Tennessee announces What’s New in Tourism for 2022
December 19, 2021
Nashville, TN – Discover new attractions, restaurants, distilleries, hotels, exhibits, milestone anniversaries, renovations, and unique experiences across Tennessee.
Whether it’s music, food, scenic beauty, family memories, road trips or hidden gems, find your travel inspiration.
Blue Bank Resort
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, Fisherman Bill Dance announce “Bill Dance Signature Lakes” Initiative
December 19, 2021
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and fishing icon Bill Dance have announced a new initiative to improve and enhance Tennessee lakes, increase visitation, and honor Dance’s legacy with the creation of Bill Dance Signature Lakes.
TWRA and the State of Tennessee will invest $15 million in improvements both above and below the water at 18 lakes that bear fishing legend Dance’s stamp of approval.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee
TWRA announces Waterfowl, Youth/Military Hunts Application Deadline approaching
December 12, 2021
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) says the December 14th application period for the late segment waterfowl hunting period and the youth/military hunt on wildlife management areas is nearing.
Applications can be made until 11:59pm CT and there is no fee for applying this season. This is a new process for the youth and veterans draw.
TWRA reports Deer tests Positive for CWD in Crockett County, Hardin County, Dyer County now High-Risk
December 12, 2021
Nashville, TN – A deer harvested in Crockett County has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD), according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).
The CWD-positive deer was a 3 1/2 -year-old buck and changes Crockett County from high-risk to positive for CWD and Dyer County changes to high-risk due to its proximity.
Transportation Map, Rules for CWD
Tennessee Gas Prices Fall as COVID-19 Fears Rise
December 7, 2021
Nashville, TN – Tennessee motorists saw a little relief at the pump over last week as gas prices fell three cents, on average, across the state.
The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.06 which is nine cents cheaper than one month ago and $1.16 more than one year ago.
Tennessee State Parks seeks Input on Paris Landing State Park Outdoor Recreation
December 6, 2021
Nashville, TN – Tennessee State Parks will seek input from visitors of Paris Landing State Park in a meeting on December 14th, 2021to discuss replacement options for the swimming pool currently at the park.
Parks officials announced that the swimming pool will not reopen. The swimming pool was closed in 2020 and 2021 due to complications related to COVID-19 Coronavirus.
Reopening the pool is unfeasible due to aging facilities, declining visitation pre-COVID 19 Coronavirus, and high expenses.
Paris Landing Landing State Park. (Tennessee State Parks)
TWRA 2021-22 Winter Trout Stocking Program has begun
December 5, 2021
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has begun its 2021-22 winter trout stocking schedule. TWRA plans to release approximately 75,000 rainbow trout into Tennessee waters through March.
The program provides numerous close to home trout fishing opportunities for anglers during the winter months. These fisheries also provide a great opportunity to introduce children or first-time anglers to fishing.
TWRA 2021-22 Winter Trout Stocking Program has begun
TWRA reports CWD-Positive Deer found in Weakley County
December 3, 2021
Nashville, TN – the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) reports a deer harvested in Weakley County has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). The CWD-positive deer changes Weakley County from being a high-risk CWD county to a CWD-positive county.
Deer carcass exportation and wildlife feeding restrictions have been in effect since the county became high-risk due to the proximity of a positive deer in Henry County and remain in effect.
Tennessee Gas Prices fall another Two Cents
November 30, 2021
Nashville, TN – For the fourth straight week, The Tennessee gas price average declined – nearly two cents cheaper compared to last week.
The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.10 which is 7 cents cheaper than one month ago and $1.20 more than one year ago.
COVID-19 News causes a drop in Oil Prices. A drop in crude oil prices is likely to stabilize prices at the pump this week. (AAA)
TWRA announces Young Sportsman Squirrel Hunt to be held at Buffalo Ridge Refuge, December 18th
November 28, 2021
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) will hold a Young Sportsman Squirrel Hunt at Buffalo Ridge Refuge in Humphreys County on Saturday, December 18th, 2021.
There is no cost to participate in the hunt for youth ages 6-16. This hunt will replace the hunt that was held in February at the refuge.
The hunt will be limited to 30 participants. Breakfast and lunch will also be furnished. The day will begin with breakfast and a mandatory safety talk at 6:00am. The hunt starts at 7:00am and lunch will be available at noon.
TWRA to hold Young Sportsman Squirrel Hunt on Saturday, December 18th at the Buffalo Ridge Refuge in Humphreys County.
