Still Time to Register for New Hampshire Fall “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” Workshop

CONCORD, N.H. – If you’ve been thinking about signing up for the fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman workshop, but haven’t gotten around to it yet – there’s good news!  You still can, so sign up today and get in on this enjoyable chance to learn outdoor skills in the company of other women.  A brochure and [...]

Mississippi Dove Hunters Have More Opportunity in 2008

Jackson- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has approved a more liberal season length and bag limit for dove hunting than what has been allowed in the past, according to the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks.  Past federal frameworks have only allowed a 60 day season and 15 dove bag limit or a [...]

Daring Rescue; FWC Biologist Saves Drowning Bear

A 375-pound male black bear with a penchant for beachfront browsing was on dry land Saturday after a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) biologist pulled the tranquilized animal from Gulf of Mexico waters in Florida’s Panhandle.
“I wasn’t sure what I was going to do when I jumped in,” said biologist Adam Warwick, who [...]

Deep Creek Lake State Park Hosts 9th Annual Art In The Park July 12 & 13

SWANTON, MD — Deep Creek Lake State Park’s Discovery Center will host over 40 artists and their original artwork at the 9th Annual Art in the Park on July 12 and 13. The free event features Dixieland music, food and naturalist programs.
“Art in the Park is an event for the whole family to enjoy, “ [...]

DNR Encourages Holiday Travelers To Get Their ‘Bay Game’ On

 ANNAPOLIS, MD — Independence Day is drawing near and for many Marylanders, the Fourth of July holiday weekend means the beach, family barbeques, fireworks, and – to the dismay of children everywhere – long car rides. To direct restless energy during summer travel, parents are invited to pick up a free copy of the 2008 [...]

Connecticut DEP Temporarily Closes the Thames River State Boat Launch in New London for Renovations

Alternative Public Boat Launches Available
The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will be temporarily closing the Thames River State Boat Launch in New London for renovations. The closure will be effective July 14, 2008 through August 28, 2008 while the State boat launch is being renovated.
Renovations to the Thames River State Boat Launch will include:
Boat [...]

Avoid Ticks and Tick-borne Illnesses

A few simple actions can prevent ticks from becoming attached to you.
JEFFERSON CITY- While preparing for fun in the sun this summer you also should take time to brush up on tick bite prevention. A few simple actions to discourage ticks from attaching to you will help you avoid contracting a tick-borne disease.
While a feeding [...]

Bluefield/Moultrie Hunt Unit Youth Hunts This Fall

A series of youth draw deer hunts conducted jointly by Santee Cooper and the S.C. Department of Natural Resources will be continued this fall. 
Applications will be available August 20.  The deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m. September 19.  Call the Dennis Wildlife Center in Bonneau at (843) 761-8820 or (843) 825-3388 to request an application.
Past [...]

Angler Trumps New State Record for African Pompano

A Mt. Pleasant angler has broken the saltwater marine game state record for an African pompano a mere 13 days after the 11 year record was recently trumped.
Bryan Powell caught the 43 pound 8 ounce African pompano on Monday June 16th off the coast of Charleston near the Comanche hole in about 100 feet of [...]

South Carolina Freshwater Fishing Trends – 6/30/2008

Fishing trends courtesy www.SCFishingReport.com. Check the site for recent updates and detailed reports.
Mountains Area
Lake Jocassee:

Trout: Very good. Very nice catches of large rainbow trout are being reported trolling in 50 – 70 feet of water using trolling spoons or large plugs; also pull large live shiners in the same zone. Night fishing continues to [...]