LDWF to Host Open House at Booker Fowler Fish Hatchery

These fingerlings will eventually grow into adult-size largemouth bass. This is part of the production process at the Booker Fowler Fish Hatchery.

Sherry Morton

Baton Rouge

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is hosting an open house at Booker Fowler Fish Hatchery on Saturday, March 28. The public is invited to stop by any time between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for a 30- 45 minute tour, which will explain the process of producing Florida largemouth bass. Visitors will learn about spawning and be able to view largemouth bass throughout various stages of development – including fry, fingerlings and adults. Native paddlefish fry may also be available for viewing.

Please join us for an informative visit at the state’s premier hatchery to get a glimpse of the work that LDWF does to provide high-quality fishing experiences for the public and ensure that Louisiana remains a Sportsman’s Paradise. Hatchery operations are made possible with funding from the federal Sport Fish Restoration Program.

For questions about the open house, please call (318) 748-6914. The hatchery is located at 10 Joan Stokes Road, Forest Hill, LA 71430. For a map to the Booker Fowler Fish Hatchery, please click here.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is charged with managing and protecting Louisiana’s abundant natural resources. For more information, visit us at www.wlf.la.gov. To receive email and text message alerts, or to change your subscription settings, visit here.