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Virginia Wildlife Magazine

Virginia Wildlife is your ticket to learning more about Virginia’s spectacular wildlife, fisheries, and breathtaking habitats. Whether you hunt, fish, boat, camp, or take in the wildlife from your easy chair, Virginia Wildlife offers you stories and insight on the natural world, supplied by the state’s leading wildlife and outdoor experts.

March – April 2025 Issue

Cover: Photographer Dana Goedewaagen lives in an area with a healthy bear population, and spotted this one while driving. “Of course he headed away from me as I got out of the car with my camera and long lens. But as he walked away, he turned around to give me this little peek around the tree. It was very cute,” said Goedewaagen. © Blue Moon Images 2024

The Passion Outweighs the Pronouns for Female CPOs

For the women of DWR’s Conservation Police, the uniforms might fit a bit differently, but the love of the outdoors and the desire to serve are the same.

A Sense of Humor and an Appreciation for the Absurd

We asked one of the first female game wardens to serve in Virginia about her experiences.

Grin and Bear It

A dawn close encounter with a black bear makes for a good reminder of how being bear-wise can keep you safe.

The Good, the Bad, and the Algae

Algae aren’t enemies to an aquatic ecosystem, but certain types and amounts of them can be. There are strategies to help keep them at healthy levels.

Still Making Memories with Spring Gobblers

A misty spring turkey hunt evokes powerful family connections.

Rupert Cutler Has Spent His Life as a Happy Warrior for Conservation

After more than seven decades devoted to natural spaces, Rupert Cutler is still bringing communities and nature together.