Wildlife
Restore the Wild Funds at Work on Crooked Creek
One of the projects made possible in 2022 with Restore the Wild membership funds was a streambank stabilization and riparian buffer enhancement at Crooked Creek Read more…
It’s Elk Viewing Season!
DWR Elk Project Leader Jackie Rosenberger enjoys sharing sights of Virginia's elk with a wide variety of audiences. Read more…
Solving the Appalachian Monkeyface Mussel Mystery
Years of research by the staff at DWR's AWCC resulted in the successful propagation and release of one of the rarest species of mussel in the U.S. Read more…
WMAs Are a Wonderful Place to Explore the Wild on the VBWT Heart of the Piedmont Loop
Pollinators abounded at multiple Wildlife Management Areas on the Heart of the Piedmont Loop of the Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail. Read more…
Good Weeds
Many native plants have “weed” as part of their common name, which can be off-putting as people are seeking plants to beautify their home spaces. Read more…
A Snake in the Grass is A Very Good Thing
Snakes might strike fear into the hearts of some, but co-existing with these fascinating animals can is beneficial for them and us. Read more…
Make Your Back Yard Friendly for Amphibians and Reptiles
Your yard, no matter the size, can provide important habitat for reptiles and amphibians if you do a few small things. Read more…
Fleeting Moments on the Lower Peninsula Loop of the VBWT
Blogger Meg Raynes explores history and wildlife at sites on the VBWT's Lower Peninsula Loop which includes many iconic locations such as Jamestown. Read more…
Meet Golden Eagle Restore the Wild Member Donte Hunter!
Meet Restore the Wild Golden Eagle member Donte Hunter, an avid wildlife photographer and watcher who has traveled the state to view wildlife. Read more…