Hunting
Thirteen Mistakes to Avoid to Target Bigger Bucks
By setting Quality Deer Management goals and taking your harvest selection seriously, the opportunity to take more mature bucks greatly increases! Read more…
Hunter Spotlight: Meet Christopher “C.J.” Johnson
A family legacy of hunting is one that has given C.J. Johnson great joy and that he's passing on to his sons. Read more…
2020–2021 Hunting & Trapping in Virginia Regulations Digest
The 2020-2021 Hunting and Trapping Regulations Digest is now available on the Department of Wildlife Resources' website and mobile app! Read more…
Hunter Spotlight: Meet Mindy Tucker
For the first installment of Hunter Spotlight in Notes from the Field, we introduce you to Mindy Tucker, who is the DWR's Recreational Safety Trainer and a new hunter. Read more…
The Archery Challenge
This year I’m going to hunt with a recurve, compound, and crossbow because I now enjoy the unique challenge of each one. In the future try something new, respect your fellow hunters, and have your best year ever. Read more…
A Woodcock Egg in the Woods
The author's grandson finds a woodcock egg in the woods, inspiring some education. Read more…
Fair Chase Ethics
The guidelines for Fair Chase Ethics are well established. It is our obligation to see that they remain in place! Read more…
2020 Spring Turkey Season Forecast
Spring turkey hunters this season could face some challenging conditions, given bird numbers. Read more…
Protect Yourself Against Ticks This Time of Year
It's important to protect yourself against tick bites when spending time outdoors in the spring and summer. Read more…