Category: Hunting

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...

Permits Issued for 2024 Limited Antlerless Deer Hunts in West Virginia

Hunters who receive a permit must have a valid West Virginia hunting license and Class N stamp SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va....

West Virginia’s fall turkey season opens Oct. 12

Hunters reminded to purchase a license and stamps before season starts SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and the...