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SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

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

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Why plan a trip to one or more of Georgia’s 11 Public Fishing Areas (PFA)? 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Don’t let summer slip away without heading out to the local fishing hole and casting a line for catfish. 

ATLANTA, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the Outdoors Beyond Barriers initiative earlier this year, and already new events are planned for mobility-challenged hunters this upcomi

WAYCROSS, Ga

For the second year in a row, Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) researchers are conducting a blue catfish tagging project on the Satilla River and need your

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Chalk up another solid season for bald eagles nesting in Georgia.

Blairsville, GA.

Get ready shooting enthusiasts! The new Union County Gun Range celebrated its grand opening and is ready for visitors.

PORTAL, Ga

Anglers, let’s get excited about a new freshwater fish state record!

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) urges anglers and boaters to be aware and help prevent further spread of an invasive mystery snail recently discovered

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Migratory bird season hunting dates and regulations for Georgia were recently approved by the Board of Natural Resources, so waterfowl hunters can start making their 2024-2025 season plans, accordi

Social Circle, Ga.

One of the most easily identifiable birds, the Canada goose has the amazing ability to thrive in a variety of habitats.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Are you headed out to explore the great Georgia outdoors? Be BearWise!

Social Circle, Ga.

Beginning June 1, hunters can apply electronically for quota hunts including youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and many others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildl

Social Circle, Ga.

Grab the fishing pole and the tackle box and let’s go gas up the boat, National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) begins soon!

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) announces the promotion of Kaitlin Goode to Chief of Communication, Education and Outreach.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is proud to announce the Georgia winners of the Fish Art Contest.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

While most Georgians treasure seeing backyard wildlife like songbirds and squirrels, the sentiment might fade if you find wildlife digging through your trash can or tearing open bags of pet food on

Brunswick, GA.

Georgia’s nesting season for loggerhead sea turtles began with a three-island rush last weekend. A nest each was found on Wassaw and Jekyll islands, plus two on Blackbeard.

BRUNSWICK, Ga.

Georgia beaches are not only vacation destinations, they are prime spots for nesting shorebirds and seabirds and for migrating species feeding for long flights to the Arctic.

MANSFIELD, GA

Let’s get the whole family outdoors to enjoy the free Keeping GA Wild Family Festival at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center (CEWC) near Mansfield, Georgia, scheduled for Sat., May 18, 2024 (9 am –

ATLANTA, GA

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.

Social Circle, Ga.

Public input is important and valuable in the development and implementation of state regulations, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.