Louisiana Wildlife Agency Hosts Reptile and Amphibian Hunting Seminar

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is hosting a free seminar on March 14 at the Woodworth Education Center to teach hunters how to accurately identify common local snakes, turtles, lizards, frogs, salamanders, and alligators found in the state's forests and bottomlands. The course will also cover topics like venomous snake identification, habitat overlap, and seasonal wildlife activity patterns to help hunters become more confident, informed, and conservation-minded outdoorsmen.

Why it matters

With the amount of time hunters spend in the woods, a firm understanding of the reptiles and amphibians that occupy the same habitats can help improve hunter safety, wildlife conservation efforts, and overall outdoor experiences.

The details

The seminar will begin with a classroom presentation followed by a guided nature walk where participants can practice identification skills and observe wildlife signs in the field. The goal is to reinforce habitat awareness that is useful while hunting.

• The seminar will be held on March 14, 2026 at the Woodworth Education Center.