LDWF Announces Beyond Becoming an Outdoors Woman Deer Hunt for Novice Hunters

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is now accepting applications for the Beyond Becoming an Outdoors Woman (B-BOW) Deer Hunt, scheduled for Jan. 9–11, 2026, at Floy McElroy Wildlife Management Area (WMA).

This hunt is for novice deer hunters only who have attended a previous Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop, and is designed to provide hands-on learning and real-world experience in a supportive environment.

The lottery application will remain open through Nov. 30, 2025. The drawing will be held on Dec. 1, 2025, and successful applicants will be notified by email.

To apply, visit:

https://louisianaoutdoors.com/lottery-applications

Eligibility Requirements

The Beyond BOW Deer Hunt is intended for individuals new to deer hunting. To qualify, applicants must:

• Have attended a previous Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop

• Be a novice deer hunter, defined as someone who has harvested no more than two deer or other big game animals (elk, antelope, bear, moose, etc.) in their lifetime
• Not have previously attended a Louisiana BBOW deer hunt or harvested a deer during that event
• Be Hunter Education certified

About Beyond Becoming an Outdoors Woman (B-BOW)

LDWF’s Beyond Becoming an Outdoors Woman program builds upon the foundation of the traditional Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) workshops. These advanced, hands-on experiences allow participants to apply and strengthen skills learned during BOW weekends, while receiving guidance from supportive instructors in real-world outdoor settings.

Beyond BOW workshops are ideal for women who:

• Want to gain more confidence and independence in outdoor skills
• Are seeking new outdoor challenges and experiences
• Have completed a BOW workshop and are ready for the next step
• Enjoy learning alongside like-minded outdoor enthusiasts

Workshops are kept intentionally small to provide a safe, educational, and encouraging environment that emphasizes personal growth, safety, and skill development.

Applicable fees will be assessed when applying for the lottery.

To learn more or to apply, visit:

https://louisianaoutdoors.com/lottery-applications

Contact:

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

Becoming an Outdoors Woman Program

Email:  BOW@wlf.la.gov

Website: https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/page/beyond-bow

About Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation’s 2025 Conservation Raffle:

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation (LAWFF), in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), is hosting its inaugural raffle. Supporting ongoing LDWF conservation efforts, the raffle offers outdoor enthusiasts and conservation supporters of Louisiana the chance to win a brand-new Chevy Silverado from your Super Chevy Dealers, valued at $60,000.

Proceeds directly benefit programs led by LDWF, including habitat restoration, wildlife and fisheries research, public access enhancements, and education initiatives.

To purchase your ticket, visit: https://www.lawff.org/la-conservation-raffle.

Open to legal residents of the U.S. who are 18 years of age or older. Void where prohibited. Contest ends 1/8/26. Click here to view the official rules page.