LSN Report
An infestation of snakes has local residents calling for help, and the East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office is responding to these calls. The Sheriff’s Office’s annual snake rodeo has been tentatively set for Saturday, May 21st, with registration beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Byerley Boat Landing on Schneider Lane in Lake Providence.
Registration for a two man team is $40.00.
All entry fee money will be paid back to the winners of the snake rodeo. “We are hoping that we can get a large number of teams,” stated Chief Deputy Glenn Threats. “The more participants, the more prize money will be paid out.” In addition to the prize money, the East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office will serve lunch and door prizes will also be given to those registered.
Rules and regulations for the snake rodeo are as follows:
1. All entrants must abide by the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Department rules and regulations with reference to boats, guns, licenses, etc.
2. Only .410, 16, 20 and 12 gauge shotguns are allowed with a light load shell.
3. Entrants 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or a guardian.
4. No live snakes will be counted.
5. All entrants must sign a waiver of liability.
6. A team consists of two people per boat. Teams may not combine their kills.
7. Only snakes killed on Lake Providence will be counted. (Snakes can be killed in any portion of the lake that a boat can reach).
8. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed.
Violation of any of the rules will result in disqualification.
While registration will take place the morning of the rodeo, anyone wishing to preregister may do so.
For further information, contact the East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office at (318) 559-2800 or Debra Hopkins at (318) 559-1911.