulations may change due to legislative or texas parks and wildlife commission. Louisiana morel mushrooms and morel mushroom hunting. About 480,000 in 2015 and 450,000 in 2014, down from about 625,000 in 2011. The refuge is composed of extensive bottomland hardwood forests intermingled with sloughs, swamps and lakes that support a tremendous diversity of wildlife. Louisiana alligators, alligator season, alligator hunting. The louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries is responsible for managing and. Ldwf proposes changes to deer season for 1718 louisiana. Dec 03, 2018 new orleans heres a fashion trend thats good news, if youre an alligator in louisiana. During the 201617 hunting season agents caught four men in the venice area with 90 ducks putting them over the limit of migratory game birds.
Check out proposed 20192020 louisiana hunting seasons. The 20182019 deer season looks to be good september 25, 2017 louisiana. Duck hunting season is almost upon us here in louisiana. Hunters can set their calendars for the 2017 2018 seasons after. The louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries ldwf reminds anyone using coastal wildlife management areas wma with designated limited access areas laas that operation of boats with internal combustion engines, within those laas, is restricted throughout the 201011 fall and winter waterfowl hunting season. With each hunting season, they bring forth new stories and new memories. During louisiana muzzleloader hunting season, legal primitive firearms for special primitive firearms season include.
Louisiana deer hunting, bowhunting, hunting outfitters. The dnr sold 368,00 resident deer licenses for the 2017 gun season and,000 nonresident licenses. The migratory bird hunting is among the best in the country and the whitetail deer of louisiana tend to have trophy racks made for fireplace mantles. We hope to have up to date, accurate information online for the 2017 2018 hunting season. Quail, rabbit, and squirrel hunting, research, and. I began hunting a nice 10point buck back maybe seven or eight years ago, denman said. Low prices make for slow alligator season in louisiana fox news.
Dove hunting to open at cameron prairie national wildlife. Ldwf to hold public meetings on hunting seasons and dates. Sep 06, 2017 louisiana duck hunting 2017 louisiana wetlands. Seasons and regulations louisiana department of wildlife. Dec 19, 2016 open season is just a few weeks away for most of the us. Louisiana hunting regulations we have pulled the pertinent information from the louisiana hunting regulations for a quick overview. Dove hunting will be open on cameron prairie national wildlife refuge for the first split of the louisiana south zone dove hunting season september 210, 2017. Read more about the successful american alligator program administered by ldwf. The louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting louisianas abundant natural resources. Receive a final summary on public comments and consider formal adoption of amendments to previously approved notice of intent for the general and wildlife management area rules and regulations for the 2017 2018 season, the resident game hunting season for the 2017 2019 hunting seasons, the general and wildlife management area rules and.
About 74,000 hunters participated in the states 2017 spring turkey season, and killed 33,000 birds. Hunters will see many changes beginning this fall after action taken by the louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission thursday. This seasons regulation pamphlet also has season schedules for the states 10 deer hunting areas and major changes for the 201718 season. Its an exciting time of year for veteran hunters and beginners alike. Ldwf wild turkey program overview annual report 2019. Big changes likely for louisianas 2017 hunting seasons. February 2017 louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission. The state is a sportsmans paradise with great access and a variety of exciting species. The notices of intent presented in january by the louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries ldwf for the upcoming hunting seasons were approved with amendments made. Hunting season dates that are shown on this page are either upcoming or currently open. The proposed 20192020 louisiana hunting seasons from tuesdays louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission meeting. Shooting hours are onehalf hour before sunrise to onehalf hour after sunset. The season dates approved include the 2018 turkey season and associated rules and regulations along with the 2017 18 migratory bird hunting season and.
Currently over 2,000 licensed alligator hunters harvest 30,000 to 35,000 wild alligators annually in louisiana. But before heading out on your first hunt in the pelican state, make sure youre familiar with louisiana hunting laws. Louisiana, admittedly, is not known as a deer hunting hotspot across the nation, but it does offer a good opportunity for success, especially for residents or others with access to private land. Camp minden also has a bunk house available during hunting season and on weekends. Its relatively inexpensive and, in the case of squirrel and rabbit, the species are abundant with plenty of hunting opportunities on public land. Weed out common hunting mistakes so youll be ready when it opens again. Public use, including hunting and fishing, is governed by. April 7, 2017 the louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission lwfc approved the 2017 19 hunting season dates and 2017 18 general and wildlife management areas wma hunting rules and regulations at its april meeting thursday in baton rouge. The alterations include season dates and regulations throughout the state as well as on specific wildlife management areas. Louisiana hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. Ldwf accepting applications for waterfowl group hunts at white lake wca for 2017 18 hunting season tweet.
Lactation rates have improved slightly over the past 2. Because louisiana does not allow turkeys to be hunted over bait, agents setup surveillance before the opening weekend to find areas with bait. With the season winding down, hunters are advised to check out the proposed 20182019 season dates for both resident game and migratory birds and can make public comment during a statewide series. The louisiana hunting pamphlet 2017 2018 is the key to knowing rules and regulations for state wildlife management areas and federal refuges along with season. Bogue chitto national wildlife refuge general fishing, hunting, and camping regulations the regulations listed below supplement louisiana and mississippi state hunting and fishing regulations and the general regulations governing hunting and fishing on national wildlife refuges set forth in title 50, code of federal regulations. Everything you need to plan your louisiana hunting trips for 2020. This denizen of the swamp is the top predator of louisiana. Get the latest louisiana hunting season dates here. It is time to get ready for the 2017 18 hunting season. The louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission passed a notice of intent thursday that, if ultimately approved, will mean profound changes in hunting for certain areas and species beginning in 2017. Camp minden has 14 camper slips 30 amp available during hunting season and on weekends.
The southwest louisiana national wildlife refuge complex hunting regulations 201718 brochure or printed online virtual regulations will serve. Two gobblers per season, one per day, are permitted. Waterfowl season 20192020 the louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission have set the duck hunting and other migratory bird hunting season dates for the 20192020 season. Ldwf accepting applications for waterfowl group hunts at. Gulf coast hunting charters calcasieu charter service offers superior waterfowl hunting in the legendary fields and marshes of southwest louisiana, right in the heart of the mississippi flyway. All plants and animals are protected from hunting unless a specific refuge hunting season. Prior to the wild alligator season, alligator hunters travel to the ldwf office where they are issued the appropriate licenses and alligator tags. The regulations listed below supplement louisiana and mississippi state hunting and fishing regulations and the general regulations governing hunting and fishing on national wildlife refuges set forth in title 50, code of federal regulations. About 490,000 deer in 2017, down slightly from 500,000 deer in 2016. Hunting rules, regulations, season schedules for 201718 now. Dec 06, 2016 the state of louisiana department of wildlife and fisheries issued the 2016 2017 deer hunting dates earlier in 2016.
Louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission committee agenda the next regular commission meeting will be held at 9. Droughts in 2009, 2011 and 2012 reduced populations into 2015 or 2016. Proposed seasons issued by state wildlife division staff then amended by lwfc. I can still remember my first season duck hunting with my dad like it was yesterday. Wildlife managment areas are open to public hunting, but not all hold turkeys or are recommended for turkey hunting. April 7, 2017 the louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission lwfc approved the 201719 hunting season dates and 201718 general and wildlife management areas wma hunting rules and regulations at its april meeting thursday. Seasons that have ended for the year will not be shown. This website exists to provide people with the latest hunting season dates and information for states across america. Louisiana offers a very detailed alligator hunt as well.
Prices for skins are down to less than half what they were just five years ago, making for a slow wild. Bayou ducks is the official website of the mallard inn duck hunting club on lake bistineau, and yes, even yankees are welcome. We provide the best hunts by offering complete comfort and superb hunting over realistic decoy spreads on the finest lands southwest louisiana has to offer. Pursuant to act 169 of the 1988 regular session of the legislature, the louisiana wildlife and fisheries commission has adopted monetary values which are assigned to all illegally taken, possessed, general hunting information injured or destroyed fish, wild birds, wild quadrupeds and other wildlife and aquatic life. Hunting regulations louisiana department of wildlife and. Watch our videos, see our hunting photos, and shop mallard inn products and bayou ducks products. July 25, 2017 0 introducing the ruger sp101 match champion. For archery hunting, minnesota sold 92,000 resident and 2,000 nonresident licenses. General hunting seasons oklahoma department of wildlife.
Lwfc approves hunting seasons, hunting regulations and wma. Below are the seasons and bag limits for most hunting and trapping seasons for from july 1, 2019 through june 30, 2020. Our harvest estimate was 506,000 ducks which was 53%, less than half of the year before 2017 2018 and our lowest since 1988. Buy louisiana licenses and buy federal duck stamp here bayou ducks. It is unlawful to hunt wildlife, except foxes, crows and coyotes, on sundays. Phantom buck finally makes fatal mistake louisiana sportsman. Possession limit 6 per season, not to exceed 3 antlered or 4 antlerless per season except deer area 4 limit 3 season not to exceed 2 antlered or 2 antlerless deer, and deer area 10 limit 3 season. The season dates approved include the 2018 turkey season and associated rules and regulations along with the 2017 18 migratory bird hunting season and rules and regulations. Have louisiana muzzleloader hunting season questions. Hunters using a crossbow during the last 10 days of the early bow season in the northern zone are not subject to the antlered deeronly requirement of the early muzzleloader season in wmus 6a, 6f, 6j, and 6n, despite the overlap in season dates. Hunting quail, rabbit, or squirrel small game in louisiana is the perfect gateway into hunting. Dec 18, 2017 hit subscribe to be the first to watch our videos. According to louisiana wildlife and fisheries, before 1880, louisiana s estimated wild turkey population was a million. Were here to help you become more successful in your ethical pursuit of louisiana s wildlife.