Author: WVDNR

Hunting Ethics: How to Be a Responsible Hunter in West Virginia

Ethical hunting protects access, preserves wildlife and promotes public trust In West Virginia, hunting is more than a tradition. Whether...

Beginner’s Guide to Squirrel Hunting

Start your hunting journey with this beginner-friendly season If you didn’t grow up hunting, getting started as an adult can...

Your guide to West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebration

Family-friendly activities, tasty food and celebrity sightings to inspire your family’s love for the outdoors Finding quality time to spend...

WVDNR accepting applications for antlerless deer hunt lotteries

Hunters must apply online for controlled deer hunts in limited permit areas and select state parks CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The...

2025 Deer Lottery Hunt Guide

Lottery hunts provide hunters with unique deer hunting opportunities Each year, the WVDNR issues a limited number of permits for...

WVDNR Announces New Format, Locations for July 24 Natural Resources Commission Meeting

Public invited to attend in-person at six locations or watch via livestream CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

WVDNR Files Legislative Rules For Review, Seeks Public Comments

Proposed changes include repeal of outdated hunting rule and new wildlife rehabilitation guidelines CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division...

WVDNR Seeks Input on State Wildlife Action Plan

Open house meetings scheduled across the state in July CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR)...

WVDNR Police Announce July 4 Sober Boating Safety Checks

NRPOs to promote safe, sober boating with Operation Dry Water checks during July 4 weekend CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West...

WVDNR releases hunting and trapping regulations summary for 2025-2026 seasons

Changes to white-tailed deer, wild turkey and black bear seasons explained in annual publication CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...