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Atlanta, GA

DNR's First Commissioner Recognized with Rock Howard Award

Social Circle, Ga.

Hey, kids! Do you enjoy nature as well as creating artwork? Georgia’s 19th annual Youth Birding Competition invites resident children and teens to celebrate birds through a T-shirt art contest.

Starting November 1, make sure to visit one of Georgia's five Delayed Harvest trout streams.

Social Circle, Ga.

Whenever you're behind the wheel, staying alert is essential.

BRUNSWICK, GA
ATLANTA, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications now through Nov.

With thousands of participating Georgia hunters, statistics show that only a small percentage of those are ever involved in any type of incident, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Reso

Social Circle, Ga.

The wait is almost over. Deer hunting firearms season opens Sat. Oct.

Social Circle, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is again offering a $1,000 grant to a kindergarten through fifth-grade public or private school teacher in the state who demonstrates exceptional energy

Social Circle, Ga.

The Georgia deer hunting season started with archery last month, and now sportsmen and women are anticipating primitive weapons opening day on Oct. 12.

Social Circle, Ga.

The week-long Georgia primitive weapons deer hunting season begins Sat., Oct. 12.

ATLANTA, GA

With Gov. Brian Kemp declaring a state of emergency due to Hurricane Helene, Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) personnel are gearing up in preparation for the incoming storm system.

Social Circle, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has long offered a helping hand for projects that help people experience the state’s native wildlife and natural habitats.

Social Circle, Ga.

Teachers and students across the state are invited to celebrate wildlife through art by participating in the 35th annual Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest.

Social Circle, Ga.

During the 2023-2024 season, 14 of 29 total incidents were tree stand use related, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.

Social Circle, Ga.

The statewide archery deer hunting season begins Saturday, Sept. 14, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD).

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

You are invited to attend any of the multiple free scheduled events celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 28, 2024, a day made official by Gov.

MANSFIELD, GA

Calling all eager-to-learn women interested in furthering their awareness of outdoor activities! 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Attention Georgia dove hunters! The 2024-2025 dove season is right around the corner. 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Thinking of where you can find the best dove field for this year’s hunts? Before you make the big decision, be sure you have completed a hunter education course.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Hunters can get a jump on the waterfowl season with the upcoming early teal and Canada goose hunting season, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.&n

Social Circle, Ga.

August is designated as Shooting Sports Month according to a recent proclamation signed by Gov. Brian Kemp. That is reason to celebrate! Where should you go?