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Oyster harvest opens October 7 in Alabama

Pursuant to Section 9-12-28, Code of Alabama 1975 as stated by Rule 220-3-.02, the Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation...

David Rainer: Rebuilt Gulf State Park Pier officially reopened

Although anglers and sightseers have been enjoying the facility for several weeks, the newly repaired and renovated Gulf State Park Pier was officially opened...

Governor Ivey proclaims National Hunting and Fishing Day in Alabama

Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day in Alabama, set to take place on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The day...

Gulf State Park pier reopens after major renovation, Alabama leaders welcome visitors

Local, state, community an business leaders gathered to cut a ceremonial ribbon and celebrate the re-opening of iconic Gulf State Park Pier last Friday. The...

Alabama State Parks’ Lein retiring, Capps promoted

The path that Greg Lein and Matthew Capps shared with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks Division is now...

YHN Media Group announces new lifestyle brand, Lake Martin Life

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Lake Martin Life — your new go-to destination for everything happening around the beautiful Lake Martin community....

David Rainer: Duck hunters should take advantage of special teal season

Although overall duck numbers are up in the latest Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey, those waterfowlers who hunt the special teal season better...

Stunning: Alabama Black Belt Adventures announces winners of photo contest

When Anna Stanley snapped a photo of her 1-year-old daughter, Avery, with the Good Shepherd Statue, a roadside attraction in the north Tuscaloosa County community of Samantha, she planned...

The joy of cycling in Alabama’s major city centers

Bike sharing is back—and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama has made it easier than ever to explore three major Alabama cities by...

Can’t Miss Alabama: Enjoy the holiday weekend at Smith Lake Park’s Sweet Tater Festival, OWA’s Labor Day party

Sweet Tater Festival If you love sweet potatoes, you will want to be in Cullman for the Sweet Tater Festival Sept 1-2 at Smith Lake...

David Rainer: Buckmasters moves into new space, content creation

With the annual Buckmasters Expo in the rearview, Buckmasters founder and CEO Jackie Bushman is leading the organization into the modern era with numerous...

Big Daddy Lawler Honored at Roland Cooper State Park

Big in stature, Big in influence and Big in promoting his beloved Alabama Black Belt, the late James “Big Daddy” Lawler was honored and...

Registration for Alabama’s Hunting 101 workshops now open

For those who didn’t grow up with hunting as part of their family experience, Alabama’s Adult Mentored Hunting (AMH) program teaches all the skills...

James ‘Big Daddy’ Lawler now namesake of Roland Cooper State Park Pier

Few Alabamians have dedicated their life to the great outdoors in the manner that the late James “Big Daddy” Lawler did. For decades, the...

Visitors can return to Gulf State Park pier August 19

The Gulf State Park Pier will re-open to sightseers and anglers as of today, August 19, as the renovation work that began in November...

David Rainer: With AWF Cook-Off win, 12-Year-Old McGlynn claims another title

Although it took two tiebreakers, 12-year-old Bryson McGlynn of Opelika was once again crowned a champion for his age-defying culinary skills. Last December, McGlynn...

2025 Outdoor Alabama photo contest kicks off in September

The 2025 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest will begin accepting entries at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. The contest is a joint project...

Quail and dove hunting now legal in Mobile city limits

In July of last year, voters residing in unincorporated West Mobile voted overwhelmingly to be annexed by the Port City. While the move to...

Local fisherman, leaders celebrate opening of Mount Vernon boat ramp in Mobile

For more than a decade, outdoorsmen have called for improvements to the Mount Vernon boat ramp and their wish has been granted. The ramp was...

David Rainer: Alabama State Parks marks progress in major renovations

With more than $150 million available for renovations, repairs and construction, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks System is...

Washington County Public Fishing Lake temporarily closing after discovery of federally banned, invasive aquatic plant species

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has announced that one of the state's public fishing lakes will be shutting down temporarily due...

David Rainer: Mulberry Fork access upgraded at Garden City River Park

One of Alabama’s most popular paddling destinations recently received a significant upgrade. State and local officials celebrated the opening of the renovated Garden City...

Bull shark caught in Alabama Tombigbee River by 11-year-old fisher

For 11-year-old Zandyn Merritt, holding a small bull shark in his hands has taken on a new meaning as he caught it too close...

Fred Hunter: The circuitous life of an Alabama storyteller

“There’s a story everywhere you look for one,” says Fred Hunter. And he’s always looking. While viewers of Birmingham television station WBRC have long appreciated...