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Wildlife Viewing
2025 Acorn Production Report: Sweet Music to the Ear
Good news! Surveys indicate an abundance of acorns across many areas of the state. Read more…
Help Prevent Migratory Bird Collisions
There are steps you can take to reduce confusing the navigational instincts of migratory birds as they fly south. Read more…
A Blueprint for Biodiversity
The third iteration of the Virginia Wildlife Action Plan expands an essential roadmap to help species at risk in the Commonwealth. Read more…
Fishing
Fish Story: A Striper as Big as He Is
At just 8 years old, Mason Clark landed a citation striped bass. Read more…
Try Something New: Fish America’s Oldest River
The New River has incredible biodiversity for an inland, non-estuarine river, offering ancient geology, striking scenery, and year-round opportunities for great fishing. Read more…
Celebrating 75 Years of Anglers’ Contributions to Conservation
Whether it’s catch-and-release or hook-and-cook, fishing is conservation—and has been for 75 years—codified in federal law with a hook in Virginia history. Read more…
Hunting
Shoot at Wings, Not Wires, When Dove Hunting
Shooting at dove while they're sitting on power lines can cause costly and dangerous disruptions in fiber optic services. Read more…
Migratory Gamebird Season: What to Pack
Game bird hunters should consider putting some of the following items in their vehicles for their hunts. Read more…
Mentoring Makes Hunters
The DWR Hunting Mentor Program offers novice hunters a way to gain the skills and knowledge needed to have a successful day in the field. Read more…
Boating
Exploring the Lower Nottoway River from General Vaughan Bridge
Accessing the Nottoway River from the General C.C. Vaughan, Jr. Bridge boat landing is a great option for diverse fishing opportunities. Read more…
Explore the Tidal Marsh Wild at Saxis WMA
Saxis WMA is one of the best for boating, paddling, wildlife viewing, fishing, and hunting along Virginia’s picturesque Eastern Shore. Read more…
Explore the Wild Back River and Bay from Fox Hill
Fox Hill Boat Ramp serves as a gateway to some of the region’s most vibrant outdoor experiences—it’s a hub for anglers, boaters, paddlers, and nature lovers. Read more…
Habitat
A Blueprint for Biodiversity
The third iteration of the Virginia Wildlife Action Plan expands an essential roadmap to help species at risk in the Commonwealth. Read more…
To Spray or Not to Spray? That’s the Aphids Question
When aphids appear, it's tempting to treat them chemically, but sometimes letting nature take its own course is a better option. Read more…
Conservation Police
True Wildlife Crime: The Runaway Boat
A loud bang jolting a homeowner awake quickly turned into an investigation, complete with stolen trucks, DNA evidence & a suspect who couldn't dodge the truth. Watch…
New Officers Graduate 14th Natural Resources Basic Law Enforcement Academy
DWR and VMRC officially welcomed 17 new officers into the natural resources law enforcement profession. Read more…
Conservation Police Officer (CPO) Recruiting: Now Accepting Applications!
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is now accepting applications for multiple Conservation Police Officer duty assignments throughout Virginia! Read more…