Wildlife Viewing
Watching Winter Waterfowl by Water
Taking to the rivers and creeks by boat can provide some unique waterfowl viewing opportunities; providing a unique vantage point to see the parks. Read more…
There Are Some Who Call Me Twig: IDing Trees in Winter
Identifying trees in the winter can be a bit more challenging, but possible when you know what to look for to identify many trees using their bark. Read more…
Not Dead Yet!
Resist the urge to remove dead flowers and stalks as winter approaches; often small insects will hibernate within the stalks. Read more…
Understanding the Eastern Spotted Skunk is a Step Toward Conserving It
A recent study has shed light on some surprising facts about the elusive spotted skunk that will aid in conservation endeavors. Read more…
Is Recovery on the Horizon for the Candy Darter?
This brightly colored endangered fish species exists only in 17 populations in Virginia and West Virginia and is a species of great conservation need. Read more…
Writing, Proofreading, Catching Black Bears, and Photographing Fish: A DWR Internship!
A summer internship with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources' Outreach division took me far beyond a desk! Read more…
The Snapper Survived: The Story Behind the 2023 Virginia Wildlife Photography Showcase Cover Image
The photographer shares the story behind the image on the cover of the 2023 Virginia Wildlife Photography Showcase Issue! Read more…
Bring Me a Shrubbery!
No matter the size of your back yard, you can use shrubs and native plants to create nesting habitat for birds. Read more…
Elk Spotted in Breaks Interstate Park Hint at Future Viewing Opportunities
A few elk made their way into the boundaries of Breaks Interstate Park in February, giving DWR hope that elk-viewing n the park might increase in the future Read more…