Author: WVDNR

Three new state fishing records broken in West Virginia this spring

WVDNR highlights trophy catches as anglers gear up for summer fishing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

WVDNR Urges Life Jacket Use During National Safe Boating Week

Agency promotes safe boating practices as summer season begins CHARLESTON, W.Va. — To help promote National Safe Boating Week, the...

WVDNR stocks 83 waters during week of May 4

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2026 fishing license and trout stamp CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

WVDNR Reminds Public to Leave Young Wildlife Alone

Handling of wild animals discouraged and violates state law CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR)...

WVDNR Announces Updates to Dove Hunting at 2 Wildlife Management Areas

Dove limited hunt permits no longer required at South Branch while controlled hunt launches at Stonewall Jackson this fall ROMNEY,...

WVDNR releases updated boating regulations for 2026

Changes include removal of horsepower restrictions on several lakes CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR)...

Green Bottom Wildlife Management Area Boat Ramp Reopened

WVDNR exploring upgrades to public access site in Cabell County CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

Reedsville man catches record chain pickerel

27.95-inch, 5.65-pound fish caught at private Preston County pond in April CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

Buckhannon teen catches record-breaking golden rainbow trout

Hunter Rohr’s catch during the annual West Virginia Gold Rush event sets a new length and weight record CHARLESTON, W.Va....

West Virginia Division of Natural Resources opens registration for Becoming an Outdoors Woman spring workshop

Popular event for outdoor enthusiasts set for May 1-3 at Twin Falls Resort State Park CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West...