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Louisiana 2025 Turkey Season Begins March 29 for Youth/Physically Challenged, April 5 for All Others

Ribbon cut at PORT WONDER in Lake Charles, the new lakeside home for a pair of museums

CWD Case Found in a White-tailed Deer in Catahoula Parish; First CWD Confirmed Positive in a Wild Deer Outside of Tensas Parish

LDWF Announces Winners of the 2025 Durable License Card Contest

LDWF Reminds Houseboat Owners about Registration Requirements

Louisiana Private Recreational and State Charter Red Snapper Season to Open Thursday, May 1

LDWF to Hold Commercial Fishing License Sales at Select Offices

LWFC Approves Notices of Intent for Hunting Regs, Hunting Seasons and WMA Rules for 2025-26

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Announces 2026 Louisiana Duck Stamp Contest

2025 Boating Education Lagniappe Day Slated for April 26

LDWF to Send Waterfowl Survey to HIP Registered Hunters Beginning March 17

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