The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Education Section will hold a free beginners squirrel hunting seminar in Minden on Sept. 21 from 9 a.m.-noon at the LDWF office in Minden located at 9961 Hwy 80, Minden, LA 71055.
The seminar, Squirrel Hunting 101, will cover proper equipment needed, firearm selection, rules and regulations, outdoor navigation, and hunting opportunities. It will also include an outdoor teaching session to discuss proper squirrel hunting techniques and cleaning. Squirrel hunting is great for all ages and is the perfect opportunity to introduce youth to the thrill of hunting. No youth license is required for those 17 and under to hunt for squirrels.
Space is limited, so those interested should pre-register. For more information, contact Travis Dufour at tdufour@wlf.la.gov or 337-735-8685 or to register for the course go to https://louisianaoutdoors.com/admin/events/193102/details.