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Recent Press Releases

ATLANTA, GA

Under the leadership of Commissioner Walter Rabon, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced its renewed commitment to providing hunting, fishing, and other outdoor recreational opportunities for those with mobility impairments. More than 2.2 million Georgians have a disability, and of that, 14 percent of those are mobility related. Given the number of Georgians impacted, the Georgia DNR has put an increased focus on creating adaptive outdoor opportunities to people across the state.


ATLANTA, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the selection of the 2023-2024 Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program grants for conservation and outdoor recreation projects. Selected applicants will advance to the second-level application, marking the final level of the application process for their proposals. This funding cycle will allocate an impressive $20.6 million to support local parks and trails systems and state-owned lands. Notably, these grantees have pledged an additional estimated $26 million in matching funding.


ATLANTA, GA

As Disability Awareness Month approaches in March, Georgia's State Parks & Historic Sites proudly shine a spotlight on their commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for visitors of all abilities. With the recent addition of the use of All-Terrain Wheelchairs at 11 State Parks last year, Georgia’s State Parks also provide a number of additional offerings to make it easier for those with disabilities to get outdoors and reconnect with nature and history, explore nature trails, go fishing and attend adaptive hunts.


CARTERSVILLE, GA

Samantha (Sami) Wilson has been named manager of Red Top Mountain State Park on Lake Allatoona, one of Georgia’s most popular state parks. She was previously the assistant manager of Chattahoochee Bend State Park near Newnan.


ATLANTA, GA

As spring break approaches, adventure-seekers and nature enthusiasts alike are setting their sights on Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites for the ultimate getaway. With parks spanning from the mountains of north Georgia to the wetlands of south Georgia and everything in between, the parks offer a myriad of outdoor activities and breathtaking scenery, and the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable spring break experience.


ATLANTA, GA

To spotlight Georgia’s fascinating past, State Historic Sites are offering free admission on Sunday, February 11. The event is part of Georgia History Festival’s statewide celebration of “Super Museum Sunday.” Visitors can learn about Geechee Gullah ring shouting, translate the Cherokee Nation’s first newspaper, admire FDR’s hand-controlled roadster, and walk in the footsteps of Revolutionary War and Civil War soldiers. Find more than a dozen places to step into the past at GaStateParks.org/SuperMuseumSunday.


RABUN COUNTY, GA

Black Rock Mountain State Park Manager Jessica James Weems has been promoted to Revenue Manager for Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites, a division of the Department of Natural Resources. She will be responsible for analyzing all elements of revenue, occupancy and visitation which support the division’s mission.


CRAWFORDVILLE, GA

Andre McLendon, a longtime Crawfordville resident and manager of A.H. Stephens State Park, was recently promoted to Region 3 Manager of the Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites, a division of the Department of Natural Resources. He will be responsible for guiding management and protection of 12 sites, including Mistletoe, Elijah Clark and Hard Labor Creek state parks.


Savannah, GA

One of Savannah’s most photographed historic sites, colonial Wormsloe, unveiled its new visitor center on Wednesday, January 3. State and local leaders, Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) officials, members of the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Board of Trustees, and others gathered for the ribbon-cutting at the new Wormsloe State Historic Site Visitor Center.