Category: Hunting

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 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...

WVDNR now accepting applications for waterfowl hunt at McClintic WMA

Hunters have until Aug. 15 to apply for hunt scheduled for October CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

Hunters in West Virginia harvest 10,694 spring turkeys in 2025

Harvests during two-day youth season increased in 2025 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — According to preliminary data released by the West Virginia...

WVDNR Announces Changes to Coyote, Youth and Waterfowl Hunting Regulations

New rules expand opportunities for youth hunters and clarify supervision requirements CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

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...

Natural Resources Commission to meet May 4

Public may attend meeting at WVU Potomac State College SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Natural Resources Commission will...

WV Spring Gobbler Season to Open April 21

Turkey hunters encouraged to participate in Spring Gobbler Survey SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

WVDNR releases Big Game Bulletin

Annual publication includes harvest numbers for West Virginia’s big game species SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...