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Social Circle, Ga.

Any time you are driving a vehicle, you need to be watchful. However, in the Fall, you need to be extra vigilant. Why?

Social Circle, Ga.

Beginning November 1, don’t “delay” if you are planning a visit to a one of Georgia’s five Delayed Harvest trout streams.

Social Circle, Ga.

Hunting repeatedly shows itself as a safe sport.

Social Circle, Ga.

Many Georgia hunters eagerly await the opening day of firearms deer hunting season each year. Luckily, that wait is almost over as the statewide deer hunting firearms season opens Sat., Oct.

Social Circle, Ga.

Before you head to the woods for the primitive weapons deer hunting season that opens Oct.

Social Circle, Ga.

Hunters in Georgia have the opportunity for an early “shot” at a deer during the upcoming week-long primitive weapons deer hunting season opening Sat., Oct. 14.

Atlanta, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the appointment of two new deputy commissioners: Thomas Barnard as Deputy Commissioner for Operations and Trevor Santos as Deputy C

Social Circle, GA

Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) staff recently captured non-native flathead catfish while sampling in the Ogeechee River.

Perry, Ga.

Go Draw a Fish Georgia! The Fish Art Contest for 2023-24 is officially underway.

Social Circle, Ga.

Hey, kids! Do you enjoy nature as well as creating artwork? Georgia’s 18th annual Youth Birding Competition invites resident children and teens to celebrate birds through a T-shirt art contest.

Social Circle, Ga.

National Hunting and Fishing Day, the fourth Saturday of every September, is a day meant to recognize generations of hunters and anglers that have given their time and money to help make wildlife c

Social Circle, Ga.

Ready to start the Georgia hunting season? If your plans include utilizing a tree stand, don’t overlook important safety precautions.

Social Circle, Ga.

The statewide archery deer hunting season begins Saturday, Sept. 9, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD).

Social Circle, Ga.

Even though the heat of summer is in full effect, hungry bears are packing on the pounds and female bears are teaching foraging skills to their cubs as they prepare for the winter.

Social Circle, Ga.

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), a fatal disease affecting deer, has not been detected in Georgia and you can be instrumental in helping keep it out, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Re

Social Circle, Ga.

Before you pick the best dove field to visit this year, be sure you have completed a hunter education course.

Social Circle, Ga.

The Georgia dove hunting season opens Sat. Sept. 2, 2023, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD).

Social Circle, Ga.

If you are interested in bagging some early birds this year, be sure to take advantage of the upcoming early hunting seasons for teal and Canada goose, according to the Georgia Department of Natura

Mansfield, GA

Women wanting to explore activities like backpacking, fishing, shooting and more can sometimes be left wondering, how do I get started? We have a great answer!

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