Events & Workshops

Expand your hunting capabilities! Join us for an overview about electric bikes and using them for hunting. Over the last few years, more and more hunters have been using them and now they have become more affordable. Join us in examining this interesting new technology that can benefit all hunters of all abilities to get the most out of the sport.

The "Get Started Hunting Series" is a set of virtual classes, workshops, and clinics. As the fifth virtual class in the series, this online workshop will cover "before the hunt" - deciding what, where, and how to hunt, plus learning how to e-scout. Attendees are welcome to join the series at any time.

Join us online to learn about the use and safety aspects of hunting from tree stands. This virtual clinic is part of the "Get Started Hunting" series.

The Department of Wildlife Resources will conduct a hands-on field-to-table deer processing workshop open to students of all ages. Students under 16 are required to attend with a registered parent or guardian. Participants will spend time discussing in-the-field skills and game handling for optimal meat safety and quality. Tools and storage options will be discussed. Students will have an opportunity for hands-on practice skinning and quartering deer and packaging for the freezer. Stable Craft Brewing & Cidery will be conducting open flame cooking techniques. Harness the power of fire as you learn to cook your venison over an open flame. Stable Craft Brewing & Cidery have developed recipes to pair with each cut of meat showcasing the use of beer. Registration is not required, but encouraged.

The "Get Started Hunting Series" is a set of virtual classes, workshops, and clinics. As the sixth virtual class in the series, this online workshop will cover "during the hunt" - creating a hunt plan and controlling scent, visibility, and sound. Attendees are welcome to join the series at any time.

This is a mentored upland bird game workshop featuring pheasants, and is being offered as a partnership between the Virginia Hunter Education Association, the Virginia DWR, and Shady Grove Kennel. Limited to 12 participants. Advance registration is required, cost is $135.00. Open to anyone who wants to learn how to upland bird hunt. Minimum age is 18, no maximum age. ALL participants must have completed a Hunter Education Course, provide proof, and have a valid Virginia hunting license. Participants will need to provide their own shotgun and shotgun ammunition (#7.5 shot). A complete list of things to bring will be provided at time of registration. The day will begin with gun safety followed by the biology and hunting of pheasants, instruction on hunting over dogs, and a practice live fire session on Shady Grove’s acclaimed sporting clays course. Participants will then go afield for the mentored live hunt which includes one guide/instructor for each hunter, and dogs and handlers in the field. The event will conclude with field dressing, prepping, and tips on how to cook the game. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Must secure registration by paying with a credit card within three days of registration. Registration links will be emailed when registration is confirmed. No refunds.

The "Get Started Hunting Series" is a set of virtual classes, workshops, and clinics. As the seventh virtual class in the series, this online workshop will cover “After the Hunt” with a focus on knife sharpening. Attendees are welcome to join the series at any time.

Join us for an exciting predator hunting clinic! We will be partnering with Highland County's Little Switzerland Strutters National Wild Turkey Federation (LSS NWTF). Come and learn predator hunting equipment, laws and regulations, calling techniques, how to use night vision and thermal safely, and so much more. Bring the whole family! LSS NWTF will be selling food for this event.

Join us and learn basic deer hunting skills! We will discuss deer biology and habits, scouting and hunting techniques, game laws, tree stand and firearm safety, as well as what to do after you harvest an animal. Our afternoon session will be mostly outdoors, so dress appropriately for the forecasted weather. A small number of our class will be randomly selected to have the opportunity to participate in a mentored antlerless deer hunt at the Radford Arsenal on December 7. Participants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for the mentored hunt. Range days will be held prior to the hunt to prepare those selected for the mentored hunt. Firearms, ammunition, eye and ear protection will be provided.

The "Get Started Hunting Series" is a set of virtual classes, workshops, and clinics. As the eighth virtual class in the series, this online workshop will cover “After the Hunt” with a focus on field dressing. Attendees are welcome to join the series at any time.