Hunting
Scatology 101
Decoding deer scat can tell you a lot about the deer in your hunting locations. Read more…
Bear, Deer, and Turkey Harvest Data
Wildlife biologists with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources have compiled preliminary figures for the 2025–2026 hunting season. Read more…
2026 Virginia Elk Lottery
Applications are open now through March 31, 2026. Apply now and be part of protecting Virginia’s elk for generations to come. Read more…
2026–2027 Migratory Game Bird Seasons Recommendations
Recommendations for the 2026–2027 migratory game bird seasons & bag limits in Virginia—an opportunity for public comments is available from February 2–March 2. Read more…
40 Years of Commitment
The Virginia Deer Hunters Association has worked alongside of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources since our organization was founded in 1985. Read more…
Two Deer and a Stinky Guest Make for a Memorable Hunt
A mentored hunt results in some remarkable moments. Read more…
Beyond Basic Safety to Becoming a Virginia Hunter
Virginia’s Hunter Education program has evolved over decades from a basic safety course to a sophisticated pathway to train hunters as conservationists. Read more…
Boone and Crockett: The Gatekeeper of Fair Chase and Keeper of the North American Big Game Records
The Boone and Crockett Club has set the high standard for fair chase for 137 years. Read more…
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…