http://www.georgiawildlife.com/news/ Find information about hunting seasons, fishing locations, wildlife viewing opportunities, boating safety, educational programs and more. You can even learn how to get involved and support wildlife conservation efforts right here in Georgia. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:56:50 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/sites/all/themes/custom/gwotheme/images/wildlifeLogo2.gif http://www.georgiawildlife.com/ http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2346 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (9/1/2010) From monitoring swallow-tailed kites along the coast to surveying rare fishes in highland rivers, the federal State Wildlife Grants Program has funded wildlife conservation across Georgia since 2000. Yet most Georgians never knew it. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2346 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2345 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/30/2010) In June 2009, Georgia and three neighboring states received a $1 million federal grant to increase the quality, quantity and connectivity of prime sandhill habitat. The three-year project was aimed at benefiting gopher tortoises and as many as 54 other sandhill species that need significant conservation measures. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2345 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2340 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/26/2010) The end of summer doesn't have to mean the end of fun in the great outdoors. As Labor Day approaches, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages families to get outdoors over the holiday weekend and continue enjoying outdoor activities into the fall. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2340 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2341 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/26/2010) While most Georgians have headed back to work and school, a warm holiday weekend always brings people to the water to celebrate. This Labor Day weekend will be no exception and given that expected level of activity, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division stresses the importance of safety for all boat drivers and passengers. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2341 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2342 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/26/2010) The window of opportunity is closing for those interested in applying for a quota deer hunt on select public land and at select State Parks. If you want a chance to hunt, you need to be sure to get your online quota application in before midnight September 1. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2342 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2343 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/26/2010) The Board of Natural Resources recently approved the 2010-2011 waterfowl hunting regulations. "Changes to note for the 2010-2011 migratory bird and waterfowl regulations is that the bag limit on pintail ducks has increased from 1 to 2 and that the take of white-winged doves contributes towards the daily bag limit of 15 doves, whether they are mourning or white-winged doves," says Assistant Chief of Game Management John Bowers. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2343 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2328 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/23/2010) The Migratory Bird Hunting license (or HIP permit) requires all hunters pursuing doves, ducks, geese, rails and other migratory bird species to complete an annual harvest survey. The free license is available online, by phone or at retail license agents across the state, and requires hunters to report harvest rates. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2328 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2330 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/23/2010) Hunter education courses in Georgia are offered three ways: by classroom, CD-Rom or online. Completion of a hunter education course is required for those born on or after January 1, 1961, who purchase a hunting license. The only exception is for those who purchase an Apprentice License - which offers novice hunters (16 years of age and older) an opportunity to hunt for three days without completing a hunter education course. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2330 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2327 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/23/2010) Hunters statewide can celebrate the beginning of dove season at noon Saturday, Sept. 4. Long-awaited opening day is traditionally considered the beginning of the fall hunting season, and with the numerous wildlife management area hunts scheduled, Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2327 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2329 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/23/2010) Georgians curious about the differences between legitimate dove field preparation and illegal baiting should read "Dove Hunting and Agricultural Practices in Georgia," available at www.gohuntgeorgia.com . Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2329 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2323 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/19/2010) The discovery of a federally endangered amber darter in North Georgia's Coosawattee River raises hope for the survival of a rare fish known from only two other river systems. Recent sampling on the Coosawattee below Carters Lake actually produced three surprises: the amber darter and two state-endangered freckled darters. Neither species had been documented in the river before. Thu, 19 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2323 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2318 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/13/2010) Only one month left to take part in the Bobberthon fishing tournament. Bobberthon is a tournament at which registered anglers catch tagged bream in any of three public fishing area lakes. The angler then must register their tag. These first few steps can guarantee a prize - but then even more prizes are available! Fri, 13 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2318 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2319 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/13/2010) Whether still, stalk or squirrel dog hunting is your preference, the beginning of squirrel season is just around the corner. Often revered as a celebrated American fall tradition, squirrel hunting provides the perfect opportunity to introduce youth or a novice to the sport of hunting. Unlike some big game hunts, the pursuit of bushytails often involves more action for energetic youth, providing a greater level of interaction with the outdoors. Fri, 13 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2319 http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2314 SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. (8/11/2010) With more than 350 nesting pairs, Wilson's plovers in Georgia are doing much better than 10 years ago, according to a survey led by the state Department of Natural Resources. The survey in May and June found three times as many nesting pairs as in 2000. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:00:00 GMT http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/2314