Category: Hunting

Jul 23 2019

Battle for the Dove Field: WRD vs. Pigheaded, Herbicide-resistant Pigweed

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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A species of pigweed (Amaranthus palmeri or Palmer’s amaranth) has developed resistance to herbicides, particularly Round-up (glyphosate). This pigweed is found all over Burke County, and Di-Lane is no exception....

Jul 03 2019

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

How Gator Hunting Came to Georgia

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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Georgia celebrates 16 years of alligator hunting this year. But in the late 1960s, the United States came close to saying, “See ya later, alligator!” to the largest reptile in...

Jun 22 2019

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

Quota Hunts: How to Apply as an Individual

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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It’s time to put in your Quota Hunt applications for the 2019-2020 hunting season! This step by step guide is sure to help you get your application in before the...

Jun 22 2019

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

Quota Hunts: How to Join A Party

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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Did you get invited to Quota Hunt party? Need to know how to join the fun? This blog will cover how to join a hunting party when the application has...

Jun 22 2019

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

Quota Hunts: How to Apply as a Group

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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Let’s have a Quota Hunt party! Hunting alone is fun but hunting with friends can be even better. For many hunts, you may add group members. Before we dive...

Mar 26 2019

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

Does Prescribed Burning Impact Wild Turkey Nesting?

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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Each spring, concerned hunters contact the Wildlife Resources Division about growing-season prescribed burns and their effect on turkey nesting. Good news, turkey hunters! Several research studies showed growing-season burns benefit...

Mar 13 2019

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting, Research

Research Highlight: Male Turkey Gobbling Behavior

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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Georgia DNR biologists work hard every day to make the best decisions for the citizens of Georgia and the management of our wildlife resources. This often requires extensive research studies...

Dec 12 2018

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

Oh Deer! 7 Venison Recipes You’ve Gotta Try

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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Hopefully by now you’ve got a freezer full of venison and not enough ideas on how to cook it. You probably have your go-to recipes but why not step out...

Dec 04 2018

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

What is a VPA property?

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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You’ve probably come across the acronym VPA on the Wildlife Resources Division website or in the hunting regulations. Georgia currently has 19 properties enrolled in this program. But do you actually...

Nov 29 2018

Georgia Wildlife, Hunting

Cottontail in the Kitchen: 4 Yummy Rabbit Recipes

by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division

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Rabbit hunting is fast-paced and a ton of fun. It’s also a great social activity for a group of hunters. Food, fun, friends and the outdoors is always a recipe...