Category: Blog Posts WVDNR studying deer population around state Big bucks, young bucks, does and fawns. Thanks to a new West Virginia Division of Natural Resources study, hunters, conservationists... New law prohibiting possession of most native reptiles, amphibians now in effect https://youtu.be/ehs0MHvfzAY New regulations making it unlawful to take or possess most native reptiles and amphibians for any reason are now... Always wear a life jacket: 5 water safety tips that can save your life While West Virginia is a landlocked state, we're fortunate to have more than 2,000 miles of navigable streams and hundreds... Tips to Help You Identify West Virginia Wildlife Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast or an angler or hunter, knowing how to spot animals in the wild is a... Tips That Will Help You Landscape for Wildlife Whether you live on a farm, a quarter-acre suburban lot or in a city apartment, you can provide habitat for... WVDNR’s guide to public river, stream and lake access sites For anglers, waterfowl hunters and those who enjoy boating, access to West Virginia’s streams, rivers and lakes is vital to... The do’s and don’ts of feeding wildlife One of the best ways to protect West Virginia’s abundant wildlife is keeping it wild. That means we all need... Tips for Observing West Virginia Wildlife Observing wildlife in their habitat is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors and learn about West Virginia’s... Snakes Alive! Snakes are one of the most misunderstood animals in West Virginia. Did you know these colorful and fascinating reptiles play... Birds in West Virginia West Virginia is a great state to live and visit, if you love watching birds and tracking them as they...