Category: Press Releases

WVDNR to Host Public Meeting on Forks of Coal Master Plan

Public invited to review and comment on proposed improvements to natural area and trails CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia...

WVDNR stocks 80 waters during week of May 5

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2025 fishing license and trout stamp CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of...

Lincoln County Angler Catches State Record Black Crappie

WVDNR has confirmed 3 state record catches in 2025 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR)...

WVDNR Police to Launch Safe Boating Week Patrols

NRPOs to focus on life jacket laws and sober boating ahead of Memorial Day CHARLESTON, W.Va. — To help promote...

WVDNR Relocates Main Office to State Capitol Complex

Move enhances public service and strengthens collaboration with state leaders CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources...

Delayed Harvest Regulations End May 15

General regulations begin May 16 and continue through Oct. 31 on five popular fisheries CHARLESTON, W.Va. — 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...

WVDNR Urges Residents to Remove Bear Attractants and Prevent Conflicts This Spring

Residents can help prevent human-bear conflicts by cleaning up their property BECKLEY, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

WVDNR Announces 2 State Record Fish Caught in April

Record-breaking redhorse sucker and redear sunfish caught on April 22 SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural...

WVDNR stocks 72 waters during week of April 21

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2025 fishing license and trout stamp SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division...