Teachers and students across the state are invited to celebrate wildlife through art by participating in the 37th annual Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest. First-place poster in last year’s Kindergarten division: A raccoon family in a tree cavity by …
Registration Opens Sept. 2 for 15th Annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop! Trade your daily routine for a weekend of adventure! The 15th Annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Workshop is set for October 23–25, 2026, at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife …
It’s time to grab your gear and start scouting. Georgia’s early waterfowl season is almost here. Hunters can get a jump on the waterfowl season with the upcoming early teal and Canada goose hunting season, according to the Georgia Department of Natural …
A manatee is swimming free again thanks to a fishing guide who reported the animal tangled in crab trap lines and the team of wildlife experts that rallied to rescue it. The drama played out over two days last week on the Mackay and Hampton rivers off St. …
Are you ready to take part in the hunting opportunities that Georgia has to offer? Before you lock in your plans, make sure you’ve completed a hunter education course. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) offers …
Eyes to the skies, Georgia hunters! The 2026-2027 dove season is almost here and it’s time to start making your opening day plans. According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD), opening day will kick off the …
Grab your favorite .22 and get ready to hit the woods. Georgia’s squirrel hunting season opens August 15, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “For those looking into becoming a hunter or introducing …
In recognition of Georgia’s rich outdoor heritage and the significant economic impact of the shooting sports industry, Governor Brian Kemp has proclaimed August as Shooting Sports Month in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife …
The time is here to add one more book to your summer reading list. The 2026-2027 Georgia Hunting and Fishing Regulations and Seasons guide is now available both online and in print. Published by The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife …
The survey by the state Department of Natural Resources rated nest success for bald eagles above average in all areas checked, according to survey leader Dr. Bob Sargent. The survey was shaped by Sargent’s retirement as a DNR program manager in March – …
As summer officially arrives and people take to outdoor activities, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) urges the public to learn more about aquatic nuisance species and how they can be kept out of state waters. …
Being outdoors means being BearWise. Whether you are spending the day on the trail or camping overnight, remember to pick up all trash and be BearWise, encourages the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “Taking a few …
In late spring and early summer, you might note that Canada geese become more noticeable in many Georgia communities. Why is that? It is because these adaptable birds molt and temporarily become flightless. This inability to leave the area can sometimes …
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 15:00 pm In response to a 2018 fish kill in Dawsonville, Georgia DNR worked with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to develop a draft restoration plan to benefit the federally threatened Cherokee darter and other species impacted by …
Georgia’s list of protected wildlife is being updated. And during June, the state Department of Natural Resources is asking Georgians for their recommendations on native animal and plants to add or remove as part of the first comprehensive changes in 20 …
Looking for the perfect reason to spend time outdoors? National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) returns June 6–14, 2026, offering Georgians a great opportunity to get on the water, introduce someone new to fishing, and take advantage of two FREE Fishing …
Another hunting season is on the horizon. Beginning June 1, hunters can electronically apply for most quota hunts including certain youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and many others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife …
Sharing our waterways with alligators is nothing new in Georgia. With summer right around the corner, sightings may increase this time of year. Whether you are spending a quiet day on the water or spending the day outside with family and friends, it’s …
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (DNR WRD) recently received funding support from Rayonier to strengthen emergency response capabilities through the purchase of chainsaw kits for DNR crews. “Georgia DNR values …
Do you need a reason to go fishing? Make it a summer challenge to get your 2026 Georgia Bass Slam, says the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (GADNR WRD). A Georgia Bass Slam is earned by anglers who catch at least five …
