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March 28, 2026

Georgia Spring Turkey Season Opens Today On Private Land

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Georgia’s 2026 spring turkey season opens today on private land, with public land hunting set to begin April 4. The season will run statewide through May 15.

A special youth and mobility-impaired hunt was held March 21 and 22 to kick off the season.

Hunters are allowed a total of two legal gobblers for the season, with a limit of one gobbler per day. Legal hunting hours run from one-half hour before sunrise until sunset.

Wildlife officials remind hunters that everyone— including those under 16, landowners, and lifetime license holders — must have a free Georgia turkey harvest record. All harvested birds must also be reported through Georgia Game Check within 24 hours.

Hunters age 16 and older are required to have a valid hunting license and big game license. Those hunting on Wildlife Management Areas must also have a WMA license.

State wildlife officials say this year’s season could be a strong one, with indications of an increased number of 2-year-old birds across Georgia.

March 23, 2026

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New Specialty Tag Lets Georgians Support State Parks and Historic Sites

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Georgians now have a new way to support the state’s parks and historic landmarks by purchasing a specialty license plate for vehicles or trailers. The new tag is available through the state’s online e-services portal at renewal time for $80 the first year and $55 each year after that, while those who want the plate before renewal can visit their local county tag office and pay the difference in fees.

Money raised from the new specialty tag will directly benefit the State Parks and Historic Sites Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Those funds will help protect, manage, and maintain Georgia’s natural, historical, and cultural resources while also supporting public enjoyment, recreation, and educational opportunities across the state.

State officials say the new plate gives residents a simple way to show pride in Georgia’s outdoor and historic treasures while helping preserve them for future generations. More information is available through the Georgia Department of Revenue.

March 22, 2026

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Spring Turkey Season Opens March 28 on Private Land in Georgia

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Georgia hunters are preparing for the start of spring turkey season, with the statewide opener on private land set for Saturday, March 28, 2026.

March 19, 2026

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North Georgia Trout Stocking Season Gets Underway

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Trout stocking trucks are getting ready to roll across North Georgia as state and federal wildlife officials prepare for another busy spring fishing season.

March 18, 2026

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Youth, Mobility-Impaired Hunters get Early Start to Turkey Season March 21-22

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Youth and mobility-impaired hunters in Georgia will get an early start to turkey season during a special hunt set for March 21-22, 2026, on private lands. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division says the opportunity allows eligible hunters to harvest a gobbler before the statewide season officially opens.

February 23, 2026

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2026 Georgia State Parks Pass Now Available; Fees Increase This Year

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The 2026 Friends of Georgia State Parks Annual ParkPass is now available, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and giving outdoor enthusiasts a way to enjoy Georgia’s state parks while supporting them directly.

December 10, 2025

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Georgia DNR Reports Preliminary CWD-Positive Deer in Atkinson County

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The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Wildlife Resources Division has received notification of a preliminary positive Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) test result for a deer in Atkinson County. (For reference, Atkinson County is roughly 260 miles from Chattooga County.)

November 29, 2025

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Georgia Park Ranked Among the Most Snake-Infested in the Nation

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Georgia is getting national attention after being named home to one of the most snake-infested state parks in the United States. A recent listing from World Atlas ranks Skidaway Island State Park, located just south of Savannah, among the top seven parks in the nation with the highest concentration of snakes.