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Archived Press Releases

FARGO, GA.

For the third time in less than a year, Georgia has a new freshwater fish state record spotted sunfish! 

JEKYLL ISLAND, GA

Georgia’s nesting season for loggerhead sea turtles began with a first nest discovery on Jekyll Island.

MANSFIELD, GA

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Social Circle, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Wildlife Resources Division confirmed a second deer has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD).

Brunswick, Ga.

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

MANSFIELD, GA

Ribbon-cutting ceremony held today for the new Joe Tanner Discovery Center, located at the Charlie Elliott Wildlfie Center.

PEARSON, Ga

Georgia has a new freshwater fish state record tie! 

Social Circle, Ga.

Twelve schoolchildren have been announced as statewide winners in the annual Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest.

Social Circle, Ga.

The Canada goose adapts easily to different environments, from open farmland and rural reservoirs to suburban neighborhood ponds, office complexes, parks and other developed areas.

Mansfield, Ga.

The 19th annual Georgia Youth Birding Competition drew about 130 young birders from across the state to Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Saturday.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Getting the best or the latest fishing information isn’t a secret. 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Over 340 anglers reeled in a Georgia Angler Award last year. Can we beat it in in 2025? 

Perry, GA

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

Social Circle, GA

Don’t remove wildlife from their habitat!

Social Circle, GA

Springtime brings many species of wildlife, including black bears, back into public view.

Social Circle, GA

Six grant projects announced today by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources will improve public opportunities to see and learn about native animals and plants statewide.

Forsyth, Ga.

The rising temperatures have snakes moving and Daniel Sollenberger’s phone ringing.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the selection of the 2024-2025 Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program “Conserve Georgia” grants for conservation and outdoor recreation proj

Social Circle, GA

Are your waters safe from invaders?