Category: Press Releases

Kanawha County man catches record-breaking tiger trout

Catch marks new length record for tiger trout in West Virginia CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

WVDNR Natural Resources Police Officer Named NWTF Officer of Year

NRPO Cody Smith receives Sharp Spur Award for protecting West Virginia’s wild turkey resources CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...

WVDNR Wildlife Specialist Named West Virginia Wildlife Manager of the Year

West Virginia chapter of National Wild Turkey Federation recognizes Heath Miles, a WVDNR wildlife specialist who manages 2 Wildlife Management...

WVDNR Announces 8th Master Angler Award Winner

Harrison County angler completed six slams and caught 22 fish species to win prestigious award CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West...

WVDNR Seeks Public Input on Updated State Wildlife Action Plan

Draft plan expands conservation focus for 1,292 species across 21 key areas in West Virginia CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West...

Hunters Harvest 92,553 Deer During 2025-2026 Seasons

Decreased deer harvest reflects impact of abundant mast statewide and EHD  outbreak in western counties CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West...

West Virginia Gold Rush Returns March 30

WVDNR will stock 69 lakes and streams with golden rainbow trout CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

Natural Resources Commission Meeting Rescheduled to March 12

Public meetings on proposed regulations moved to March 17-18 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR)...

WVDNR stocks 38 waters during week of Feb. 2

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

Small Game Hunting, Trapping Seasons Close Feb. 28

WVDNR reminds trappers to electronically check their catches within 30 days of season closing CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...