2022 LOUISIANA

1 LOUISIANARECREATIONAL FISHING REGULATIONSI ncluded inside: NEW License Fee information beginning June 1, 2022 Some discounts, coverages, payment plans, and features are not available in all states, in all GEICO companies, or in all situations. Boat and PWC coverages are underwritten by GEICO. GEICO is a registered service mark of Government Employees Insurance Company, Washington, DC 20076; a Berkshire Hathaway Inc. subsidiary. 2021 GEICO. 21_5507299281 Switch to GEICO and see how easy it could be to save money on boat insurance. Simply visit to get | 1-800-865-4846 | Local OfficeCONTENTS10. DEFINITIONS12. GENERAL FISHING INFORMATION14. FRESHWATER FISHING19. SALTWATER FISHING27. OTHER RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES33. WMA & REFUGE REGULATIONS39. BOATING SAFETY40. FISH CONSUMPTION ADVISORIESC ontact State Creel & Size State Creel & Size & LICENSING & NEW LICENSING INFORMATIONDISCLAIMERThis publication is not an official copy of the laws in effect and should not be utilized or relied upon as such.

2 It does represent an attempt by the publish-er to present, as a public service, a partial summary of the laws in effect at the time of the printing of this publication. Substantive changes to the law may very well occur following the printing of this publication. For these reasons, the accuracy of the information contained within this publication cannot be guaranteed and the reader is cautioned that it is his/her responsibility to apprise himself of the laws in effect at any given time. These laws include those contained within Revised Statutes, particularly Title 56, the official regulations of the LOUISIANA wildlife and fisheries Commission, federal laws and any local or parish ordinances. Contact your local LDWF Enforcement Agent for specific of the department of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination in departmental federally assisted programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or handicap.

3 Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility oper-ated by a recipient of federal assistance should write to: Director, Office for Equal Opportunity, department of the Interior, Washington public document was published at a total cost of $29,700. 200,000 copies of this public document were published in the first printing at a cost of $29,700. This document was published by Griffin Publishing, 33 Main St, North Adams, MA 01247 for the LOUISIANA department of wildlife and fisheries to provide regulations on the 2022 fishing season. This material was printed in accordance with the standards for printing by state agencies established pursuant to 43:31. Printing of this material was purchased in accordance with the provisions of Title 43 of the LOUISIANA Revised Statutes. For advertising inquiries call (413) of the department of the Interior and department of Commerce strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination in departmental federally assist-ed programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap.

4 Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility operated by a recipient of federal assistance should write to: Director, Office for Equal Opportunity, department of the Interior, Washington ARE REMINDED TO: Clean out truck beds and refrain from throwing cigarette butts or other trash out of the car or watercraft. Carry a trash bag in your car or boat. Securely cover trash containers to prevent animals from spreading litter. LITTERCall the state s Litterbug Hotline to report any potential littering violations including dumpsites and littering in public. Those convicted of littering face hefty fines and litter abatement work.(Littering is a violation of :2531 et seq.)1-888-LITRBUGDON TCover Photo: Marley James Douget on a fishing trip at Miller s Lake in August 2020. - Photo by Craig A. Durbin22022 Recreational Fishing RegulationsLDWF MISSION STATEMENTTo manage, conserve, and promote wise utilization of LOUISIANA s renewable fish and wildlife resources and their supporting habitats through replenishment, protection, enhancement, research, development, and education for the social and economic benefit of current and future generations; to provide opportunities for knowledge of and use and enjoyment of these resources; and to promote a safe and healthy en-vironment for the users of the resourcesWILDLIFE AND fisheries COMMISSIONJ erri G.

5 Smitko, chairmanWilliam J. Joe McPherson, vice-chairmanWilliam D. Bill HoganAndrew BlanchardDusty J. GuidryAlfred R. Al SunseriHarlie E. Gene ReynoldsJohn Bel Edwards, GovernorJack Montoucet, SecretaryRobert Shadoin, Deputy Secretary Bryan McClinton, UndersecretaryRandy Myers, Assistant SecretaryPatrick Banks, Assistant SecretaryScott Longman, Deputy Assistant SecretaryLOUISIANA department OF wildlife & Box 980002000 Quail DriveBaton Rouge, LA 70898225-765-2800 DIVISION ADMINISTRATORSJ ason Froeba, FisheriesKenny Ribbeck, WildlifeCol. Chad Hebert, EnforcementFor updated information and the latest regulations visit us online at STOP POACHINGREPORT GAME VIOLATIONSO peration Game Thief1-800-442-251124 hours a day - 7 days a weekINFORMATION HOTLINE1-800-256-2749 MAJOR CHANGES FOR 2022 MARINE FISHERIESP lease refer to the LDWF website for current information: A Notice of Intent to change the ROLP age to 18 and older will go before the wildlife and fisheries Commission in December 2021.

6 Please check our website for updates to this rule: 2. During 2021, the use of recreational crab traps will be prohibited in designated derelict crab trap cleanup areas. Please check our web-site for the most recent During the 2019 legislative session, language was amended regarding the placement of escape rings in crab regulations appear in red text throughout the Starting June 1, 2022, license prices and structure will change. There are many references to these changes throughout the book (new chart is in the Licensing section). Changes will be in bold italic red time you purchase a fi shing license or register your boat, a portion of the proceeds go toward preserving our nation s coastlines, lakes, rivers and streams. Protecting our memories on the water for generations to come. THE SIMPLE ACT OF FISHING, PRESERVES more at more at 12/4/11 9:53 Valid to fish from a charter vessel in saltwater areas of the state, with a licensed guide on board at all Valid to fish under the direction of a charter operation in a licensed charter skiff in saltwater areas of the Sportsman s Paradise License: Includes Basic and Saltwater Fishing, Basic and Big Game Hunting, Bow, Primitive Firearms, Turkey, LA Duck and WMA Hunting Permit, and all recreational gear licenses (EXCEPT recreational trawls greater than 16 feet in length).

7 4 Senior Fish/Hunt License: Any resident who reached age 60 on June 1, 2000 or later must obtain a Senior Hunt/Fish License to hunt or fish. This license is in lieu of basic and saltwater fishing, basic hunting, big game, bow, primitive firearms, LA duck license, turkey stamp and WMA hunting permit. It does not include special gear such as trawls, crab traps, crawfish traps, hoop nets, etc. 5 NR Student: Applies to a nonresident who is enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college, university or high school that has a physical campus in LOUISIANA . Verification of full-time status on the department form available at Any person fishing under a student license must carry valid student ID card indicating current full time status while hunting or LA Disabled Fishing and Saltwater: See page Recreational Offshore Landing Permit (ROLP): See page Purple Heart Recipient Fishing Gear Fees: Act 411 of the 2020 Regular Legislative session created gear licenses for Purple Heart recipients.

8 Any person, whether a resident or non-resident, who has been awarded a Purple Heart shall be issued gear licenses at the resident Recreational wire and hoop nets shall be used only in the geographical areas of the state designated as freshwater (see page 13).Lifetime fishing licenses include both freshwater and saltwater licenses are available from Baton Rouge office only. Allow three weeks processing time. Applicants are required to have lived in LOUISIANA for the immediate 6 months prior to making application to qualify for resident rates. Mandatory documents required for applicants age 18 and older are a valid LA driver s license issued a minimum of 6 months and one of the following:1. LOUISIANA voter s registration card 2. LOUISIANA vehicle registration or 3. Two previous year s state tax filing, stamped by department of Revenue and Taxation.(Applications available at or by calling 225-765-2887) Mandatory paperwork for applicants age 17 and under is the following.

9 Original or certified copy of the birth certificate Copy of both parents driver s licensesLIFETIME LICENSESRECREATIONAL FISHING FEESR esidentNon-ResidentBasic Fishing Season$ $ License (Basic Fishing required)$ $ Fish Trip - 1 day$ Trip - 1 day$ and Line (cane pole)$ Passenger License (3-day)1$ $ Skiff (3-day)2$ Sportsman's Paradise License3$ Fish/Hunt4 (born between June 1, 1940 and May 31, 1962)$ Fish/Hunt4 (born before June 1, 1940)No License RequiredNon-Resident Student Basic Fishing5$ Student Saltwater Fishing (Basic Fishing required)5$ Disabled Basic Fishing6$ Disabled Saltwater6$ Landing Permit7 FreeFreeMILITARY RECREATIONAL FISHING FEESR esidentNon-ResidentActive Military Basic Fishing$ $ Military Saltwater$ $ LA National Guard Fish/Hunt$ Retired Military Hunt/Fish$ Surviving Spouse Killed in Action Fish$ Heart Basic Fishing$ $ Heart Saltwater$ $ GEAR8 Crab Traps (limit 10)$ $ Traps (limit 5)$ $ - up to 16 feet$ $ - 16 feet to 25 feet$ $ Tong (per tong)$ $ Traps (limit 35)$ $ (limit 5)$ $ (limit 5)$ $ Nets (limit 5)9$ $ Nets (limit 5)9$ $ LICENSE FEESL ifetime Fishing (5-13 years old)$200 Lifetime Fishing (14 years and older)$300 Lifetime Hunt/Fish (0-4 years old)$200 Lifetime Hunt/Fish (5-13 years old)$300 Lifetime Hunt/Fish (14 years and older)$500NR Lifetime Hunt/Fish$3,000 Lifetime Resident Senior Hunt/Fish (60 or older)$50 Lifetime Fishing Gear10 times annual fee per gear typeFollowing Licensing information valid ONLY UNTIL MAY 31, 2022(Licenses purchased prior to June 1, 2022 will only be valid until June 30, 2022)62022 Recreational Fishing RegulationsFollowing Licensing information valid FROM JUNE 1, 2022 AND AFTER(Licenses purchased on or after June 1, 2022 will be valid for one year from the day of purchase)

10 LICENSING1 Allows using a pole or hook and line without a reel and without artificial bait or any of the following: dip nets, landing nets, minnow traps, crab nets or crab lines2 Valid to fish from a charter vessel in saltwater areas of the state, with a licensed guide on board at all Sportsman s Paradise License: Includes Basic and Saltwater Fishing, Basic and Big Game Hunting, Bow, Primitive Firearms, Turkey, LA Duck and WMA Hunting Permit, and all recreational gear licenses (EXCEPT recreational trawls greater than 16 feet in length).4 Senior Fish/Hunt License: Any resident who reached age 60 on June 1, 2000 or later must obtain a Senior Hunt/Fish License to hunt or fish. This license is in lieu of basic and saltwater fishing, basic hunting, big game, bow, primitive firearms, LA duck license, turkey stamp and WMA hunting permit. It includes all gear. 5 Disabled/Special Needs and Disabled Veterans: See page Recreational Offshore Landing Permit (ROLP): See page Student: Applies to a nonresident who is enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college, university or high school that has a physical campus in LOUISIANA .