Pursuant to West Virginia State code (§20-2-23), any dog handler or operator of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) providing tracking services for profit must be licensed as an outfitter or guide. Any UAV operator not operating on property they own or lease must be licensed according to FAA Part 107.
Licensed Mortally Wounded Game Trackers
The WVDNR provides this list for informational purposes only. Inclusion on the list does not constitute endorsement or recommendation of any service provider. The “active” status of each license reflects the information available as of September 1 of the year in which the list is published and may not reflect subsequent changes.
| Outfitter | Description | Location | Contact | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloodline Trackers, LLC | K9 tracking for wounded game | Fort Ashby, WV | John Hockaday | 301-268-7327 | bloodlinetrackers@outlook.com |
| Blue Dog Game Recovery and Outfitters | Wounded game tracking and recovery | Ridgeview, WV | Reggie Woodrum | 304-932-6959 | rdwoodrum@aol.com |
| Longspur Tracking and Outfitting | Wounded deer and bear tracking | Buckhannon, WV | Shon A. Butler | 304-439-1659 | shonbutler@live.com |
This list was last updated on 08/28/25.