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Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency Press Releases

389 Press Releases
  • Published on June 3, 2022 - 21:26 GMT

    Fish and Wildlife Commission Sets Hunting and Trapping Seasons

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commissions have set the state’s hunting and trapping seasons for 2022-23. The Commission established the regulations at its June 2-3 meeting held at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s Region II Ray Bell …

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  • Published on June 1, 2022 - 13:59 GMT

    TWRA Issues Memorial Day Holiday Boating Report

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reports there were two boating related fatal incidents during the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Both incidents occurred in the evening on Monday, May 30. One incident involved a collision between a …

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  • Published on May 27, 2022 - 15:25 GMT

    2022-23, 2023-24 Hunting Seasons to Be Set at Commission’s June 2-3 Meeting

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commissions will set the 2022-23 and 2023-24 hunting and trapping seasons at its June 2-3 meeting. The meeting will be held at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s Region II Ray Bell Building with a 1 p.m. …

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  • Published on May 17, 2022 - 16:06 GMT

    2022 National Safe Boating Week, May 21-27

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is participating in the 2022 National Safe Boating Week, May 21-27. The annual event promotes safe activity and the wear of life jackets as the summer boating season kicks off.   National Safe Boating …

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  • Published on May 4, 2022 - 19:47 GMT

    Two Fatalities Occur in Cumberland River Boating Incident

    Wednesday, May 04, 2022 | 02:21pm CUMBERLAND CITY, Tenn.--- A 47-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman lost their lives on Tuesday, May 3 in a boating incident on the Cumberland River.  Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers responded to a call about …

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  • Published on May 3, 2022 - 20:44 GMT

    Emily Buck Named TWRA Director of Communications and Outreach

    NASHVILLE --- Emily Buck has been named director of Communications and Outreach for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. In her new position, Buck will lead the TWRA’s effort in renewing its focus on development, youth engagement, and media relations …

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  • Published on May 3, 2022 - 14:35 GMT

    TWRA Requests Public Input on Proposed 2022-23, 2023-24 Hunting Regulations

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is now soliciting comments on the proposed 2022-23 and 2023-24 hunting seasons’ regulations that were presented at the April meeting of the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission. This is an opportunity …

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  • Published on April 29, 2022 - 17:49 GMT

    TWRA Executive Director Wilson Announces Retirement; 2022-24 Hunting Seasons Previewed at TFWC Meeting

    JACKSON, Tenn. --- Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Executive Director Bobby Wilson announced his retirement at the conclusion of the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission’s April meeting. Prior to the announcement, the TWRA presented its …

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  • Published on April 28, 2022 - 03:40 GMT

    Becoming an Outdoors Woman Field Day Set for June 4 at Buffalo Ridge Refuge

    NASHVILLE --- A Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Field Day will be held Saturday, June 4 at Buffalo Ridge Refugee in Humphreys County. The event is hosted by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and is conducted in a relaxed atmosphere. The BOW workshop …

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  • Published on April 22, 2022 - 21:23 GMT

    CWD-Positive Deer Confirmed in Hardin County

    NASHVILLE --- Chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been confirmed in a pair of deer in Hardin County, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. The CWD-positive deer makes Hardin County CWD positive and neighboring Decatur County is now classified …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 22:21 GMT

    TWRA to Host Canoe and Kayak Fishing Introduction Course

    MORRISTOWN, Tenn.---The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is hosting an Introduction to Canoe and Kayak Fishing course to educate new enthusiasts on how to safely enjoy the increasingly popular sport.   The two-day course will be held on the weekend of …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 20:43 GMT

    TWRA, National Boating Association Host Pair of Boating Seminars

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, along with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) hosted a pair of training seminars recently at Stones River Hunter Education Center. Along with TWRA personnel, …

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  • Published on April 21, 2022 - 20:43 GMT

    TWRA Announces Availability of 2022-23 Clean Stream Grants to Help with Habitat Protection Program

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announces the availability of grant dollars to assist cities, schools, community organizations, civic groups, watershed organizations, and conservation groups, etc., with stream clean-up projects and …

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  • Published on April 7, 2022 - 19:52 GMT

    White County High, Ocoee Middle, and Wilson Elementary Claim NASP State Championships

    MURFREESBORO, Tenn.  --- White County High School, Ocoee Middle School, and Wilson Elementary titles in their respective divisions in the 2022 Tennessee National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Championships held at Tennessee Miller Coliseum. …

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  • Published on April 6, 2022 - 09:37 GMT

    Percy Priest Boating Fatality Under Investigation

    Body Recovered Near Jefferson Springs Boat Launch Area Monday, April 04, 2022 | 10:29am SMYRNA, Tenn. --- An incident involving a paddlecraft resulting in a death of a 51-year-old Eagleville man Sunday afternoon (April 3) on Percy Priest Lake is under …

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  • Published on March 28, 2022 - 21:27 GMT

    Tennessee’s 2022 Turkey Season Set to Open

    NASHVILLE --- Tennessee’s 2022 spring turkey hunting season is set to open in most areas of the state on Saturday, April 2.  In an effort to help the turkey population in specific areas, the season starts April 16 in the Mississippi Alluvial Valley (MAV) …

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  • Published on March 21, 2022 - 15:16 GMT

    Commission to Hold One Day Meeting at Buffalo Ridge Refuge

    NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission will have a one-day meeting on Friday, March 25 starting at 9 a.m. at Buffalo Ridge Refuge in Humphreys County. The meeting will be the first for Angie Box (Jackson) as TFWC 2022-23 Chair. Other …

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  • Published on March 10, 2022 - 20:49 GMT

    TWRA Shares Steadfast Plans for Habitat Management

    CROSSVILLE, Tenn. --- Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency staff attended a public meeting arranged by Cumberland County Commissioner Mark Baldwin, March 8 at the Cumberland County Community Complex. The TWRA was asked to share knowledge pertaining to …

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  • Published on March 8, 2022 - 22:42 GMT

    2022-23 Fishing Regulations in Effect as of March 1; New Guide Available

    NASHVILLE --- Tennessee’s 2022-23 fishing regulations are now in effect and anglers are encouraged to obtain the new Tennessee Fishing Guide now available at locations throughout the state, on the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website and on the TWRA …

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  • Published on March 3, 2022 - 22:27 GMT

    BOATING FATALITY ON HATCHIE RIVER

    GILT EDGE, Tenn. --- A 59-year-old Burlison man lost his life when a 14-foot aluminum boat capsized on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, on the Hatchie River in Tipton County.  Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers responded with the Gilt Edge Fire …

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