The threat of mining near the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge by Twin Pines Minerals ended earlier this year with the purchase of the threatened land by The Conservation Fund.

ATLANTA — New scientific research has added more evidence about the risks of mining near the Okefenokee Swamp, with potential implications for future permitting applications. Philanthropists ...

UGA researchers have found the Okefenokee is more closely tied to the vast aquifer beneath it, suggesting changes in or around the swamp could affect groundwater supplies.

The Trump administration announced its withdrawal from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization ...

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In a state blessed with diverse natural beauty, Stephen C. Foster State Park offers a glimpse into Georgia’s wild heart—a day trip that feels like traveling to another world entirely. The swamp ...

Season proposals are broken down by regions, making it simpler for folks to check out proposals specific to their neck of the woods. Department proposals will be presented to the Fish and Game ...

Kayak fishing in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is a truly unique experience. Not only is it a beautiful place, but it's chock full of American alligators, which adds a new twist to the kayak ...

The best way to test a kayak, is to go on a real paddling adventure. That's what I did to test the Decathlon Itiwit X500 inflatable kayak. In this episode of Paddle Tales, I'm getting my first taste ...

EXCLUSIVE: Mississippi’s top law enforcement officer said the Magnolia State will welcome ICE agents with open arms compared to their clashes with public officials in California, Illinois and North ...

>> TROY, I SPOKE WITH LAWMAKERS TODAY ON THEIR THOUGHTS ON THIS OPERATION. SWAMP SWEEP IS THE LATEST OPERATION SET TO CRACK DOWN ON ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION. THE PLAN IS SET TO BEGIN IN NEW ORLEANS NEXT ...