LAC 25:IX.313. Fishing, Hunting, Trapping, and the Use of Firearms or Fireworks

A. All wildlife in OSP sites, including reptiles and amphibians, is under strict protection and must not be hunted, molested, disturbed, trapped, destroyed, fed or removed, except for scientific or management purposes when approved by the assistant secretary. B. Bringing or keeping any hunting dogs on OSP property for the purpose of hunting inside or adjacent to a site is prohibited unless approved in advance and in writing by the assistant secretary. C. A person who lawfully possesses a firearm may possess or transport such firearm within the boundaries of a state park, state historic site or state preservation area. D. No person shall possess, shoot, discharge or explode nor cause to be shot, discharged, or exploded any fireworks or other explosives on any OSP property without prior written consent of the assistant secretary or his designee. E. OSP follows all rules, guidelines, and enforcements from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). A person fishing on OSP property must adhere to all state and federal laws and criteria regarding fresh and/or salt water fishing. The taking of fish by nets, traps or any means other than hook or line is prohibited at any and all sites, except for management purposes as authorized by special permit. F. Weapon-like toys (paintball maker, airsoft, etc.) that use compressed air or gases from any cartridge, canister or bottle and/or battery power to fire a projectile are prohibited from use at all OSP sites properties without prior written approval of the assistant secretary or his designee. G. Fishing is prohibited in all designated swimming areas.