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Significant efforts are underway this season to expand venison donations efforts in Georgia. The longest-running program, Georgia Hunters For The Hungry (GHFTH), has been active for more than 30 years, and this deer season the number of participating processors has tripled. Last year there were 12 processors in the state for Hunters For The Hungry.…
Boater Michael Conley, of Bainbridge, caught a two-day total of 10 bass weighing 25-lbs., 10-ozs., to win the Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine Super Tournament on Lake Oconee. The tournament, which concluded Sept. 22, was the fifth and final event of the season for the BFL Bulldog Division. Conley earned $4,869 for…
“Fishing. That’s one thing I’m looking forward to when I retire from the Navy. Fishing.” My cousin looked at me with longing in his eyes. “Will you take me fishing on the Alapaha?” This question came from a United States Naval Academy graduate and recent commander of the guided missile destroyer USS The Sullivans, but…
The impacts of Hurricane Helene and its destructive path though Georgia remain profound. Teams from all aspects of DNR are currently in the field right now helping with relief efforts, including assisting counties and power companies with clearing roads. While it is nothing compared to what people are dealing with in terms of loss of…
Don’t let the heat and humidity lull you into thinking hunting seasons are not right around the corner—we’re only six weeks from the start of squirrel season in Georgia! Here is a quick reference to the 2024-2025 Georgia hunting seasons. Most Georgia counties are either-sex for deer—meaning antlerless deer can be taken—during the entire deer…
With the dog days of summer coming to a close, deer hunters are anxiously waiting for the crisp autumn air to set in. Year after year, we spend countless hours pouring sweat, all in hopes that it pays off once the season comes around. With a cell cam and corn out, the stage was set…
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, J. Strom Thurmond Lake has experienced significant impacts, damage and property loss in the area due to Hurricane Helena. The Corps currently has minimal staffing due to the storm, but available project staff are currently assessing all parks/project areas and prioritizing tree removal/cleanup. For adjacent property owner…
Vol. 38, No. 10 John Megel with his Meriwether County 13-point buck that grossed 176 3/8 and includes 15 7/8-inch and 14 3/8-inch tines. Photo by Daryl Kirby October 2024 Magazine Flipbook Edition Articles available to paid GON subscribers October Feature Articles No hindsight ip unit displayed. Tricks To Fool Mature Bucks To kill…
Since Georgia Outdoor News magazine started in 1987, we have continuously enjoyed sharing the accomplishments of others. Some months we’ll receive hundreds of pictures of happy hunters and anglers every year who just want to share their accomplishments. We are truly blessed that so many loyal Georgians think enough of GON to share with us about what they’ve accomplished.…
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