LDWF Press Release

August 3, 2024

Louisiana Private Recreational Red Snapper Landing Estimates Through July 21

LA Creel, LDWF's near real-time landings data collection program, indicates that 657,996 pounds, or 70.4% percent, of Louisiana’s 2024 annual private recreational allocation of 934,587 pounds have been harvested during the 2024 Red Snapper season.
August 9, 2024

LDWF Agents Cite Two Chauvin Men for Crabbing Violations in Terrebonne Parish

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) enforcement agents cited two Chauvin men in separate cases for allegedly violating commercial crabbing regulations on Aug. 5 in Terrebonne Parish. The men were sited for tending crab traps during illegal hours.
August 11, 2024

LDWF Accepting Applications for Two Fall Women’s Fishing 101 Workshops

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) and the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation (LAWFF) are teaming up to present two Women’s Fishing 101 Workshops this fall. The workshops are open to women over the age of 18 who are looking to become knowledgeable and confident anglers.