TweetThe much anticipated opening date of the Bussey Brake Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Morehouse Parish has been determined. The newly renovated WMA will become available to the public on July 15 when the gates open at 6 a.m. The … Continue reading →
Tweet Wetlands, like these in Alaska, benefit nature and people. Wetlands—including marshes, mangroves, swamps, deltas, and floodplains—provide valuable benefits to fish, people, and communities. They’re habitat for the fish we eat, are often the front line of protecting coastal communities … Continue reading →
Tweet Aerial of Cabin Bluff and Ceylon properties (Mac Stone — Facebook: @mac stone photography) By DAN CHAPMAN Georgia’s newest wildlife management area sits a half mile off Interstate 95, yet a world removed from the hurly-burly of modern life. … Continue reading →
Tweet \ Secretary Bernhardt Announces $160 Million in Funding for Wetland Conservation Projects and National Wildlife Refuges WASHINGTON – As we celebrate American Wetlands Month, hundreds of bird species will benefit from $160 million in funding for various wetland conservation projects … Continue reading →
Tweet Beginning May 1, all property-specific fishing regulations were lifted on J.C. Murphey Lake at Willow Slough Fish & Wildlife Area (FWA). Regulations at the Newton County lake were lifted in anticipation of upcoming renovations on the lake in 2022. … Continue reading →
TweetThe Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will reopen Elmer’s Island Wildlife Refuge to the public at 8 a.m., Friday, May 15. The public was barred from the site in March because of health concerns stemming from the coronavirus … Continue reading →
TweetTo coordinate with local and federal partners, Beartooth WMA opens May 15 to day-use only; other WMAs open as usual with social distancing protocols in place Many recreationists look forward to May 15 every year as the opening day of … Continue reading →
TweetHagerman Wildlife Management Area is an oasis for anglers because it offers numerous ponds, lakes and streams in a concentrated area and provides lots of family friendly fishing and a variety that suits all skill levels. Hagerman Hatchery stocks thousands … Continue reading →
TweetLearn how Missouri’s different wetland natural communities play an important role in the ecosystem. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages the public to learn about Missouri’s wonderful wetlands during American Wetlands Month in May. Wetlands play … Continue reading →
Tweet Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) reminds the public that Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs), refuges and shooting ranges remain open. Visitors, however, must practice social distancing measures and have no group larger than 10 people due to the … Continue reading →
TweetGov. Evers Directs DNR To Close 40 State Parks, Forests And Recreational Areas Public Health And Safety Top Priority Parking lot at High Cliff State Park. Due to unprecedented crowds Gov. Evers directed the DNR to close several state properties. – … Continue reading →
TweetThe Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) encourages visitors to the state’s Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) to utilize LDWF’s free WMA Check In/Check Out App. The LDWF WMA Check In/Check Out App allows users to check in and check … Continue reading →
Tweet During the current COVID-19 public health crisis, getting outdoors and connecting with nature is a great way to help maintain our mental and physical health. Scientific studies show that time outside in nature significantly reduces stress and anxiety; lowers … Continue reading →
TweetAfter careful consideration, Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt has directed the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) to temporarily suspend the collection of all entrance fees at national wildlife refuges until further notice. Almost 500 refuges are already open … Continue reading →
Tweet During the current COVID-19 public health crisis, getting outdoors and connecting with nature is a way to help maintain our mental and physical health. Scientific studies show that time outside in nature, especially among trees, significantly reduces stress and … Continue reading →
Tweet ALL DIVISION OFFICES ARE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe announced today that the public may still access the Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Wildlife Management Areas, including roads, parking areas, trails, lakes … Continue reading →
Tweet Birdfoot violets in sand dunes at Grey Cloud Dunes SNA. Photo © ColdSnap Photography. Getting to know a place takes a long time. Though it helps if you do your homework and go with someone who is familiar with … Continue reading →
TweetAUSTIN – In December 1989, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the North American Wetland Conservation Act (NAWCA), which was a new continental conservation funding mechanism. Designed to assist the North American Waterfowl Management Plan when waterfowl populations were declining across … Continue reading →
Tweet Purchasing a Duck Stamp is an easy way to support wetland conservation. Florida’s wetlands are one of the most iconic parts of our natural landscape. Nearly a fifth of the total wetland area in the United States is found … Continue reading →
TweetWashington – The Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, chaired by U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, approved $28 million in funding for various wetland conservation projects. Marking its 30th anniversary since enactment, the 2019 North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grants … Continue reading →
