Fishing
Managing Fish Populations at Fluvanna Ruritan Lake
Fluvanna Ruritan Lake is a 50-acre impoundment owned by DWR in Fluvanna County. In this report, Johnathan Harris, DWR fisheries biologist, highlights the access and recreational opportunities at this scenic lake located less than 30 minutes from Charlottesville. Watch…
Summer Trout Fishing in the Shadow of Mount Rogers
Some trout streams in the Mt. Rogers area are fishable throughout most of the summer and can offer some of the best dry fly fishing of the year. Read more…
Safe Practices for Summer Trout Fishing
During summer heat, use precautions when trout fishing to help keep trout safe. Read more…
A Surprise Fallfish Turns into a State Record for Josh Dolin
A chance cast results in a state record for this angler. Read more…
Beginner Angler Basics at Powhatan Wildlife Management Area
In this report, we announce a new state record fish in addition to a new angler challenge, before hitting the water at the Powhatan Wildlife Management Area! Watch…
Bluegills Three Ways
For sheer fishing fun and fast action on the water, it’s hard to top an outing for bluegills. Read more…
5 Great Places to Fish After Work in Richmond
Check out some great Richmond spots if you want to get out to fish before or after work for a few hours. Read more…
Catch a Tagged Walleye on South Holston Lake? Here’s What to Do.
DWR fisheries staff have tagged walleye in South Holston Lake located in Southwestern Virginia and East Tennessee as part of an angler exploitation study and are asking anglers who catch a tagged walleye to return the tag for a $20 reward. Read more…
Beaver Creek: Fish Local at an Overlooked Urban Trout Fishery
Located within the city limits of Bristol, Virginia, Beaver Creek is a spring-fed creek that provides some great #fishlocal opportunities. Read more…