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Archived Press Releases

Brunswick, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division (CRD) sank a retired tugboat offshore today for use as an artificial reef. The 41-foot tugboat Brenda K. was sunk at Artificial Reef KBY, 8 nautical miles east of Cumberland Island in about 50 feet of water.
 

Brunswick, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division (CRD) launched its latest oyster restoration project Monday in Liberty County west of St. Catherines Island.

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 Commissioner for Public and Governmental Affairs, Grants and Outdoor Recreation.

Brunswick, Ga.

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is seeking help from recreational saltwater anglers in collecting data during the upcoming red snapper harvest

Brunswick, Ga.

Georgia’s commercial and recreational food shrimp season will open in the state’s territorial waters at 8 a.m. June 20, 2023, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today.

Brunswick, Ga.

Recreational and commercial oyster harvesting in Georgia will close at 6 a.m. June 1, 2023, and re-open for the year thirty minutes before sunrise on Saturday, October 1, 2023, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today.

Brunswick, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has released its annual Coastal Georgia Ecosystem Report Card, highlighting the current health and condition of the region's ecosystems.

Brunswick, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is excited to announce the return of CoastFest, a celebration of coastal conservation and education. This year's event will take place on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, at Mary Ross Waterfront Park in historic downtown Brunswick and promises to be a day filled with fun, learning, and appreciation for Georgia's beautiful coast.

Brunswick, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that a new state record has been set for the heaviest vermilion snapper caught by a woman angler.

Brunswick, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is pleased to announce the re-opening of the Glynn County-owned Village Creek public boat ramp after undergoing extensive construction and renovation.

Brunswick, Ga.

A Richmond Hill angler has set a new state saltwater game fish record for pinfish, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today.

Brunswick, Ga.

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is proud to announce that the sale of a specialty vehicle license plate has raised more than $1 million for the creation of artificial reefs and marine habitat enhancement in Georgia since its April 2017 launch.

Brunswick, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking saltwater fishing experts and enthusiasts to serve on its Finfish Advisory Panel.

Brunswick, Ga.

A Brunswick-based litter prevention nonprofit recently recognized a Coastal Resources Division (CRD) marine biologist for her volunteer service to the community. 

Brunswick, Ga.

A Midway man is the new tie state record holder for sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus) after the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) certified his catch today. 

Brunswick, Ga.

The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking qualified applicants to serve on a committee that advises CRD’s Georgia Coastal Management Program (GCMP).

Brunswick, Ga.

The public boat ramp at Village Creek Landing on South Harrington Road on St. Simons Island will close for repairs today for approximately 75 days.

Brunswick, Ga

Georgia’s commercial and recreational food shrimp season will close as prescribed by law at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today.

Brunswick, Ga.

The commercial harvest of Atlantic Cobia (Rachycentron canadum) will be suspended in Georgia’s state waters from 12:01 a.m. Dec. 16, 2022, until 11:59 p.m. Dec. 31, 2022, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today.

Atlanta, Ga

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for its 2023 Career Academy now through Nov. 30.