Category: Press Releases

WVDNR reminds residents to remove bear attractants from property

Residents can help protect black bears and prevent nuisance activity by cleaning up their property BECKLEY, W.VA. — To prevent...

Chronic wasting disease confirmed in Jefferson County deer

WVDNR reminds hunters to abide by carcass transport regulations SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebration to return to Stonewall Resort

Annual event returns to popular state park with new focus for one day of action-packed outdoor adventures SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA....

Gov. Justice announces winners of WVDNR youth outdoor adventure contest with Whitetail Frenzy

Winners of outdoor adventure will appear in an episode of Whitetail Frenzy SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Gov. Jim Justice and...

WVDNR announces winners of West Virginia Archery in the Schools state tournament

More than 610 students participated in annual archery tournament on March 30 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division...

WV Natural Resources Commission to meet April 28

Public may attend meeting at Blackwater Falls State Park in Davis DAVIS, W.Va. — The West Virginia Natural Resources Commission...

Gov. Justice announces West Virginia spring gobbler season opens April 15

Turkey hunters encouraged to participate in Spring Gobbler Survey SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia...

Gov. Justice announces state’s biggest Gold Rush Giveaway

WVDNR will stock 68 lakes and streams with golden rainbow trout April 1–13 SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice...

WVDNR stocks 75 waters during week of March 18

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2024 fishing license and trout stamp SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of...

West Virginia angler catches record bowfin

WVDNR reports fourth state record catch since December 2023 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...