Georgia anglers can now earn $100 rewards for Red Drum data
Georgia saltwater anglers now have the opportunity to earn $100 rewards while contributing important data to help scientists manage the state's Red Drum (Sciaenops ocellatus) population.
Georgia recreational Bluefish fishery to close temporarily in March, April
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will close the recreational Bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix) fishery in March and April for 2020.
Beach Advisories Lifted on St. Simons Island & Jekyll Island
Sunbury boat ramp temporarily closed
The Sunbury Boat Ramp at the end of Ft. Morris Road in Sunbury, Ga., will be closed for 45 days beginning today for a parking lot improvement project.
Saltwater permit made easier for Georgia anglers
Effective in 2020, saltwater anglers will see a simple change in the Saltwater Information Program (SIP) permit.
CRD to host presentation on coastal resiliency
The Coastal Resources Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources invites the public to attend a presentation on coastal resiliency at noon Jan. 28.
Golden Ray propeller, pieces become part of Georgia artificial reef
Crews on Monday placed a 150-ton section of the capsized vessel M/V Golden Ray inside Reef SFC approximately 20 miles east-southeast of St. Simons Island. The ship's rudder, stern tube section and propeller were placed in about 50 feet of water to provide essential habitat for fish and other marine life.
New coastal boating laws take effect in Georgia
The new year brings with it new coastal boating laws.
Public Comment Period Extension on Proposed Settlement for recreational fishing losses due to contamination from LCP Chemical site Brunswick, Georgia
Monday, December 30, 2019 - 07:00
The Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is extending the 30 day public comment period on the proposed settlement an additional 30 days. The original public comment period that was scheduled to expire on January 19, 2020 will now be extended to February 18, 2020.
Georgia Shrimping season set to close Jan. 15, whelk season opens Jan. 16
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the commercial and recreational shrimping season in state waters will close at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020.
Settlement Reached with Honeywell to compensate the State of Georgia for recreational fishing losses due to contamination from LCP Chemical site in Brunswick
Under a proposed settlement announced today by the State of Georgia, Honeywell will fund $4 million in natural resource restoration projects to compensate the public for lost recreational fishing caused by the release of hazardous substances from the LCP Chemical facility in Brunswick, Georgia. The proposed settlement, which was lodged today in the District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, is subject to public comment and to approval by the court.
CRD proposes circle-hook, other changes for shark fishing
A division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proposing additional changes to fishing regulations first recommended in September.
Beach Advisories Lifted on St. Simons Island
Glynn County shellfish harvest area to re-open
Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 07:00
The recreational shellfish harvest area in Glynn County south of Downing Musgrove Causeway between Jekyll Island and Brunswick will re-open to the public at 7 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
Coastal Incentive Grant request for proposal announced
The Georgia Coastal Management Program (GCMP) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Coastal Resources Division (CRD) is pleased to announce the availability of grant funds for projects that further the objectives of the program.
CRD seeks changes to shellfish growing rules
A division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to change the state's Saltwater Fishing Regulations to provide for shellfish mariculture in estuarine waters and to comply with a law passed by the General Assembly earlier this year.
Anglers can receive free short leaders as Redfish season gears up
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is reminding anglers they can participate in the FishSmart Red Snapper and Red Drum Conservation Project.
Shellfish area closed due to contamination risk
Wednesday, October 2, 2019 - 08:00
The recreational shellfish harvest area in Glynn County near the site of a capsized cargo ship will be closed until further notice beginning at 7 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2019, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today.
CRD proposes changes to shark fishing regulations
A division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proposing changes to state saltwater fishing regulations for two shark species.