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LDWF Offices Close at Noon on Friday, June 18 in Observance of Juneteenth

On Friday, June 18, all LDWF offices will close at noon in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Please note, the licensing and registration section at the Baton Rouge headquarters office will close at 11:30 am to allow time for close-out procedures.

Buy Your License Now

If you purchase your fishing license in June, it is good for the entire 2021-2022 license year.

Approved License and Fee Restructure

View a snapshot of our fee and license restructure approved in HB 691.

Shrimp Fishermen: NOAA Fisheries Offering Webinars to Assist Skimmer TED Installation

The webinars are scheduled twice a month on Tuesday mornings, 9 am - 10:30 am, on May 18, June 1, June 15, July 13, and July 27, 2021. Virtual workshops will be held one Friday a month, 9 am - 10:30 am, on May 14, June 25, and July 30, 2021.

Is Your Charter Captain Properly Licensed?

Use LDWF's Charter License Search tool to verify that your charter captain is licensed.

How Can You Help Feed the Hungry in Louisiana?

Help feed the hungry in your community. Check "Yes" to donate to Hunters for the Hungry when you buy your fishing or hunting license.

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Hunter Education Class - Iberville Parish

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Boater Education Class - La Salle Parish

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Hunter Education Field Day - St. Charles Parish

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Boater Education Class - Ouachita Parish

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