The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources certified three state saltwater fishing records for the month of July. For conventional tackle, Timothy Kennedy of Ocean Springs set the record for Gray Snapper (Lutjanus griseus) with a
The MDMR will provide a free Seafood Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points course for seafood dealers, processors and employees. […]
After an assessment of the areas affected by wildfire on July 4 at Deer Island, the MDMR has reopened the trails and interior of the island. […]
The MDMR announces that Mississippi’s recreational red snapper season will close Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. local time. […]
Using a spear, Tim Shivers of Ocean Springs set the record for Almaco Jack with a fish weighing 40 pounds, 15.2 ounces. […]
The MDMR will host a series of public information meetings to assist stakeholders affected by Mississippi’s new seafood labeling law. […]
The MDMR has set the opening date of the 2025-2026 shrimp season in state territorial waters for 6 a.m. Monday, June 23, 2025. […]
Beginning July 1, 2025, all seafood and crawfish sold in Mississippi must be clearly labeled as either imported or domestic. […]
The first weekend of National Fishing and Boating Week in June of each year is designated as Free Fishing Weekend. […]
The MDWFP announced the creation of the first-ever Mississippi Wild Turkey Stamp, aimed at enhancing management, habitat, and research. […]
The MDWFP invites residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day in the outdoors with a getaway to one of Mississippi’s state parks. […]
The MDWFP announced that Wolf Lake located in Yazoo and Humphreys Counties reopened for fishing and boating on June 3 at 6:00 a.m. […]
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