Author: 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...

Delayed Harvest Regulations End May 15

General regulations begin May 16 and continue through Oct. 31 on five popular fisheries CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...

South Branch WMA Mourning Dove Controlled Hunt Applications Available

Annual hunt is scheduled for Sept. 1-2 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today...

West Virginia Musky: Behind the Scenes of a Spawning Success Story

How the WVDNR’s Hatchery Program is Shaping the Future of Musky Fishing Muskellunge, often called musky, are known among anglers...

WVDNR Urges Residents to Remove Bear Attractants and Prevent Conflicts This Spring

Residents can help prevent human-bear conflicts by cleaning up their property BECKLEY, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

WVDNR Announces 2 State Record Fish Caught in April

Record-breaking redhorse sucker and redear sunfish caught on April 22 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

Summer Fishing Guide: West Virginia’s Must-Visit Lakes

6 West Virginia lakes you need to explore this summer Whether you're looking for an easy-access lake for a family...

Explore, Learn and Play at the Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center

Enjoy a day of fun and discovery while learning about wildlife conservation in West Virginia Looking for a fun, free...

WVDNR stocks 72 waters during week of April 21

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