The TWRA participates in numerous county fairs across Tennessee each year, providing a unique opportunity to connect with communities and share information about hunting, fishing, and Tennessee’s diverse wildlife.
TWRA hosted its second annual Lincoln County Sportsman’s Field Day at Flintville Wildlife Management Area in September. More than 140 youngsters participated in a variety of outdoor activities designed to introduce kids to hunting, fishing and other outdoor skills.
Dusten Moffitt is a recipient of the North American Wildlife Enforcement Officers Association (NAWEOA) Lifesaving Award for his bravery and selfless service during a life threatening swift water rescue in Sumner County in June 2025.
The TWRA Boating and Law Enforcement Division presented its annual awards and the Dispatcher of the Year for 2025.
The staff at Old Hickory Wildlife Management Area (WMA) recently hosted the Annual Wilson County Ducks Unlimited Green Wings Event, welcoming more than 60 young hunters and their families for a day of outdoor education and hands-on activities.
TWRA personnel joined thousands of visitors at the Arnold Air Force Base (AAFB) open house recently as the installation celebrated its 75th anniversary.
TWRA recently partnered with 4 H to host the fifth annual Wild Child Camp for 20 elementary age students in Hamblen County. The three day program introduces youth to hunting, fishing, boating, and essential outdoor skills through hands-on learning led by TWRA staff and volunteers.
Did you know that the Duck River in Middle Tennessee supports one of the richest freshwater mussel populations in the state, with more mussel species than almost any other river in Tennessee? This was just one of the many fascinating insights presented at the Tennessee Native Plant Society (TNPS) 2026 Annual Conference by Brittany Bajo-Walker Statewide Mollusk Conservation Coordinator and Aquatic Biologist with the TWRA, who shared her expertise on freshwater mussels and aquatic conservation in Tennessee.
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) Region II Biodiversity Survey Manager Michaela Bass Zaidan, started a project with construction classes at Oakland High School (OHS) in Murfreesboro.
The 2026 Tellico Trout Festival was held in downtown Tellico Plains drawing more than 5,000 attendees to celebrate the region’s thriving trout industry. This annual event continues to bring anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and families together for a day of education, entertainment, food, and outfitter services, all while promoting public awareness of trout management in East Tennessee.
TWRA has completed the replacement of two of four fishing piers located on catch-and-release ponds within Sharp Springs Natural Area.
As the school year came to an end across Tennessee, many schools hosted traditional Career Day events to inspire students and explore future opportunities.
TWRA recently supported the 5th Annual Fishing at the Fountain event by providing rainbow trout from Buffalo Springs Hatchery for students in the Morristown East High School Work-Based Learning Program.
SCOTT COUNTY, Tenn. --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has announced the temporary closure of a portion of Montgomery Fork Road within the North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area (WMA) after recent rain events caused significant erosion and a hazardous road washout.
TWRA had an active role in the 2026 Tennessee FFA State Convention held in Gatlinburg. With nearly 4,000 high school agriculture and natural resources students in attendance, the event provided an excellent opportunity for students to interact with game wardens, biologists, and other team members.