Recent activity at Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
Meetings, budgets, and plans from this organization.
Oct 22, 2026·Board meeting
Mississippi Department of Marine Resources Commission Commission Meeting
The commission held a meeting to focus on enhancing, protecting, and conserving natural resources, with specific attention on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Discussion topics included the state of the commercial fishing fleet, the impact of imports on the seafood industry, and ongoing efforts to advertise Mississippi Gulf of America seafood through a five-year program. The meeting also covered the recovery of the oyster population following environmental devastation in 2019, operational updates from the Marine Patrol regarding their responsibilities in maritime security, search and rescue operations, and their coordination with the National Park Service for patrolling barrier islands.
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Mississippi Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks Business Session Agenda
The meeting agenda includes an educational session followed by a business session. Key discussion topics involve a license sales report, a presentation on the Mississippi Nature Trail, and updates from the Wildlife division regarding G6:2 Outdoors. Additionally, the Law Enforcement division will provide an update and discuss potential reinstatements, and the Commission will address other business items, including an executive session.
Sep 23, 2026·Board meeting
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Commission Commission Meeting
The meeting featured a comprehensive report on the 2026 alligator hunting season, detailing application statistics, permit allocations, and harvest data for both public and private lands. Commissioners discussed future program enhancements, including data-driven population modeling, potential statewide expansion of opportunities, and the implementation of electronic game check systems. Additionally, representatives from the Mississippi Trappers Association provided insights on ethical trapping practices, predator control strategies involving beavers and coyotes, and ongoing efforts to educate landowners and youth on trapping and wildlife management.
Sep 23, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Mississippi Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks Educational And Business Session Agenda
The agenda includes an educational session featuring an alligator report and a presentation by the Mississippi Trappers Association. The business session covers a review of license sales reports, a presentation on the Tishomingo Nature Trail, and wildlife management topics, specifically regulations on the supplemental feeding of wild animals outside of wildlife enclosures. Additionally, the commission addresses law enforcement updates, including officer reinstatements, and plans for the upcoming commission meeting.
