*2008 – 09 Alexander State Forest Hunting Seasons:

Note: From December through February all hunters must check daily with the Office of Forestry for scheduled burning activity. No hunting or other activity will be permitted in burn units the day of the burning. Call (318) 487-5172 or (318) 487-5058 for information on burning schedules. Self-Clearing Permits required for hunters only. Vehicles restricted to paved and graveled roads. No parking on or fishing or swimming from bridges. No open fires EXCEPT in recreational areas.

Physically Challenged Deer Hunting Area:

Access restricted. Check WMA map for location and call Pineville or Baton Rouge offices for details and applications. Hunting by reservation for wheelchair confined PCHP permittees only. Oct. 11-12, Nov. 1-2 & 28-30, either-sex.

Deer:

Archery: Oct. 1-Jan. 31, either-sex.
Firearms Bucks only: Nov. 28-30.
Primitive Firearms: Oct. 11-12, Nov. 1-2, either-sex. All deer must be brought to weigh station.

Small Game:

Same as outside EXCEPT CLOSED Oct. 11-12, Nov. 1-2 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 2-10, with or without dogs.

Waterfowl:

Same as outside. (Certain areas may be closed as posted).

*BayouBucks.com updates public land seasons directly from the organization responsible for its publication (LDWF, USFS, USFWS, or USACE). Although we strive to maintain timely and accurate data based on what these organizations publish, we cannot and do not guarantee it. Always check the managing organization’s pamphlet or brochure for official seasons and regulations.