Post Oak Ridge State Park Opens for Day Use
The park plans to welcome day-use visitors September 24. Advance online reservations opened September 17.
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18 linksArkansas Wildlife Weekly Fishing Report
September 17 fishing conditions and updates from Arkansas lakes, rivers and local guides.
Read at AGFC →Nonresident Deer Hunters: Buy Licenses in Advance
ODWC explains the two-day activation period for nonresident deer licenses purchased after the corresponding season opens.
Read at ODWC →New Game Wardens Assigned Across Arkansas
Eleven graduates join AGFC’s Enforcement Division after 18 weeks of training, with assignments across the state.
Read at AGFC →Archery Season to Begin Sept. 19 in Four LDWF Deer Areas
LDWF announced that archery deer hunting opens September 19 in four designated deer areas.
Read at LDWF →Agents Make Separate Alligator Harvesting Cases
LDWF enforcement agents announced separate cases involving alleged illegal alligator harvesting in South Louisiana.
Read at LDWF →More Than $690,000 Available for Conservation Education
Arkansas schools may apply through November 12 for outdoor classrooms, conservation projects, equipment and nature-center field trips.
Read at AGFC →Official Media Statement: Red Tide in the Gulf
Texas Parks and Wildlife provides an update on the reported red tide bloom along the Gulf Coast.
Read at TPWD →Inspect Treestands Now to Avoid Catastrophe
Season-opening safety guidance for Arkansas deer hunters who use elevated stands.
Read at AGFC →Monarch Tagging Activities Planned at Hackberry Flat
Public and school-group opportunities highlight the monarch’s fall migration.
Read at ODWC →Enhancing the Habitat in Your Pond
Simple, low-cost ideas for improving fish cover, spawning areas and gravel beds.
Read at ODWC →Wildlife Rehabilitation Program May Add White-Tailed Deer
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted a notice of intent to amend the program.
Find at LDWF News →Agents Issue 141 Citations During Dove Opener
LDWF enforcement reports activity from the opening weekend of the 2026–27 dove season.
Find at LDWF News →Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Seeks Nominations
Nominations for the Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame are open through November 1.
Read at TPWD →Recreational Alligator Lottery Spots Still Available
LDWF says first-come, first-served harvest opportunities remain available in eight zones.
Find at LDWF News →OLAP: More Access, More Opportunity
How Oklahoma’s public-access program can help hunters find new ground this fall.
Read at ODWC →Teal Season in Texas Commences Sept. 19
Season dates and reminders for hunters ahead of the early teal opener.
Read at TPWD →Private Lands Expo Honors Conservation Leaders
AGFC and partners recognized work improving habitat and outdoor recreation on private lands.
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Big Show Breaks Down the Pro Circuit Championship
Terry Scroggins previews the championship on Florida’s Kissimmee Chain.
Read at Major League Fishing → Wheeler Faces High Expectations at The ChampionsJacob Wheeler looks ahead to The Champions tournament on Old Hickory Lake.
Read at Major League Fishing → Championship Anglers Weigh Kissimmee Against TohoCompetitors compare their options on the Kissimmee Chain before the Pro Circuit Championship.
Read at Major League Fishing → Predicting the 2026 Elite QualifiersBassmaster writers make their picks for anglers pursuing a place in the 2027 Elite Series.
Read at Bassmaster → September Waterfowl Survey: Blue-Winged Teal Below AverageLDWF’s survey estimated 73,000 blue-winged teal in coastal Louisiana and the Little River Basin, down 28% from 2025.
Read at Louisiana Sportsman → MLF Unveils Enhanced 2027 Toyota SeriesThe 2027 circuit adds solo competition, four geographic divisions, larger payouts and events with and without forward-facing sonar.
Read at Major League Fishing → Hackney: A New Approach for Next SeasonLouisiana pro Greg Hackney plans more preseason scouting after reflecting on a challenging Elite Series season.
Read at Bassmaster → Cortiana Eyes a Storybook Season FinaleKyle Cortiana looks to turn his Florida experience into a breakthrough at the Pro Circuit Championship on the Kissimmee Chain.
Read at Major League Fishing → Student Anglers Take on High School Combine ChallengesStudent anglers demonstrated their skills and connected with college fishing programs at the sixth annual combine.
Read at Bassmaster → Three Tips for Learning Forward-Facing SonarJohn Crews shares advice for getting started, from finding stationary targets to tracking moving fish.
Read at Bassmaster → Hiring a Professional Dog TrainerWhat to consider when choosing professional training for your hunting dog.
Read at Louisiana Sportsman → Major League Fishing Expands into South AmericaMLF Brazil will debut in Amazonas in 2027 and expand toward a nationwide tournament network through 2030.
Read at MLF → Six Sleepers for the Pro Circuit ChampionshipSix lightly selected anglers could outperform expectations during the September 18–20 championship on the Kissimmee Chain.
Read at MLF → Picking Up the Pieces from the Elite Series FinaleBassmaster examines major 2027 storylines, including the AOY race, returning anglers, the new schedule and early Classic favorites.
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