From Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

-- A free information hotline that covers popular season dates and regulations is now available in Louisiana.

The public can call toll free (800)256-2749, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.† As seasons are set, the hotline will be updated with current information.

Hunting and fishing season dates will be available for shrimp, deer, squirrel, rabbit, migratory game birds, turkey, quail, recreational finfish and commercial finfish.

The hotline will also feature boating safety, Wildlife Management Area and hunter safety information and contact information for regional offices.