Georgia Wildlife Federation

09/03/2026

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is accepting public comments through September 20 on proposed changes to Georgia’s Protected Species List, which identifies species considered most in need of conservation. Proposed updates include adding and removing species, updating scientific names, aligning state and federal listing statuses, and allowing the sale of certain protected plant species grown in captivity. Comments may be submitted by email to [email protected], by mail, by phone, or during a public hearing at 7 p.m. September 8 at the Wildlife Resources Division headquarters in Social Circle. Additional information and details on the proposed changes are available at georgiawildlife.com/regulations/proposed

09/03/2026

Help care for Mill Creek Nature Center during our Rivers Alive cleanup! Join us October 10 for a rain-or-shine workday removing invasive Chinese privet. Bring gloves and hand tools if you have them, and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Parking is limited at MCNC, with overflow parking available across the street at the Mall of Georgia. https://gwf.org/riversalive/

09/01/2026

08/25/2026

Great Blue Herons (Ardea herodias) are a common sight in Georgia's wetlands, where they wade slowly through shallow water in search of fish, frogs, and other aquatic prey. Their long legs allow them to move through the water while their sharp bills are well adapted for quickly striking at prey. Photo taken by Hank Ohme at Mill Creek Nature Center in Buford.

08/24/2026

Join Keep Newton Beautiful, GWF, friends, and neighbors at Longhorn Steakhouse of Covington at 9 a.m. on Saturday, September 19, for the Newton County Rivers Alive kickoff event. Participants can pick up free T-shirts, supplies, and breakfast (while supplies last). Then volunteers will pick up litter in and around lakes, rivers, and streams across the County. KNB invites you to organize your club, neighbors, church, business, or school groups to participate. Individual participants are also welcome. Children under 12 must be supervised by responsible adults. Everyone is responsible for his/own transportation to and from the park and cleanup sites. Visit the Keep Newton Beautiful website for registration materials: https://www.newtoncountyga.gov/266/Keep-Newton-Beautiful

08/22/2026

GWF Board member Joy Campbell joined the Artemis Georgia August Virtual Chat to share her passion for the Okefenokee, dispel some common fears, and encourage participants to experience this one-of-a-kind Georgia landscape for themselves. The group is already looking ahead to an Artemis paddling and camping trip through the swamp in March 2027!

Artemis Georgia connects women with hunting, fishing, conservation, and other outdoor experiences through mentorship and hands-on opportunities. Join us for our monthly Virtual Chats and check out upcoming hunts, fishing trips, workshops, and more at gwf.org/artemisgaevents

08/21/2026

GWF is pleased to welcome Teri Kutsch to the team! Teri brings an outgoing personality and a knack for keeping things moving in her role as Special Events Assistant. A people person at heart, she enjoys helping others, solving problems, and pitching in wherever needed—skills that come in handy when planning and hosting GWF events across the state. Outside of work, Teri stays busy with her family and her resale business, where she puts her love of people and a good deal to use. She also enjoys spending time outdoors, especially in the woods and on the farm with her grandkids. Teri values hard work, straightforward communication, and finding plenty of reasons to laugh along the way. Meet more of the GWF staff at https://gwf.org/staff/

08/20/2026

We still have a few tables left - join us in Covington for the Sportsman's Dinner & Auction, Thursday, August 27! Proceeds benefit GWF conservation programs to protect our natural resources, advocate for wildlife, and get more folks enjoying Georgia's great outdoors! Learn more and purchase tickets at https://gwf.org/sportsmansauction/

08/20/2026

Fun event for all - Proceeds benefit the Artemis Georgia program! Thank you, Gretchen, Alisha, and all involved for putting together a great weekend for archery and conservation!

08/13/2026

The 1980s were a time of growth and new beginnings for the Georgia Wildlife Federation—from expanding our conservation education efforts to finding new ways to share our message and support our mission. One of those beginnings was the Buckarama in 1984—and more than 40 years later, it’s still going strong!

Take a look back at GWF in the 1980s, then join us this weekend, August 14–16, in Perry for the 2026 Buckarama! https://www.buckarama.net/