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Archived Press Releases

Perry, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is proud to announce the Georgia winners of the 25th Anniversary Fish Art Contest, including two national champions.

Social Circle, Ga.

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

BRUNSWICK, GA

Georgia’s nesting season for loggerhead sea turtles started farther up the coast than usual this week yet still at a most fitting plac

MANSFIELD, GA

Let’s get “wild” at the upcoming Keeping GA Wild Family Festival at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center near Mansfield, Georgia, scheduled for Sat., May 20, 2023 (9 am – 2 pm). 

Mansfield, Ga.

From the excited hum in the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center banquet hall to children flocking to a presentation on native turtles, the Georgia Youth Birding Competition returned to full form last w

Atlanta, Ga

Living the “city life” doesn’t mean you don’t also love the outdoors life! Join us as we help host the Great Outdoors Day on the Atlanta BeltLine on Sat.

Forsyth, Ga

With spring warming, snakes are moving and Daniel Sollenberger’s phone is ringing.

Social Circle, Ga.

Duck, duck…nope, this is about the goose.

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.

Social Circle, Ga.

Spring is springing, and along with seeing greener trees and budding blooms, you might see a variety of wildlife that have been “hidden” throughout the winter months, including black bears.

Social Circle, Ga.

Four budding bird artists have been selected as T-shirt Art Contest winners in Georgia’s 17th annual Youth Birding Competition, according to the state Department of Natural Resources.

Brunswick, Ga.

With sea turtle and manatee sightings on the rise on Georgia’s coast, boaters should be on the lookout for these big and rare animals.

Social Circle, Ga.

If your angling skills need a new challenge this year, it’s time to triple up your catch and take on the Georgia Trout Slam.

Social Circle, Ga.

An Athens resident has been named chief of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Conservation Section.

Social Circle, Ga.

Last year, Arizona resident Michael Lopez traveled across seven states, twice, so he could complete his Georgia Bass Slam.

Social Circle, Ga.

Do you remember the first fish you caught? Even if you don’t remember all the details, I bet you remember how it made you feel.

Albany, Ga

A two-year bass tagging project on the Flint River conducted by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) and Auburn University remains underway this year – and

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.

Social Circle, Ga

In the spring, it is not unusual to see young wildlife that appear to be alone.

Social Circle, GA

Do you need hunter education before heading out in pursuit of a gobbler?