Georgia Department of Natural Resources - Georgia DNR

06/20/2026

BOATING AND ALCOHOL DON’T MIX.
Impaired judgment on the water puts everyone at risk. Designate a sober operator every time you go out.
Boat Sober. Save Lives

06/19/2026

WEAR IT. EVERY RIDE.
Wearing a life jacket is one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay safe on the water. Before every trip, remember to fit and inspect your U.S. Coast Guard–approved life jacket.

EVERY BOATER. EVERY RIDE. EVERY TIME.

06/18/2026

⚠️ RED SNAPPER UPDATE ⚠️

Unfortunately, Georgia's proposed recreational red snapper season scheduled to begin July 1 has been delayed following a federal court ruling affecting pilot programs in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

A federal judge issued an injunction that prevents the implementation of the permits while a legal challenge moves forward. As a result, the planned 62-day Georgia red snapper season will not take place on the schedule anticipated. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), which spearheaded the initial EFP, has withdrawn its request and will re-submit a new EFP application.

🎣 While this is disappointing news, Georgia DNR remains committed to expanding red snapper fishing opportunities for our anglers. We are already working with our partner states and federal officials to develop a revised permit application with the goal of establishing a red snapper season later this fall.

"We will continue working toward a solution that balances the biological needs of the fishery with the social and economic importance of recreational fishing," said DNR Commissioner Walter Rabon.

📢 We'll continue to provide updates as they become available.

ℹ️ Learn more and subscribe for email updates: CoastalGaDNR.org/RedSnapper

06/18/2026

Nature called… and it wants you to pick up your trash. 🐻🌲

Whether you're hiking a favorite trail, camping for the weekend, or enjoying a day outdoors, remember that you share those spaces with wildlife.

Food scraps, wrappers, and unsecured trash may seem harmless, but they can attract bears and teach them to associate people and campsites with food. Taking a few simple steps—packing out trash, storing food properly, and keeping campsites clean—helps protect both people and bears.

A fed bear can become a problem bear. Help keep Georgia's black bears wild by practicing BearWise® habits wherever your outdoor adventures take you.

06/11/2026

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources extends our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Larry Walker, Jr.

06/10/2026

05/29/2026

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who gave everything for our nation. We honor their legacy and remember the families who carry that sacrifice each day.

05/24/2026

We are reminding boaters of two critical safety laws that help keep everyone on the water safe.
The 100-foot law requires boats to operate at idle speed within 100 feet of people, docks, other vessels, swimming areas, and shoreline structures.
The 200-foot law applies to wake surfing and wakeboarding and requires operators to stay at least 200 feet away from docks, people, and other structures.
These are not optional. Violations of these laws create serious risks and can result in preventable collisions, injuries, and property damage.
Game Wardens will be on patrol throughout the weekend and all summer long, and these laws will be enforced to protect everyone on Georgia waterways

05/23/2026

Boat Sober. Save Lives.
Alcohol and boating do not mix. Impaired judgment and slowed reaction times put everyone on the water at risk. Designate a sober operator every trip.