Hunting

Random Thoughts and Observations on Coyotes
Where did coyotes come from? Are they having a significant impact on Virginia’s deer herds? Deer Project Coordinator, Matt Knox provides his insight. Read more…

Virginia’s Spring Gobbler Season
With Virginia’s spring gobbler season just around the corner, it’s time to tap the knowledge of Gary Norman, DWR’s forest game bird biologist. Read more…

How You Can Contribute to the Breeding Bird Atlas While Out Hunting or Fishing
Attention Virginia’s sportsmen and women: we need your bird observations for Virginia's 2nd annual breeding bird atlas project! Read more…

Pope and Young is Not a Law Firm
In the “Forgotten Father of Bowhunting”? Without William “Chief” Compton, Pope and Young would never have teamed up! Read more…

Green Meditation
“If you teach a young person to hunt, they will have a lifetime of outdoor experiences that they will hold dear and share with the next generation.” Watch…

Get the Picture: Effectively Use your Trail Camera to Capture the Best Wildlife Photos
Looking to get better footage out of your trail camera? Upgrade your results with these simple tips to observe more wildlife. Read more…

Step Aside Boys!
Women are the fastest growing segment of the shooting and hunting world today and the movement shows no signs of slowing down! Read more…

Fulfilling Your Late Season Objectives
Late season deer hunts provide a challenging experience. Recognizing deer travel patterns and locating the food sources increases the chance you'll find a deer. Read more…

DWR Black Bear Radio-Collaring Project
Data acquired through this project continues to provide insights into the movements, habits, and home ranges of wild bears in unstudied areas of Virginia Read more…
