Fishing
Smallmouth Bass Study to Inform Future Stocking
DWR Region 4 Fisheries staff is conducting a five-year study taking fin clips from marked hatchery-raised smallmouth bass to determine how stocked fingerlings contribute to smallmouth populations. Read more…
The Copper Creek Conservation Initiative Marks a Big Win for Wildlife
DWR’s purchase of a remarkable piece of land on the banks of the Clinch River will help conserve valuable wildlife habitat and provide wildlife enthusiasts with a myriad of opportunities. Read more…
Bag a Virginia Bass Slam
Catching three species of bass within a year earns an angler the Virginia Bass Slam Challenge title (and a cool sticker!). Read more…
Aim to Minimize Stress on Warm-Water Stream Gamefish
Making some small changes to how you handle warm-water stream fish after you catch them can make a difference in keeping them healthy in warmer waters. Read more…
Try Throwing a Texas Rig!
Learn how to set up and use one of the most effective and beloved setups for catching multiple species of fish. The Texas Rig! Read more…
Explore the Wild on the Smith River: Hot Trout Fishing in Cold Summer Water
Looking for a great place to catch trout in cool water during the hottest months of the summer? Give the Smith River tailwater a try. Read more…
Three Flies for Summer Trout
If you’d like to simplify things, or are just getting into the sport and want three broadly effective patterns, give this trio of offerings a try. Read more…
Explore the Wild by Fishing at these Five Richmond-Area WMAs
Looking for a new place to fish? Explore the Wild at one of the Department's Wildlife Managements Areas near Richmond. Read more…
Five Reasons to Shuffle Off to Buffalo Creek to Fish
Buffalo Creek Special Regulations Area is an overlooked treasure that makes a visit to the Lexington area worthwhile. Read more…