Fishing
Top 5 Virginia Trout Stocking Myths
There are a lot of misconceptions about the way we stock trout. Watch us debunk the top five trout stocking myths. Watch…
Head to the Hatcheries for June Open Houses
Now is an terrific time to plan a trip to a DWR trout hatchery to learn about the raising and stocking of this fabulous fish as there is an open house this June Read more…
Snakes on the Water: Cottonmouth or Watersnake?
Among the animals that become active in spring are watersnakes and cottonmouths. Here are some helpful tips on identification and behavior for them. Read more…
An Interview with Virginia’s First Ever Level V Master Angler
Stephen Miklandric caught a citation Freshwater Drum while fishing the Dan River and officially became Virginia’s first ever Level V Master Angler. Read more…
It’s Spring: Sling String for Shad
Old Dominion river anglers and the much anticipated arrival of spring shad from the Atlantic Ocean to Virginia’s rivers for their annual spawning run. Read more…
Spawnin’ and Stockin’ Stripers
Learn all about the Department of Wildlife Resources' striped bass stocking program to provide an excess of fish for our local community. Read more…
Special Regulation Trout: Something for Everyone
A look at five of the numerous rivers and streams designated as “special regulation” which offer high quality trout fisheries for all. Read more…
Jackpot Bassin’ for Springtime Largemouth
Find out why March may be your best bet to net your biggest largemouth bass of the year so you can aim for a massive catch! Read more…
How You Can Contribute to the Breeding Bird Atlas While Out Hunting or Fishing
Attention Virginia’s sportsmen and women: we need your bird observations for Virginia's 2nd annual breeding bird atlas project! Read more…