Evidrine, as someone said earlier, I'd double-check about being able to carry while bowhunting. As far as I know, we can still only carry .22 ratshot while bowhunting, regardless of permit status. I didn't see any changes about it in this year's state hunting regs book, so I'm assuming no change in the law.
On the proposed amendment on the Nov. 6 ballot, definitely vote "yes" on it, but don't count on any major changes to LA's gun laws in our favor. It basically will just make it tougher for the antis to pass any new gun control legislation, but I don't think it will overturn anything already in place. I hope I'm wrong about that, but it's a good amendment anyway.
And to your original question about getting a permit: Do it. I got mine this year (I live in Jackson Parish) and it has been worth it. I carry about 90% of the time, and I practice more now that I'm carrying. More practice has gotten me into reloading, which saves money and is fun to boot(got a tumbler full of brass going as I type this). I took the wife to Tennessee this year and I carried on that trip too. The feeling of extra security is great. No more "I wish I had my gun with me today". Spend the money, take the class, get the permit, stay in practice, and above all, stay safe.