Category: Boating

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 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...

Safe Boating Adventures: Your Guide to Boating Safety in West Virginia

Lifejackets, responsible navigation and protecting West Virginia’s waterways With more than 2,000 miles of navigable streams and dozens of boatable...

WVDNR Dedicates New Boat Ramp in Clendenin to Expand Public Access on the Elk River

New Virginia Avenue site enhances boating and fishing opportunities SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

Safe boating practices to help you enjoy West Virginia’s lakes and rivers

Your guide to safe and fun boating adventures in Almost Heaven Whether you're planning a leisurely day on one of...

WVDNR Police to increase water patrols during Memorial Day weekend

WVDNR Police enforces sober boating and life jacket use as part of National Safe Boating Week SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. —...

WVDNR opens new public stream access site in Pineville

New ramp improves angler and paddler access to Guyandotte River PINEVILLE, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

5 life jacket myths that can get you killed

WVDNR examines common misconceptions about who needs a life jacket, how they fit and when they’re required When it comes...

The Beginner’s Guide to Summer Boating Safety

Navigate West Virginia's rivers and lakes with these safe boating basics Are warm breezes and glistening sunlight beckoning you to...

WVDNR Police announce increased lake, river patrols during July 4 weekend

WVDNR Police announce increased lake, river patrols during July 4 weekend Operation Dry Water patrols promote safe, sober boating during...