MDWFP appoints first female wildlife bureau chief, others take new roles
MDWFP appoints first female wildlife bureau chief, others take new roles
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Conservation Officers from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) entered the annual LawFit competition that took place June 26-28, 2025. These officers train throughout the year in preparation for this event, and we are proud of their performance. ⁠ ⁠ The 2025 MDWFP LawFit team consisted of the following officers: ⁠ Derrick Scott, Brian Tallent, Bradley Starling, Payton Marascalco, Ryne Long, Amy May, and Logan McDaniel⁠ ⁠ The 2025 MDWFP LawFit team placed Top 5 or
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Conservation Officers from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) entered the annual LawFit competition that took place June 26-28, 2025. These officers train throughout the year in preparation for this event, and we are proud of their performance. ⁠ ⁠ The 2025 MDWFP LawFit team consisted of the following officers: ⁠ Derrick Scott, Brian Tallent, Bradley Starling, Payton Marascalco, Ryne Long, Amy May, and Logan McDaniel⁠ ⁠ The 2025 MDWFP LawFit team placed Top 5 or
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Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks hosted a Grand Opening Ceremony at Clarkco State Park to celebrate the exciting new way to experience Mississippi’s outdoors – Tentrr! We’re excited about offering this new amenity to visitors of Mississippi’s State Parks, and appreciate all who came out to celebrate on Monday. Special thanks to the Friends of Clarkco for sponsoring this event. Learn more about this new partnership & how to make your reservation - https://www.mdwfp.com/med
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Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks hosted a Grand Opening Ceremony at Clarkco State Park to celebrate the exciting new way to experience Mississippi’s outdoors – Tentrr! We’re excited about offering this new amenity to visitors of Mississippi’s State Parks, and appreciate all who came out to celebrate on Monday. Special thanks to the Friends of Clarkco for sponsoring this event. Learn more about this new partnership & how to make your reservation - https://www.mdwfp.com/med
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Wildlife commission adopts changes to hunting regulations on MS wildlife management areas
Wildlife commission adopts changes to hunting regulations on MS wildlife management areas
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Deer hunting: Mississippi wildlife commission bashed for CWD management change
Deer hunting: Mississippi wildlife commission bashed for CWD management change
Jul 10, 2023
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👋 Our officers are highly trained in wildlife interaction. | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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MDWFP has made procedural changes to waterfowl draw hunts on Wildlife Management Areas for the 2020-21 hunting season. Due to ongoing health concerns from COVID-19, drawing procedures have been altered to limit close interactions between individuals who are visiting or working on these areas. More info: https://www.mdwfp.com/media/news/wildlife-hunting/changes-to-wma-waterfowl-draw-hunts-for-2020-21-season/ **Howard Miller, Mahannah, and Muscadine Farms WMAs will have stand-by opportunity for no
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MDWFP has made procedural changes to waterfowl draw hunts on Wildlife Management Areas for the 2020-21 hunting season. Due to ongoing health concerns from COVID-19, drawing procedures have been altered to limit close interactions between individuals who are visiting or working on these areas. More info: https://www.mdwfp.com/media/news/wildlife-hunting/changes-to-wma-waterfowl-draw-hunts-for-2020-21-season/ **Howard Miller, Mahannah, and Muscadine Farms WMAs will have stand-by opportunity for no
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Each year, MDWFP's wildlife biologists hit the field after dark to conduct thermal surveys on white-tailed deer in Mississippi. Using specialized equipment, they gather crucial data on deer numbers and relative abundance - all without disturbing the animals. This year, surveys were conducted in Alcorn and Benton counties, on the Chickasawhay and Holly Springs National Forests, and along the Natchez Trace Parkway. MDWFP was supported in conducting these surveys through volunteers from the MS Stat
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A new episode of Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE!!⁠ ⁠ In this episode, host Matt Wyatt talks with Buford Lessley, a fisheries biologist with MDWFP. From invasive aquatic plants to electro fishing techniques, Buford shares what it takes to maintain healthy fisheries across Mississippi’s state lakes and private ponds. He explains how vegetation can both help and harm bass populations, why pond owners should fish more, and how programs like Clean, Drain, Dry help prevent the spread of invasive
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The MDWFP Black Bear Program was busy last summer! MDWFP and Mississippi State University, in coordination with gracious landowners, were able to catch 24 bears in 2023. The bears in this animation were fitted with GPS collars and are currently collecting valuable research data around our state. As you can see in the video, there is data gathered on the bear's age, sex, distance range, and if they cross roadways. The county and capture date is also recorded. For more information on our black bea
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This Wednesday on the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast, Houston Havens sits down with Matt Wyatt. Houston is the Waterfowl Program Coordinator at MDWFP and on this week's podcast he shares insights into Mississippi's broad world of migratory birds, habitat management, and the importance of proper hunting regulations. Catch up on past episodes & subscribe so you don't miss out - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhHUppfP8R5yMHMKfXi-9q61U7v_CqBcq | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, a
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This week on Mississippi Outdoors, we've got another all new episode for you! From crappie fishing out at Eagle Lake, to speckled trout fishing on the gulf coast, this is an episode anglers won't want to miss. Episodes air Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. & Saturday evenings at 5:30 p.m. Find out where to watch - https://www.mdwfp.com/mississippi.../mississippi-outdoors-tv | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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Non-Resident hunters traveling to Mississippi during the opening weeks (March 15-28) of the Spring Turkey Season should be aware rules have changed for open public land hunting. Non-residents must obtain a special, NO-COST Public Land License Endorsement when hunting any open public lands between March 15-28. This new endorsement will be alloted via a special drawing conducted in mid-February. Applications for this drawing will be open from January 15 to February 15. For more information - https
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A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE! On this episode, we're joined by Dr. Steve Demarais, renowned wildlife biologist with over 40 years of experience in deer ecology and management. Recently retired from the MSU Deer Lab, Steve reflects on his journey from Massachusetts to Mississippi and the groundbreaking research he’s conducted over his career. Tune in now to hear insights that have shaped Mississippi's deer management strategies - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-fq1j
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Step into the wild each week with stories, tips, and talks from the field on the Mississippi Outdoor Podcast. Your next adventure starts here! | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE! On this episode, Matt Wyatt chats with Andrew Arnett, MDWFP's Alligator Program Coordinator. Andrew shares his journey from interning at MDWFP to managing the state’s alligator population. The conversation dives into the thrills and challenges of his role, from running survey routes on public waters to handling alligator complaints. Check it out - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOW30eqGfNQ | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries
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A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE! MDWFP's Lands Coordinator, Stan Priest, shares with Matt Wyatt about Mississippi's Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP). Tune in to learn about the origin of DMAP, its impact on deer populations, and how landowners can get involved to achieve their wildlife management goals. Take a listen & let us know what you think - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCQ73oKBDfE | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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Joining Matt Wyatt this Wednesday on the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is Ricky Flynt, the former program coordinator of Mississippi's Alligator Program. ⁠ ⁠ On this episode, Ricky shares stories from his extensive career as he offers a look into alligator behavior, conservation efforts, and the development of the alligator hunting season. ⁠ Subscribe now so you don't miss out! - https://www.youtube.com/@MississippiOutdoorsMedia | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE! In this episode, Matt Wyatt sits down with Dr. Holley Muraco, a marine mammal researcher with Mississippi State University’s Coastal Research and Extension Center. From growing up in Potts Camp to training dolphins at Disney and researching walruses in Alaska, Dr. Muraco shares her fascinating path back to Mississippi. She dives into the state’s surprising marine mammal diversity, including urban dolphins in the Mississippi Sound, manate
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A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE! In this episode, Matt Wyatt sits down with Trent Ellis, a Mississippi hunter turned viral storyteller, to talk about his path from a quiet finance office to social media stardom. Trent shares how he went from sitting in a school break room with zero clients to making millions of people laugh online. They talk about overcoming rejection, working with what you’ve got, and why the best content comes from real life and the rural South. Check
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Have you tuned in to the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast yet? Subscribe now so you don't miss out! - https://www.mdwfp.com/mississippi-outdoors/mississippi-outdoors-podcast | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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Don't miss the last episode of Season 35 of the Mississippi Outdoors TV show this week! On tonight's show, you'll join Mississippi Outdoors as they engage with some of Mississippi's larger creatures of the water. With a segment featuring both alligator hunting and training Conservation Officer Cadets with alligators, the episode starts off strong as you get a closer look at our state's largest reptile. Then, you'll head to Pickwick Lake for hand-grabbing, and you don't want to miss out on these
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This week on Mississippi Outdoors, we're hitting the woods in Yazoo County for a turkey hunt! After watching a hunt that would make Melvin proud, you'll follow along with Mississippi Outdoors as they travel to Byhalia Creek for some bass fishing and research in North Mississippi. Episodes air Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. & Saturday evenings at 5:30 p.m. Find out where to watch - https://www.mdwfp.com/mississippi.../mississippi-outdoors-tv | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Park
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A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE! In this episode, Matt Wyatt sits down with James Starnes, research geologist for the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, to uncover the deep prehistoric story hidden beneath our state. James explains how Mississippi was once covered by tropical seas filled with massive sea creatures, and how today’s hills, creeks, and highways reveal an ancient world of mosasaurs, mammoths, and even whales. Check it out - https://www.youtube
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Watch this championship squirrel dog hunt with the MSO crew! The Mississippi Outdoors crew heads to Malmaison Wildlife Management Area for a late-season squirrel hunt alongside a championship squirrel dog with Mississippi and Tennessee state titles. For the full video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqJOcPQpROU | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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A new episode of Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is now live!⁠ ⁠ In addition to sharing the journey of becoming a well-known hog trapper, David "Yawt Yawt" Ellis, addresses the old beef between him and our host, Matt Wyatt. Take a listen and let us know what you think! ⁠ You can find the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and YouTube. https://www.mdwfp.com/ms-outdoors/mississippi-outdoors-podcast/ | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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MDWFP is here to answer Mississippi’s biggest question. Are there black panthers in Mississippi? The two “big cats” found in the U.S. are the mountain lion (cougars) and Florida panther. There has not been a confirmed sighting of these species in Mississippi in over 60 years. It is extremely unlikely that either commonly inhabits Mississippi. Even so, mountain lions (cougars) and Florida panthers are typically light brown or tan colored. The closest thing to a “black panther” would be a jaguar a
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New regulations and deer hunting opportunities proposed for MS wildlife management areas
Apr 21, 2025
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MDWFP is celebrating 50 years of the Mississippi State Waterfowl Stamp. We thank the hunters, partners, and supporters whose stamp purchases and continued commitment have helped shape half a century of waterfowl conservation in Mississippi. For more on Mississippi's State Waterfowl Stamp - https://www.mdwfp.com/wildlife-hunting/waterfowl-program/mississippi-state-waterfowl-stamp | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is LIVE! This is just one of Kennie Prince's crazy experiences while serving as an undercover conservation officer. Check out the full episode to hear more stories from his time undercover - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uot-y4xu_Zk&list=PLhHUppfP8R5yMHMKfXi-9q61U7v_CqBcq&index=1 | Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
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