"Instead of offering something that may end up in the back of the

closet, offer him something that will make a lifelong memory," said

WRD Director Noel Holcomb. "By doing a little research on the Internet,

you might find that something you thought was too expensive, like a guided

fishing trip, is actually quite reasonable. Even better, get two families

to send their dads on a guided 'buddy trip;' wouldn't

that make your Dad feel special!"

Georgia has much to offer for families who want to get outside. There

are over 70 wildlife management areas available on over one million acres

of land. WMAs are available for hiking, fishing, hunting, camping and

other recreational and educational opportunities. Georgia boasts over

4,000 miles of trout streams, 12,000 miles of warm water streams and

500,000 acres of impoundments for the anglers in your life. State parks,

mountains, beaches and more also are available to everyone. WRD suggests

some of the following outdoors-related gift items:

� Fishing & hunting maps and books.

� Fishing rod, reel and lures.

� Guide to hiking trails in Georgia.

� Field guides for birds and animals.

� Binoculars.

� State park pass.

� Life jackets.

� Tree stand.

� Tackle box.

� Tent.

� Birdfeeders and birdseed or nectar.

� How-to guides and/or videos.

� Archery equipment.

� Hiking shoes.

� Compass.

� Subscription to an outdoors magazine.

� Guided fishing or hunting trip.

These are only a few of the thousands of gifts that could be given to

Dad this Father's Day. For more information on Georgia's outdoor

recreational opportunities, visit www.georgiawildlife.com.