The Georgia Coastal Management Program (GCMP) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Coastal Resources Division (CRD) announces the availability of grant funding for projects that align with the program’s objectives. 

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is pleased to announce the re-opening of the state’s salt waters to the commercial and recreational harvesting of clams, effective at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024. This decision follows extensive water quality testing after the recent closure due to Tropical Storm Debby.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced the temporary closure of the state’s salt waters to the commercial and recreational harvesting of clams, effective at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, August 5, 2024. This action has been taken to protect public health in anticipation of a major storm-related event.

A St. Simons Island man is the new state record holder for almaco jack (Seriola rivoliana). 

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is set to host a series of port meetings along the Atlantic coast throughout 2024.

Hunters and anglers, the 2024-2025 Georgia Hunting and Fishing Regulations and Seasons guide is now available online and in print!

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Coastal Resources Division (CRD) is accepting public comment on a request for review of a federal consistency submission from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Office of Protected Resources proposing amendments to the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule (“speed rule”).

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is seeking help from recreational saltwater anglers in collecting data when recreational red snapper harvest is open on Friday, July 12.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites everyone to join the festivities and educational activities during this year's "Beach Week."

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources recently completed three significant additions to Georgia’s offshore artificial reefs.

Georgia’s 2024 commercial and recreational food shrimp season will open in state waters at 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2024. The opening applies to Georgia’s territorial waters from shore to three nautical miles offshore.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proud to announce a new women's state saltwater fish record for jack crevalle (Caranx hippos). 

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging anglers to attend an upcoming public hearing that will affect the cobia fishery.

Georgia's fishing community has a new champion. Brian C. Richburg, 29, of Brunswick, has set a new state record for the queen triggerfish (Balistes vetula) with an impressive catch weighing 9 pounds, 6.24 ounces. Richburg achieved this feat May 17, 2024, while fishing offshore near the South Ledge in about 180 feet of water.

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources today announced the annual closure of the recreational and commercial oyster harvest season, effective June 1, 2024. This seasonal closure is a critical measure to protect public health by reducing the risk of illnesses caused by shellfish-borne bacteria, which become more prevalent in warmer months.

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources today announced Justin Bythwood, 40, of Waycross, has set a new state record for saltwater fishing. 

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently continued its commitment to restoring oyster reefs in the North Newport River in Liberty County.

Georgia’s coastal waters have been kind to Telfair County anglers this week, with two individuals setting new state records for their catches.

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is seeking interested applicants to serve as members of a facilitated stakeholder process to advise CRD in the development of regulations for private recreational docks in tidal waters.

The Georgia Board of Natural Resources on April 24 named a former congressman as the recipient of the 2023 Rock Howard Conservation Achievement Award during its meeting on Jekyll Island.