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Recent Press Releases

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

Deer don’t follow traffic laws, but drivers can take steps to avoid a collision. 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (DNR WRD) recently received a donation of rifles and shotguns from BPI Outdoors to enhance the Outdoors Beyond Barriers (OBB

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

It’s almost time for blaze orange/pink, crisp mornings, and deer camp!

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

Safety First When Hunting!

CLARKESVILLE, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) announces the start of the Delayed Harvest trout season on Sun., Nov. 1, 2026.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

The week-long Georgia primitive weapons deer hunting season begins Sat., Oct. 10. 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

Primitive weapons season opens Oct. 10, giving Georgia deer hunters another opportunity to head into the woods. 

ATLANTA, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and partners announced an agreement today to re-establish Pine Log Wildlife Management Area (WMA) and protect over 14,000 acres that made up most o

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is seeking applicants for its annual Conservation Teacher of the Year grant.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

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.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

Need an outdoor adventure to add to your fall schedule? Plan a visit to one of Georgia’s 11 Public Fishing Areas (PFA).

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

Make Being BearWise part of your outdoor plans!

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

A proclamation and a celebration! 

PERRY, Ga

The 2027 Fish Art Contest is now open. 

Social Circle, GA

Deer hunters – It’s almost time to head to the woods! Before you climb into a tree stand, remember: Safety First! Don’t forget to review safety precautions.

Social Circle, GA

Sight in those bows and get that draw dialed in! Opening day of archery season is almost here. The statewide archery deer hunting season begins Saturday, Sept.

Social Circle, GA

The public is encouraged to provide comments on proposed changes to Georgia’s Protected Species List from Aug. 28 to Sept.

Social Circle, Ga

Teachers and students across the state are invited to celebrate wildlife through art by participating in the 37th annual Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

Registration Opens Sept. 2 for 15th Annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop!

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga

It’s time to grab your gear and start scouting. Georgia’s early waterfowl season is almost here.