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| Oct 13, 2026 | Primitive Weapons Deer Season Opens Sat. Oct. 10 | The week-long Georgia primitive weapons deer hunting season begins Sat., Oct. 10.
Last year, nearly 11,000 deer were harvested during the primitive weapons season with muzzleloaders, archery, and youth hunting with firearms, according to th... |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Beetles of the Dunes | By DIRK J. STEVENSON
Georgia’s river dunes are extremely deep sand ridges that occur on the northeast sides of major streams in the Coastal Plain. These ridges, formed 15,000-30,000 years ago, are composed of droughty, coarse and excessivel... |
| Sep 22, 2026 | Georgia PFAs Provide a Great Place for Fishing, Families and Fun | Need an outdoor adventure to add to your fall schedule? Plan a visit to one of Georgia’s 11 Public Fishing Areas (PFA).
Naturally, the fishing is great, as PFAs are managed specifically for fishing by the Georgia Department of Natural Resou... |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Grab Your Gear: Early Teal and Goose Season Opportunities | It’s time to grab your gear and start scouting. Georgia’s early waterfowl season is almost here.
Hunters can get a jump on the waterfowl season with the upcoming early teal and Canada goose hunting season, according to the Georgia Departmen... |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Grab Your Gear: Early Teal and Goose Season Opportunities | It’s time to grab your gear and start scouting. Georgia’s early waterfowl season is almost here.
Hunters can get a jump on the waterfowl season with the upcoming early teal and Canada goose hunting season, according to the Georgia Departmen... |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Georgia Dove Hunting Season Opens Saturday, September 5 | Eyes to the skies, Georgia hunters! The 2026-2027 dove season is almost here and it’s time to start making your opening day plans.
According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD), opening day will... |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Countdown to the Start of Georgia's Squirrel Hunting Season | Grab your favorite .22 and get ready to hit the woods.
Georgia’s squirrel hunting season opens August 15, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD).
“For those looking into becoming a hunter... |
| Aug 4, 2026 | Countdown to the Start of Georgia's Squirrel Hunting Season | Grab your favorite .22 and get ready to hit the woods.
Georgia’s squirrel hunting season opens August 15, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD).
“For those looking into becoming a hunter... |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Celebrating a Botanical Treasure | Known for Georgia Plume, Big Hammock Landmark Turns 50
By LISA KRUSE
Big Hammock is an ancient, isolated sand ridge that rises nearly 100 feet from the Altamaha River floodplain near Glennville. It’s also one of Georgia’s amazing wild place... |
| Jun 1, 2026 | National Fishing and Boating Week Returns June 6-14 | Looking for the perfect reason to spend time outdoors?
National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) returns June 6–14, 2026, offering Georgians a great opportunity to get on the water, introduce someone new to fishing, and take advantage of two... |
| May 29, 2026 | National Fishing and Boating Week Returns June 6-14 | Looking for the perfect reason to spend time outdoors?
National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) returns June 6–14, 2026, offering Georgians a great opportunity to get on the water, introduce someone new to fishing, and take advantage of two... |
| May 28, 2026 | Mark Your Calendars: Quota Hunt Applications Open June 1 | Another hunting season is on the horizon.
Beginning June 1, hunters can electronically apply for most quota hunts including certain youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and many others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Reso... |
| May 22, 2026 | Mark Your Calendars: Quota Hunt Applications Open June 1 | Another hunting season is on the horizon.
Beginning June 1, hunters can electronically apply for most quota hunts including certain youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and many others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Reso... |
| May 6, 2026 | Free Fun at Keeping GA Wild Family Festival: May 16, 2026 | This FREE fun-filled event runs from 9 am-2 pm and includes an array of activities that focus on Georgia wildlife, conservation, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Kids can try archery, fishing, shooting sports, and see K-9 demonstrati... |
| May 6, 2026 | Click to Support Georgia Wildlife | Help conserve Georgia wildlife with a few keystrokes?
It’s possible in the GoOutdoorsGeorgia Shop, which offers five options to support the Georgia Wildlife Conservation Fund in click-and-give amounts of $5 to $100.
Or, when buying a huntin... |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Cast a Line and Make Memories at a Georgia Family Fishing Event | Spring is the perfect time to get outside, spend quality time together, and introduce your family to the joys of fishing.
Not sure where to begin? Check out the list of Family and Kids Fishing Events and make plans to attend one, suggests t... |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Boating Alert: Slow Down, Keep Watch for Manatees, Sea Turtles | 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.
Boat strikes are a leading cause of sea turtle strandings and manatee injuries and deaths. Manatees and a... |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Talk Turkey to Me: Georgia Turkey Hunting Season | It’s almost turkey time – and not the kind that leaves you stuffed after family gatherings.
The statewide Georgia turkey hunting season opens on private land on Sat., March 28, 2026. On public lands, including Wildlife Management Areas (WMA... |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Trout Stocking Returns to North Georgia Streams | CLARKESVILLE, Ga.
Trout stocking trucks are preparing to head out to many of North Georgia’s favorite trout streams. When will you plan your next fishing trip?
As winter transitions to spring, anglers across the region can look forward to a... |
| Mar 17, 2026 | Youth and Mobility-Impaired Hunters Get Early Turkey Season Start | Youth and mobility-impaired hunters get an early start to turkey season on March 21-22, 2026.
This special opportunity gives youth and mobility-impaired hunters a chance to harvest a gobbler on private lands before the statewide turkey seas... |
| Mar 10, 2026 | New State Record Longnose Gar Caught on Lake Blackshear | Announcing a new freshwater fish state record is a great way to kick off the beginning of March! Georgia has a new state record longnose gar, caught by angler Silas Turner of Hawkinsville, Ga.
His catch, caught on March 5, 2026 on Lake Blac... |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Stream Into Action: Delayed Harvest Streams Open Nov. 1 | The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) announces the start of the Delayed Harvest trout season on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.
Anglers can look forward to freshly stocked streams and excellent fishing oppo... |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Georgia Archery Deer Hunting Season Opens Saturday, Sept. 13 | The wait is almost over! For many Georgians, the true sign of the season isn’t cooler mornings, instead it’s opening day of archery season. The statewide archery deer hunting season begins Saturday, Sept. 13, according to the Georgia Depart... |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 2025-26 Georgia Dove Hunting Season Opens Sat. Sept. 6 | Attention Georgia dove hunters! The 2025-2026 dove season is right around the corner.
According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD), opening day will kick off the season on Sat. Sept. 6.
“Dove h... |
| Apr 21, 2025 | Atkinson County Angler Reels In a Tie State Record Fish | Georgia has a new freshwater fish state record tie!
Wesley Daniels of Pearson, GA landed a tie to the current Spotted Sunfish state record of 0 lb, 12 oz on April 15 from the Suwannee River. This 8 ¾ inch catch ties the previous state recor... |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Trout Are on The Way to Your Favorite North Georgia Waterways | Gainesville, Ga.
Trout stocking trucks are rolling right now to stock your favorite North Georgia waterways. When is your next fishing trip?
It has been a long winter, but spring is here and thanks to the long-standing partnership between t... |
| Mar 20, 2025 | It’s Time To Talk Turkey: Georgia Turkey Hunting Season | When can you get in the woods to get a gobbler? The statewide Georgia turkey hunting season opens on private land on Sat., March 29, 2025, and on public lands, including Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and National Forest land, on Sat., Ap... |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Early Turkey Hunt Opportunity for Youth and Mobility-Impaired Hunters | Before the statewide turkey season opens, youth and mobility-impaired hunters get an early chance to harvest a gobbler on private lands during a special opportunity turkey season on March 22-23, 2025, according to the Georgia Department of ... |
| Jul 22, 2024 | New Hunting Opportunities Offered: DNR Outdoors Beyond Barriers | 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 upcoming season.
“More than 2.2 million Georgians... |
| Jul 22, 2024 | Georgia Public Fishing Areas are for Family, Fishing and Fun | Naturally, the fishing is great as PFAs are managed for fishing by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD), but did you know that most areas also offer additional experiences to entertain the whole fam... |
| Jul 22, 2024 | Fishing for Catfish in Georgia | Don’t let summer slip away without heading out to the local fishing hole and casting a line for catfish.
There are plenty of locations to land a catfish, and it’s a great experience for both new and experienced anglers, according to the Geo... |
| May 30, 2024 | Beginning June 1, Apply For A Georgia Quota Hunt | Social Circle, Ga.
Beginning June 1, hunters can apply electronically for quota hunts including youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and many others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (... |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Boating Caution: Slow Down, Watch for Manatees, Sea Turtles | 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.
Boat strikes are a leading cause of sea turtle strandings and manatee injuries and deaths.... |
| Feb 23, 2024 | Forsyth County Angler Reels In A State Record Tie On Lake Burton | Gainesville, Ga.
The state fish record for yellow perch is tied. Angler Emerson Mulhall of Cumming, GA reeled in a whopping 2 lb, 9 oz (16 inch) fish on Feb. 18 on Lake Burton, tying the current state record established in 2013, according t... |
| Nov 21, 2023 | Waterfowl Hunters: Duck Season Opens November 18: Note Special Early Opportunity Hunt Available for Youth, Active Military and Veterans (Nov. 11-12) | Social Circle, Ga.
Waterfowl hunters are ready to head to their favorite wetland location for the opening day of the Georgia duck hunting season when it opens on Sat., Nov. 18, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildl... |
| Aug 3, 2023 | Georgia Squirrel Hunting Season Begins August 15: Time to Bring a Friend Hunting with You | 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.
Squirrel hunting season opens Augu... |
| Jun 8, 2023 | Migratory Bird Hunting Dates And Regulations Approved For 2023-2024 Season | Social Circle, Ga.
Waterfowl hunters can start making plans as the 2023-2024 migratory bird season hunting dates and regulations were recently approved by the Board of Natural Resources, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resour... |
| Jun 7, 2023 | Georgia Quota Hunt Application Period Begins June 1 | Social Circle, Ga.
Beginning June 1, hunters can apply electronically for quota hunts including youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and many others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division
“... |
| Dec 10, 2022 | Best Holiday Gift Idea Ever? One That Includes Year-Round Recreation | 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 ... |
| Oct 26, 2022 | Calling All Trout Anglers! Delayed Harvest Begins Nov. 1 | If you were looking for a reason to go trout fishing, we have just the ticket.
Beginning November 1, trout fishing on Georgia’s delayed harvest trout streams will be in full swing, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ W... |
| Oct 5, 2022 | Hunt Safely During Primitive Weapons Season | Planning on hunting during the primitive weapons deer hunting season that opens on Oct. 15? Wait!
Before you go, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division encourages you to review important safety information.... |
| Oct 4, 2022 | Catch Fall Migration Along Georgia’s Colonial Coastal Birding Trail | Don’t miss the chance to see migratory birds passing through some of coastal Georgia’s best viewing areas this fall.
Wildlife biologist Tim Keyes of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources describes the coast as “full of bird activity.”... |
| Aug 9, 2022 | Georgia Squirrel Hunting Season Begins Aug. 15 | Looking for a healthy, sustainable source of protein and a good woodland hike? Squirrel hunting season, which opens August 15, can meet those goals, and get everyone excited about fall hunting seasons, according to the Georgia Department of... |
| Jun 7, 2022 | Duck-Dove-Goose: 2022-23 Georgia Migratory Bird Hunting Season Info | Time to make your duck, dove and goose hunting plans for the year.
The 2022-2023 migratory bird season hunting dates and regulations were recently approved by the Board of Natural Resources, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Re... |
| May 26, 2022 | Georgia Quota Hunts: Apply Beginning June 1 | Beginning June 1, hunters can apply electronically for quota hunts including youth, deer, alligator, waterfowl, dove and many others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
“Quota hunts, which... |
| May 18, 2022 | Clean Feeders Save Birds | Birds are at risk from a variety of diseases that can flourish when birds flock to neglected feeders.
Wildlife biologist Todd Schneider of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources said the public can help by cleaning their feeders regula... |
| May 11, 2022 | New State Record Redbreast Sunfish Caught on Satilla River | The top spots continue to fall as Georgia waters keep yielding record fish!
Four new state records have been caught since December. The latest state record fish, and pending world record tie, is a redbreast sunfish caught by Lester Roberts ... |
| Apr 21, 2022 | DNR: What to Do When You See A Snake | As spring hits full stride, Daniel Sollenberger will field more calls and emails about snakes. And most will involve two questions: What species is this and what should I do?
As for the first question, seldom is the snake a venomous species... |
| Apr 13, 2022 | Boating Caution on the Coast: Slow Down, Watch for Sea Turtles, Manatees | BRUNSWICK, Ga. (March 31, 2022) – 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.
Boat strikes are a leading cause of sea turtle strandings and manatee i... |
