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. You can help generate the same feeling for your kids when you bring them to a Family or Kids Fishing Event, …
Social Circle, Ga. Last year, Arizona resident Michael Lopez traveled across seven states, twice, so he could complete his Georgia Bass Slam. Spurred on by an initial catch of a brilliantly colored redeye bass from Jacks River in Fannin County, he found …
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 researchers need your help! Through this project, …
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. The proposals chosen by the DNR Wildlife Resources Division for this year’s …
The last week of March hitting the calendar means trout stocking trucks hitting the road headed to your favorite North Georgia waterways. Trout fishing opportunities will be abundant as the Georgia Trout Program returns to stocking over one million trout …
Let’s talk turkey. The Georgia turkey hunting season to be exact. The statewide turkey hunting season opens on private land on Sat., April 1, 2023, and on public lands, including Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and National Forest land, on Sat., April 8, …
Social Circle, GA Monday, March 27, 2023 - 14:37 Before heading out to the woods for a turkey hunt, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division encourages all hunters to take time to review important turkey hunting safety tips …
Do you need hunter education before heading out in pursuit of a gobbler? You have options! Hunters in need of the Georgia hunter education course can choose to go completely online or attend a classroom course, according to the Georgia Department of …
In the spring, it is not unusual to see young wildlife that appear to be alone. Before you attempt to help – STOP and remember that it is best to leave wildlife where they are found, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife …
Springtime is prime time along Georgia’s Colonial Coast Birding Trail to see birds decked out in beautiful breeding plumage. Wildlife biologist Tim Keyes of the state Department of Natural Resources said spring is when “even ordinarily drab birds look …
The forecast is excellent for a successful fishing trip! Want to better ensure your fishing success at your local waterway? No need to consult a crystal ball to get the fishing outlook, just check the updated Georgia Fishing Forecasts! Georgia Department …
Georgia’s popular Youth Birding Competition returns to its roots this year while still offering the wider timeframe for birding adopted during the pandemic. The 17th annual birdathon held by the state Department of Natural Resources and partners is set for …
Just under 300 anglers reeled in a Georgia Angler Award last year. Let’s get that number even higher in 2023! The Angler Award program recognizes individuals who catch fish that meet or exceed a specific weight or length for that particular species, …
Catching a Bass Slam or landing an Angler Award fish is already an accomplishment and garners some fun rewards, but it’s even more exciting when you win the Grand Prize for the 2022 Bass Slam or Angler Award Program! Out of the 43 Bass Slammers and 295 …
We hope your 2023 New Year’s resolutions include spending more time outdoors and wetting a line at your favorite lake, pond, stream or river! To help you plan, the updated 2023 Georgia Sport Fishing Regulations Guide is now available, says the Georgia …
Opening day of Shad Season on January 1, 2023. Commercial fishermen can take to the water beginning at 12 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2023, to take advantage of the opening day of shad season, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife …
Social Circle. GA Georgia is offering a helping hand to projects that help people experience the animals, plants and natural habitats emphasized in Georgia’s State Wildlife Action Plan. The opportunity comes by way of the state Department of Natural …
Looking for the best holiday gift idea for that special outdoor enthusiast on your list? No need to go to the stores - gift them a hunting or fishing (or combo) license to help them enjoy the wild places they love, according to the Georgia Department of …
Social Circle. GA Citing threats from non-native species, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources has expanded limits on animals that can be bought, sold or kept as pets in the state. Owners of newly listed species, legally called wild animals and …
Social Circle. GA Teachers and students across the state are invited to celebrate wildlife through art by participating in the 33rd annual Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest. The goal of this competition for grades K-5 is to generate knowledge of and …
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