Categories for Division of Natural Resources

Gov. Justice signs MOU between WVDNR and Girl Scouts to promote education, conservation

December 5, 2023 4:47 pm Published by drew Comments Off on Gov. Justice signs MOU between WVDNR and Girl Scouts to promote education, conservation

Agreement will provide scouts with free and reduced-price activities at state parks in exchange for service projects. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim... View Article

Gov. Justice announces Monster Trout Contest winners

December 4, 2023 5:45 pm Published by drew Comments Off on Gov. Justice announces Monster Trout Contest winners

Seven lucky anglers who submitted photos with tagged trout will receive a West Virginia state park stay or Cabela’s prize... View Article

West Virginia deer muzzleloader season to open Dec. 11

December 1, 2023 9:15 am Published by drew Comments Off on West Virginia deer muzzleloader season to open Dec. 11

Hunters are reminded to purchase their RM/RRM stamp before the season starts. SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Hunters who want a... View Article

WVDNR seeks art for 40th anniversary edition of West Virginia Wildlife Calendar

November 28, 2023 9:32 pm Published by drew Comments Off on WVDNR seeks art for 40th anniversary edition of West Virginia Wildlife Calendar

Artists have until Feb. 14, 2024 to submit wildlife paintings. SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Artists who want a chance to have... View Article

Gov. Justice announces Elk River trout stocking pilot program in Webster County

November 27, 2023 11:58 pm Published by drew Comments Off on Gov. Justice announces Elk River trout stocking pilot program in Webster County

The WVDNR will stock trout on sections of the Elk River in November and December CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice today... View Article

Gov. Justice announces start of buck firearms season, return of Big Buck Photo Contest

November 16, 2023 9:15 pm Published by drew Comments Off on Gov. Justice announces start of buck firearms season, return of Big Buck Photo Contest

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice today reminds hunters that West Virginia’s buck firearms season will start Monday, Nov. 20, and that they... View Article

WVDNR reminds hunters about late black bear gun seasons

November 13, 2023 9:31 pm Published by drew Comments Off on WVDNR reminds hunters about late black bear gun seasons

The next segment of West Virginia’s black bear firearms season will run concurrently with the buck firearms season. SOUTH CHARLESTON,... View Article

WVDNR reminds Barbour, Jackson, Mason, Upshur hunters about Nov. 20-21 deer examination requirement

November 8, 2023 10:03 pm Published by drew Comments Off on WVDNR reminds Barbour, Jackson, Mason, Upshur hunters about Nov. 20-21 deer examination requirement

unters also reminded to purchase their hunting license, deer stamps and to check their game during the upcoming firearms season.... View Article

Outdoor Heritage Conservation Fund accepting grant applications

November 1, 2023 9:02 pm Published by drew Comments Off on Outdoor Heritage Conservation Fund accepting grant applications

Interested parties have until Dec. 31 to submit applications for land-protection projects. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Outdoor Heritage Conservation... View Article

WVDNR stocks 43 waters during second week of fall trout stocking

October 30, 2023 9:00 pm Published by drew Comments Off on WVDNR stocks 43 waters during second week of fall trout stocking

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2023 fishing license and trout stamp. SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of... View Article