Author: WVDNR

Top Hunting and Fishing Resolutions for 2026

Your guide to setting outdoor goals for 2026 and beyond The start of a new year is the perfect time...

2026 West Virginia Outdoor Adventure Calendar

Plan your year of outdoor adventures in West Virginia with these can’t-miss hunting and fishing opportunities West Virginia offers endless...

Hunter’s Guide to West Virginia’s Deer Muzzleloader and Mountaineer Heritage Seasons

Gear up for West Virginia’s deer muzzleloader and Mountaineer Heritage seasons West Virginia’s hunting seasons are steeped in tradition, and...

Gov. Justice announces return of WVDNR’s “Gift the Outdoors” holiday promotion

Holiday gift guide includes WVDNR gift certificates and other hunting and fishing items available for online purchase CHARLESTON, W.Va. —...

Gov. Justice announces extra Elk River trout stockings in Webster County

Elk River to be stocked with 1,500 trout in November and December WEBSTER SPRINGS, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice announced...

WVDNR seeks art for West Virginia Wildlife Calendar Contest

Artists have until Feb. 19, 2025 to submit wildlife paintings SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Artists who want a chance to...

Gov. Justice announces return of buck firearms season and Big Buck Photo Contest

Eligible hunters can win prizes for submitting photos of 2024 buck harvests CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and the...

WVDNR reminds hunters about concurrent black bear gun season

Next segment of black bear firearms season will run concurrently with buck firearms season SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West...

WVDNR reminds hunters about tree stand safety

Safety compliance and hunting regulations prevent accidents in the field SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With West Virginia’s buck firearms season...

WVDNR stocks 44 waters with monster, trophy-size trout

Anglers who catch a tagged monster trout can win a prize SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...