State: LA
From New Opportunities to Decades Old Traditions, Bear Hunting Remains a Staple Among Hunters in the Southeast
Why It Matters: Black bears present hunters with the opportunity to get afield in pursuit of one of the most storied big game animals in the country, both past and present. Simultaneously, black bear hunters generate valuable conservation funding dollars through the “user pays – public benefits” structure of the American System of Conservation Funding…
Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission Advances NOI to Reduce Menhaden Harvest Buffer
Why It Matters: Menhaden are a critical part of the coastal ecosystem, serving as an important forage food for many recreationally important species such as redfish, speckled trout, and others. It’s also a critically important resource for the commercial fishing industry in Louisiana. Over the years, there have been growing concerns by the recreational fishing community…
Black Bear Seasons Generating Valuable Conservation Funding in Florida and Louisiana
Why It Matters: Louisiana and Florida are two of the most recent states to re-establish hunting seasons on black bears. While hunters cannot just go and buy tags or permits over the counter, they are throwing their names into the proverbial hat (lottery system) in hopes of drawing tags. Hunters are not the only ones…
Dedicated Funding for Conservation Efforts in the South
Why It Matters: For over 80 years, sportsmen and women have been the primary funders of conservation in North America. The “user pays – public benefits” structure of the American System of Conservation Funding (ASCF) relies on those who consumptively use the resource to pay for the privilege to do so. Today, most state fish…
The “Sportsman’s Paradise” Continues to Produce both Regulatory and Legislative Successes
Why It Matters: The “Sportsman’s Paradise” has seen several different pieces of legislation and regulations cross the finish line thus far in 2025. From committing funding to revitalize one of the most historic waterfowl hunting areas in the state, to incentivizing private landowners to enhance wildlife habitat, expanding black bear hunting opportunities, modernizing primitive firearms…
CSF Supports White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area Revitalization
Why It Matters: The White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area (WLWCA) spans over 71,000 acres and has long been considered one of the most important areas in North America for wintering waterfowl and an important destination for sportsmen and women. Over the years, the WLWCA has been without adequate funding to repair and maintain critical infrastructure, such…
One CSF Priority Enacted, Another on the Move in Louisiana
Why It Matters: Louisiana becomes the latest state to recognize the advancements in muzzleloading technology, such as the Firestick, that have enhanced the safety and reliability of traditional muzzleloading firearms. With a new method of take opportunity on the table, hunters in the Sportsmen’s Paradise will have expanded access to pursue our time-honored traditions. Additionally, on the…