Deer Hunting
S.C.’s 2018 deer harvest increased over recent years
2018 was a good year for deer hunters in South Carolina. The overall deer harvest increased over recent years, and SCDNR biologists have released the data. […]
SCDNR
Events & Announcements
Robert Boyles named interim director of SCDNR
After SCDNR Director Alvin Taylor’s retirement, the agency has named Robert Boyles as interim director while they search for a permanent solution. […]
Turkey Hunting
S.C. makes big changes for turkey hunting regulations
South Carolina’s turkey hunters will no longer get a free ride when it comes to getting their tags. Beginning in 2020, previously free turkey tags will cost $5 for residents. Non-residents will pay $100. And that’s not the only change facing hunters. […]
Inshore Fishing
S.C. shellfish harvesting season will close May 31
South Carolina’s recreational shellfish season will close on May 31 until the fall, when water temperatures will decrease to a safe level again. […]
Fishing
23-year-old man dies in Lake Marion boat crash
Connor Lambert, 23-years-old from Andrews, S.C., was killed on May 2 during a night-time boating accident on the Santee Cooper Lakes. […]
Events & Announcements
SCDNR Director Alvin Taylor retiring after 42 years
Alvin Taylor, who has been with the SCDNR for 42 years (the last seven as director), has announced his retirement. […]
Alligator
It’s time to apply for S.C.’s 2019 gator season
Hunters hoping to get an alligator tag for South Carolina’s 2019 season can apply for selection from May 1 through June 15. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Section of Jocassee Gorges road closed due to landslides
Landslides have caused the SCDNR to close a 3-mile section of Horsepasture Rd. in Pickens County. The road leads to the popular Jocassee Gorges area used by many outdoorsmen. […]
Fishing
Palmetto Sportsmen’s Classic is next weekend
Stop by the SC State Fairgrounds next weekend, March 22 – 24 for the 2019 Palmetto Sportsmen’s Classic. Over 350 vendors will be on hand with all sorts of outdoor-related gear and products. […]
Other Hunting
State Youth Coon Hunting Championship celebrates 25th anniversary
Jace Shuler and Sly Stone were crowned champions in the senior and junior divisions of the 2019 S.C. State Youth Coon Hunting championship. […]