Fishing
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…
Crazy for Crappie
Fishery experts say that black crappies are among the top catches in the Chickahominy. Get the inside scoop on one of Virginia's best tasting freshwater fish. Read more…
ISO Trophy Yellow Perch?
Catching a limit of trophy yellow perch in the dead of winter on the Northwest River may be the best medicine for battling cabin fever! Read more…