Bear Week 2025 wrapping up in Mississippi
Mississippi (WXXV)- Bear Week 2025 is officially wrapping up in Mississippi. Our guest today tells us how this awareness week benefits Mississippians each year. Mississippi Black Bear Program Leader…
Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks
State extends deer season through February 2
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks would like to inform the public that during its meeting Thursday, the Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, voted to extend either sex white-tailed deer season through February 2. The extension shall…
MDWFP announces new comprehensive licensing platform launching February 18, 2025
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI – The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of an improved online platform on February 18, 2025. The new, user-friendly platform will provide an easier and more convenient way to…
MDWFP Black Bear Program Rehomes Abandoned Cub
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Black Bear Program recently rescued and rehomed an abandoned black bear cub from the South Delta to a new den in Wilkinson County. The cub was unexpectedly abandoned following a routine…
$24,000 Grant Awarded to Foundation for Mississippi's Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks for Scholarships
On March 1, the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund (MOSTF) Board of Trustees announced its funding approval for the Foundation for Mississippi’s Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MWFP Foundation) $24,000 Scholarship Program funding request. The Foundation is committed to helping Mississippi's…
MDWFP Announces Crackdown on Habitual Violators of Hunting Laws
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is intensifying efforts to uphold hunting regulations and ensure the preservation of wildlife resources. In keeping with this commitment, MDWFP law enforcement will be taking strict actions against individuals found to be…
MDWFP hosts public meeting on Chronic Wasting Disease
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks hosted a public meeting Wednesday night. The meeting was held at the West Harrison High School to discuss Chronic…
MDWFP to Host CWD Public Meeting in Gulfport
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks will host a public meeting to discuss Chronic Wasting Disease at the West Harrison High School Gymnasium, December 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM. In late November, MDWFP received a Chronic Wasting Disease…
Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Harrison County
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks recently received Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) positive test results for a hunter-harvested buck from Harrison County. This is the first CWD-positive detection for this county. The buck was considered “suspect positive” through…
State Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks clarifies deer season bag limits
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks wants to be sure everyone is clear about deer harvesting limits for the upcoming season. MDWFP has not increased the bag limit on white-tailed deer. There is a limit of one antlered buck…
Local artists place in Wildlife and Fisheries Youth Art Contest
Two young Coast artists took home honors this week in the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Youth Art Contest. Bella Tran of St. Martin…
Free Fishing Days June 4th and June 5th
Grab a rod and reel, Saturday and Sunday are free fishing days in Mississippi. That means anyone can fish this weekend, even if you don’t have a license.…
New way of camping at Buccaneer State Park in Waveland
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks in collaboration with Tentrr have 56 fully outfitted campsites officially available for reservation throughout eight of Mississippi’s state…
Mississippi Celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is proud to take part in the National Hunting and Fishing Day. September marks the beginning of hunting season for most people in the Magnolia State. Whether you hunt doves, attend hunting…