Author: WVDNR

WVDNR stocks 65 waters during week of May 19

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2025 fishing license and trout stamp CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

WVDNR announces Free Fishing Days weekend to take place June 7-8

30th annual Bowden Fishing Derby and event at Little Beaver State Park scheduled for June 7 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The...

WVDNR Urges Public to Leave Young Wildlife Alone

Contact with wildlife can harm the animal and transmit disease and parasites CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

WVDNR Announces Changes to Coyote, Youth and Waterfowl Hunting Regulations

New rules expand opportunities for youth hunters and clarify supervision requirements CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

West Virginia Anglers Catch Record Largemouth Bass, Blue Catfish

WVDNR confirms fifth and sixth state record fish of 2025 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

WVDNR to Host Public Meeting on Forks of Coal Master Plan

Public invited to review and comment on proposed improvements to natural area and trails CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...

WVDNR stocks 80 waters during week of May 5

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2025 fishing license and trout stamp CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

Lincoln County Angler Catches State Record Black Crappie

WVDNR has confirmed 3 state record catches in 2025 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR)...

WVDNR Police to Launch Safe Boating Week Patrols

NRPOs to focus on life jacket laws and sober boating ahead of Memorial Day CHARLESTON, W.Va. — To help promote...

WVDNR Relocates Main Office to State Capitol Complex

Move enhances public service and strengthens collaboration with state leaders CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...