February 15, 2016

Requirements For Gator Hunting In Louisiana

By Shirley Perry


In northern America, Louisiana Alligator is one of the largest reptiles. They were first seen by the settlers who originally called them big lizards. In entire United States, Louisiana has the highest population. Gator hunting in Louisiana can be done on either private or public property. Owing to these differences the mode of preparations are quite different. In addition to that, different requirements ought to be fulfilled.

Wetlands are areas where stalking is done. To engage in the act, one has to inform the relevant authority about the intention. After arguing and presenting the requirements in a presentable and mature way, one is given the permission. Tags are usually issued by the department of fisheries and wildlife. This process is normally done some time before the hunting season.

For one to be eligible for issuance of tags one must own the licenses. The rule requires that during applications of a license one is expected to fill a form issued. In it, the information ought to be filled as required. In it, personal information and details should be issued. In addition to that, the applicant is expected to present a driving license of concerned driver. In many cases one is asked to indicate the type of property one owns.

It is mandatory for one to provide all the required information on matters pertaining to items to be hunted. It is expected that one reveal clearly the purpose of engaging in the activity. Before this stage, one is required to have acquired permission from the owner of the land where stalking is to be carried out. Hence one is intended to prove that he or she has indeed acquired the permission from the land owner. It is also important to submit hunting lease.

It is advisable that persons willing to have information regarding alligator harvesting and whether qualifies for tags, visit relevant offices or a biologist in charge of harvesting on lands owned privately. To obtain a license, little amount is required to be paid to department in charge. On the other hand when obtaining tags no payment require since it is already catered for when obtaining the licenses.

The east and the west are the zone where stalking is carried out within Louisiana. There are specific times which they are opened for hunting. It is done during the stalking season. Stalking is done by use of baited hooks held with the help of lines. Bows and arrows are used too. Stalking is done during day time.

Usually, there are no restrictions about the size to go for during the stalking season. However the numbers killed is equal to the number of tags issued. The preferred methods to use during the process include the hooks and line together with arrows and bows. Firearms may too be used except the shotguns.

During the process, a hook that has been attached to the line is used to capture the alligators. It is placed on the surface of water together with the bait. To hold it tree branches may be used to provide the support. Once caught, they are taken for processing within Pierre Park, LA.




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