2024 cadet class

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) recently celebrated the graduation of the 2024 Conservation Officer Cadet Class. 

SRT deployed

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’(MDWFP) Law Enforcement Special Response Team (SRT) was deployed at 7:00 a.m. on October 15 to North Carolina to assist communities in response to severe weather damage associated with Hurricane Helene. 

MOSTF and VEC event

MDWFP held a joint event with the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund (MOSTF) to celebrate the completion of the new pond improvement project at the Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery Visitor Education Center (VEC). 

deer

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) reminds the public about the newly established Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Management Zone in Hancock and Harrison counties.

Howard Ballou

Howard Ballou reflects on his time in journalism, his passion for the outdoors, and the important role that Mississippi’s natural spaces play in his life. 

Hunting Public Land

Nathan Blount shares his vast knowledge of Mississippi’s public hunting lands, including the types of areas available to hunters, the rules and regulations, and how to find the best spots.

whitetailed deer

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) wants to inform the public of the 2024 Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Management Zones. 

Todd and Candy Wheeler

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) presented Todd and Candy Wheeler with the Outstanding Achievement Award on Wednesday, September 26, 2024. 

Kris Godwin

Kris Godwin shares her experiences in wildlife conflict management, crappie fishing, and squirrel hunting.

Tree stand

Be careful up there. Check out this Mississippi Outdoors Magazine insert for tree stand safety tips.