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No motorized vehicles allowed and no access via I-49 right-of way.", "All other seasons CLOSED." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "ATCHAFALAYA DELTA", "owner": "State of Louisiana", "acres": "137,695", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "ATCHAFALAYA DELTA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31 on Main Delta only; no deer hunting on Wax Lake Delta. Deer Youth", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "ATCHAFALAYA DELTA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Shotgun (buckshot only, either-sex) and Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "buckshot only, either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 3-4 & 10-11 on Main Delta only; no deer hunting on Wax Lake Delta.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-03", "end": "2026-10-04", "raw": "Oct. 3-4" }, { "start": "2026-10-10", "end": "2026-10-11", "raw": "10-11" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "ATCHAFALAYA DELTA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Wax Lake Delta", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Oct. 3-31 and Feb. 1-28, with or without beagles. Nov. 1 - Jan. 31 without beagles only. -", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-03", "end": "2026-10-31", "raw": "Oct. 3-31" }, { "start": "2027-02-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Feb. 1-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Nov. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "ATCHAFALAYA DELTA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Main Delta", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Feb. 1-28, with or without beagles. CLOSED October through January.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-02-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Feb. 1-28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Feral Hogs", "area": "ATCHAFALAYA DELTA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Feral Hogs", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "May be taken by properly licensed hunters Oct. 1 - Feb. 28. In addition, hunters may hunt feral hogs with archery equipment, shotguns loaded with buckshot or slugs or rimfire rifles no larger than .22 caliber from Feb. 16 - March 31.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-02-16", "end": "2027-03-31", "raw": "Feb. 16 - March 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Self-clearing permits available from Main Delta campground, Wax Delta Campground, Culde-sac on Big Island, and Berwick Public Boat Launch (Jesse Fontenot Boat Launch) or through the LDWF Self-clearing Permit app or internet/web portal. Camping and houseboat mooring allowed ONLY in designated campgrounds. Houseboat mooring allowed by permit only in designated areas, during hunting season (see page 52 for details). Vessels/Vehicles: Mudboats or air-cooled propulsion vessels powered by more than 36 total horsepower are prohibited on the WMA. All ATVs/UTVs, motorcycles, horses and mules prohibited EXCEPT as permitted for authorized WMA trappers. Big Island: EXCEPT for Youth Deer Hunting (provided for below), all other hunting CLOSED from Oct. 1 through the last day of youth deer seasons. AREA CLOSED: Main Delta area CLOSED to all hunters EXCEPT for Youth Deer Hunters when youth deer season is open. Limited Use Area: Access prohibited March 1 - Jan. 31. Hunting restricted to rabbit with shotgun only from Feb. 1-28. Non-toxic (maximum size #6) shot only, without beagles only. See WMA map for specific location.", "Waterfowl: Same as outside, EXCEPT shooting hours shall be 1/2 hour before sunrise to 12 noon during opening weekends of teal and duck season and 1/2 hour before sunrise to sunset the remainder of the season, and EXCEPT shooting hours are the same as outside for the Youth Hunt weekend." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "283", "office": "Pineville Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31,", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "area_type": "wma", "method": "EXCEPT (bucks only) Nov. 27-29 Deer Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Nov. 7-8, mandatory deer check.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-07", "end": "2026-11-08", "raw": "Nov. 7-8" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 10-11, mandatory deer check.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-10", "end": "2026-10-11", "raw": "Oct. 10-11" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Physically Challenged Deer Hunting Area (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 7-8, mandatory deer check, and Dec. 14-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-07", "end": "2026-11-08", "raw": "Nov. 7-8" }, { "start": "2026-12-14", "end": "2026-12-15", "raw": "Dec. 14-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth Lottery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 19-20", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2026-12-20", "raw": "Dec. 19-20" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "ALEXANDER STATE FOREST", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 10-11 and Nov. 7-8 & 27-29 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 19 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-10", "end": "2026-10-11", "raw": "Oct. 10-11" }, { "start": "2026-11-07", "end": "2026-11-08", "raw": "Nov. 7-8" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "27-29" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. From December through February all hunters must check daily with the Office of Forestry for scheduled burning activity. No hunting or other activity will be permitted in burn units the day of the burning. Call 225-202-2773 for information on burning schedules. Vehicles restricted to paved and graveled roads. No parking on or fishing or swimming from bridges. No open fires EXCEPT in recreation areas. Attaching stands to red-cockaded woodpecker cavity trees is prohibited. Cavity trees are marked with painted, double white bands. Physically Challenged Wheelchair-Confined Deer Hunting Area: Access restricted. Check WMA map for location and call Pineville Office for details and applications. Hunting PCHP blind hunting by reservation Class I, III and IV PCHP permittees only. See dates below. Horseback Riding: Self-clearing permit required. Organized trail rides prohibited. Riding allowed only on designated roads and trails (See WMA Map). Horses and mules are specifically prohibited during gun season for deer EXCEPT as allowed for bird dog field trials. No horses or mules on green planted areas. Horse-drawn conveyances are prohibited.", "Turkey: CLOSED", "Waterfowl: Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED after 12 noon (Certain areas may be closed as posted)." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "ATTAKAPAS", "owner": "State of Louisiana", "acres": "25,730", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "ATTAKAPAS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "ATTAKAPAS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 to all hunters EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p57", "printed_page": 57, "pdf_page": 59, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BIG COLEWA BAYOU", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "899", "office": "Monroe Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "BIG COLEWA BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "BIG COLEWA BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Physically Challenged Deer Hunting Area", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29, either-sex. Dec. 12-27, bucks only", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-27", "raw": "Dec. 12-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "BIG COLEWA BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon. Beagles allowed for rabbit hunting Jan. 1 - Feb. 28 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9 with or without dogs. On that portion designated as Small Game Emphasis Area, beagle area allowed for rabbit and dogs are allowed for squirrel Oct. 19 - Nov. 22, and training of beagles for rabbit and dogs for squirrel allowed June 1 - Aug. 31.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-10-19", "end": "2026-11-22", "raw": "Oct. 19 - Nov. 22" }, { "start": "2027-06-01", "end": "2027-08-31", "raw": "June 1 - Aug. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. All nighttime activities prohibited. Physically Challenged Wheelchair-confined Deer Hunting Area: Access restricted. Call Monroe field office for details and applications. Hunting by reservation for wheelchair confined PCHP permittees only. See dates below" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BAYOU MACON", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "6,919", "office": "Monroe Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "BAYOU MACON", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BAYOU MACON", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BAYOU MACON", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-28, mandatory deer check. Nov. 29, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-28", "raw": "Nov. 27-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-29", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BAYOU MACON", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 6", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-30", "end": "2026-12-06", "raw": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 6" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "BAYOU MACON", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 27-29. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 7 - Feb. 28 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. On that portion designated as Small Game Emphasis Area, beagles are allowed for rabbit and dogs are allowed for squirrel Oct. 19 - Nov. 22, and training of beagles for rabbit and dogs for squirrel allowed June 1 - Aug. 31.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-07", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 7 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-10-19", "end": "2026-11-22", "raw": "Oct. 19 - Nov. 22" }, { "start": "2027-06-01", "end": "2027-08-31", "raw": "June 1 - Aug. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "BAYOU MACON", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Sept. 1-16 and Jan. 2 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-01", "end": "2026-09-16", "raw": "Sept. 1-16" }, { "start": "2027-01-02", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 2 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED: Closed to all activities EXCEPT youth deer hunters Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 All night activities prohibited EXCEPT as otherwise provided. Operation of internal combustion engine powered vessels prohibited 12 noon - 4 a.m. from Nov. 1 - Jan. 31. See WMA map for locations.", "Turkey: CLOSED" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BIG LAKE", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "19,231", "office": "Monroe Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 ONLY on that portion of the area South of Big Lake and Crystal", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 12-25", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-25", "raw": "Dec. 12-25" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 8", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2027-01-08", "raw": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 8" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Turkey", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 3-11", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-11", "raw": "April 3-11" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 26-28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-26", "end": "2027-03-28", "raw": "March 26-28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 (ONLY that portion of the area South of Big Lake and Crystal Roads. See WMA map for details) and Nov. 27-29. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting from Nov. 1 - Feb. 28, EXCEPT CLOSED during any gun deer season (modern or primitive firearms). Open to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Nov. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Waterfowl", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED after 12 noon. and EXCEPT CLOSED Nov. 27-29.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "BIG LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Jan. 9 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-09", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 9 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED (portion): Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 to all hunters EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters ONLY that portion of the area South of Big Lake and Crystal Roads. That portion North of Big Lake and Crystal Roads open to all activities. See WMA map for details. CWD Management Zone: Attention deer hunters, Big Lake WMA is located within a CWD Management Zone. See page 12 for more information about deer carcass transport regulations.", "Fishing: Yoyos, limb lines and trotlines prohibited on Big and Chain lakes. Commercial fishing prohibited." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BAYOU PIERRE", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "2,799", "office": "Minden Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "BAYOU PIERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "BAYOU PIERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 19 - Feb. 28 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "BAYOU PIERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Waterfowl Refuge is closed to all hunting, trapping and fishing EXCEPT for archery hunting for deer, which is allowed on the entire area. Refuge is marked with \u201cWaterfowl Refuge\u201d signs.", "Waterfowl: Desoto Tract portion same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED after 12 noon. Remainder of WMA closed to waterfowl hunting. Physically Challenged Wheelchair-Confined Waterfowl Blind: PCHP Waterfowl Blind available on Desoto Tract for use by PCHP Wheelchair Bound class only. One helper allowed to hunt per qualified PCHP permittee. PCHP blind use is first come/first serve." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p58", "printed_page": 58, "pdf_page": 60, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BILOXI", "owner": "Biloxi Marsh Land Corporation", "acres": "35,644", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "BILOXI", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BILOXI", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "BILOXI", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED to waterfowl after 12 noon and squirrel hunting during the spring season. Waterfowl Sanctuary CLOSED to all public access Nov. 1 - March 7. See map for details", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-03-07", "raw": "Nov. 1 - March 7" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Vessels/Vehicles: All airboats, mud boats, vessels powered by aircooled engines, ATVs/UTVs, motorcycles, horses, and mules are prohibited. All types of mud boats, \u201clong-tail,\u201d air cooled propulsion vessels, including \u201csurface-drive\u201d boats, are prohibited. Overnight mooring of vessels 50 feet in length or less is only allowed at the designated camping area (see WMA map for location), vessels greater than 50 feet in length are prohibited from mooring overnight. Dogs prohibited except retrievers allowed for waterfowl hunting. No structures may be erected including fixed or permanent blind of any type. All nighttime activities are prohibited EXCEPT hunters may enter the WMA no earlier than 4 a.m. during hunting season. Fish may only be taken by rod and reel, and/or hook and line. 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Nov. 16-20, self-clearing permit. Dec. 19 - Jan. 1", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-14", "end": "2026-11-15", "raw": "Nov. 14-15" }, { "start": "2026-11-16", "end": "2026-11-20", "raw": "Nov. 16-20" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-01-01", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Jan. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "BOEUF", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 10-11 (South of LA 4 ONLY), and Nov. 27-29 and EXCEPT spring squirrel season will be open May 1-9 only, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting from Nov. 1 - Feb. 28, EXCEPT CLOSED during any gun deer season (modern or primitive firearms). Open to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9 with or without dogs. On that portion designated as Small Game Emphasis Area, same as outside, and training of beagles for rabbit and dogs for squirrel allowed same as outside. Waterfowl Sanctuary CLOSED to all public access Nov. 1 - March 7.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-10", "end": "2026-10-11", "raw": "Oct. 10-11" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Nov. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-03-07", "raw": "Nov. 1 - March 7" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "BOEUF", "area_type": "wma", "method": "See map for details. - Youth Squirrel Hunt", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Sept. 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-26", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "BOEUF", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Sept. 12-25 and Jan. 2 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-12", "end": "2026-09-25", "raw": "Sept. 12-25" }, { "start": "2027-01-02", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 2 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Internal combustion engines and craft limited to 10 Hp rating or less in the Greentree Reservoir. All motorized vessels prohibited after 12 noon in the Greentree Reservoir. Limited Access Areas: See WMA map for locations. AREA CLOSED: Closed to all south of LA 4 EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters when youth deer season is open (Oct. 10-11). North of LA 4 open to all activities. CWD Management Zone: Attention deer hunters, Boeuf WMA is located within a CWD Management Zone. See page 12 for more information about deer carcass transport regulations.", "Turkey: CLOSED" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BODCAU", "owner": "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "acres": "33,766", "office": "Minden Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "BODCAU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BODCAU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 10-11.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-10", "end": "2026-10-11", "raw": "Oct. 10-11" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "BODCAU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 6", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-30", "end": "2026-12-06", "raw": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 6" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "BODCAU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Turkey", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 3-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-18", "raw": "April 3-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "BODCAU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 26-28 and April 24-25", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-26", "end": "2027-03-28", "raw": "March 26-28" }, { "start": "2027-04-24", "end": "2027-04-25", "raw": "April 24-25" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "BODCAU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED ONLY during youth deer hunt on designated portion and entire area Oct. 24-25, and EXCEPT spring squirrel season will be open May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 7 - Feb. 28. Operation of internal combustion engine powered vessels prohibited 12 noon to 4 a.m. from Nov. 1 - Jan. 31 in the green tree reservoir.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-24", "end": "2026-10-25", "raw": "Oct. 24-25" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-07", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 7 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Nov. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "BODCAU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Dec. 7 - Feb. 28 and May 1 - Sept. 30", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-07", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 7 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-09-30", "raw": "May 1 - Sept. 30" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED (portion): Closed to all hunters EXCEPT youth deer hunters Oct. 10-11, on designated portion. See WMA map for details. Towable watersports prohibited in Ivan Lake. Limited Use Area: Small game, turkey and waterfowl same as rest of WMA. Deer hunting archery only. See WMA map for specific location. Small Game Emphasis Area: Beagles allowed for rabbit and dogs allowed for squirrel Oct. 3-30 and training of beagles for rabbits and dogs for squirrel allowed June 1 - Sept. 30. Bird Dog Training Area: Open year-round EXCEPT CLOSED during WMA Turkey Season. Contact Minden Field Office for more information.", "Fishing: Nets and traps prohibited in Ivan Lake." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BOGUE CHITTO", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "1,643", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "BOGUE CHITTO", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "BOGUE CHITTO", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Lottery", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 3-4 & 10-11. Hunting by pre-application lottery only. Visit www.wlf.la.gov/page/lottery-hunts to apply online.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-04", "raw": "April 3-4" }, { "start": "2027-04-10", "end": "2027-04-11", "raw": "10-11" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "BOGUE CHITTO", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (Nighttime)", "restriction": "Nighttime", "raw_dates": "Feb. 1-28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-02-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Feb. 1-28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Internal combustion engines prohibited. Trolling motors allowed.", "Small Game and Waterfowl: Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED to waterfowl after 12 noon and squirrel hunting during the spring season." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p59", "printed_page": 59, "pdf_page": 61, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BUCKHORN", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "11,121", "office": "Monroe Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "", "area": "BUCKHORN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Limited Use Area", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Access prohibited Oct. 1 - Jan. 15. Hunting restricted to small game Jan. 16 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-15", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 15" }, { "start": "2027-01-16", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 16 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p60", "printed_page": 60, "pdf_page": 62, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "BUCKHORN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "CWD Management Zone", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Attention deer hunters, Buckhorn WMA is located within a CWD Management Zone. See page 12 for more information about deer carcass transport regulations. Operation of internal combustion engine powered vessels prohibited 12 noon - 4 a.m. from Nov. 1 - Jan. 31. 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AREA CLOSED: Oct. 24-25 to all EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters. Physically Challenged Wheelchair-confined Deer Hunting Area: Access restricted. Check WMA map for location and call Lake Charles or Baton Rouge offices for details and applications. Hunting by reservation for wheelchair confined PCHP permittees only. Same deer seasons listed below." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p60", "printed_page": 60, "pdf_page": 62, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BUSSEY BRAKE", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "2,614", "office": "Monroe Office", "seasons": [], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED TO ALL HUNTING AND TRAPPING ACTIVITY: Area closed to all activities between two hours after sunset until 4 a.m. with the exception of rod and reel or cane pole fishing. Fishing may take place between these hours at the north fishing pier or by boat. Access to all other areas are prohibited between these hours. Recreational fishing and all other allowed non-consumptive uses only. No personal watercraft or water skiing. No camping. No atvs/ utvs or electric bicycles allowed. No motorized vehicles of any type allowed on reservoir levee except at boat launch for purpose of launching boat or to access fishing pier. Pulling boats over levees or any other activities that cause detriment to the levees is prohibited. Horseback riding and non-motorized bicycles are allowed only on the designated trail named levee trail (see map at boat launch kiosk). Access is granted at two marked locations, adjacent to the boat launch and just beyond the boat launch parking area. No tying boats to channel marker poles. A no-wake zone is in effect in the harbor inside the wave break. No boats allowed within 30 feet of fishing piers.", "Fishing: Fish may be taken only by rod and reel or cane pole for recreational purposes. Tournament fishing allowed by Special Use Permit only. All types of nets, including but not limited to gill nets, trammel nets, hoop nets, wire nets, fyke nets and fish seines are prohibited. Trotlines, yo-yos, limb lines, stump lines, slat traps, jugs, cans, and pipes are prohibited. Shoreline (non-boat) fishing only allowed at designated locations. No fishing or lake access from rocks along interior of reservoir levee. Special harvest regulations apply at Bussey Brake; please refer to LDWF Recreational Fishing Regulations." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p60", "printed_page": 60, "pdf_page": 62, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "DEWEY W. 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Visit www.wlf.la.gov/page/lotteryhunts to apply online.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-05", "end": "2026-12-06", "raw": "Dec. 5-6" }, { "start": "2027-01-02", "end": "2027-01-03", "raw": "Jan. 2-3" }, { "start": "2027-01-09", "end": "2027-01-10", "raw": "9-10" }, { "start": "2027-01-16", "end": "2027-01-17", "raw": "16-17" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p61", "printed_page": 61, "pdf_page": 63, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "DEWEY W. WILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-28, mandatory deer check. Nov. 29, self-clearing permit. No hunting allowed in the greentree impoundment or within 100 feet of the greentree levee, if duck season is in progress.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-28", "raw": "Nov. 27-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-29", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p61", "printed_page": 61, "pdf_page": 63, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "DEWEY W. 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On that portion designated as", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Nov. 1- Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p61", "printed_page": 61, "pdf_page": 63, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "DEWEY W. WILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Dec. 14 - Feb. 28 -", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-14", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 14 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p61", "printed_page": 61, "pdf_page": 63, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "DEWEY W. WILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Nighttime Chase Only", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "May 1 - Sept. 25, Tuesdays and Thursdays only. 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Visit www.wlf.la.gov/page/lottery-hunts to apply online.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-05", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 5-27" }, { "start": "2026-10-10", "end": "2026-11-15", "raw": "Oct. 10 - Nov. 15" }, { "start": "2026-09-05", "end": "2026-09-12", "raw": "Sept. 5-12" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p61", "printed_page": 61, "pdf_page": 63, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Rabbit", "area": "ELBOW SLOUGH", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Rabbit", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Feb. 1-28. 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Hunting by pre-application lottery only. Visit www.wlf.la.gov/page/lottery-hunts to apply online.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-27", "end": "2027-03-27", "raw": "March 27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "FORT POLK-VERNON", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 27-29 and EXCEPT CLOSED to squirrel hunting during the spring season. Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink must be worn when bucks only gun hunts for deer are in progress. 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Hunters may hunt feral hogs with shotguns loaded with buckshot or slugs from Jan. 2 - Feb. 28. Hunters must display 400 square inches of Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink and wear a Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink cap during special shotgun season for feral hogs.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-19", "end": "2027-01-01", "raw": "Sept. 19 - Jan. 1" }, { "start": "2027-01-02", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 2 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. All or portions of the area may be closed daily due to military activities. Information on open areas and special ATV regulations can be accessed at the following website: https://home.army.mil/polk/my-Fort-Polk/fort-Polkhunting. Hunters are cautioned not to pick up any foreign material or objects while hunting on the WMA. Also, it is mandatory for hunters to check the open area maps, located at check stations, daily for sudden closures. Fishing: Magnet fishing is prohibited. Physically Challenged Wheelchair-Confined Deer Hunting Area: Access restricted. Check WMA map for location and call Lake Charles or Baton Rouge offices for details and applications. Hunting by reservation for wheelchair confined PCHP permittees only. Same deer seasons listed below.", "Fishing: Special regulations pertaining to fishing are posted at specific lakes." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "GRASSY LAKE", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "12,983", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "GRASSY LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "GRASSY LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "GRASSY LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "GRASSY LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-28, mandatory deer check. Nov. 29, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-28", "raw": "Nov. 27-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-29", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "GRASSY LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 3", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2027-01-03", "raw": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 3" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "GRASSY LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Dec. 12-13", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 12-13" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "GRASSY LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 27-29 and open to squirrel hunting during the spring squirrel season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. 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AREA CLOSED: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, to all hunters EXCEPT Youth Hunters. CWD Management Zone: Attention deer hunters, Grassy Lake WMA is located within a CWD Management Zone. See page 12 for more information about deer carcass transport regulations.", "Turkey: CLOSED", "Sport Fishing: Same as outside EXCEPT allowed only after 2 p.m. during waterfowl season, and EXCEPT allowed after 10 a.m. during early teal season on Smith Bay, Red River Bay and Grassy Lake proper. - Crawfish: March 15 - July 31. Recreational only. 100 lbs per person per day. No nets or traps may be left overnight.", "Commercial Fishing: Prohibited on Smith Bay, Red River Bay and Grassy Lake proper on Saturdays and Sundays and during open waterfowl seasons. Permit Required - permits available from the Lafayette Field Office." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p62", "printed_page": 62, "pdf_page": 64, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "HUTCHINSON CREEK", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "129", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "HUTCHINSON CREEK", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "HUTCHINSON CREEK", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-26", "end": "2027-03-27", "raw": "March 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "HUTCHINSON CREEK", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring squirrel season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. 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Hunting by preapplication lottery only. Visit www.wlf.la.gov/page/lottery-hunts to apply online.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-05", "raw": "April 3-5" }, { "start": "2027-04-06", "end": "2027-04-08", "raw": "6-8" }, { "start": "2027-04-09", "end": "2027-04-11", "raw": "9-11" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "J.C. \u201cSONNY\u201d GILBERT", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 27-29, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. 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AREA CLOSED: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 to all EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters. CWD Management Zone: Attention deer hunters, J.C. \u201cSonny\u201d Gilbert WMA is located within a CWD Control Area. See page 12 for more information about deer carcass transport regulations." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "LAKE BOEUF", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "802", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "LAKE BOEUF", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "LAKE BOEUF", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "LAKE BOEUF", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Nov. 1 - Feb. 28 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles prohibited November and December.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Nov. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Self-Clearing Permit available at Theriot Canal boat landing off LA 308 or through the LDWF Self-clearing Permit app or internet/web portal. All nighttime activities prohibited, EXCEPT that hunters may enter the WMA no earlier than 4 a.m. and must check out and exit the WMA no later than two hours after sunset, or as otherwise specified. ATVs/UTVs, motorcycles, horses and mules are prohibited.", "Waterfowl: Same as outside, EXCEPT CLOSED after 12 noon." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "LAKE RAMSAY SAVANNAH", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "796", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "LAKE RAMSAY SAVANNAH", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "LAKE RAMSAY SAVANNAH", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-26", "end": "2027-03-27", "raw": "March 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "LAKE RAMSAY SAVANNAH", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Turkey", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 3-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-18", "raw": "April 3-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "LAKE RAMSAY SAVANNAH", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Jan. 2 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2027-01-02", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 2 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Foot traffic only. All vehicles restricted to parish roads and designated parking areas, EXCEPT retrieval of game with ATVs allowed (see page 53 for details). Bird Dog Training Area: Open year-round EXCEPT CLOSED during WMA Turkey Season. Contact Hammond Field Office, 985-543-4777, for more information." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "JOHN FRANKS", "owner": "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "acres": "3,664", "office": "Minden Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "JOHN FRANKS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "JOHN FRANKS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 19 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Small Game Emphasis Area: Beagles allowed for rabbit and dogs allowed for squirrel Oct. 3 - Feb. 28 and training of beagles for rabbits and dogs for squirrel allowed June 1 - Sept. 30." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p63", "printed_page": 63, "pdf_page": 65, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "LITTLE RIVER", "owner": "", "acres": "", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31, EXC", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 12-13", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 12-13" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Turkey", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 3-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-18", "raw": "April 3-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT spring squirrel season will be open May 1-9 only, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 19 - Feb. 28. -", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Youth", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Squirrel Hunt", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Sept. 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-26", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Jan. 10 - Feb. 28 -", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-10", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 10 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Nighttime Chase Only", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "May 1 - Sept. 25, Tuesdays and Thursdays only. Raccoon hunters may use ATVs on designated trails during take seasons only.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-09-25", "raw": "May 1 - Sept. 25" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "LITTLE RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Crawfish", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 1 - July 31. 100 pounds per person per day. Recreational crawfishing only, no traps or nets left overnight.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-01", "end": "2027-07-31", "raw": "March 1 - July 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Owners: LDWF (4,936 acres, Pineville Office); U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (1,109 acres); Lasalle Parish School Board (441 acres)", "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "MARSH BAYOU", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "655", "office": "Lake Charles Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "MARSH BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "MARSH BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles are allowed for rabbits and dogs are allowed for squirrels Jan. 2 - Feb. 28. 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Nov. 29, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-28", "raw": "Nov. 27-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-29", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "MAUREPAS SWAMP", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 19 - Jan. 3", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-01-03", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Jan. 3" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "MAUREPAS SWAMP", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Jan. 10 & 18-24", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-10", "end": "2027-01-10", "raw": "Jan. 10" }, { "start": "2027-01-18", "end": "2027-01-24", "raw": "18-24" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "MAUREPAS SWAMP", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 27-29, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. 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No loaded firearms or hunting allowed within 100 yards of Nature Trail. Camping limited to tent only in designated areas (see WMA map for locations). Motorized vehicles prohibited on Crusel Tract. Limited Use Area: Small game - shotgun only. Deer hunting - archery only. See WMA map for specific location. AREA CLOSED: Nov. 7-8, to all hunters EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters. Benchmark Closure: Area closed to all deer hunting when USGS water level gauge at Airline Canal at Blind River near Gramercy, LA - 07380212 is at or above 2.25 gauge height, feet and reopens to deer hunting when water levels recede to 1.75 gauge height, feet following a closure. Gauge information and levels are available at: https://waterdata.usgs.gov/monitoring-location/07380212/ #dataTypeId=continuous-00065-0&period=P7D&showMedian=false.", "Turkey: CLOSED", "Crawfish: 100 lbs per person per day." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "LOGGY BAYOU", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "4,262", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "LOGGY BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "LOGGY BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-28, mandatory deer check. Nov. 29, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-28", "raw": "Nov. 27-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-29", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "LOGGY BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 6", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-30", "end": "2026-12-06", "raw": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 6" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "LOGGY BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Nov. 27-29, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 19 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "LOGGY BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Limited Use Area: Small game and waterfowl same as rest of WMA. Deer hunting archery only. See WMA map for specific location." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "MANCHAC", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "8,328", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "MANCHAC", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "MANCHAC", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "MANCHAC", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Feb. 1-28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2027-02-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Feb. 1-28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "MANCHAC", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Feb. 1-28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-02-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Feb. 1-28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities.", "Crabs: No crab traps allowed. Attended lift nets are allowed." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p64", "printed_page": 64, "pdf_page": 66, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "PASS-A-LOUTRE", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "115,596", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "PASS-A-LOUTRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "PASS-A-LOUTRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth Shotgun (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 24-25", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-24", "end": "2026-10-25", "raw": "Oct. 24-25" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Feral Hogs", "area": "PASS-A-LOUTRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Feral Hogs", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "May be taken by properly licensed hunters from Oct. 1 - Feb. 28. In addition, hunters may hunt feral hogs with archery equipment, shotguns loaded with buckshot or slugs, or rimfire rifles no larger than .22 caliber from Feb. 16 - March 31. Hogs may be taken with the aid of dogs Feb. 16 - March 15. Hunters must also display 400 square inches of Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink and wear a Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink cap during special shotgun season for feral hogs.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-02-16", "end": "2027-03-31", "raw": "Feb. 16 - March 31" }, { "start": "2027-02-16", "end": "2027-03-15", "raw": "Feb. 16 - March 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Permits available through the LDWF Self-clearing Permit app or internet/web portal or at Passa-Loutre Headquarters, Camp Canal and all designated camping areas. Oyster harvesting is prohibited. Camping allowed ONLY in designated areas. See self-clearing permit stations at headquarters for designated camping areas. Vessels/Vehicles: All ATVs/UTVs, motorcycles, horses and mules are prohibited. Mud boats or air-cooled propulsion vessels powered by more than 36 total horsepower prohibited. Operation of mud boats and air-cooled propulsion engines prohibited after 2:00 p.m. Sept. 1 - Jan. 31, EXCEPT allowed after 2:00 p.m. in South pass, Pass-a-Loutre, Southeast Pass, Loomis Pass, Dennis Pass, and Cadro Pass.", "Small Game and Waterfowl: Same as outside. Beagles prohibited October through the last day of waterfowl season.", "Commercial Fishing: Same as outside. Commercial mullet fishing open only in: South Pass, Pass-a-Loutre, North Pass, Southeast Pass, Northeast Pass, Dennis Pass, Johnson Pass, Loomis Pass, Cadro Pass, Wright Pass, Viveats Pass, Cognevich Pass, Blind Bay, Redfish Bay, Garden Island Bay, Northshore Bay, East Bay (west of barrier islands) and oil and gas canals as described on the LDWF Pass-a-Loutre WMA map." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "POINTE-AUX-CHENES", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "35,267", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Feral Hogs", "area": "POINTE-AUX-CHENES", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Feral Hogs", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "May be taken by properly licensed hunters from Oct. 1 - Feb. 28. In addition, hunters may hunt feral hogs with archery equipment, shotguns loaded with buckshot or slugs, or rimfire rifles no larger than .22 caliber from Feb. 16 - March 31. Hunters must also display 400 square inches of Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink and wear a Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink cap during special shotgun season for feral hogs.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-02-16", "end": "2027-03-31", "raw": "Feb. 16 - March 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "POINTE-AUX-CHENES", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Vessels/Vehicles", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Type A personal watercraft, model year 2003 and beyond, which are 8 or more feet in length, may be operated on Pointeaux-Chenes WMA from April 1 until the Monday after Labor Day Weekend, from sunrise to sunset only. No person shall operate such watercraft at a speed greater than \u201cslow/no wake\u201d within 100 feet of an anchored or moored vessel, shoreline, dock, pier, persons engaged in angling or any other manually powered vessel. All boats powered by internal combustion engines having total horsepower above 25 Hp are not allowed in the Grand Bayou, Montegut and Pointe-aux-Chenes water management units. Public is permitted to travel anytime through the WMA for access purposes only, in the waterways known as Cutoff Canal, Grand Bayou, Humble Canal, Little Bayou Blue, Grand Bayou Blue, St. Louis Canal, and Bayou Pointe-aux- Chenes unless authorized by LDWF. All ATVs/UTVs, motorcycles, horses and mules are prohibited.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-01", "end": "2027-04-01", "raw": "April 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "POINTE-AUX-CHENES", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "POINTE-AUX-CHENES", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "POINTE-AUX-CHENES", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 12-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-18", "raw": "Dec. 12-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Self-clearing permits available at Island Road Boat Launch, Grand Bayou Boat Launch, WMA Campground/Pirogue Launch, Pointe Aux Chene Marina, Bayou Blue Boat Launch, and at Point Farm gate behind Montegut Middle School or through the LDWF Self-clearing Permit app or internet/web portal. All nighttime activities prohibited, EXCEPT that hunters may enter the WMA no earlier than 4 a.m. and must check out and exit the WMA no later than two hours after sunset, or as otherwise specified. Possession of more than one daily limit of fish/crab/shrimp while on the WMA is prohibited. Trapping is allowed only by written agreement with LDWF, Coastal WMAs, Wildlife Division. Parking of vehicles on levees prohibited. Fishing, crabbing, cast netting or any other activities or trespassing on water control structures are prohibited.", "All Pointe-aux-Chenes Property EXCEPT Point Farm Unit and Restricted Areas", "Waterfowl: Same as outside, EXCEPT CLOSED after 12 noon." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "PEARL RIVER", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "35,619", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "", "area": "PEARL RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "AREA CLOSED", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Nov. 7-8 to all hunters EXCEPT Youth Hunters.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-07", "end": "2026-11-08", "raw": "Nov. 7-8" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p65", "printed_page": 65, "pdf_page": 67, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "PEARL RIVER", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - 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Nov. 29, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-28", "raw": "Nov. 27-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-29", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "POMME DE TERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 3", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2027-01-03", "raw": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 3" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "POMME DE TERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Dec. 12-13 and Jan. 16-17", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 12-13" }, { "start": "2027-01-16", "end": "2027-01-17", "raw": "Jan. 16-17" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "POMME DE TERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Turkey", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 24 - May 2", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-24", "end": "2027-05-02", "raw": "April 24 - May 2" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "POMME DE TERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 17-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-17", "end": "2027-04-18", "raw": "April 17-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "POMME DE TERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 27-29, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbit and squirrel hunting with dogs allowed Dec. 14-25 and Jan. 4 - Feb. 28. On that portion designated as Small Game Emphasis Area, beagles allowed for rabbit and dogs allowed for squirrel Oct. 3-30, Nov. 30 - Dec. 11 and Dec. 14-25, and training of beagles for rabbit and dogs for squirrel allowed June 1 - Aug. 31. -", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-14", "end": "2026-12-25", "raw": "Dec. 14-25" }, { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2026-10-03", "end": "2026-10-30", "raw": "Oct. 3-30" }, { "start": "2026-11-30", "end": "2026-12-11", "raw": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 11" }, { "start": "2026-12-14", "end": "2026-12-25", "raw": "Dec. 14-25" }, { "start": "2027-06-01", "end": "2027-08-31", "raw": "June 1 - Aug. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Youth", "area": "POMME DE TERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Squirrel Hunt", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Sept. 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-26", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "POMME DE TERRE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Sept. 12-27 and Jan. 4 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-12", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 12-27" }, { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 to all hunters EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters.", "Sport Fishing: Same as outside EXCEPT allowed only after 2 p.m. during waterfowl season and EXCEPT open after 10 a.m. during early teal season. - Crawfish: March 15 - July 31. Recreational only. 100 lbs per person per day. No nets or traps may be left overnight.", "Commercial Fishing: Permitted Monday through Friday, via permit only, issued from the Lafayette Field Office. CLOSED during duck season" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "RICHARD K. YANCEY", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "57,235", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "RICHARD K. YANCEY", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "RICHARD K. YANCEY", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth Lottery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Dec. 19 & 26 and Jan. 2 & 9. Hunting by pre-application lottery only. Visit www.wlf.la.gov/page/lotteryhunts to apply online.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2026-12-19", "raw": "Dec. 19" }, { "start": "2027-01-02", "end": "2027-01-02", "raw": "Jan. 2" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "RICHARD K. YANCEY", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth and Physically Challenged (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1. ONLY that portion of the area south of Black Hawk Acme Levee Road, west of LA Hwy. 15, southward to Old River Control Structure, thence south to Sugar Mill Chute. The remainder of the area is open to all other use.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED: ONLY that portion of the area south of Black Hawk Acme Levee Road, west of LA Hwy. 15, southward to Old River Control Structure, thence south to Sugar Mill Chute, will be closed Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, to all hunters EXCEPT youth and physically challenged hunters. The remainder of the area is open to all other use. In the Waterfowl Impoundment, operation of internal combustion engine powered vessels prohibited 12 noon to 4 a.m. from Nov. 1- Jan. 31. See WMA map for location. CWD Management Zone: Attention deer hunters, Richard K. Yancey WMA is located within a CWD Management Zone. See page 12 for more information about deer carcass transport regulations." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p66", "printed_page": 66, "pdf_page": 68, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "SABINE", "owner": "Manulife Investment Management", "acres": "6,217", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31, EXCEPT (bucks only) Nov. 2-25 and Dec. 5-13", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" }, { "start": "2026-11-02", "end": "2026-11-25", "raw": "Nov. 2-25" }, { "start": "2026-12-05", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 5-13" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth & Physically Challenged (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 17-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-17", "end": "2026-10-18", "raw": "Oct. 17-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 24-25 and Nov. 27-29, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-24", "end": "2026-10-25", "raw": "Oct. 24-25" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Nov. 2-25 and Dec. 5-13", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-02", "end": "2026-11-25", "raw": "Nov. 2-25" }, { "start": "2026-12-05", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 5-13" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 26 - Nov. 1", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-26", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 26 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "General Lottery", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Apr. 9-11 & 23-25. Hunting by pre-application lottery only. Visit www.wlf.la.gov/page/lottery-hunts to apply online.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-09", "end": "2027-04-11", "raw": "Apr. 9-11" }, { "start": "2027-04-23", "end": "2027-04-25", "raw": "23-25" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 17-18 & 24-25 and Nov. 27-29 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and squirrel hunting with dogs allowed Dec. 19 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-17", "end": "2026-10-18", "raw": "Oct. 17-18" }, { "start": "2026-10-24", "end": "2026-10-25", "raw": "24-25" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "SABINE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. AREA CLOSED: Oct. 17-18 to all EXCEPT Youth Deer Hunters. All gates closed March 1 - Aug. 31. Walk-in only" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "RUSSELL SAGE", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "34,018", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "RUSSELL SAGE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "RUSSELL SAGE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth and Physically Challenged (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, south of", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Transporting trash or garbage on WMA roads prohibited. All nighttime activities prohibited EXCEPT as otherwise provided. Limited Access Areas: See WMA map for locations. Wham Brake: CLOSED to all motorized vessels 14 days prior to opening day of duck and teal seasons, excluding youth and Veteran days. Also closed to all motorized vessels during waterfowl season splits, and Sept. 1 - Jan. 31, all motorized vessels prohibited 12 noon - 4 a.m., and all nighttime activities prohibited during open waterfowl season. Chauvin Tract (US 165 North): All season dates on Chauvin Tract (US 165 North) same as outside, EXCEPT still hunt only and EXCEPT small game shotgun only and deer hunting restricted to archery only. All vehicles including ATVs/UTVs prohibited. South Bosco Tract: Closed from March 1 - Oct. 15. Archery only for deer. Open to waterfowl hunting. Waterfowl Refuge: North of LA Hwy 15 closed to all hunting, fishing, trapping, and ATV use during duck seasons including teal season, EXCEPT hunting allowed during Waterfowl Falconry Seasons. AREA CLOSED: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 south of I-20 only to all EXCEPT youth and physically challenged deer hunters. North of I-20 will remain open for all other allowable activities." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "SABINE ISLAND", "owner": "State of Louisiana", "acres": "7,143", "office": "Lake Charles Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Small Game", "area": "SABINE ISLAND", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Sept. 26-27 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Squirrel and rabbit hunting with dogs allowed Jan. 4 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-26", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 26-27" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "SABINE ISLAND", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Sabine Island boundaries are Sabine River on the west, Cut-Off Bayou on the north, and Old River and Big Bayou on the south and east. AREA CLOSED: Sept. 26-27 to all EXCEPT youth deer hunters.", "Deer: Same as outside, still hunt only. Deer Youth (either-sex): Sept. 26-27" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p67", "printed_page": 67, "pdf_page": 69, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "31,956", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Nov. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 & 24-25", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-03", "end": "2026-10-04", "raw": "Oct. 3-4" }, { "start": "2026-10-10", "end": "2026-10-11", "raw": "10-11" }, { "start": "2026-10-17", "end": "2026-10-18", "raw": "17-18" }, { "start": "2026-10-24", "end": "2026-10-25", "raw": "24-25" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 20-22", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-20", "end": "2026-11-22", "raw": "Nov. 20-22" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Nov. 23 - Dec. 20", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-23", "end": "2026-12-20", "raw": "Nov. 23 - Dec. 20" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Dec. 21-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-21", "end": "2026-12-27", "raw": "Dec. 21-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED October through December. Beagles allowed for rabbits Jan. 1 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 1 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Feral Hogs", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Feral Hogs", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "May be taken by properly licensed hunters from Oct. 1 - Feb. 28. In addition, hunters may hunt feral hogs with archery equipment, shotguns loaded with buckshot or slugs, or rimfire rifles no larger than .22 caliber from Feb. 16 - March 31. Hunters must also display 400 square inches of Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink and wear a Hunter Orange or Blaze Pink cap during special shotgun season for feral hogs.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-02-16", "end": "2027-03-31", "raw": "Feb. 16 - March 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "SALVADOR/TIMKEN", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Experimental Nighttime Activity Season", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "12 a.m., June 1 through official sunrise Aug. 15. Nighttime activities LIMITED to the take of frogs and fishing with a rod and reel. All other nighttime activities prohibited. Daily limit of 50 frogs per vessel in aggregate (bull frogs/pig frogs). If engaged in frogging on or while traversing the WMA, all frogs in possession will be deemed to have been taken from the WMA. At no time may anyone possess more than one daily limit of frogs while on the water.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-06-01", "end": "2027-06-01", "raw": "June 1" }, { "start": "2026-08-15", "end": "2026-08-15", "raw": "Aug. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Permits available at Pier 90, Bayou Gauche, Bayou Segnette State Park landings, and at Airboat Adventures in Lafitte or through the LDWF Self-clearing Permit app or internet/web portal. Vessels/Vehicles: All ATVs/UTVs, motorcycles, horses and mules prohibited. Use of mud boats powered by internal combustion engines with more than four cylinders is prohibited. Pulling boats over levees, dams or water control structures or any other activities which cause detriment to the integrity of levees, dams and water control structures is prohibited. AREA CLOSED: During the month of October to all activities EXCEPT fishing, Youth Deer Hunters and Youth Waterfowl Hunters, if the latter is provided for.", "Waterfowl: Same as outside, EXCEPT CLOSED after 12 noon.", "Recreational Fishing: The harvest of all fish, shrimp, crabs and crawfish are for recreational purposes only and any commercial use is prohibited. - Shrimp: may be taken by the use of cast nets only. During the inside open shrimp season, 25 lbs per boat per day (heads on) maximum shall be permitted. Size count to conform with open season requirements. During the inside closed season, 10 lbs per boat per day (heads on) maximum may be taken for bait. All castnet contents shall be contained and bycatch returned to the water immediately. - Fish: may be taken only by rod and reel or hand lines for recreational purposes. - Crabs: may be taken only through the use of hand lines or nets; however, none are to remain set overnight. Twelve dozen crabs maximum are allowed per boat or vehicle per day. - Crawfish: may be harvested in unrestricted portions of the WMA and shall be limited to 100 lbs per person per day. Fishing gear used to catch crawfish shall not remain set overnight." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "SANDY HOLLOW", "owner": "", "acres": "", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth and Physically Challenged (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 7-8", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-07", "end": "2026-11-08", "raw": "Nov. 7-8" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 19-20", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2026-12-20", "raw": "Dec. 19-20" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Dec. 12-18 and Dec. 26 - Jan. 3", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-18", "raw": "Dec. 12-18" }, { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2027-01-03", "raw": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 3" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Turkey", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 3-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-18", "raw": "April 3-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth Lottery", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-26", "end": "2027-03-27", "raw": "March 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Nov. 7-8 & 27-29, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Jan. 4 - Feb. 28. On that portion designated as Small Game Emphasis Area, training of beagles for rabbit and dogs for squirrel allowed June 1 - Aug. 31. -", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-07", "end": "2026-11-08", "raw": "Nov. 7-8" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "27-29" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-06-01", "end": "2027-08-31", "raw": "June 1 - Aug. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Youth", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Squirrel Hunt", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Sept. 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-26", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "SANDY HOLLOW", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Mourning Dove", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Sept. 5 & 12 through the end of first split. CLOSED Sept. 6-11 of first split. Second and third splits are same as outside EXCEPT youth hunt on Northern Tract (north of LA 10) during the opening day of the first split (Sept. 5). Hunt restricted to youths 17 or younger and supervising adult who must be 18 years of age or older. The supervising adult must maintain visual and voice contact with the youth at all times.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-05", "end": "2026-09-05", "raw": "Sept. 5" }, { "start": "2026-09-06", "end": "2026-09-11", "raw": "Sept. 6-11" }, { "start": "2026-09-05", "end": "2026-09-05", "raw": "Sept. 5" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Owners: LDWF (4,473 acres, Hammond Office); Tangipahoa Parish School Board (182 acres)", "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. No hunting with firearms south of Jackson Road, EXCEPT school board tract, on days of scheduled field trials. Dates of field trials are listed on the check stations or can be obtained from the Hammond Field Office (985-543- 4777). Bird Dog Training: Sept. 7 - Nov. 8 and Feb. 1-28, EXCEPT restricted to that portion south of LA 10 and west of LA 1061 (see WMA map) and EXCEPT blank pistols only. Wild birds only (use of pen-raised birds prohibited) - Bird Dog Training Area: An area has been designated to allow use of released birds for dog training purposes. Open year-round EXCEPT CLOSED during either-sex modern firearm hunts for deer, WMA turkey season and opening weekend of the first segment of dove season. Contact the Hammond Field Office (985-543-4777) for more information. - Bird Dog Field Trials: Permit required from the Hammond Field Office. Horseback Riding: Self-clearing permit required. Organized trail rides prohibited. Riding allowed only on designated roads and trails (See WMA Map). Horses and mules are specifically prohibited during turkey and gun season for deer EXCEPT as allowed for bird dog field trials. No horses or mules on green planted areas. Horse-drawn conveyances are prohibited. AREA CLOSED: Closed to all hunters Nov. 7-8 EXCEPT for youth and physically challenged hunters. Physically Challenged Wheelchair-Confined Deer Hunting Area: Access restricted. Check WMA map for locations and call Hammond office for details and applications. Hunting by reservation for wheelchair confined PCHP permittees only." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p68", "printed_page": 68, "pdf_page": 70, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "SHERBURNE", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "11,800", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "SHERBURNE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SHERBURNE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SHERBURNE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth and Physically Challenged (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1. ALL OTHER SEASONS C", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SHERBURNE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-28, mandatory deer check. 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Non-toxic shot only within waterfowl impoundments. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Nov. 1 - Feb. 28, EXCEPT CLOSED during any gun deer season (modern or primitive firearms). OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. On that portion designated as Small", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-05", "end": "2026-12-06", "raw": "Dec. 5-6" }, { "start": "2026-11-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Nov. 1 - Feb. 28" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "SHERBURNE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Sept. 12-27 and Jan. 11 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-12", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 12-27" }, { "start": "2027-01-11", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 11 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "SHERBURNE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Crawfishing", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 15 - July 31. Crawfish harvest limited to 100 pounds per person per day. No traps or nets left overnight. No motorized water craft allowed on farm complexes.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-15", "end": "2027-07-31", "raw": "March 15 - July 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. South Farm: No hunting allowed on South Farm EXCEPT lottery hunts and EXCEPT open migratory game bird hunting is allowed during early teal season, statewide youth waterfowl seasons, and any open goose seasons that occur after the close of Duck Season. Physically Challenged Deer and Waterfowl Hunting Areas: Access restricted. Call the Lafayette Field Office for details. Hunting by reservation for wheelchair confined PCHP permittees only. Same hunting seasons listed below. Bird Dog Training Area: Open to bird dog training year-round EXCEPT CLOSED during either-sex modern firearm hunts for deer and opening weekend of first and second segments of dove season. Contact the Lafayette Field Office (337-262-2080) for more information. AREA CLOSED: Closed Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 to all hunters, EXCEPT youth and physically challenged deer hunters.", "Turkey: CLOSED", "Quail: CLOSED" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "SODA LAKE", "owner": "Caddo Levee District", "acres": "1,191", "office": "", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "SODA LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "SODA LAKE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "WMA. - Portion East of Twelve Mile Bayou", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside, EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Dec. 19 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Motorized vehicles allowed on designated trails. Bicycles allowed. Vehicle parking allowed only in designated parking areas. That portion west of Twelve Mile Bayou closed to fishing Oct. 1 - March 31." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "SPRING BAYOU", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "12,506", "office": "Lafayette Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 10", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2027-01-10", "raw": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 10" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Jan. 11-17", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-11", "end": "2027-01-17", "raw": "Jan. 11-17" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 17-18", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-17", "end": "2027-04-18", "raw": "April 17-18" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT SMALL GAME CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 and Nov. 27-29, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Jan. 18 - Feb. 28. WATERFOWL to remain open during either sex firearms hunts for deer. -", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2027-01-18", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 18 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Youth", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Squirrel Hunt", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Sept. 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-26", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Sept. 12-27 and Jan. 18 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-09-12", "end": "2026-09-27", "raw": "Sept. 12-27" }, { "start": "2027-01-18", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 18 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "SPRING BAYOU", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Crawfish", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 15 - July 31. 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AREA CLOSED: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1 to all hunters EXCEPT Youth Hunters.", "Commercial Fishing: Gill and trammel nets 3.5 inches and greater, allowed from close of waterfowl seasons to last day of February, via permit only, issued from the Lafayette Field Office." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p69", "printed_page": 69, "pdf_page": 71, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "TANGIPAHOA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD", "owner": "Tangipahoa Parish School Board", "acres": "1,643", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Turkey", "area": "TANGIPAHOA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 26-27", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-26", "end": "2027-03-27", "raw": "March 26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "TANGIPAHOA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. 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No horseback riding during gun season for deer or turkey. ATVs/UTVs are prohibited EXCEPT as otherwise specified.", "Deer: Same as outside, still hunt only." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "WALNUT HILL", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "595", "office": "Lake Charles Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Small Game", "area": "WALNUT HILL", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9, with or without dogs. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Jan. 2 - Feb. 28. 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Nov. 29 and Dec. 5-13 & 26-27, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-28", "raw": "Nov. 27-28" }, { "start": "2026-11-29", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 29" }, { "start": "2026-12-05", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 5-13" }, { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2026-12-27", "raw": "26-27" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "THISTLETHWAITE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 28 - Jan. 10, self-clearing permit.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-28", "end": "2027-01-10", "raw": "Dec. 28 - Jan. 10" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "THISTLETHWAITE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Nov. 14-15 and Jan. 11-17", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-14", "end": "2026-11-15", "raw": "Nov. 14-15" }, { "start": "2027-01-11", "end": "2027-01-17", "raw": "Jan. 11-17" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Small Game", "area": "THISTLETHWAITE", "area_type": "wma", "method": "and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside EXCEPT WATERFOWL CLOSED after 12 noon, and EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 5-13 & 26-27, and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 1-9. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Feb. 1-28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" }, { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-05", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 5-13" }, { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2026-12-27", "raw": "26-27" }, { "start": "2027-05-01", "end": "2027-05-09", "raw": "May 1-9" }, { "start": "2027-02-01", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Feb. 1-28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. All motorized vehicles restricted to improved roads only. All users must enter and leave through Main Gate only. Restricted Area: Small game hunting allowed with shotgun only loaded with shot no larger than BB lead or F steel. Deer hunting allowed by archery only. AREA CLOSED: Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, EXCEPT to Youth Deer Hunters." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "WEST BAY", "owner": "Manulife Investment Management, Roy O. 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Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting from Nov. 1 - Feb. 28, EXCEPT CLOSED during any gun deer season (modern or primitive firearms). 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Limited Use Area: Small game same as outside EXCEPT shotgun only. Deer hunting restricted to archery ONLY. See WMA map for specific location. PCHP Limited Use Area (PCHP Wheelchair Bound Hunting Area): Access restricted. Check WMA map for location and call Lake Charles or Baton Rouge office for details and applications. Hunting by reservation for wheelchair confined PCHP permittees only. Same deer season as listed below. AREA CLOSED: Oct. 24-25, to all EXCEPT youth and physically challenged deer hunters." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "TUNICA HILLS", "owner": "LDWF", "acres": "5,906", "office": "Hammond Office", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "TUNICA HILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1-15 and Feb. 1-15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2026-10-15", "raw": "Oct. 1-15" }, { "start": "2027-02-01", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Feb. 1-15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "TUNICA HILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "TUNICA HILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 7-8", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-07", "end": "2026-11-08", "raw": "Nov. 7-8" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "TUNICA HILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Primitive Firearms (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 12-20", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" }, { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-20", "raw": "Dec. 12-20" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Turkey", "area": "TUNICA HILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Turkey", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "April 3-11", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-04-03", "end": "2027-04-11", "raw": "April 3-11" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Youth", "area": "TUNICA HILLS", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Lottery", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "March 27-28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-03-27", "end": "2027-03-28", "raw": "March 27-28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Self-Clearing Permit required for all activities. Camping limited to tents only in designated area. Refer to WMA map. AREA CLOSED: Nov. 7-8, to all users EXCEPT youth deer hunters, and CLOSED to all users Friday through Sunday before opening day of statewide turkey season EXCEPT youth hunters, and remained CLOSED through the first nine days of the statewide turkey season EXCEPT for turkey hunters." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p70", "printed_page": 70, "pdf_page": 72, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "USACE - OLD RIVER CONTROL & LOCK AREA", "owner": "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "acres": "2,699", "office": "within Pointe Coupee, West Feliciana and Concordia parishes", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - OLD RIVER CONTROL & LOCK AREA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-01", "end": "2027-01-31", "raw": "Oct. 1 - Jan. 31" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - OLD RIVER CONTROL & LOCK AREA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Muzzleloader - Blackpowder Only (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Dec. 12-13", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-12", "end": "2026-12-13", "raw": "Dec. 12-13" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - OLD RIVER CONTROL & LOCK AREA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Shotgun (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - OLD RIVER CONTROL & LOCK AREA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Shotgun (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 3", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-26", "end": "2027-01-03", "raw": "Dec. 26 - Jan. 3" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "", "area": "USACE - OLD RIVER CONTROL & LOCK AREA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Small Game, Migratory Game Birds and Waterfowl", "restriction": "", "raw_dates": "Same as outside, EXCEPT hunting waterfowl after 12 noon prohibited, waterfowl hunting on Keller\u2019s Lake same as outside EXCEPT prohibited on Sun, Mon, Wed and Fri, no firearms larger than .22 caliber rimfire, and EXCEPT hunting squirrel and rabbit with dogs allowed Nov. 30 - Dec. 11 and Jan. 4 - Feb. 28.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-30", "end": "2026-12-11", "raw": "Nov. 30 - Dec. 11" }, { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Raccoon", "area": "USACE - OLD RIVER CONTROL & LOCK AREA", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Raccoon (nighttime)", "restriction": "nighttime", "raw_dates": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2027-01-04", "end": "2027-02-28", "raw": "Jan. 4 - Feb. 28" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Additional permit required and posted restrictions apply for all persons regardless of age. Permits must be signed prior to hunting any game and must be carried at all times while in the field. To obtain a permit: - see brown box in front of Old River campground for Old River Hunting and Trail Guide 2026-2027 - visit the Old River website www.mvn.usace.army.mil/Missions/ Recreation/Old-River-Control - phone 225-492-2169 All hunting shall be still hunting only, except as otherwise specified.", "Turkey: CLOSED", "Hogs, Coyote, Beaver and Nutria: May be taken incidental to any hunt with weapons legal for that hunt" ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "BARATARIA PRESERVE", "owner": "National Park Service, Crown Point", "acres": "22,200", "office": "within Jefferson Parish", "seasons": [], "rules": [ "Additional Permit and regulations apply. Contact Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve at 504-689-3690 ext. 18 or www.nps.gov/ jela/learn/management/barataria-preserve-hunting-and-trapping. htm for additional information." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "name": "USACE - BONNET CARRE SPILLWAY", "owner": "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers", "acres": "7,623", "office": "within St. Charles Parish", "seasons": [ { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - BONNET CARRE SPILLWAY", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Archery (either-sex, EXCEPT during bucks only seasons)", "restriction": "either-sex, EXCEPT during bucks only seasons", "raw_dates": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-16", "end": "2027-02-15", "raw": "Oct. 16 - Feb. 15" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - BONNET CARRE SPILLWAY", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Shotgun (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Nov. 27-29", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-11-27", "end": "2026-11-29", "raw": "Nov. 27-29" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - BONNET CARRE SPILLWAY", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Shotgun (bucks only)", "restriction": "bucks only", "raw_dates": "Dec. 19 - Jan. 3", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-12-19", "end": "2027-01-03", "raw": "Dec. 19 - Jan. 3" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } }, { "species": "Deer", "area": "USACE - BONNET CARRE SPILLWAY", "area_type": "wma", "method": "Gun Youth (either-sex)", "restriction": "either-sex", "raw_dates": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1. Additional permit required from Spillway office.", "date_ranges": [ { "start": "2026-10-31", "end": "2026-11-01", "raw": "Oct. 31 - Nov. 1" } ], "daily_bag": "", "possession_limit": "", "notes": "", "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ], "rules": [ "Additional permit required and posted restrictions apply for all persons regardless of age. Permits must be signed prior to hunting any game and must be carried at all times while in the field. For more information, see bulletin boards on-site, visit the project website at www.mvn.usace. army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Bonnet-Carre-Spillway, or contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bonnet Carre Spillway Project Office at 985-764-7484 for more information. All hunting shall be still hunting only, EXCEPT as otherwise specified. Deer and hog dogs prohibited year-round. The use and/or possession of firearms is prohibited in the ARCHERY- ONLY area. Baiting or hunting over bait for any species is prohibited. The use and/or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited while in possession of a firearm. Motorized Vehicles and All-Terrain Vehicles: all motorized vehicles, including automobiles, ATVs and motorcycles are restricted to designated roads and trails. ATVs must be operated under a valid permit from Spillway Office, be brought in to the area by vehicle or trailer, off loaded in parking areas and may only be operated on designated trails. Vehicles must park in designated parking areas. Blocking gates or roads with a vehicle or ATV is prohibited. ATVs are not allowed off designated trails. The use of ATVs outside of the ATV area without a permit is strictly prohibited, NO EXCEPTIONS! Designated trails are open from 4 a.m. until two hours after sunset. Firearms: The possession of firearms, ammunition, loaded projectile firing devices, bows and arrows, crossbows, or other weapons are prohibited except during designated area hunts. Hunters must have firearms unloaded at all times while traveling within the area by motor vehicle, ATV, horse, bicycle and while in a vessel under mechanical power. Loaded weapons are not allowed within 100 feet of designated ATV trails, foot trails, and roads; or within 100 yards of designated parking areas or the Bonnet Carre Spillway Structure. Loaded is defined as shells or cartridges in the gun\u2019s chamber, magazine, cylinder or clip when attached to firearms or crossbows cocked and in the ready position, or caps on muzzleloader. All users EXCEPT waterfowl hunters and mourning dove hunters must display a total of 400 square inches of \u201cHunter Orange\u201d and wear a \u201cHunter Orange\u201d cap during the open gun hunts for deer. Hunter orange must be worn the entire time while in the field." ], "provenance": { "source_id": "hunting", "edition": "2026-2027", "anchor": "hunting/2026-2027/p74", "printed_page": 74, "pdf_page": 76, "source_sha256": "2f674c0e64c594cd19003acc2c2006bb46111ad2f04eabab309d4779059946ed", "retrieved_at": "2026-08-05T19:26:41+00:00" } } ]