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Elk in Virginia: Return of a Native Species
Avoid Your Dog Encountering a Bear at Home and While Recreating
Wildlife Viewing
The Richmond Falcon Cam
As a new decade dawns, we are happy to welcome you to a new season of the Richmond Falcon Cam! Read more…
Resist the Temptation To Feed Wild Animals
Feeding wildlife might seem like a kind thing to do, but it can have serious consequences for both you and the animals. Read more…
In Search of the Snowy Owl
A day spent searching for an elusive snowy owl is never a wasted day! Read more…
Fishing
Stocking Trout During Cold Weather Extremes
This winter, trout stocking has been a challenge. As avid anglers, you may have noticed some gaps between our stocking events. Watch the video to learn about some unique scenarios our fish hatcheries are dealing with and how our hatchery staff are working to prevent "cold shock". Watch…
February 2021 Fishing Report
Learn all about fishing Lake Orange, located in Orange County. Watch…
New Regulations, An Essential Partnership, and Call to Action Aim to Prevent the Spread of Invasive Alabama Bass
DWR is using new fishing regulations, cooperative partnerships, and a call to anglers to help minimize the impact of Alabama bass in Virginia's waters. Read more…
Hunting
Waterfowl Season Over? Not Quite!
Proper care of your waterfowl hunting equipment can save time and money next season. Read more…
Dancing with Lady Luck
Hunting methods and advanced gear have revolutionized whitetail hunting, but harvesting wall-hangers on a regular basis still requires behavioral knowledge, persistence, and waltzing with an unlikely partner. Read more…
Get Out and Scout!
February is the time to get back into the woods to gather knowledge for next season. Read more…
Habitat
Elk in Virginia: Return of a Native Species
The restoration work for elk, including substantial habitat management and efforts to provide wildlife viewing, offers a unique opportunity to enjoy this charismatic and majestic species. Read more…
Six DWR Habitat Projects Funded by Restore the Wild
Six habitat projects spanning more than 180 acres will be funded thanks to the Department of Wildlife Resources’ (DWR) Restore the Wild initiative. Read more…
Run for the Wild Virtual 5K Results
Our inaugural virtual 5K run/walk took place on July 17, 18, & 19, 2020. More than 400 runners joined us to help support our mission to keep Virginia’s wild places wild! Read more…
Conservation Police
CPO Spotlight: Meet Senior Officer Beth McGuire
Senior Officer Beth McGuire has known she was destined for a law enforcement career since she was young. Read more…
Conservation Police Officer (CPO) Recruiting Information
If you have a passion for the outdoors and want to serve your community, a career as a Conservation Police Officer (CPO) may be right for you. DWR is now accepting applications for multiple duty assignments throughout Virginia. Read more…
CPO Spotlight: Meet Officer Bonnie Braziel
CPO Bonnie Braziel knew instantly that being a CPO was her calling. Read more…