Fishing
Things to Think about When Freezing Fish
Done carefully, freezing fish can be an effective way to store a day's catch for the future. Read more…
Hooked! One Simple Way to Remove an Embedded Hook in the Field
Knowing how to remove a simply embedded hook is an important skill to have while fishing. Read more…
Angler Spotlight: Meet Matt McGraw
Matt McGraw is pursuing Master Angler II status with fly rod in hand. Read more…
July 2020 Fishing Report
Watch as we show you the basics of catching channel catfish in urban impoundments all across Virginia in the July, 2020 Fishing Report! Watch…
Summer Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Virginia
Don't let the dog days of summer keep you from missing some of the most exciting warm water fishing conditions of the year! Read more…
Angler Spotlight: Meet Tyler Bumgarner
For the first installment of Angler Spotlight in Notes from the Field, we introduce you to Tyler Bumgarner, who is a Senior Conservation Police Officer with DWR. Read more…
Alabama Bass in Virginia
Alabama bass have been illegally introduced into numerous water bodies in Virginia. This invasive species is a direct threat to Virginia's established largemouth and smallmouth bass fisheries. Read more…
June 2020 Fishing Report
Alex McCrickard, Aquatic Education Coordinator, and Mike Bednarski, Chief of Fisheries, discuss tactics and techniques for catching largemouth bass on Virginia’s large impoundments like Lake Chesdin. June is a great month to cover water & chase fish with a topwater approach. Watch…
Refer a Friend to Fish
Did you know that you and a friend can both get FREE stuff through DWR’s Refer a Friend program? Read more…