*2008-2009 Bens Creek WMA Hunting Seasons:
Note: Area Closed Nov. 1-2, to all hunters EXCEPT youth and handicapped deer hunters.
Deer:
Archery: Oct. 1-Jan. 31, either-sex.
Youth & Handicapped: Nov. 1-2, either-sex.
Firearms Either-sex: Nov. 28, Daily Permit. Nov. 29-30, Dec. 6-12 & 20-26, Self-clearing Permit.
Firearms Bucks only: Dec. 27-Jan. 11.
Primitive Firearms: Dec. 13-19 and Jan. 12-18, either-sex.
Small Game & Waterfowl:
Same as outside, EXCEPT CLOSED Nov. 1-2 & 28-30, Dec. 6-12 & 20-26. Beagles allowed for rabbits and dogs allowed for squirrel hunting Jan. 19-Feb. 28 and OPEN to squirrel hunting during the spring season, May 2-10, with or without dogs.
Raccoon (Nighttime):
Jan. 19-Feb. 28.
Unmarked Hogs:
May be taken by properly licensed hunters from Oct. 1-Feb. 28.
*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.








