Printable VersionThe Louisiana Big Game Records Program was initiated in 1979 by the Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association (LOWA). The program is based on the Boone and Crockett (B&C) system for white-tailed deer. In addition to white-tailed deer, a category was established for the wild turkey. The wild turkey measuring system is based on spur measurements in millimeters.
In 1992, LDWF's Deer Program and LOWA expanded the records program to include a three-year Louisiana Big Game Recognition Program. The Recognition Program recognizes deer and turkeys that meet the minimum recognition requirements over a three-year span. Minimums for the recognition program are listed alongside the all-time requirements. Categories are listed on the table below.
Boone and Crockett and LDWF-certified measurers are required for eligibility. All entries must be submitted by the Certified Measurer on an official score sheet. Only net scores are considered for entry. LDWF measurers offer scoring upon public request at no charge.
Minimum Entry Measurements
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Recognition Program |
LA State Record (All-time) |
Boone and Crockett |
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Firearm White-tailed Deer Typical |
130 |
160 |
170 |
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Firearm White-tailed Deer Non-typical |
165 |
185 |
195 |
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Recognition Program |
LA State Record (All-time) |
Pope and Young |
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Archery White-tailed Deer Typical |
90 |
110 |
125 |
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Archery White-tailed Deer Non-typical |
100 |
140 |
155 |
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Recognition Program |
LA State Record (All-time) |
Longhunter Society |
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Muzzleloader White-tailed Deer Typical |
110 |
120 |
130 |
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Muzzleloader White-tailed Deer Non-typical |
130 |
150 |
160 |
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Recognition Program |
LA State Record (All-time) |
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Crossbow White-tailed Deer Typical |
110 |
120 |
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Crossbow White-tailed Deer Non-typical |
130 |
150 |
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Recognition Program |
LA State Record (All-time) |
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Wild Turkey
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40 |
40 |
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Please contact the LDWF Deer Program for measurement assistance: 225-765-2344 or jbordelon@wlf.la.gov.