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LDWF Closes Elmer's Island Due to Hurricane Delta: Other Closures Could Follow
Submitted by: TBC Press
Posted on: 10/09/20
Disclaimer: The views expressed on this site are that of the authors and not necessarily that of TBC Press
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Publishers Notes: OUT OF STATE HUNTERS, FISHERMEN & OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS; Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, there could be limitations for OUT of STATE hunters, fishermen and other outdoor enthusiasts to include a 14-day quarantine requirement or negative COVID-19 testing alternative. Please check with the State's Department of Natural Resources BEFORE you travel or apply for the 2020 Fall Hunts.
As OUR COUNTRY REOPENS AGAIN (from the COVID-19 pandemic) and continue to enjoy outdoor activities, ALL outdoor enthusiasts (man, woman, child) should follow the guidelines set by nps.gov. These guidelines include; social distancing, the Leave No Trace principles, including pack-in and pack-out, to keep outdoor spaces safe and healthy.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announces the temporary closure of Elmer's Island, located on the southwestern tip of Jefferson Parish as of Thursday, October 8 at 8:00 a.m..
Due to Hurricane Delta and the anticipated impacts from this storm, Elmer's Island will remain closed until further notice.