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2025-2026 hunting and fishing Regulations

Regulations are Here!

2025–2026 Hunting & Fishing Regulations available now—plan your season!

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Chronic Wasting Disease

CWD Detected in Georgia

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Shooting Sports Month

Participate today by visiting your local shooting range!

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EXPLORE THE WILDLIFE ACTION PLAN

NEWLY REVISED STRATEGY GUIDES CONSERVATION STATEWIDE

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COASTAL PLAINS - SHOOTING RANGES

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Press Releases

Georgia Initiative Reaches Gopher Tortoise Conservation Goal
Social Circle, GA
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 09:15 am

The future of Georgia’s state reptile just got brighter.

DNR Offers New Round Of Wildlife Viewing Grants
Social Circle, GA
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 12:30 pm

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is again offering a helping hand to projects that help people experience the state’s native wildlife and natural habitats.

Gov. Brian Kemp Proclaims Sept. 27 as Nat'l Hunting & Fishing Day: Celebrate at an Event Near You
ATLANTA, GA
Friday, September 12, 2025, 09:00 am

Gov. Brian Kemp recently signed a proclamation officially recognizing Sat. Sept. 27, 2025, as National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia.

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