Fishing
Take the Virginia Trout Slam Challenge
The Virginia Trout Slam is a challenge to anglers to catch all three species of trout (Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout) all in the same day. Read more…
Walleye Tagging Study Underway
DGIF aquatic biologists need help from anglers for a new tagging study of walleyes on the Staunton River. Catch a walleye and return the tag and get $20! Read more…
Urban Fishing Program Trout Season Begins November 1
Perhaps the best kept secret within DWR’s trout stocking program are the eight urban waters that are stocked as part of the DWR Urban Fishing Program. Read more…
Fall Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Virginia
The changing of the seasons creates excellent conditions for anglers targeting smallmouth bass across the state. Read more…
Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of Virginia
Whether you’re an angler or a wildlife enthusiast, the new tackle box-ready Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of Virginia is well worth your time to read. Read more…
The Top 5 Fresh Caught Trout Recipes
We've reeled in some of our favorite trout recipes from our archives to go along with your freshly caught fish! Read more…
Keeping it Wild
We’re truly blessed here in Virginia with so many great wild and green places to hike, hunt, fish and commune with nature. Read more…
Fishing Virginia’s Wild Brook Trout
When pursuing Virginia’s native brookies deep in its mountains on one of its finest waters some places are better than others to fish at. Read more…
CPOs Fishing on the Job
It's just another day at the office for Conservation Police Officers Joshua Thomas and Tyler Bumgarner! They helped catch a 48 inch cobia during patrol. Read more…