Category: Hunting

Archery and Crossbow Seasons Guide

Essential gear, game regulations and tips for a successful hunt West Virginia’s archery and crossbow seasons are right around the...

Hunting Ethics: How to Be a Responsible Hunter in West Virginia

Ethical hunting protects access, preserves wildlife and promotes public trust In West Virginia, hunting is more than a tradition. Whether...

Your guide to West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebration

Family-friendly activities, tasty food and celebrity sightings to inspire your family’s love for the outdoors Finding quality time to spend...

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 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...

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...