Georgia’s nesting season for loggerhead sea turtles is on with nests confirmed on St. Catherines and Cumberland islands Tuesday. Georgia Sea Turtle Program Coordinator Mark Dodd said the turtles’ annual return to lay eggs on beaches along the Southeast …
This FREE fun-filled event runs from 9 am-2 pm and includes an array of activities that focus on Georgia wildlife, conservation, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Kids can try archery, fishing, shooting sports, and see K-9 demonstrations from the …
Mansfield, Ga.The annual Georgia Youth Birding Competition turned 20 this year with about 115 young birders flocking to the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center near Mansfield Saturday for an awards banquet capping the event. Competition founder and coordinator …
Spring is the perfect time to get outside, spend quality time together, and introduce your family to the joys of fishing. Not sure where to begin? Check out the list of Family and Kids Fishing Events and make plans to attend one, suggests the Georgia …
Put a stop to goose conflicts before they become issues. Canada geese are well-suited to a wide range of habitats, from agricultural fields and rural waterways to neighborhood ponds, business parks, and urban green spaces. As they continue to thrive in …
Wildlife belongs in the wild. Don’t remove wildlife from its natural habitat! Before you pick up or attempt to assist any wildlife, no matter its age or condition, remember that it is best to leave all wildlife, including young birds, bunnies, or fawns …
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (DNR) is proud to announce a $10,000 donation from the Georgia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus to support the Georgia DNR Outdoors Beyond Barriers (OBB) program. “We’re grateful for …
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is proud to announce the Georgia winners of the Fish Art Contest. The Wildlife Forever Fish Art Contest, which includes the Georgia Fish Art Contest, is an international competition designed to ignite children …
If you could only choose one source for fishing information for the lake or river you plan to visit, we have a suggestion: the Georgia Fishing Forecasts. Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) fisheries biologists and …
With nesting season starting soon for seabirds and shorebirds on Georgia’s coast, the state Department of Natural Resources is spreading the word about stronger bird-friendly protections on offshore islands and bars critical for nesting, raising chicks, …
It’s Springtime here in Georgia which brings fresh vegetation. As spring green-up spreads across Georgia, wildlife becomes more active and visible, including black bears. Being BearWise means knowing what to do when you see a bear, says the Georgia …
Over 300 anglers reeled in a Georgia Angler Award last year. Will you be on the 2026 list? The Angler Award program recognizes anglers who catch fish that meet or exceed a specific weight or length for that species, according to the Georgia Department of …
It’s almost turkey time – and not the kind that leaves you stuffed after family gatherings. The statewide Georgia turkey hunting season opens on private land on Sat., March 28, 2026. On public lands, including Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and National …
With sea turtle and manatee sightings on the rise on Georgia’s coast, boaters should be on the lookout for these big and rare animals. Boat strikes are a leading cause of sea turtle strandings and manatee injuries and deaths. Manatees and all sea turtle …
CLARKESVILLE, Ga.Trout stocking trucks are preparing to head out to many of North Georgia’s favorite trout streams. When will you plan your next fishing trip? As winter transitions to spring, anglers across the region can look forward to another strong …
Don’t become a statistic this season. Before heading out for your first turkey hunt, be sure to review some turkey hunting safety tips, encourages the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “Pursuing turkeys is an …
Youth and mobility-impaired hunters get an early start to turkey season on March 21-22, 2026. This special opportunity gives youth and mobility-impaired hunters a chance to harvest a gobbler on private lands before the statewide turkey season opens, …
Are Georgia’s waters protected from aquatic invaders? Anglers, boaters and anyone enjoying time on the water are encouraged to watch for Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) and report them if they are spotted, says the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ …
Announcing a new freshwater fish state record is a great way to kick off the beginning of March! Georgia has a new state record longnose gar, caught by angler Silas Turner of Hawkinsville, Ga. His catch, caught on March 5, 2026 on Lake Blackshear near …
Do you enjoy Georgia’s wildlife and wild places? This tax season, help native animals, plants and habitats survive and even thrive by contributing to the Georgia Wildlife Conservation Fund checkoff when you file your state income taxes. No donation is too …
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