LDWF Black Bear Hunt Auction Details and How to Bid

In 1988, Louisiana totally outlawed black bear hunting in the Bayou State, but through a number of conservation efforts, the population had recovered enough that in December of 2024, a limited black bear season was established.

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That initial season was such a success, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced that there would be another black bear season in 2025 with more than double the amount of permits that were issued for the 2024 season.

And now, to capitalize on the extreme popularity of this renewed effort with black bear hunting in Louisiana, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation is holding a Black Bear Hunting Auction!

The high bidder in this once-in-a-lifetime experience will receive a guided three-day hunt during the upcoming 2025 Louisiana Black Bear Season. The hunt, which will be on private land in Black Bear Management Area Four, will include lodging at Palmetto Lodge and all meals.

Proceeds from this auction will support black bear research and conservation.

For those interested, you need to hurry. Bidding ends promptly at 12:00 PM Central Time this Thursday, October 16.

Some of the terms and conditions to secure this hunt include the following:

Must be 21+ and legally eligible for a Louisiana black bear lottery hunt.
Hunt valid during the 2025 Louisiana bear season in Black Bear Management Area 4, Tensas Parish.
Package includes 3-day hunt + 2 nights lodging and meals at Palmetto Lodge.
Bear hunt will be transferred to the winner directly from donor and is nontransferable.
Bear hunting is restricted to bona fide resident hunters with valid permit, license, and hunter safety certification.
Winner must attend a department bear hunter training course prior to the hunt (no
exceptions).
Hunt must occur between December 6–21, 2025.
Winner responsible for licenses/permits and compliance with state/federal hunting laws.
LAWFF/partners not liable for accidents; waiver required.
Winning bid must be paid in full within 48 hours.
Proceeds support Louisiana black bear research.

To see more information and place your bid, go to givebutter.com

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