Hunting
Proposed Regulations Include Introduction of Special Elk Hunting License
The wildlife regulation proposals on hunting, trapping, and possession of terrestrial wildlife that are currently open to public comment include the introduction of a special elk hunting license. Read more…
2021 Spring Gobbler Forecast
Insight into what spring turkey season might look like for hunters. Read more…
Burning for Better Wildlife Habitat
In this article that originally appeared in the Whitetail Times, DWR'sKatie Martin explains how private landowners can use prescribed fire to develop wildlife habitat. Read more…
Wildlife Regulation Proposals on Hunting, Trapping, and Possession of Terrestrial Wildlife
A public comment period on proposed regulation amendments is open March 26–May 10, 2021. Read more…
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…
Timber Management Can Help Wildlife in the George Washington and Thomas Jefferson National Forest
In order for deer hunter harvest numbers to improve, better and more aggressive wildlife habit management is needed at the George Washington and Thomas Jefferson National Forest. Read more…
Hunter Spotlight: Meet Jake Henderson
Jake Henderson has discovered the challenges and rewards of hunting on public land. Read more…