The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (DNR WRD) recently received a $150,000 donation from Georgia Power to enhance and update the Go Fish Education Center.
“Georgia DNR values partnerships that strengthen educational opportunities and connect people with Georgia’s natural resources. Georgia Power’s generous donation is a great example of that shared commitment,” said DNR Commissioner Walter Rabon. “These updates to the Go Fish Education Center will create new opportunities for visitors to learn about fishing, conservation, and Georgia’s aquatic resources.”
The Go Fish Education Center, located in Perry, Ga., provides hands-on educational experiences that connect visitors with Georgia’s native fish, aquatic habitats, and fishing opportunities. Through interactive exhibits, educational programs, a working fish hatchery, and a stocked casting pond, the Center promotes fishing participation, supports fisheries management and conservation, and encourages people of all ages to explore and enjoy Georgia’s fisheries.
“At Georgia Power, we appreciate our state’s natural resources and work every day, alongside the Department of Natural Resources, to protect them for future generations,” said Jennifer Winn, vice president of Land for Georgia Power. “The Go Fish Education Center is an incredible facility for Georgia youth, and we’re proud to support improvements at the center to make it even more engaging for visitors. Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to come out and fish at a Georgia Power lake in their community – our lakes are just one of the ways we’re here for Georgia.”
For more information about Georgia Power, visit georgiapower.com. For more information about the Georgia DNR WRD, visit GeorgiaWildlife.com.
