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LATEST LWF NEWS:

LWF Honors 2025’s Youth Hunters of the Year

Press Release: Louisiana Wildlife Federation Joins Lawsuit to Take ‘God Squad’ to Court

What Is the “God Squad” and Why It Matters for Louisiana’s Gulf Waters

Proposed Changes to Wildlife and Fisheries Commission Raise Questions About Balance and Independence

Pipeline Liability Bills Undermine Accountability and Threaten Louisiana Lands

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LWF Joins Lawsuit to TAKE "God SQUAD" To Court

The Endangered Species Act (ESA), passed in 1973, is one of the most important conservation laws in the United States. A rarely used provision of that law, often referred to as the “God Squad”, is drawing renewed attention, and it could have real implications for Louisiana’s coast, fisheries, and wildlife. 
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Lights OUT LOUISIANA

Over one million birds migrate through Louisiana at night during spring migration season. 
 
You can help protect migrating birds by turning off your lights during peak migration nights and by applying bird safe window treatments. 
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Catahoula Lake Update

LWF continues to monitor and respond to legal decisions, habitat management needs, and public access concerns

Legal Brief

Conservation Leadership Corps Applications are now open

Are you an undergraduate student interested in learning about conservation advocacy, policy, and the decision-making process? Applications are open until May 10th. 

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Coastal Restoration Progress in Trouble?

Cancelling both sediment diversion projects is a loss for coastal restoration and project funding

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A Leader In Wildlife Conservation For More Than 80 Years

join us to protect our natural resources for future generations

LWF represents a broad constituency of conservationists including hunters, anglers, campers, birders, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts who believe in constructive  conservation and protection of our state's natural resources and the quality of the environment.

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OUR PRINCIPLES

  • Conserve Louisiana’s natural resources with emphasis on wildlife and their habitats
  • Engage outdoor enthusiasts who reflect the unique diversity of Louisiana
  • Advance sound, scientifically established resource management principles
  • Promote conservation management and policies through education and advocacy

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Tunica Coloring Book of Animals

LWF and the Tunica-Biloxi collaborated to present this coloring book to help reawaken the Tunica Language. Illustrations feature native Louisiana wildlife and traditional Tunica words.

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Biloxi Coloring Book of Animals

LWF and the Tunica-Biloxi collaborated to present this coloring book to help reawaken the Biloxi Language. Illustrations feature native Louisiana wildlife and traditional Biloxi words.

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