LDWF Press Release – Page 34 – The Times of Houma/Thibodaux

June 30, 2023

LDWF Agents Participating in Operation Dry Water This Weekend July 1-3

Nationwide, alcohol is the leading known contributing factor in fatal boating incidents causing 16 percent of all deaths on the water. Louisiana had 29 boating fatalities in 2022, with alcohol playing a role in five fatalities or 17 percent.

July 4, 2023

LDWF 365-day Hunting and Fishing Licenses May Only be Renewed at Expiration

LDWF reminds sportsman that hunting and fishing licenses may only be renewed once your current license has expired. To avoid interruption, sign up for the license auto-renewal program.

July 7, 2023

LDWF Agents Arrest 12 Subjects for DWI on the Water During Operation Dry Water Weekend

In support of Operation Dry Water, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Enforcement Division arrested 12 boaters statewide for alleged driving or operating a vessel while intoxicated (DWI) from July 1 to July 3.

July 8, 2023

LWF Commission Adopted a Notice of Intent to Modify Red Drum Size and Bag Limits

The proposed changes result from biological data that indicate the red drum stock is experiencing overfishing resulting in an escapement rate below the 30 percent minimum limit, leading to a declining biomass.