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The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is coordinating with local authorities in Jasper County following reports of Rhesus Macaques on the loose.

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The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ (MDWFP) Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (MMNS) invites visitors of all ages this holiday season to enjoy a festive lineup of “Museum Merriment” events - from turkey encounters to snowfalls and Santa diving to feed the fish. 

MMNS Podcast

In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, host Matt Wyatt sits down with Angel Rohnke, Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.
 

Upcoming Events

Percy Quin State Park
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Park After Dark – Trunk or Treat

Leroy Percy State Park
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Discover fun and beauty this November at Leroy Percy State Park! 

Education and Outreach

Any person born after January 1, 1972, must complete a hunter education course to legally hunt in Mississippi.

Any person born on or after June 30, 1980, must complete a boating education course in order to operate a boat on Mississippi public waterways.

AIMS (Archery in Mississippi Schools) and MSSP (Mississippi Scholastic Shooting Program) provide valuable opportunities for students to develop skills, discipline, and sportsmanship.

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The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is committed to conserving and enhancing Mississippi’s wildlife, fisheries, and parks, providing quality outdoor recreation, and engaging the public in natural resource conservation.