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According to a statement from the AFC on Feb. 26, in the last four days (Feb. 22-Feb. 25), 168 wildfires have burned approximately 6,365 acres of forestland across the state, making up one-third of all the acres burned in Alabama since Oct. 1 (the beginning of the agency’s fiscal year).
Alabama Forestry Commission issues Fire Alert for Baldwin, 7 other southwest counties
Have you seen the smoke? An innocent flame, born perhaps from a stray spark or a moment of carelessness, can swiftly transform into a raging inferno, consuming not just trees and brush but also … more
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Your guide to citrus tree grafting: Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper, presented by Saunders Marine Center
Citrus tree grafting, an ancient horticultural practice, is not merely a cultivation technique; it is an intricate way of combining various varieties, rootstocks and the overarching importance it … more
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The beauty and bounty of gladiolus flowers in our humid grow zone: Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper, presented by Saunders Yachtworks
Gladiolus, sometimes known as sword lilies, are a staple of Southern gardens, known for their striking, upright spikes and delicate blooms. In zones 8 /9, such as those found in South Alabama, … more
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Instruction begins on Saturdays with an introduction to the history of trapping, the responsibilities of the trapper and the different types of traps and baits used. Saturday afternoons students set trap lines with their mentors. On Sundays, students and their mentors check the traps and learn how to prepare the furs.
Registration now open for Alabama trapping education workshops
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is offering a series of trapping education workshops during select weekends this fall and winter. The workshops provide instruction … more
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USDA grant to allow researchers to help Southern blueberry growers in states like Alabama
AUBURN — A nearly half-a-million-dollar grant will allow Auburn University professors and Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station researchers to help blueberry growers in states like Alabama … more
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Registration for this year’s hunts will open at 8 a.m. on Aug. 21. Although the hunts are free, online registration is required. The first youth dove hunts of the season begin on Sept. 2.
Registration for 2023 Alabama youth dove hunts opens Aug. 21
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries provides several youth dove hunt opportunities throughout the state each fall. A simple … more
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Seven reefs will be installed across the Fairhope area including Pier Street Boat Ramp, the Fairhope Pier and other locations to help protect the waterways. “We attended the installation at the Grand Hotel and when I saw it, I just knew that Fairhope had to be a part of it,” said Sullivan. “Obviously, we have always ben supportive of environmental efforts that will help enhance the cleanliness of Mobile Bay and we it one of our greatest natural resources we have here along the eastern shore and just really wanted to be a part of it.”
Eagle Scout's reef project adopted by Fairhope to keep Gulf waters clean
FAIRHOPE — After introducing his Eagle Scout Project to The Grand Hotel in Point Clear, John Shell's artificial reefs caught the eye of Mayor Sherry Sullivan, inspiring her to bring this … more
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Bay Minette celebrated Arbor Day on Feb. 24 with tree giveaways and handing out seed packets.
Foley and Bay Minette celebrate Arbor Day with tree giveaways and festivities
More than 700 trees found new homes during the City of Bay Minette’s annual Arbor Day observance, organized by the Bay Minette Beautification Committee and coordinated by Jody McMillan and the … more
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Red snapper season closed Oct. 17
The Marine Resources Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced the 2023 private angler red snapper fishing season closed, effective Oct. 17. Alabama's 2023 … more
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Avid bass angler Tracy Neely shows off a lunker bass he caught and released at Madison County Lake.
State public fishing lakes staples in communities
Alabama is blessed with an abundance of lakes, reservoirs and waterways for residents and visitors to enjoy for fishing, boating, birdwatching and many other outdoor activities. However, several … more
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Baldwin, south Alabama removed from Fire Alert status
Baldwin County and much of south Alabama has been removed from a state Fire Alert status.While forestry officials have rescinded the Fire Alert in 35 counties in the southern half of the state, the … more
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Citrus fruits can grow successfully in the back yard with little or no control of insects and diseases. One of the only drawbacks to growing citrus is the occasional cold snap of low winter temperatures, where the trees require protection.
'Tis the season for citrus
Cranberries and cinnamon may be considered the official scents of the holiday season, but fresh citrus is ripe for the picking, just in time for merrymaking. Alabama citrus growers begin harvesting … more
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Drew Metzler, an Alabama Extension forestry and wildlife regional agent, recently had the opportunity to educate others far from home on New Mexico's Philmont Scout Ranch – the world's largest outdoor youth camp.
Alabama Extension agent educates at world's largest outdoor youth camp
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — The Alabama Cooperative Extension System's role is to serve the people of Alabama with unbiased, science-based information. Sometimes, Alabama Extension professionals bend … more
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Tackle foodborne illness at your football tailgate
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Tailgating is a time-honored tradition in the world of sports. No tailgate is complete without an assortment of delectable food offerings. From burgers and wings to cheese … more
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“Through the ForestHER program, I was able to learn to do things that I didn’t know before,” Jackie Meggison said. “It was very beneficial for me to know that I can do this, and if I don’t know something, I have resources and contacts to help me figure out what I need to do.”
ForestHER program empowers Alabama women forest landowners
Jackie Meggison is a forest landowner in Pike County She is no stranger to the natural beauty of forests. In her own slice of Alabama, she manages forests and other natural resources to ensure that … more
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The safe handling and release of recreationally caught fish are crucial for maintaining healthy fish populations. While an individual angler may release a relatively small number of fish in a single outing, the collective impact of millions of saltwater recreational anglers in the Gulf of Mexico results in millions of caught and released fish.
Recreational anglers now have access to the Return 'Em Right Best Release Practices Manual
In a collaborative effort involving for-hire captains, private recreational anglers, scientists and fisheries managers, the Return 'Em Right initiative has been established to improve the survival … more
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WFF fisheries biologist holds a huge silver carp taken from Pickwick Lake in 2022.
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources installs invasive carp signs at Tennessee River public boat ramps
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is expanding its awareness campaign about two species of invasive carp that pose a potential threat to the state's native … more
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This year's red snapper season will consist of four-day weekends, running from Friday through Monday, starting on May 24 and continuing until the private angler quota is projected to be met. Additionally, the entire week encompassing Independence Day, from July 1 to July 5, will be open for red snapper fishing.
Alabama announces 2024 red snapper fishing season
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) has declared that both Alabama state waters and federal waters will open to private and … more
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While the above image is not of a queen conch, NOAA announced the listing of the queen conch as threatened under the Endangered Species Act due to overutilization through commercial, recreational and subsistence fishing, as well as illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing.
NOAA Fisheries announces final rule listing queen conch as threatened under ESA
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries announced earlier this year the listing of the queen conch as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). NOAA … more
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Alabama seafood: Grilling a taste of the coast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY – Alabama is home to some of the best seafood in the country. For many, it wouldn't be summer without getting a taste of fresh Alabama seafood. While taking a trip to the … more
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