Category: Hunting

Hunter’s Guide to West Virginia’s Deer Muzzleloader and Mountaineer Heritage Seasons

Gear up for West Virginia’s deer muzzleloader and Mountaineer Heritage seasons West Virginia’s hunting seasons are steeped in tradition, and...

Buyer’s Guide: 2025 West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Licenses

Find the Perfect West Virginia Hunting and Fishing License A West Virginia hunting and fishing license is your ticket to...

Gov. Justice announces return of buck firearms season and Big Buck Photo Contest

Eligible hunters can win prizes for submitting photos of 2024 buck harvests CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and the...

WVDNR reminds hunters about concurrent black bear gun season

Next segment of black bear firearms season will run concurrently with buck firearms season SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West...

WVDNR reminds hunters about tree stand safety

Safety compliance and hunting regulations prevent accidents in the field SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With West Virginia’s buck firearms season...

5 Common Questions About Buck Firearms Season Answered

Tips for a safe and successful buck firearms season West Virginia’s buck firearms season is a cherished tradition that excites...

Hunters Helping the Hungry program seeking donations

Hunters have donated more than 1 million pounds of nutritious venison over program’s 33 years SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With...

West Virginia’s small game and furbearer seasons open Nov. 2

Hunters and trappers are reminded to purchase their license and check their game SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...

Gov. Justice encourages hunters to participate in early antlerless deer firearms season

Early antlerless firearms season benefits hunters and deer population CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division...

Special Split Youth, Class Q and Class XS  Antlerless Deer Season Opens Oct. 19

Select access roads on public land open to Class Q permit holders SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division...