Mississippi
Mississippi Delta green-tree waterfowl reservoirs, high-density deer herds, and long spring turkey seasons.
Mississippi Regulatory Agency
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP)
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) manages wildlife, fisheries, and public lands across Mississippi's Delta, Piney Woods, and river basins.
Mississippi offers high deer densities, long season windows, flooded timber waterfowl hunting in the Delta, and Eastern wild turkey hunting.
policyMission
To conserve and enhance Mississippi's wildlife, fisheries, and parks, provide quality outdoor recreation, and engage the public in natural resource conservation.
assignmentResponsibilities
- Issues resident and non-resident deer, turkey, waterfowl, and alligator licenses
- Manages 55 Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) covering prime bottomland and pine habitats
- Establishes annual deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game hunting regulations
- Executes habitat management, CWD surveillance, and fisheries conservation
- Enforces state wildlife and boating safety laws through Conservation Officers
starCore Values
- Southern Heritage: Preserving Mississippi's rich outdoor sportspeople culture.
- Public Access: Providing accessible WMAs and state parks.
- Stewardship: Managing renewable natural resources for future generations.