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Revised rules encourage fishing
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division is making it easier for anglers to validate their outstanding catches by revising the 2007 rules for WRD's Angler Award Program.
Much of South Georgia's drought 'extreme'
By Russ Bynum Associated Press Writer SAVANNAH - Drought conditions have worsened from severe to extreme in 20 southern Georgia counties, the state climatologist said Tuesday as the South suffers through an unusually dry spring. Some parts of southern Georgia have rainfall deficits of more than 10 inches for the year. Rivers and streams in the region are showing record-low flows for April, said David Stooksbury, Georgia's state climatologist. In 16 counties in southern Georgia ...
River groups raise money to preserve coastal resources
Supporters of Georgia's rivers and coast enjoyed Coastal Treasures, an evening fundraiser hosted April 14 at Delegal Marina to support work that preserves the state's coastal resources.
Hearings on hunting laws
The Georgia DNR, WRD will hold three public hearings to receive input on proposed changes to the hunting regulations for the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 seasons. The public hearings are scheduled for Tuesday in Newnan, Wednesday Cordele and Thursday in Jasper.
Wildlife camp offered by DNR
Registration is open for the 2007 Wild Summer Week overnight camp in Mansfield. The Charlie Elliot Wildlife Center includes 6,400 acres of forests, fields and lakes. The camp is hosted and organized by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division. Dates for the "Wild Summer Week" overnight camp are June 9-13 and is open to children ages 11-14. The cost for the five-day overnight camp is $250 per child, which includes food, lodging, ...
Hunting law opinions sought
The Georgia DNR, WRD is accepting public comment on proposed changes to the hunting regulations for the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 seasons.
Migratory Bird Day is May 12
Grab the binoculars and head outdoors for some of the most outstanding bird watching opportunities available in Georgia this spring and summer. To raise awareness of the conservation needs of migratory songbirds, shorebirds and their habitats throughout the hemisphere, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division and State Parks and Historic Sites Division, Georgia Partners in Flight, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and many statewide partners designated Saturday, May 12 for recognition of ...
Concerns to turtles may lead to crab trap TEDs
BRUNSWICK - Recently listed as an "unusual" species by the Board of Natural Resources, the diamondback terrapin will be the focus of two new studies coordinated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and involving the University of Georgia and volunteers from Chatham County.
Marsh, shore protectino meeting in Midway
BRUNSWICK - A joint meeting of the Coastal Marshlands and Shore Protection committees is set for 9 a.m. Friday, May 4, at the Coastal EMC building, 1265 Highway 17 in Midway.
Drought prompts stricter water limits
The director of the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has declared a level two drought response across the state and will require all Georgians to follow a more stringent outdoor water use schedule.
Roadside cleanup through Hinesville
The Great American Cleanup in Liberty County will conduct the Hinesville 84 Roadside Cleanup from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. April 28.
Liberty County Bass Club
The Liberty County Bass Club hosted a fishing tournament in Hardeeville, S.C., on the Savannah River on April 7. The weather was cold with high winds but the club members' spirits were high.
Hummingbirds migrants through Georiga
Hang up your feeders and they will come. A loyal band of birders are watching their feeders anxiously to catch sight of the first ruby-throated hummingbird in their backyards this season. These and other avian acrobats are returning to Georgia this spring from their wintering grounds to the south. Ruby-throated hummingbirds may travel more than 600 miles from Mexico to arrive in our state announces the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division (DNR/WRD).
Clean up along 84 in Hinesville Saturday
The Great American Cleanup in Liberty County will conduct the Hinesville 84 Roadside Cleanup from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday.
Outdoors briefs
Wildlife camp Registration is open for the 2007 Wild Summer Week overnight camp in Mansfield. The Charlie Elliot Wildlife Center (CEWC) includes 6,400 acres of forests, fields and lakes. The camp is hosted and organized by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). Dates for the "Wild Summer Week" overnight camp are June 9-13 and is open to children ages 11-14. The cost for the five-day overnight camp is $250 per ...
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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.
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.
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