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BIN THERE HUNTING

Our guided duck and goose hunts are over flooded rice fields in pit blinds.

The special goose conservation season opens up between the first and second split of duck seasons, and opens up again in the beginning of February and runs until March. There is no limit on how many geese you can bag. In addition to our guided hunts and the hunting available on our preserve, we also have target-shooting areas with safety equipment provided. We provide trained and experienced dogs and handlers for all hunts.

Come hunting for a day or make a weekend of it. Our hunting lodges are comfortable and only $50 per person, including meals. If you don’t need meals they are only $25 per person, and we can accommodate up to 20 people. Or hook up your RV for only $20 and be your own hunting lodge.

Take advantage of our stocked fishing pond where you can catch bass, catfish, and white perch. Our locally owned and operated preserve has been here for 10 years, and our experienced and knowledgeable guides have been hunting for a lifetime.

We guarantee the best prices in the area! Toll Free: (888) 507-9288

For more information please visit his website: www.bintherehunting.com

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CHARLIE LEDOUX’S GUIDED VENTURES

Guided Ventures in Lake Charles, Louisiana, provides guided hunting trips along the Bayou River and swamps.

With more than 35 years of hunting and guided hunting experience, we are some of the most knowledgeable outdoorsmen you will find. Hosting people from all over the world, we provide all the accommodations and guidance you want in a hunting trip. Whether you are new to hunting or seasoned vets looking to try your hand in the swamp, we will make the trip memorable.

Charlie LeDoux
2981 Illinois Plantation
Lake Arthur, LA 70549

(337) 515-4868
https://www.guidedventures.com

Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge

FLYWAY BYWAY

DRIVING, CANOEING, AND FABULOUS BIRDING OPPORTUNITIES! A NEW OUTDOOR ADVENTURE IN JEFF DAVIS PARISH!

Explore the Flyway Byway, a scenic trail through swamp, river, farmland and unique terrain. You can drive, bike, canoe or kayak the waterways. See if you can spy any strange critters and beware of gators!

The 55 mile driving trail takes you on a scenic loop throughout our Parish. The Flyway Byway is now part of the Louisiana Trails and Byways Program. And Jeff Davis Parish is home to over 160 species of birds..a birders’ paradise! One stop is the beautiful Lorraine Bridge, off Niblett’s Road on Hwy 99, an old scenic bridge worth its own trip. See if you can spot members of our vast wildlife community and test your terrain skills.

What can you do on the FLYWAY BYWAY?

Drive for pleasure – See the countryside – Watch Birds and Wildlife – Take a walk or a boat ride – Experience nature – Shop in small towns – Eat local food – Enjoy area hospitality – Relax and unwind in area hotels – Experience unique festivals and events – Learn about area agriculture and industry

Call 800-264-5521 for more information.

Exit 54-I-10, Welsh, LA South on HWY 99 to HWY 14, loop through the town of Lake Arthur, then North on Hwy 26 through Jennings, to I-10, Exit 64.

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FROG CO

Guided Frogging trips for the months of June & July

We offer packages from just catching toads, to the full experience of catching frogs, eating true southern Cajun food, and lodging in Camp David, a Rice Bin transformed into a state of the art 2 story apartment created by David Bertrand.
Big frogs, cold drinks, and an atmosphere like no other! If you want to get in on one of these great and fun experiences. Our basic package is $250, and it pays for 2 people for a guided frogging trip.
Our overnight package starts at $550, it pays for 2 people. Includes a dinner at dark in our rice warehouse, a guided frogging trip, overnight stay in our transformed rice bin, and customers check out the next morning.

Call 337-764-1473. for more information.

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I-10 PARK

11 acre stocked fishing pond. LA fishing license required.

The park also features playground, picnic pavilions, walking track, ducks, and restroom facilities. Also home to the Gator Chateau and Tourist Information.Take I-10 Exit 64 in Jennings, LA and go north. Located on Frontage road north.

Jeff Davis Parish Tourist Commission
(337) 821-5521
www.jeffdavis.org

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JENNINGS GOLF CLUB

18-hole golf course (par 72) covers 6,300 yards.

Wednesday evening scrambles (DLST), pro shop, 19th hole, tennis courts, swimming pool (June, July, & August).

The pool is open Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 7 PM and Sunday 1 PM to 7 PM

Golf course open 7 days a week 7:00 a.m. – Dusk.

Tournaments upon request; call for information (337) 824-1274.

Email: [email protected] for more information.

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JOHN BLANK SPORTSMANS PARK

Boat ramp, playground, walking track,  fishing pier, tennis court, baseball facilities, horseshoe pits, and picnic areas.

At least 10 RV hookups, electrical, water and sewer service; $8 per day.

Adams Street
(P.O. Box 786)
Welsh, LA 70591

Contacts: City Hall, (337) 734-2231, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or Police Department, (337) 734-2626, after hours weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Directions: I-10 Welsh, Exit 54, go south approximately 1 1/2 miles.

Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge

LACASSINE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

Established in 1937 as a haven for wildlife, the Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge is strategically located at the southern end of the Mississippi and Central Flyways.

It preserves one of the major wintering grounds for waterfowl in the United States. Peak populations reach over 300,000 ducks and 80,000 geese. Also inhabiting the refuge are armadillos, swamp rabbits, fox squirrels, nutria, mink, otters, raccoons, coyotes, white-tailed deer and a large population of the American alligator. Hunting and fishing are permitted at designated times on the 34,878-acre site. The refuge is home to many types of common freshwater fish such as black bass, crappie, bluegill, red-ear sunfish, largemouth bass, striped bass, and blue catfish.

The Illinois Plant Road, just south of Hayes off La. 14 leads to a 16,000-acre marsh impoundment called the Lacassine Pool, complete with boat launch, parking area, shelters, and handicapped accessible fishing piers. In addition to duck hunting and fishing, other activities allowed at the refuge are hiking, biking, berry-picking, wildlife observation, boating, crawfishing, and deer hunting; however, some restrictions do apply.

The refuge is open year-round, seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.
The office is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
For more details, write the refuge at 209 Nature Road, Lake Arthur, LA 70549, or call the Refuge Manager at (337) 774-5923.

Lake Arthur

LAKE ARTHUR PARK

The Centerpiece of the Town of Lake Arthur is its downtown park facility and waterfront area.

The park is an 11-acre facility that is situated on the north shore of the freshwater lake (also Lake Arthur) and features a beach area perfect for sunning and swimming. The park boasts a concrete boardwalk that expanses out over the lake making it a beautiful setting for walkers and sightseers. There are 10 large picnic pavilions situated within the park affixed with barbecue grills as well as a playground area for the kids to enjoy. There are huge, century-old live oak trees throughout the park that offer shade to visitors. On beautiful Lake Arthur, visitors can enjoy boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing, as well as observe the abundant wildlife in the area. The bald cypress trees and majestic live oak trees that surround the entire lake add to the scenic beauty of the area.

Take I-10 Exit 64 in Jennings, LA and follow Hwy 26 south 10 miles to Lake Arthur. Follow signs to Main Street.
Town of Lake Arthur
(337) 774-2211

Outdoor Recreation

LOUISIANA OUTFITTERS, L.L.C.

Capt. Scott Ritchey’s Louisiana Outfitters invites you to come and enjoy our excellent guided waterfowl hunting for ducks and geese in Southwest Louisiana, as well as outstanding saltwater fishing for Speckled Trout and Redfish on famed Calcasieu Lake.

Our hunting guests have the opportunity to hunt on several prime, private access rice farms for ducks and Specklebelly geese. Our hunting lodge comfortably accommodates twelve hunters, and is located twenty minutes east of Lake Charles, putting our guests in close proximity to our private hunting grounds.

An experienced and professional staff, along with fantastic meals will make your stay with us memorable, safe and successful. From Corporate outings, to enjoyable outdoor time with your family and friends, Louisiana Outfitters strives to be your premier outdoor connection! We look forward to hearing from you, and appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.

For more information please visit his website: www.louisianaoutfitters.net

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MERMENTAU RIVER

Bring your boat or jet ski and cruise the beautiful Mermentau River. Access available in Lake Arthur at the bottom of the bridge and several other sites. You may want to bring your fishing rod and reel and catch a few fish to fry.

Sportsman lodge

SWLA SPORTSMAN THORNWELL LODGE

We are a premier hunting lodge located in the heart of Southwest Louisiana. Our private owned farm sits amongst the rice fields that most believe are the finest wintering grounds for both ducks and geese. 

Our staff and owners strive to provide the best waterfowl hunting experience around coupled with true southern hospitality. As a team we share a love for hunting and lifelong dedication to the sport. Our fully guided hunts are a quick atv ride to our on property blinds. After the hunt, you can relax and enjoy the newly built Sportsbarn, which boasts a 132 inch tv, a poker table, dart board, pool table, and a cozy fireplace to sit beside. Outside we offer you the opportunity to relax in the hot tub and watch your favorite sports team on tv or sit around the fire pit sharing stories of days gone by. Great southern hospitality comes with great food and our staff prepares many delicious cajun and local dishes in our fully stocked kitchen. Put that together and we offer a unique hunting experience that is sure to be a memorable one.

To book your hunting experience or for more information, please contact 337-661-1163 or email [email protected]. For more information please visit his website: www.swlasportsman.com

 

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