Categories for Division of Natural Resources

Nature Care: Leave Young Wildlife Alone

July 10, 2023 4:25 pm Published by drew Leave your thoughts

With abundant wildlife, it’s not uncommon for people to cross paths with a wild animal in West Virginia, especially during... View Article

WVDNR seeks public input for river otter citizen science project

June 27, 2023 9:53 pm Published by drew Leave your thoughts

Data collected during online survey will help the WVDNR better manage river otter populations across West Virginia. SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va.... View Article

WVDNR Police announce increased lake, river patrols during July 4 weekend

June 27, 2023 9:51 pm Published by drew Leave your thoughts

Operation Dry Water patrols promote safe, sober boating during the July 4 weekend. SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As part of a... View Article

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FOR LIMITED PERMIT AREA ANTLERLESS DEER HUNTS

June 26, 2023 11:43 pm Published by drew Leave your thoughts

LOTTERY HUNTS AVAILABLE IN 12 LIMITED PERMIT AREAS IN WEST VIRGINIA. HUNTERS HAVE UNTIL AUG. 11 TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION.... View Article

WVDNR REPORTS 19 PERCENT INCREASE IN NUMBER OF STOCKED TROUT IN 2023

June 26, 2023 11:41 pm Published by drew Leave your thoughts

FAVORABLE WEATHER AND IMPROVED INFRASTRUCTURE IS HELPING THE WVDNR PRODUCE MORE TROUT AT HATCHERIES AROUND THE STATE. CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The... View Article

WVDNR STOCKS 84 WATERS DURING WEEK OF MAY 9-13

May 16, 2023 12:08 am Published by drew Leave your thoughts

ANGLERS ARE REMINDED TO PURCHASE A 2023 FISHING LICENSE AND TROUT STAMP. SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The West Virginia Division of... View Article

Leave young wildlife alone, WVDNR urges

April 18, 2019 4:36 pm Published by Justin Ferrell Leave your thoughts

FRENCH CREEK, W. Va. – West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) personnel urge people to leave young wildlife alone... View Article

Gov. Justice announces that improved trout stocking method is in place

April 17, 2019 12:21 pm Published by Justin Ferrell Leave your thoughts

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that beginning this week, in trout stockings around the state, the West... View Article

12th annual Southern West Virginia Spring Eagle Survey and Winter Birding Weekend March 1-3, 2019

April 10, 2019 10:00 am Published by Justin Ferrell Leave your thoughts

PIPESTEM, W.Va. — Eagles, birds of prey and winter bird watching are the focus of the 12th annual Spring Eagle... View Article

Green Day Hikes set at eight West Virginia State Parks March 16 and 17

April 10, 2019 9:57 am Published by Justin Ferrell Leave your thoughts

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With spring approaching and St. Patrick’s Day falling on a weekend, Green Day Hikes are scheduled... View Article