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January 7-December 23

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Acres of Wildlife Program wildlife conservation awards presented May 20
AGFC Web site is available for deer checking Nov. 5
AGFC to hold meeting on alligator gar regulation changes May 13
Alligator gar permits to be available online Jan. 1 Dec. 23
Process underway for third alligator hunting season in Arkansas June 17
Hunters drawn for third Arkansas alligator hunting season Aug. 12
Alligator hunters end season with good haul Sept. 30
Archery program state tournament will be held March 21 Mar. 13
Over 900 kids compete in archery program state tournament Mar. 25
Eagle-eyed archers of Eagle Mountain Magnet claim world title Oct. 28
The current state of the Arkansas River largemouth bass fishery Apr. 8
Armstrong chosen for national conservation training Aug. 12
Audubon Society to convene at Petit Jean State Park Apr. 1
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Cache River and Bald Knob NWR hunt permits available Aug. 1 July 22
The current state of the Arkansas River largemouth bass fishery Apr. 8
Bass fishing successes show Coal Pile is coming back July 10
Stimulus funds help access to Bayou DeView Dec. 2
AGFC making repairs to Bayou Meto WMA parking area Sept. 16
Bears and hunting appear stable, biologists report Mar. 4
Glenwood lake named after former commissioner Benjamin June 24
Annual Arkansas Big Bass Bonanza tournament set for June 26-28 Apr. 22
Big Lake WMA carries long history of ducks, hunting Apr. 29
Bird box project can be a family’s January tradition Jan. 7
Birding basics topic for Mount Nebo State Park program Feb. 4
Bird nest box program records backyard successes May 20
Bird photography seminar coming up at nature center Oct. 14
Bird watching is a popular hobby for southerners  Sept. 9
Black ends term with emphasis on outdoor recreation, youth July 15
Reyno Levee reopens on Dave Donaldson Black River WMA July 1
AGFC wins lawsuit over Black River timber damage July 10
New law affecting teen boaters goes into effect July 31 July 15
Ladder can be a lifesaver in a boating accident Jan. 21
Escalating boating accidents spur concern, caution among boaters June 24
2009 Arkansas boating accident numbers are up from last year May 20
Small named AGFC boating law enforcement officer of the year Mar. 4
Bois d’Arc WMA: Ducks, ‘gators, fish, colorful birds July 22
Hunting accessories need to include ‘the book’  Sept. 16
Bowhunter education programs set at four locations  July 22
Bowhunters must wear orange during gun seasons Oct. 28
A pole is an effective tool for Arkansas bream fishing May 27
Sticking with basics produces a bull elk for Bryant hunter Sept. 30
Want to learn more about bucks and ducks? Feb. 25
Buffalo River Elk Festival features elk management workshop June 10
It’s the time for hunting bullfrogs – all across Arkansas Apr. 8
Eagle programs, outings planned at Bull Shoals State Park Dec. 23
Meeting scheduled to address habitat on Bull Shoals tailwater July 10
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Panel approves purchase to expand Cache River NWR June 17
Cache River and Bald Knob NWR hunt permits available Aug. 1 July 22
Cache River NWR to hold special youth waterfowl hunt Oct. 7
Small line keeper is an asset when using cane poles Apr. 8
Casting for Recovery returns to the White River Mar. 4
Catfish with reward tags stocked in several waters Apr. 1, Dec. 9
Charleston turkey caller takes top honors at NWTF convention Mar. 4
Little Red Fly Shop hosts charity benefit for Children’s Hospital Apr. 15
Procedure for checking a deer consistent for all Oct. 7
Choctaw Island WMA renamed to honor former commissioner Nov. 11
Looking for a special holiday gift this Christmas?    Dec. 23
Donated Christmas trees get second life as fish habitat Dec. 9
Great American Cleanup in Arkansas launches March 1 Feb. 4
Bass fishing successes show Coal Pile is coming back July 10
UALR to defend college bass championship on Arkansas River July 10
It’s time to apply for wildlife conservation funding    Dec. 23
Corning fish hatchery revitalized with extensive renovation Nov. 18
Smaller sizes in lures can work well for crappie fishing May 27
Missouri issues warning on eating raw crawfish Nov. 25
What to do? Options for flood prone croplands May 13
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Dagmar WMA: Big deer, dazzling ducks, ancient trees  Nov. 25
Procedure for checking a deer consistent for all Oct. 7
Preliminary deer harvest numbers second highest on record May 27
Arkansas deer harvest: 70 years of onward and upward Oct. 21
Corps to issue permits for special deer hunt at Greers Ferry July 29
Arkansas deer forecast looks promising Nov. 11
Immediately tagging deer is a must for Arkansas hunters Sept. 9
Urban deer hunt applications now available June 3
Current Arkansas deer harvest now available online Oct. 7
Deer hunting seminars begin next week Aug. 19
LR nature center to host deer season seminar Nov. 5
Some permit deer hunts cancelled, others an option Nov. 5
‘Pet’ deer can’t be sold, swapped or given away Nov. 11
Make a late check of the place where you hunt deer Nov. 5
UAM students, AGFC personnel bolster deer research Feb. 4
What is the season limit on deer? Four, maybe Sept. 9
Make your advance plans with 2010 deer opening dates Sept. 9, Nov. 11
A swimming deer can’t be taken by hunters Oct. 28
Commission considers revised deer zone boundaries Feb. 25
Delta Rivers Nature Center to host hummingbird expert Nov. 25
Zone doe permits give way to doe days in deer management Oct. 14
Dove season opens Saturday, don't forget to get HIP Sept. 2
Want to learn more about bucks and ducks? Feb. 25
Early breeding grounds surveys show duck numbers are up July 10
Presentation to focus on duck season forecast Oct. 7
Arkansas in final year of pilot project to test electronic duck stamp Sept. 9
George Dunklin named conservationist of the year Jan. 21
George Dunklin receives conservationist award Dec. 23
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Tangled bald eagle rescued from probable death Feb. 18
Eagle-eyed archers of Eagle Mountain Magnet claim world title Oct. 28
Eagle events planned at Pinnacle Mountain State Park Dec. 23  
Eagle programs, outings planned at Bull Shoals State Park Dec. 23
Size, wing shape help in recognizing eagles at a distance Jan. 7
Proposed early migratory bird seasons presented to commission July 1
Commission approves early migratory bird seasons July 29
Planting for wildlife? Take a look at the edges May 20
Partners, diversity stand tall at Ed Gordon Point Remove May 20
Arkansas in final year of pilot project to test electronic duck stamp    Sept. 9
Sticking with basics produces a bull elk for Bryant hunter Sept. 30
Elk hunter scores the second time around Sept. 23
Elk hunt’s opening features youngsters, big bulls  Dec. 9
December elk hunt concludes with 17 hunters successful Dec. 16
Buffalo River Elk Festival features elk management workshop June 10
Walton Short’s long elk legacy comes to an end Jan. 21
AGFC begins overhaul of elk management plan Feb. 4
AGFC begins second round of elk management plan overhaul May 6
Season for seeking elk permits is underway May 13
25 hunters win elk permits for upcoming 2009 season July 1
USFWS environmental assessment now available Sept. 9
Annual sportsman and youth expo to debut in Pine Bluff  Aug. 26
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AGFC news now can be found on Facebook and Twitter  Aug. 19
Fans of AGFC continue to grow on Facebook and Twitter  Sept. 23
More farm wildlife benefits possible in stewardship program Oct. 14
AGFC denies permits for Hot Springs fish farmer Mar. 25
Fawns’ survival chances are best when left alone May 27
Can I shoot a feral hog? AGFC says ‘please do’  Sept. 2
A simple secret can lead to better tasting fish  Sept. 2
Braided or monofilament, fishing line needs changing often May 6, June 17
Anglers urged to voice opinions at May fishing meetings Apr. 15
Anglers urged to voice opinions at May fishing meetings Apr. 29
Several fishing regulations changes are now in effect Jan. 14
Winter fishing reports available online from AGFC Jan. 7
Fishing rules changes for 2009 are minor and mostly local Apr. 8
10 fishing regulation changes go into effect Jan. 1 Oct. 21
Over 500,000 fish stocked in state’s waters in December Jan. 14
Over 226,000 fish stocked in state’s waters in January Feb. 11
Over 162,000 fish stocked in state’s waters during March Apr. 15
Over 255,700 fish stocked in state’s waters May 13
Over 181,400 pounds of fish stocked in state’s waters in May July 22
Over 930,000 fish stocked in state’s waters during July  Aug. 19
Over 940,000 fish stocked in state’s waters during August  Sept. 30
Over 390,100 fish stocked in state’s waters during September Oct. 21
Over 73,800 pounds of fish stocked in November Dec. 16
Antique fishing tackle to be topic of nature center program Feb. 18
Fishing tips, assorted Apr. 8
Fishing versatility depends on your creativeness June 3
Wildlife officers catch poacher in closed flood region Dec. 2
What to do? Options for flood prone croplands May 13
Emergency vote opens Flood Zone F to hunting Nov. 25
Arkansas receives $2.06 million Forest Legacy grant Mar. 25
Foundation president to graduate from Leadership Arkansas June 24
Free Fishing Days event covers two weekends in Arkansas June 3
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Purple gallinule: gaudiest of the southern slough June 10
AGFC to hold meeting on alligator gar regulation changes May 13
Looking for a special holiday gift this Christmas? Dec. 23
Glenwood lake named after former commissioner Benjamin June 24
AGFC, other agencies restore Grand Prairie at Stuttgart airport July 22
GreenTrees program one of 13 winners Feb. 11
Green tree reservoir workshop scheduled for Monticello Feb. 25
Corps to issue permits for special deer hunt at Greers Ferry July 29
Corps warning anglers of releases from Greers Ferry Dam Dec. 9
Gulf Mountain WMA nature trail opens April 28 Apr. 15
Ozarks’ wildlife thrives on Gulf Mountain WMA Apr. 29
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Wildlife habitat management seminar to help landowners July 22
Conservation is a lifestyle for Bert, Cheryl Haralson July 29
Game and Fish Commission plans drawdown for Harris Brake July 1
Harris Brake Lake drawdown extended Nov. 5
Harrisburg team defends national championship Sept. 16
Corning fish hatchery revitalized with extensive renovation  Nov. 18
Dove season opens Saturday, don't forget to get HIP Sept. 2
Director Scott Henderson returns to full-time schedule Jan. 28
High water closes deer hunting on Henry Gray/Hurricane Lake Oct. 14
Can I shoot a feral hog? AGFC says ‘please do’ Sept. 2
Needy families benefit from AGFC assault on wild hogs Jan. 28
AGFC denies permits for Hot Springs fish farmer Mar. 25
Hot weather doesn’t have to mean a lack of fishing July 15
Stay away from houses when hunting in Arkansas Oct. 21
Hunter education class is an essential for young sportsmen Aug. 19
North Arkansas hunters need to look up – carefully Oct. 7
Commission sets hunting seasons in Arkansas Apr. 1
Hunters can help themselves by checking rules changes  Aug. 26
Public meeting format changes for 2010-11 hunting regulations Dec. 9
Hunting public input meetings scheduled around Arkansas Dec. 23
Hunting and Fishing Day at AGFC nature and education centers  Sept. 23
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AGFC night at I-30 Speedway is Sept. 26  Sept. 16
Benefits for wildlife may emerge from ice-damaged trees Mar. 25
Game and Fish Commission – There is an Iphone App for that…   Sept. 30
Work continues on ice storm-damaged WMAs  Sept. 23
Arkansas wildlife officers assist Iowa with poaching cases Sept. 16
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Effective use of jigs should be in anglers’ arsenals Apr. 29
Effective use of jigs improves angling successes July 15
Fall Family Fair scheduled for Jonesboro nature center  Sept. 16
Youths compete in Junior Olympic qualifier  July 15
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Premiere smallmouth stream to flow freely after Kelly’s Slab fixed Nov. 5
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Labrador retriever stars on 2010 conservation plate Dec. 16
Ladder can be a lifesaver in a boating accident Jan. 21
Screech owl nest box workshop planned at Lake Charles Nov. 25
Lake Chicot drawdown begins this summer May 13
Public meeting to focus on silver carp problem in Lake Chicot Sept. 16
Waterfowl Watch Weekend coming up at Lake Chicot   Dec. 23
Lake Conway’s annual winter drawdown begins Nov. 25
Lake Conway summit expands focus on varied problems July 10
Hearings set on proposed regulation changes for Lake Maumelle Nov. 5
Avoid the crowds by going to the lesser known waters Apr. 8
What is the season limit on deer? Four, maybe Sept. 9
Braided or monofilament, fishing line needs changing often May 6
Braided or monofilament, fishing line needs changing often June 17
Small line keeper is an asset when using cane poles Apr. 8
Being a line watcher can result in more catches Apr. 8
Little Red Fly Shop hosts charity benefit for Children’s Hospital Apr. 15
Little Rock nature center wins awards for design Dec. 16
LR nature center to host deer season seminar Nov. 5
Loafer’s Glory WMA is a quiet, hidden wildlife asset Feb. 11
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AGFC magazine named top national publication Aug. 12
Governor Beebe appoints Emon Mahony to commission July 1
Master Angler program provides challenge to fishermen Apr. 8
Public hearings set on regulation changes for Lake Maumelle Oct. 21
Retired AGFC biologist Bob McAnally receives NWTF award Jan. 14
Wildlife officer makes record meth arrest in Pike County Mar. 25
Commission approves early migratory bird seasons  July 29
Late migratory bird seasons set by Commission Aug. 26
Signing paves way to implement White River minimum flows Jan. 21
Green tree reservoir workshop scheduled for Monticello Feb. 25
Boat motor restrictions on several WMAs proposed Aug. 26
Birding basics topic for Mount Nebo State Park program Feb. 4
White River Mount Olive Access renovated to enhance fishing June 17
Looking for spring squirrels? Seek out the mulberries May 6
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Hunting season opens on Natural Heritage areas Oct. 21
Antique fishing tackle to be topic of nature center program Feb. 18
LR nature center to host deer season seminar Nov. 5
Little Rock nature center to close in preparation for Riverfest May 13
Air up some nightcrawlers for improved fishing success Apr. 22
Two options studied for North Fork River catch and release Aug. 26
Arkansas NWTF chapters funding state projects  Dec. 9
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Bowhunters must wear orange during gun seasons Oct. 28
Ouachita River Sweep begins Sept. 12 Sept. 2
SouthArk unveils plans for outdoor expo at El Dorado Aug. 26
Four Arkansans selected for Outdoor Hall of Fame Apr. 22
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Leftover WMA deer hunting permits go on sale Oct. 5 Sept. 30
Some permit deer hunts cancelled, others an option Nov. 5
New law affects teen boaters operating personal watercraft July 1
Rachel’s Law affects teens operating personal watercraft July 10
‘Pet’ deer can’t be sold, swapped or given away Nov. 11
Petit Jean’s Mountain Rendezvous gives a glimpse of the past Oct. 28
Bird photography seminar coming up at nature center Oct. 14
Wildlife officer makes record meth arrest in Pike County Mar. 25
Annual sportsman and youth expo to debut in Pine Bluff  Aug. 26
Eagle events planned at Pinnacle Mountain State Park  Dec. 23
Wildlife officers catch poacher in closed flood region Dec. 2
Arkansas wildlife officers assist Iowa with poaching cases  Sept. 16
Pre-cook technique allows more time for the hunt Nov. 5
Public meeting format changes for 2010-11 hunting regulations Dec. 9
Purple gallinule: gaudiest of the southern slough June 10
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Rachel’s Law affects teens operating personal watercraft July 10
AGFC radio show to feature live call-in format Oct. 21
Ken Reeves: From elk hunting to a mercy flight Oct. 7
Petit Jean’s Mountain Rendezvous gives a glimpse of the past Oct. 28
Reyno Levee reopens on Dave Donaldson Black River WMA July 1
Rep. Mike Ross reflects on Sportsmen’s Caucus post Feb. 4
Hunters can help themselves by checking rules changes Aug. 26
Trout Day for kids scheduled at Russellville park  Nov. 18
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Tommy Sanders sweeps to a niche in outdoor television Aug. 12
Screech owl nest box workshop planned at Lake Charles Nov. 25
AGFC Scout Night at Dickey-Stephens Park is May 8 Apr. 29
Walton Short’s long elk legacy comes to an end Jan. 21
Public meeting to focus on silver carp problem in Lake Chicot Sept. 16
Small named AGFC boating law enforcement officer of the year Mar. 4
Premiere smallmouth stream to flow freely after Kelly’s Slab fixed Nov. 5
AGFC to begin eradication of snakeheads in eastern Arkansas Mar. 13
Snakehead campaign’s first phase ends; evaluation awaited Apr. 1
Snow goose conservation season opens Feb. 2 Jan. 7
Snow goose hunters urged to watch for swans Jan. 28
Spoons for fishing are old but productive tools Apr. 22
Spring fishing package Apr. 8
Wildlife officers monitor Spring River activities Aug. 12
Looking for spring squirrels? Seek out the mulberries May 6
Spring turkey hunting season dates set by AGFC Oct. 28
Stateline Longbeard’s “Jakes Day” set for April 18 Apr. 15
More farm wildlife benefits possible in stewardship program Oct. 14
Stimulus funds help access to Bayou DeView Dec. 2
AGFC, other agencies restore Grand Prairie at Stuttgart airport July 22
County road leading into Sulphur River WMA is closed Oct. 21
Summer fishing can be productive after dark Sept. 2
Arkansans urged to report sightings of swans in state Feb. 25
A swimming deer can’t be taken by hunters Oct. 28
Sylamore WMA helped comeback of deer in Arkansas Jan. 14
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Immediately tagging deer is a must for Arkansas hunters Sept. 9
Talkin’ Outdoors can be seen on both KARK-4 and KARZ-42 Sept. 2
Talkin’ Outdoors show to be aired twice a week  Dec. 16
New law affecting teen boaters goes into effect July 31 July 15
Check stations are out, Telecheck is in for hunters Sept. 30
AGFC wins lawsuit over Black River timber damage July 10
Toll-free number is vital for deer, turkey hunters  Sept. 2
Union Pacific Railroad advises hunters not to hunt on, near tracks  Dec. 2
Trapping workshop scheduled for Oct. 30-Nov. 1  Sept. 23
Successful trotlining means keeping bait on the hook Apr. 8
Trout Day for kids scheduled at Russellville park Nov. 18
2009 Arkansas trout fishing guidebook now available Jan. 28
Everything you wanted to know about trout but were afraid to ask Feb. 18
More trumpeter swans released into the wild in Arkansas Feb. 18
Trumpeter swan reports needed from Arkansas observers Dec. 2
Charleston turkey caller takes top honors at NWTF convention Mar. 4
Turkey coordinator points out bright spots in cloudy forecast Apr. 1
Turkey permit application period is extended Jan. 14
Second draw for turkey permits completed Mar. 13
Public comments solicited on closing of fall turkey season  Aug. 26
Commission votes to close 2009 fall turkey hunting in Arkansas Sept. 30
2010 spring turkey season public meetings to be held Aug. 25  Aug. 19
Spring turkey season forecast to be topic of program Mar. 13
2009 spring turkey hunt close to previous year’s totals July 29
Spring turkey hunting season dates set by AGFC Oct. 28
Application period for WMA turkey hunt is underway Dec. 16
AGFC officers stay busy during opening of spring turkey season Apr. 15
Turkey Trot, calling contest coming up at Yellville  Sept. 23
AGFC news now can be found on Facebook and Twitter Aug. 19
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UALR to defend college bass championship on Arkansas River July 10
Union Pacific Railroad advises hunters not to hunt on, near tracks Dec. 2
Urban deer hunt applications now available June 3
Urban deer hunts provide meals for less fortunate Sept. 30
Bass tournament will support scholarships at U of A May 6
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Valentine’s Day bird walk for beginners Feb. 11
Fishing versatility depends on your creativeness June 3
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Waterfowl habitat best in years, biologists say Nov. 18 
Youth waterfowl hunts begin Dec. 19 on WMA Nov. 25
Public meetings set for input on waterfowl regulations May 20
Waterfowl Watch Weekend coming up at Lake Chicot Dec. 23
Wattensaw Bayou Water Trail ribbon cutting set for April 30 Apr. 15
Wattensaw WMA: Bountiful bowhunting and much more Apr. 29
AGFC Web site is available for deer checking Nov. 5
Bothersome web worms can be useful as bream bait June 10
Signing paves way to implement White River minimum flows Jan. 21
White River Refuge open despite heavy tornado damage  Aug. 19
Flooding closes White River North Unit muzzleloader deer hunts Oct. 14
It’s time to apply for wildlife conservation funding  Dec. 23
Wildlife habitat management seminar to help landowners July 22
AGFC reopens access routes on wildlife management areas June 24
Boat motor restrictions on several WMAs proposed  Aug. 26
Leftover WMA deer hunting permits go on sale Oct. 5 Sept. 30
17 cadets complete wildlife officer training May 27
Arkansas wildlife officer wins NWTF award Jan. 21
Planting for wildlife? Take a look at the edges May 20
AWF names “Wildman” Conservation Communicator of Year Aug. 19
Winter fishing reports available online from AGFC Jan. 7
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Turkey Trot, calling contest coming up at Yellville Sept. 23
Arkansas Youth Shooting Sports Program championship June 5-6 June 3
Youth Shooting championship continues tremendous growth June 10
Youth waterfowl hunts begin Dec. 19 on WMA  Nov. 25
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Zone doe permits give way to doe days in deer management Oct. 14