world snake day

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ Mississippi Museum of Natural Science will host “World Snake Day” on Friday, July 19, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Art Contest 2024

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ Visitor Education Center (VEC) received over 700 pieces of artwork from students across Mississippi for the 2024 Youth Art Contest.

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Dive into the thrilling world of alligators in Mississippi with Ricky Flynt, the former leader of Mississippi's Alligator Program.

Kennie Prince

In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, we delve into the life and adventures of Kennie Prince, retired conservation officer and author of "The Poacher’s Nightmare: Stories of an Undercover Game Warden."

Adam Butler Podcast

In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, we delve into the exceptional turkey hunting season of 2024.

VEC historical program event summer 2024

MDWFP's Visitor Education Center will host a historical program to kick off their summer events. 

Leave young wildlife alone turkey poults

MDWFP wants to remind everyone to leave young wildlife alone. 

conservation officer boating

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) concluded a period of heightened awareness and enforcement during the Memorial Day weekend. 

fishing on Pickwick Lake

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) invites you to celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week, running from June 1 to 9. 

Larry Pugh Podcast

In this episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with Larry Pugh, Executive Deputy Director at MDWFP.