Saline River News

Pintail bag limit increased for 2025-26 waterfowl season, special teal hunt shortened

Pintail bag limit increased for 2025-26 waterfowl season, special teal hunt shortened

LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas duck hunters will be able to put a couple of extra pintails in their daily bag if the opportunity presents itself this winter, according to an interim harvest strategy being implemented by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in cooperation with the four Flyway Councils.  Arkansas’s 2025-26 waterfowl season will be…

Moro Bay State Park Remains Temporarily Closed Due to Rising Ouachita River Levels

Moro Bay State Park Remains Temporarily Closed Due to Rising Ouachita River Levels

MORO BAY, Ark. – 4-11-25 – Moro Bay State Park this week announced a temporary closure due to rising waters from the Ouachita River, which is currently at 87.00 feet and continuing to rise. According to the park’s statement, the National Weather Service is predicting the river could crest between Sunday and Monday, with an…

Moro Bay State Park Temporarily Closed Due to Ouachita River Flooding

Moro Bay State Park Temporarily Closed Due to Ouachita River Flooding

MORO BAY, Ark. – 4-10-25 – Moro Bay State Park in Bradley County has been temporarily closed due to rising floodwaters from the Ouachita River, according to a public announcement shared Thursday morning. Park officials reported the river had reached 85 feet at the Bay earlier in the day, with a concerning rise of nearly…

2024 boating accident report shows continued issue of low life-jacket use among victims

2024 boating accident report shows continued issue of low life-jacket use among victims

HOT SPRINGS — According to the recently released 2024 Year-End Boating Accident Report compiled by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, life jacket wear continues to be one of the largest shortfalls among Arkansas boaters when it comes to enjoying the water safely.  Only 20 percent of the 207 individuals involved in boating accidents last year were…

Lovebirds? The Great Backyard Bird Count begins Valentine’s Day

Lovebirds? The Great Backyard Bird Count begins Valentine’s Day

LITTLE ROCK — Valentine’s day isn’t the only big event for birds-of-a-feather this year. The 28th edition of the annual Great Backyard Bird Count is coming up Feb. 14-17, and anyone who wants to join is welcome. Article by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The Great Backyard Bird Count is a joint project of the National Audubon…

Arkansas Celebrates Natural State Day at the Capitol with Outdoor Industry Showcase

Arkansas Celebrates Natural State Day at the Capitol with Outdoor Industry Showcase

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism hosted Natural State Day at the Capitol today, showcasing the profound economic, cultural, and recreational impact of the outdoor industry in Arkansas. Attendees experienced exhibits from over 30 outdoor recreation organizations and businesses, highlighting Arkansas’ thriving outdoor economy. Article by Arkansas Department of…

AGFC announces temporary WMA closures for feral hog control measures

LITTLE ROCK – Several Arkansas wildlife management areas will be closed temporarily to daytime public access for short periods of time during February and March. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Wildlife Services, in cooperation with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, will be conducting aerial operations to facilitate feral hog…

Biologists Track Rare Alabama Shad on Historic Journey from Ouachita River to Gulf Coast

Biologists Track Rare Alabama Shad on Historic Journey from Ouachita River to Gulf Coast

LITTLE ROCK — Thirty juvenile Alabama shad are striking out on a 650-mile journey from the Ouachita River in southwest Arkansas to the Gulf Coast and beyond, and for the first time in history, biologists with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will be tagging along. By Sarah Baxter, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission The Alabama…