Category: Press Releases

Trout stockings return to West Virginia waters

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2026 fishing license and trout stamp CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

Mountaineer Heritage Season Returns January

Hunters need a 2026 license to participate in special season for deer, bear and turkey CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West...

WVDNR Reminds Hunters to Submit Big Buck Photos by Jan. 9

Photo Contest prizes include a lifetime hunting license, state park cabin stays and Bass Pro Shops packages CHARLESTON, W.Va. —...

WVDNR reminds hunters, anglers to purchase licenses, stamps for 2026 seasons

Purchasing licenses and stamps supports wildlife conservation statewide CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today...

WVDNR releases updated fishing regulations

WVDNR encourages anglers to renew annual licenses and stamps early CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

WVDNR Reports Buck Firearms Season Harvest Numbers

Decreased harvest of 33,775 antlered deer reflects impact of abundant mast statewide and EHD in western counties CHARLESTON, W.Va. —...

West Virginia Wildlife Calendar Holiday Delivery Deadline is Dec. 15

Calendar orders placed by Dec. 15 are guaranteed to arrive by Christmas CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

WVDNR announces Monster Trout Contest winners

Five lucky anglers who submitted photos with tagged trout will receive prizes CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

WVDNR Reports 2025 Fall Turkey Harvest Numbers

Statewide total of 537 birds reflects impact of weather, brood success and abundant mast CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...

WVDNR seeks art for West Virginia Wildlife Calendar Contest

Artists have until Feb. 12, 2026 to submit wildlife paintings CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...