Enjoy a Free Day of Outdoor Fun at Bayou Bodcau on September 27

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry recently proclaimed September 27 as National Hunting and Fishing Day in Louisiana.

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To celebrate the occasion, you and the kids will want to make plans to join the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries for the 2025 National Hunting and Fishing Day Festival on Saturday, September 27th, from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm, at Bayou Bodcau Dam and Reservoir, 651 Bodcau Dam Rd, Haughton, LA.

The event is completely FREE to attend and includes fun and informative exhibits on LDWF’s research and conservation efforts, as well as shooting and fishing demonstrations, and many other exhibits related to outdoor adventures!

Just Look At All The All The Activities Planned For Bodcau's Big Festival

• Youth Duck Calling Contest
• Electrofishing Demonstration
• Trapping Demonstrations
• Bullfrog Catching
• Game Skinning
• BB Gun, Shotgun, Muzzle Loader, Paintball, Archery
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Bee Keeping
• Food
• Arts & Crafts
• Lifeshare Blood Drive

Alcohol is not permitted.  Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets, so they can sit back, relax, and enjoy the day.

On May 2^nd 1972, President Richard Nixon signed the first proclamation of National Hunting and Fishing Day, urging all citizens to join with outdoor sportsmen in the wise use of our natural resources.

NHFD became a tradition and is now an annual event celebrated on the fourth Saturday in September.

For more information, call 318-371-3050