The Conservation Fund has purchased the land of a proposed mine site, called Trail Ridge, near the border of the Okefenokee ...

United States Sen. Jon Ossoff released a statement addressing the Okefenokee Swamp Land deal on Friday and discussed taking ...

If the cicadas aren’t enough, now you’ve got to watch your step for copperheads and rattlesnakes. Here’s what’s really going on in your backyard and how to stay safe.

Waterfowl hunters – start making your plans! The 2025-2026 migratory bird season hunting dates and regulations for Georgia were recently approved by the Board of Natural Resources, according to the ...

Despite this, it is illegal to kill non-venomous snakes and most nongame animals in the state of Georgia. There are a few reasons for the protection of non-venomous snakes, and a couple of ways to ...

As summer outdoor activities ramp up, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is urging adventurers to be BearWise and ...

Across Georgia's 15 barrier islands, sea turtle conservation efforts appear to be paying off. Here's a look at a few of them.

Georgia beachgoers and tourists can play a part in the state's decades-long sea turtle conservation efforts. See how here.

Ravens are nesting in north Georgia this year. It’s a repeat of the past few years, with a few pairs of the birds, virtually ...

A family of foxes moved into my neighborhood, and I had questions. Here’s what to do if one shows up in your yard and what ...

Firefighters trained in water rescue responded alongside the Georgia DNR. Crews were able to stop and secure the boat, but the owner was not found. Officials began operating “under the ...

No matter where you live, it’s time to get GatorWise, says the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). “As the weather warms up and people are spending ...