Habitat
Good Fire: How DWR Uses Fire to Restore the Wild
We’ve been conditioned to think of fire as solely a destructive force, but for wildlife, forests, and meadows, fire can also be restorative and a force for good. Prescribed fire is #GoodFire. Read more…
HRBT April Update: A Tale of Two Islands
As the first seabird arrivals for the 2021 nesting season have start to arrive on Ft. Wool, learn more about how DWR, VDOT, and the HRBT contractor are working together to make sure they settle and nest safely on Ft. Wool. Read more…
Elk in Virginia: Return of a Native Species
The restoration work for elk, including substantial habitat management and efforts to provide wildlife viewing, offers a unique opportunity to enjoy this charismatic and majestic species. Read more…
Six DWR Habitat Projects Funded by Restore the Wild
Six habitat projects spanning more than 180 acres will be funded thanks to the Department of Wildlife Resources’ (DWR) Restore the Wild initiative. Read more…
Run for the Wild Virtual 5K Results
Our inaugural virtual 5K run/walk took place on July 17, 18, & 19, 2020. More than 400 runners joined us to help support our mission to keep Virginia’s wild places wild! Read more…
Catch the Rain and Clean the Water: Rain Gardens and Living Shorelines for Wildlife
One of the best ways to combat the problem of uncontrolled runoff and the pollution it carries is to install a rain garden. Read more…
A New Red-Cockaded Woodpecker Nest at Big Woods!
On Thursday April 23, DGIF biologists confirmed that the WMA once again harbors an active red-cockaded woodpecker nest—this year with four eggs! Read more…
Earth Day Starts at Home: Plant Layers for Habitat Structure
What we do in our landscapes truly matters, and each of us can be a good steward. Read more…
Habitat at Home: A New Awakening
Taking notice of the small things in your home outside environment can help alleviate stress. Read more…