State is expanding reef near Eugene Island

A new deployment of 465 Cajun Coral reef modules is planned for early November at an artificial reef off Eugene Island.
Th Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries’ Artificial Reef Program helped create the Eugene Island 51 Nearshore reef, built in 2022 in partnership with CCA Louisiana.
The reef is composed of 120 recycled concrete structures. The reef site is about 37 nautical miles offshore in 17 feet of water. All reef material has at least 12 feet of clearance above it.
The Cajun Coral reef modules are concrete shapes 3 feet long by 1.5 feet wide and a foot tall. Designed by technology company Natrx, Cajun Coral is a highly flexible module that is printed and installed by Danos.
The technology promotes habitat growth and ecological benefits that strengthen over time, LDWF said in a news release.
 “Adding on to an already existing reef is an exciting opportunity for the department as this can promote enhanced fish habitat and lead to greater fishing opportunity for anglers,” said LDWF Assistant Secretary of Fisheries Ryan Montegut. “We are thankful for our partners CCA, Natrx and Danos and their investment in the future of Louisiana’s fisheries.”
The LDWF Artificial Reef Program website is at https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/page/artificial-reefs.
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation, in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, 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.