Hunting
Spring Turkey Season Timing Explained
DWR Upland Game Bird Biologist Mike Dye explains how the agency sets spring turkey seasons. Read more…
Public Comment Period on Proposed Regulations
A public comment period is open through May 10 on proposed wildlife, hunting, and boating regulations. Read more…
10 Insights to Improve Your Turkey Hunting Success This Spring
Turkeys can outwit anyone. To reduce the odds of that happening to you, use these 10 insights for tagging a coarse-bearded tom this spring. Read more…
Virginia’s 2023 Spring Gobbler Forecast
As is often the case with all things hunting, Virginia’s upcoming spring gobbler season offers a mixture of good and bad news. Read more…
Bear, Deer, and Turkey Harvest Data
Wildlife biologists with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources have compiled preliminary figures for the 2022–2023 hunting season. Read more…
Woodcock Hunting is an Exhilarating, and Delicious, Experience
The delectable woodcock is known in some circles as the ultimate game bird for table fare. Read more…
Five Reasons to Give Rabbit a Run
Looking for a great way to get outside with friends and bring home some protein? Give rabbit hunting a try! Read more…
Cut, Burn, Repeat: Our Plan for Managing Hunting Property in the Appalachian Mountains
Building and maintaining food plots throughout your property is considered a step in the right direction. However, taking your wildlife habitat to a higher level very often requires serious timber management! Read more…
The 2023 Elk Hunt Lottery
Applications are now open until March 30 for a chance to harvest a massive bull elk in Southwest Virginia! Read more…