If you were looking for a reason to go trout fishing, we have just the ticket. Beginning November 1, trout fishing on Georgia’s delayed harvest trout streams will be in full swing, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife …
The opening day of deer firearms season is highly anticipated by Georgia hunters. And that wait is almost over because the statewide deer firearms season opens Sat., Oct. 22 and continues through Jan. 8, 2023. “We are shaping up for an excellent deer …
Hunting repeatedly shows itself as a safe sport. Out of the hundreds of thousands of participating Georgia hunters, statistics show that only a small percentage are ever involved in any type of firearms incident, according to the Georgia Department of …
In Georgia, the gopher tortoise will not be added to the federal Endangered Species Act list in large part because of the power of partnerships. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said this week the eastern population of gopher tortoises – those east of …
Will you take advantage of the upcoming week-long primitive weapons deer hunting season opening Saturday, Oct. 15? You won’t be the only one! Last year, over 5,000 deer were harvested by nearly 25,000 hunters, according to the Georgia Department of Natural …
Hey, kids! Do you enjoy nature as well as creating artwork? Georgia’s 17th annual Youth Birding Competition invites resident children and teens to celebrate birds through a T-shirt art contest. Many famous ornithologists were bird artists when they were …
Planning on hunting during the primitive weapons deer hunting season that opens on Oct. 15? Wait! Before you go, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division encourages you to review important safety information. Primitive …
ATLANTA, Ga. Join in The Celebration at a Fun Outdoor Event on Saturday, September 24! In a proclamation recently signed by Gov. Brian Kemp, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, is established as Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia. This signing, arranged by the …
Don’t miss the chance to see migratory birds passing through some of coastal Georgia’s best viewing areas this fall. Wildlife biologist Tim Keyes of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources describes the coast as “full of bird activity.” “And the …
First established in 1972 by the U.S. Congress and President Richard Nixon, this year National Hunting and Fishing Day will celebrate 50 years of helping recognize generations of hunters and anglers for the time and the money they donate to wildlife …
It’s hard to overstate the value of Ceylon. Now a state-owned wildlife management area, only about two years ago the 24,000 acres in Camden County made up one of the largest unprotected wildlands on the U.S. East Coast. Jason Lee, a Georgia Department of …
SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA Tuesday, September 6, 2022 - 10:00 While tree stands can provide hunters a great way to pursue deer, don’t overlook important safety precautions before using. Most hunting incidents that occur are due to falls, or other safety issues, …
The Georgia dove hunting season opens Sat. Sept. 3, 2022, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “The opening day of dove hunting season is a highly anticipated event for wing shooters, and it always …
August means it is time to pack on the pounds, for bears. Female bears increase food intake and continue to teach foraging skills to their cubs, sometimes venturing outside of their home range, as they prepare for the upcoming winter, according to the …
Before you hit the field for the upcoming dove season, make sure you have completed a hunter education course. Hunters can take the course completely online or take part in a classroom course, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ …
Waterfowl hunters looking to get an early start on the season can take advantage of the upcoming early teal and early Canada goose hunting seasons, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division. Early Canada goose …
Calling all recreational target shooting enthusiasts! The Clybel Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Shooting Range, located in central Georgia, has re-opened after an intensive eight-month renovation, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ …
EVENT IS FULL - Waitlist Only Available Ladies, have you ever wanted to head out to go backpacking or fishing or shooting, but not sure where to start? The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division can help! The 11th Annual …
Looking for a healthy, sustainable source of protein and a good woodland hike? Squirrel hunting season, which opens August 15, can meet those goals, and get everyone excited about fall hunting seasons, according to the Georgia Department of Natural …
Loggerhead sea turtle nesting in Georgia hit a new high this week as the big reptiles beat their modern-day best for most nests on the state’s beaches.With nesting slowing and hatching surging, the nest count reached 3,953 Sunday and crawled past 3,960 …
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