The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is accepting applications for its youth lottery hunts, targeting deer and waterfowl on Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. Young hunters aged 10 to 17 can apply until August 31 for deer hunts and until September 30 for waterfowl hunts, providing a unique opportunity for youth to engage in outdoor recreation and conservation efforts.
Each lottery application comes with a $5 fee and an additional $3.50 transaction fee, as paper submissions will not be accepted. Interested applicants can find the necessary resources and guidelines on the LDWF website to ensure they meet the requirements, including the need for a WMA Access Permit or other qualifying licenses. This initiative not only promotes hunting as a beloved tradition in Louisiana but also fosters a greater appreciation for wildlife conservation among young residents.
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