Louisiana Hunting Leases Can Join Deer Management Program

Louisiana Hunting Leases Can Join Deer Management Program

Hunting leases in the Lake City area of Columbia County now have the opportunity to participate in the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP). This program, designed to help landowners and leaseholders manage their deer populations effectively, is open for applications.

DMAP provides participants with biological assistance and antlerless deer tags, allowing for tailored deer harvest strategies. This can be particularly beneficial for maintaining healthy deer herds and improving habitat conditions on leased properties nestled in north Florida's pine forests. The program aims to balance deer populations with the carrying capacity of the land, which can lead to better hunting experiences and ecological health.

Interested hunting lease managers in and around Lake City are encouraged to contact the LDWF for more information on how to enroll. Participation in DMAP can offer valuable tools and data for those looking to take a proactive approach to wildlife management on their leased lands in Columbia County.