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ATLANTA, GA

With Gov. Brian Kemp declaring a state of emergency due to Hurricane Helene, Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) personnel are gearing up in preparation for the incoming storm system.

Social Circle, Ga.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has long offered a helping hand for projects that help people experience the state’s native wildlife and natural habitats.

Social Circle, Ga.

Teachers and students across the state are invited to celebrate wildlife through art by participating in the 35th annual Give Wildlife a Chance Poster Contest.

Social Circle, Ga.

During the 2023-2024 season, 14 of 29 total incidents were tree stand use related, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.

Social Circle, Ga.

The statewide archery deer hunting season begins Saturday, Sept. 14, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD).

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

You are invited to attend any of the multiple free scheduled events celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 28, 2024, a day made official by Gov.

MANSFIELD, GA

Calling all eager-to-learn women interested in furthering their awareness of outdoor activities! 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Attention Georgia dove hunters! The 2024-2025 dove season is right around the corner. 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Thinking of where you can find the best dove field for this year’s hunts? Before you make the big decision, be sure you have completed a hunter education course.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Hunters can get a jump on the waterfowl season with the upcoming early teal and Canada goose hunting season, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.&n

Social Circle, Ga.

August is designated as Shooting Sports Month according to a recent proclamation signed by Gov. Brian Kemp. That is reason to celebrate! Where should you go?

Social Circle, Ga.

Beginning Aug.

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Hunters and anglers, the 2024-2025 Georgia Hunting and Fishing Regulations and Seasons guide is now available online and in print! 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Why plan a trip to one or more of Georgia’s 11 Public Fishing Areas (PFA)? 

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Don’t let summer slip away without heading out to the local fishing hole and casting a line for catfish. 

ATLANTA, GA

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the Outdoors Beyond Barriers initiative earlier this year, and already new events are planned for mobility-challenged hunters this upcomi

WAYCROSS, Ga

For the second year in a row, Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) researchers are conducting a blue catfish tagging project on the Satilla River and need your

SOCIAL CIRCLE, GA

Chalk up another solid season for bald eagles nesting in Georgia.