Pheasant Numbers Stable but Below Long-Term Average
ODWC releases its 2026 pheasant outlook.
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ODWC examines the weather impacts on quail surveys.
Read at ODWC →Hunters and Arkansas State Partner on Deer Management
A partnership connects deer management with efforts to fight food insecurity.
Read at AGFC →Applications Open for TPWD Cadet Class
Applications for the 70th law enforcement cadet class close December 31.
Read at TPWD →Texas Retires 46 Commercial Oyster Licenses
TPWD reports results from its tenth oyster license buyback round.
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Louisiana Sportsman shares commercial license and boat registration service information.
Read at Louisiana Sportsman →Arkansas Wildlife Weekly Fishing Report
The October 29 lake and river fishing report from AGFC.
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AGFC announces deer camp opportunities for beginning women hunters.
Read at AGFC →Waterfowl Hunters Asked to Help Stop Invasive Species
TPWD asks hunters to help protect Texas waterways and habitat.
Read at TPWD →Giant Salvinia Found in Millwood Lake Tributary
AGFC reports the invasive plant near this southwest Arkansas fishery.
Read at AGFC →LDWF Announces Electronic Trip Ticket Changes
Louisiana Sportsman reports that the existing PC system will end December 31.
Read at Louisiana Sportsman →Fall Bass Fishing at Caney Lake
Louisiana Sportsman explores finding shad and fall bass with guide Jake Ormond.
Read at Louisiana Sportsman →2026–27 WMA Waterfowl Forecast
Louisiana Sportsman previews duck hunting on wildlife management areas.
Read at Louisiana Sportsman →Deer Hunters Reminded to Review CWD Zone Rules
Louisiana Sportsman shares LDWF’s reminder to review management-zone regulations.
Read at Louisiana Sportsman →Watch for Deer Along Roadways
ODWC reminds drivers to stay alert for deer.
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