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The Great American Outdoors Act, which was officially signed into law at a White House ceremony, is the most significant conservation legislation in a generation. It will protect wildlife habitat, conserve public lands and waters, and expand outdoor recreation opportunities across our state—and across the nation. The law, which was passed by overwhelming bipartisan majorities…
A storm rolled across parts of Lake Lanier yesterday afternoon that had waters churning much like you experience on an offshore fishing trip. Video was captured by the Watts On Wheels YouTube channel as they videoed from their houseboat in Aqualand Marina when the Aug. 3, 2020 storm blew through. The YouTube channel reported, “We…
Some squirrels appear to be benefiting from the coronavirus pandemic. Security camera video footage captured a New Jersey squirrel snatching two slices of fresh pizza out of a box that was purposely left on a front porch by a Grubhub delivery driver after using a “contactless” delivery method brought on by coronavirus. A mother from…
Thanks to the generous help of sponsors who care about the future of our kids and about hunting in Georgia, GON’s Youth Big-Buck Contest will take place again this deer season. Another youngster will win a grand prize $3,000 shopping spree at Adventure Outdoors in Smyrna. Plus, that grand-prize winner will get to spend a…
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division (LED) has upgraded its body camera program to incorporate the latest technology and to enhance officer safety and operational efficiency. The LED has utilized body cameras for over five years and in 2019 decided it was time to replace its outdated technology. The department evaluated numerous…
GON recently made the decision to postpone its annual hunting show until late September in light of social distancing restrictions that would have been in place if the show were to take place in its usual time slot in late July. The Ag-Pro GON Outdoor Blast will take place Sept. 25-27 at the Infinite Energy…
Finally, after the longest unplanned break in B.A.S.S. history due to COVID-19 precautions, the Bassmaster Elite Series will resume tournament action next week June 10-13, 2020. Perhaps fittingly, the schedule’s restart point will be at one of the most storied lakes in professional bass fishing history. The DEWALT Bassmaster Elite at Lake Eufaula will feature…
Specialty license plates are a way for Georgians to show their passion for a particular interest—everything from your favorite college team to military veteran status. These speciality plates, also known as prestige tags, are also a way to help support particular DNR programs. A standard Georgia license plate or tag renewal costs $20. A WRD…
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began a “phased reopening” of some campgrounds and additional boat ramps at reservoirs along the Savannah River the third week of May. “The gradual reopening will vary based on the ability to ensure visitors and Corps of Engineers staff remain safe and can continue to reduce the spread of…
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently completed the first phase of a major oyster bed restoration project in Glynn County. Marine biologists and technicians with DNR’s Coastal Resources Division (CRD) placed more than 3,700 bags of recycled shells on the east bank of the Back River near the F.J. Torras Causeway, completing the…