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Archived Press Releases

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

Social Circle, GA

Teachers and students across the state are invited to celebrate wildlife through art by participating in the 34th annual Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest.

Alapaha, Ga.

At least 75 percent, maybe more, of the flowering plants on earth receive pollination from insects or animals, with elements like wind assisting others.

Social Circle, Ga.

Squirrel for dinner? Yes, please. Whether fried with gravy, barbeque style, slow cooker, in a casserole, or any other delicious way, squirrel is a healthy, sustainable source of protein.

Waycross, GA

A blue catfish tagging project on the Satilla River is underway and Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) researchers need your help!

Social Circle, Ga.

We know it is summertime now – but hunting season will be here before you know it.

Social Circle, Ga.

Angling for something to do this summer?

Social Circle, Ga.

When making family plans for the summer, be sure to include time to visit one or more of Georgia’s 11 Public Fishing Areas (PFA).

Social Circle, Ga.

Take the test!

Social Circle, Ga.

The clock is ticking for Georgia pet owners who have any of the six reptile species newly regulated by the state to get their pets tagged and registered.

Social Circle, Ga.

Bald eagle surveys in Georgia revealed the iconic raptors nesting and fledging young at healthy rates this year, including in coastal areas where avian influenza hammered eagles last spring.

Social Circle, Ga.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced today that Chronic Wasting Disease has been detected in a road-killed deer sampled for routine surveillance in Holmes County, F

Social Circle, Ga.

The Canada goose thrives in a variety of habitats, including such areas as neighborhood ponds, office complexes, city parks and other developed areas.