Author: WVDNR

WVDNR reminds hunters about upcoming youth hunting seasons

Squirrel and black bear youth hunting seasons set to open in September SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division...

Gov. Justice announces two anglers catch record black crappies on same day at Woodrum Lake

WVDNR reports eighth record-breaking catch of 2024 Lindell Marker Dwight Priestly SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice announced today...

WVDNR announces important migratory game bird season dates

New migratory bird regulations go into effect Sept. 1 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day ticket sale

Annual hunting and fishing show returns to Stonewall Resort on Sept. 21 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division...

2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar now available to purchase

WVDNR celebrates 40th anniversary edition of award-winning calendar SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR)...

WVDNR reminds bear hunters about early firearms seasons

Early bear firearms season is set to open Aug. 31 and Oct. 5 in select counties SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. —...

WVDNR announces improvements at Plum Orchard Lake

New docks and shore maintenance enhance angler and boater experience at popular lake SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia...

WVDNR announces Physical Agility Testing dates for Natural Resources Police Officer jobs

Tests for Natural Resources Police Officer candidates scheduled August 10, 17 and Sept. 7 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West...

WVDNR announces dates for statewide deer spotlight surveys in August and September

Survey is an important part of the West Virginia White-tailed Deer Management Plan SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va — The West Virginia...

West Virginia angler catches record channel catfish

Angler caught the 43.51-inch, 46.70-pound channel catfish in Wayne County SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...