Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Regional Archery Qualifying Event Held at Pell City High School

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Approximately 200 students from eight schools competed on February 27, 2010 at Pell City High School to earn a berth to the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) state championship.

Regional Archery Qualifying Event Held at Alma Bryant High School

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Approximately 500 students from 18 schools competed on February 24-25, 2010 at Alma Bryant High School to earn a berth to the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) state championship.

Sims Named Alabama Enforcement Officer of the Year by the NWTF

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Sergeant Jon Sims has been named the National Wild Turkey Federation’s (NWTF) Alabama State Chapter Officer of the Year.

Forever Wild Opens New Horse Trail in the Freedom Hills WMA

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust has recently opened a new horse trail in the Freedom Hills Wildlife Management Area (WMA) located in Colbert County, 5 miles south of Highway 72 near Barton and Cherokee, Ala.

Winner of the 2010 Alabama Waterfowl Stamp Art Contest Announced

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

An American wigeon painted in acrylic by David Nix of Cottondale, Ala., is the winner of the 2010 Alabama Waterfowl Stamp Art Contest. The winning artwork will adorn the 2011-2012 Alabama Waterfowl Stamp.

Free Fishing Seminar for Both Seasoned Anglers and Novices on Friday, March 5

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division staff along with local professional fishing guide Ben Gross, President of River Region Guide Service, will present six fishing classes on Friday, March 5, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Cullman Community Archery Park Expands Facilities

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Cullman Community Archery Park will soon have a new 1,500 square foot pavilion complete with restrooms thanks to Archery Trade Association and an Easton Sports Development Foundation grant.

Prescribed Burn Planned for Gulf State Park March 2010

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

A prescribed burn on 24 acres within Gulf State Park is planned for March 2010, weather permitting.

2010 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Winners Announced

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Outdoor Alabama magazine is pleased to announce the winners of its Seventh Annual Photo Contest. The winning photos may be viewed on the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Web site at www.outdooralabama.com and in the February 2010 issue of Outdoor Alabama magazine.

Boat Ramp Renovation Completed at Shelby Co. Rd. 400 on Lay Lake

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

On February 22, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division completed the boat ramp renovation at the public access area located above The Narrows on Lay Lake.