2026-27 WMA Deer Forecast

FEATURES

Preparing for Louisiana’s special black-bellied whistling duck season

October 1, 2026

On Oct. 3-11, hunters can hit the sheer variety of habitat that black-bellied whistling ducks have taken over all around the state.

Running of the bull reds

September 25, 2026

In Louisiana, redfish generally spawn from mid-August through mid-November with the peak in September and October.

HUNTING

She Hunts: 7 tips for success in the field

October 23, 2026

Kailey Richard and Taylor McIlwain share lessons that could help other women who want to start hunting or take their skills to the next level.

BASS FISHING

Teen continues to shine in bass competition

October 23, 2026

Piers Picou, a two-time Louisiana Youth B.A.S.S. Nation Junior Bassmaster Angler of the Year, has started another chapter.

FRESHWATER FISHING

Lake D’Arbonne State Park

October 23, 2026

Lake D’Arbonne State Park offers much more than great fishing. It provides just the right amount of leisure and relaxation for guests.

OFFSHORE FISHING

LDWF announces recreational greater amberjack season to close on Oct. 14, 2026

October 13, 2026

The LDWF issued a Declaration of Emergency to close the recreational greater amberjack season in Louisiana waters on October 14, 2026.

INSHORE FISHING

The weather is cool, but the redfish bite is hot

October 23, 2026

As the days get colder, the redfish fishing gets hotter. The Louisiana marsh this time of year is what kayak anglers’ dreams are made of.

Anglers look to Lake Decade for solid fall trout fishing

October 23, 2026

Tommy Pellegrin of Custom Charters LLC has been pulling fish out of Lake Decade for as long as he can remember.

Morgan City angler sets his sights on redfish

October 5, 2026

An accomplished bass fisherman and lifelong Morgan City resident, Barry Henry also loves to go saltwater fishing and target redfish.

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NEWS BREAKERS

LDWF sets burn ban in place on its public lands

October 24, 2026

The LDWF is reminding Wildlife Management Area (WMA) hunters and outdoorsmen of a burn ban in many parishes due to extremely dry conditions.

RECIPES

Wild Pork Blanket Dumplings

October 23, 2026

Blanket dumplings are a warm, comforting dish made by wrapping flavorful fillings in soft dough, creating a cozy meal.

FIELD NOTES

Louisiana’s definition of a legal buck

October 23, 2026

I have shot several deer that I thought were does. Upon inspection, each had a tiny nub completely covered by hair.