Joe Macaluso

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission had two surprises for Sportsman’s Paradise outdoorsmen last week. During its January meeting Tuesday, the commission approved a proposed groundbreaking season on black-bellied whistling ducks. Finally, it ap... See more

Proposed seasons dates for resident game and migratory waterfowl/birds were outlined by the Wildlife Division of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries during Tuesday’s Wildlife and Fisheries Commission meeting in Baton Rouge. Public comment o... See more

If there was one word coming from Louisiana duck hunters after January’s Wildlife and Fisheries Commission meeting, it was “finally!” After a handful of years pleading with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, it appears Louisiana took an important step in... See more

Hunters, especially waterfowl hunters, and coastal fishermen will be governed by the moves offered on Tuesday’s agenda set for January’s Wildlife and Fisheries Commission meeting. Yes, it’s Tuesday — a move from the usual Thursday meeting days — and Depar... See more

HUNTING SEASONS DEER/MODERN FIREARMS: Through Jan. 4, State Deer Areas 1, 3, 4, 7 & 8, with/without dogs. DEER/PRIMITIVE FIREARMS: Through Jan. 5-11, State Deer Areas 3, 7, 8 & 10. DEER/MODERN FIREARMS: Through Jan. 5-18, State Deer Areas 1 & ... See more