Hunting
The Bugle is Back
The big bull emerges from heavy fog into the blood-orange glow of sunrise. This is no ordinary elk, but the half-ton, undisputed King of the Mountain. Read more…
10 Ways to Make a First Day of Waterfowl Hunting Enjoyable
Make sure a new hunter knows what to expect and is prepared for the conditions to help them enjoy their first time waterfowl hunting. Read more…
Success for New Hunters at Matthews State Forest Youth/Apprentice Hunt
Participants in a DWR deer hunting workshop and the first annual Matthews State Forest Youth/Apprentice Hunt enjoyed success in the field. Read more…
Staying Put on Stand All Day
Deer hunters that are committed to stay all day have advantage when hunting mature bucks that often pattern the movement of morning and afternoon hunters. Read more…
2023 Wild Turkey Summer Brood Survey Results
The annual turkey brood survey provides an index to productivity of wild turkey reproduction and can assist in making management decisions. Read more…
Managing Deer Herds and Helping Hunters for the Hungry
Hunters, landowners, and the public all play a major role of support to meet the needs of Hunters for the Hungry Program. Read more…
2023 Acorn Production Report: Wildlife Will Be on the Move in the Fall
Due to the lack of acorns across most of the state, many wildlife species will likely be more mobile throughout the fall in search of alternative food sources. Read more…
2023 Deer Season Forecast
All signs point to relatively stable statistics as Virginia heads into the 2023-2024 deer hunting season. Good luck with your hunting! Read more…
Hunt Safely On or Near Cold Water!
If you're going to be hunting on or next to cold water this season, you'll need to take some extra precautions to stay safe. Read more…