1+ day, 7+ hour ago   (558+ words) Spending time in nature has been proven again and again to provide benefits to physical, mental and spiritual health, which is why projects like the Fort Morgan Trail extension are so important to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (77+ words) The 10 categories are: Winning images will be featured online and will also travel the state as part of an exhibit at various venues during 2027. Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected]....

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (977+ words) When hunting and fishing licenses for the 2026-2027 seasons become available Monday, buyers will be able to purchase their licenses through a new, updated license system. The new My Outdoor Alabama system will be available by going directly to www.myoutdooralabama....

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (278+ words) Horst described the 67-pound catfish as “a doozy of a fish.” She said she first discovered Alabama’s renowned catfishing opportunities while visiting her sister, who previously lived in Atmore. Although it was only her second-ever noodling trip, she said the…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (891+ words) The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo markets itself as the largest fishing tournament in the world. And while it's a beloved tradition for many on the Gulf Coast, others are critical of the revived practice of catching and dissecting sharks…...

2+ mon, 2+ day ago   (1196+ words) With catfish living in almost all of the freshwater streams, creeks, rivers and reservoirs in Alabama, the Alabama Tourism Department decided it was time to honor this ubiquitous species to officially open the Alabama Catfish Trail. At a kickoff event…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (189+ words) The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is one of the most anticipated events every single year on the Gulf Coast and brings thousands of folks out to fish, spectate and enjoy the Dauphin Island scenery. In this year’s edition — which…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (955+ words) The Alabama Turkey Hunters Hall of Fame inducted its third class of renowned turkey hunters recently at the Mobile Convention Center during the World Championship Turkey Calling Contest. Two of the inductees were able to attend the induction ceremony, Bob…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (242+ words) Whether it’s pulled from a river, raised on a farm or served at a favorite local restaurant, catfish has long been part of Alabama life. Now, state tourism officials are hoping to turn that tradition into a travel experience with…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (353+ words) Alabama State Parks is expanding efforts to remove invasive species and restore native habitats through a new statewide conservation initiative that will support projects across Alabama’s 21 state parks. The effort is supported by a $25,000 grant from the Alabama Association of…...