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Run-off vote set for eagle wildlife-tag design

During a recent internet vote to choose four new vehicle license plates, the voting was neck-and-neck between the two eagle designs that benefit wildlife conservation.

November 05, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Meetings on changes to Sapelo Island transportation rules, fee structure set

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division is considering changes to the ferry-fee structure for certain guests. A modest rate increase is being considered to address increased operational costs and maintaining fiduciary responsibilities.

November 05, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Panola Mountain State Park to host deer hunt

STOCKBRIDGE - Georgia wildlife officials plan to hold a deer hunt at Panola Mountain State Park to control deer population in and around the park.

November 05, 2012 | The Associated Press | Outdoors/Recreation


Weather is working well for fishing

Hello, folks. I have to say that the weather is just right for fishing and going out on the river. If you have a boat, hook it up and head for the nearest location to put that baby in the water.

October 29, 2012 | Donny Branch | Outdoors/Recreation


‘Becoming An Outdoors-Woman’ weekend workshops planned

SOCIAL CIRCLE - Georgia women interested in the outdoors can develop their hunting, fishing, boating and other outdoor recreation skills through a new program series provided by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center.

October 29, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Gray’s Reef sanctuary seeks applicants

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is seeking applicants for three seats on its advisory council representing the K-12 education and nonliving resources research communities and one citizen-at-large.

October 29, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Hunters urged to always ‘ACTT’ for firearms safety

SOCIAL CIRCLE - During the previous hunting season, Georgia reported 36 hunting incidents, 16 of which involved firearms.

October 29, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Wildlife photo contest set

The Friends of the Savannah Coastal Wildlife Refuges are conducting a photography contest.

October 29, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Tybee Island sweepstakes set

TYBEE ISLAND - The deadline to enter the Fall in Love with Tybee" Sweepstakes is 5 p.m. Friday.

October 24, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


No shortage of trout to catch in area as good reports roll in

Hello, friends and neighbors. Hope life is treating you good. I have several reports from all around the region. My old friend, Capitan Jim Sheridan down around St. Simons, took his party out last weekend and they ended up with a nice haul. Back at dockside all counted they landed 14 trout, four spottail bass, and three really nice-sized flounder. Good payday for a good catch. Well, Liberty County Sheriff Steve Sikes went fishing with ...

October 22, 2012 | Donny Branch | Outdoors/Recreation


Caution urged to avoid deer

SOCIAL CIRCLE - With an estimated 50,000 deer-car collisions annually in Georgia, leaders of the state's wildlife, highway safety and insurance agencies are advising motorists to be cautious of increased deer sightings this fall.

October 22, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Hunters ready for firearms deer season

SOCIAL CIRCLE - While archery and primitive weapons season occurs first, many hunters anxiously wait until the opening day of firearms season to get into the woods.

October 15, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Hunters urged to ‘ACTT’ for firearms safety

SOCIAL CIRCLE - During the most recent hunting season, Georgia reported 36 hunting incidents, 16 of which involved firearms.

October 15, 2012 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Primitive-weapon hunting set

SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. - Georgia is setting aside a week in October for deer hunters who use bows, muzzle-loading rifles and other primitive firearms.

October 08, 2012 | The Associated Press | Outdoors/Recreation


Maps show the way to good fishing

Hello to all. The best fishing advice I ever heard came from my dad when he said, "Always keep a tight line." It's to the point, simplistic and effective - truer words were never spoken. If you strive to be a great fisherman or fisherwoman, then you must obey that simple doctrine.

October 08, 2012 | Donny Branch | Outdoors/Recreation


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Give beach birds plenty of space to nest

BRUNSWICK - Those getting ready for a summer vacation on Georgia's coast need to remember many wildlife species depend on the beach.

May 22, 2013 | Special to the Courier | Outdoors/Recreation


Start park lodges under new management

Four of Georgia State Parks' lodges and resorts are or soon will be under new management, according to State Parks Director Becky Kelley.

May 14, 2013 | By Randy C. Murray | Outdoors/Recreation


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