S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources

Attention turkey hunters: There is a misprint on the back of the turkey tag forms regarding season dates on private and WMA lands. Please note, this error is ONLY on the back of the turkey tag forms. Information on the tags themselves is correct.

We're thrilled to share that earlier this month, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service delisted the wood stork from the federal list of endangered and threatened wildlife! More information ➡️ bit.ly/4smLLXd

We’re proud to partner with the South Carolina State Museum for Flock Fest this Saturday, March 21! More information ➡️ scmuseum.org/events/flock-f…

SCDNR announces termination following policy violations

Attention turkey hunters 🚨 Turkey tags are currently being mailed. Beginning March 18, turkey tags will be available over-the-counter at SCDNR licensing offices. Please also wait until March 18 to inquire about tags that were not delivered by the USPS.

Join us at the newly updated Wateree Sporting Clays Range in Richland County! $20 per 100-clay round 14068 Garners Ferry Rd Eastover, SC 29044 Tues–Sat, 9 AM–5 PM

Last month, we were honored to be awarded the Agency Partner Award during the North American Migratory Bird Joint Venture in Washington, D.C., with many members of South Carolina's congressional delegation staff in attendance. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3OKwtfQ

It's almost that time of year again! Antler scoring events will soon be happening across the state! Find one near you ➡️ dnr.sc.gov/news/2026/Feb/…

Check out this great article from ESRI, the software behind our ArcGIS mapping system that is used by our biologists statewide to monitor South Carolina's natural resources! esri.com/about/newsroom…

🚨 New range hours 🚨 Effective immediately, the State Shooting Complex operating hours will be Wednesday-Saturday from 9am-7pm. This facility is located in Richland County at 1832 Vanboklen Rd, Eastover, SC 29044.

Are you a strong graphic designer with proven abilities in layout, typography and visual composition? Then we’ve got the job for you! We are seeking a talented graphic designer to provide creative design services for the agency. 🔗: governmentjobs.com/jobs/5233826-0…

Zoom in on the canopy 👀 🔗: dnr.sc.gov/education/boat…

The Great Backyard Bird Count is coming up this weekend and so is our annual Baltimore Oriole Winter Survey! More information and details on how to participate ➡️ bit.ly/4awXV86

Love is in the air this week! Send these to that special someone 💞

UPDATE: Due to delays, the parking lots at Lake Edgar Brown remain closed and are anticipated to reopen on Friday, February 13th.

The Lake Edgar Brown parking lots are currently closed for asphalt resurfacing. The parking lots are anticipated to reopen on Sunday, February 8.

Eyes on the eagles this February. The @SCDNR is conducting annual bald eagle nest surveys throughout the month. Residents in parts of the Lowcountry may see low-flying aircraft as biologists track nesting activity across coastal and inland areas. 🔗 bit.ly/3NVYCjA

Due to incoming weather, all public shooting facilities will be closed tomorrow, January 31, 2026. Additionally, Boater Education classes scheduled for Saturday, January 31, in Florence and Lancaster Counties have been canceled.

Today is a very special day because we get to celebrate K-9 River’s birthday! 🥳 River is turning four today and has been working in Region 2 for two years alongside her handler LCPL Mike Norris. When she’s not working, River loves to play with tennis balls 🎾

Due to the ice storm this past weekend, the access road at Pickens Shooting Range is unsafe to drive on. As a result, Pickens Shooting Range will be closed until further notice.