Ready to get into the woods for some hunting? Squirrel hunting season provides the first opportunity of the year, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
As spring hits full stride, Daniel Sollenberger, a senior wildlife biologist with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, will field more calls and emails about snakes. And most will involve two questions: What species is this and what should I do?
They want your time. So, take some time today to make a lifetime memory for you and your child! Research shows that most people are introduced to fishing by a family member, and most consider a family member to be their best fishing friend.
Hunting is one of the safest sports, with only a small fraction of participants ever involved in a hunting incident. Even with minor chances for issues, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) still encourages hunters to review the ‘Four Primary Rules of Firearms Safety’ before heading to the woods.
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a $1,000 grant to a third-, fourth- or fifth-grade public or private school teacher in the state who demonstrates exceptional energy and innovation in teaching life sciences. Science specialists covering those grade levels also may apply.
As spring fades into summer, the number of snake-related calls and emails to John Jensen go up. But most center on two questions: What species is this and what do I do with it?
SOCIAL CIRCLE – Most wildlife has an inherent fear of people with no interest in coming close to us. However, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division animals such as deer, coyotes, bears, raccoons, foxes, and skunks often get labeled as a nuisance due to their sometimes intrusive and destructive habits in suburban settings. Why? It is most commonly because of easy access to “food.”
SOCIAL CIRCLE – During the spring, it is not unusual for people to come in contact with seemingly “orphaned” young wildlife and want to help – but it is best to leave them where you find them, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
SOCIAL CIRCLE – Each year, the fourth Saturday of September brings National Hunting and Fishing Day. On this day, celebrated Sept. 23 this year, everyone can enjoy any of eight FREE scheduled celebratory events, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
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