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Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) fisheries biologists are optimistic about fishing success in 2026.
Mississippi hunters and anglers can now opt in to automatic license renewal through the MDWFP licensing system.
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is proud to announce that LeFleur’s Bluff Playground has been named a top public playground in the nation, earning 6th place in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Public Playground.
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Any person born after January 1, 1972, must complete a hunter education course to legally hunt in Mississippi.
Any person born on or after June 30, 1980, must complete a boating education course in order to operate a boat on Mississippi public waterways.
AIMS (Archery in Mississippi Schools) and MSSP (Mississippi Scholastic Shooting Program) provide valuable opportunities for students to develop skills, discipline, and sportsmanship.
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The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is committed to conserving and enhancing Mississippi’s wildlife, fisheries, and parks, providing quality outdoor recreation, and engaging the public in natural resource conservation.