By John Page Williams Photos by John Page Williams The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR’s) Lawnes Creek Landing has a new two-lane launch ramp with aluminum dock and fishing pier. It’s an excellent jumping-off spot to explore the lower James …
By Molly Kirk/DWR Freshwater fish in Virginia don’t come much more colorful than the candy darter! During breeding season (late winter through early spring), the male candy darter (Etheostoma osburni) sports vibrant, alternating vertical bands of red/ …
By Gerald Almy Photos by Meghan Marchetti/DWR Anglers fly fish for a wide variety of species in Virginia, pursuing bluegills to muskies with artfully crafted flies and tackle ranging from delicate three-ounce rods to hefty 10-weight outfits that will …
By Bruce Ingram Photos by Bruce Ingram How can Virginia’s anglers help the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) fisheries biologists provide better angling in our state? Here are some suggestions from DWR staff. “One of the things that we are …
By Bruce Ingram Photos by Bruce Ingram The western reaches of Virginia host some of the state’s best smallmouth and trout angling. Jeff Williams, regional fisheries manager for the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR), covers some of the issues …
By Jimmy Mootz/DWR If you’re going to be hunting on or next to cold water this season, you’ll need to take some extra precautions to stay safe. Whether you’re hunting waterfowl from a boat, using a boat to access a blind, or hunting from a shoreline, know …
By Gerald Almy Conducting drives and still hunting are enjoyable ways to pursue Virginia’s whitetails, but no method can compare with waiting patiently on stand for a buck to walk into shooting range. This is true both for seeing large numbers of deer and …
By Molly Kirk/DWR Photos by Meghan Marchetti/DWR A leftover pipe from the 1930s reminds the staff of how far they’re come with the new Front Royal Fish Cultural Station renovations. There’s a section of old pipe tucked into the corner of the original fish …
By Emily Strother Photos by Meghan Marchetti/DWR It’s that time of year again when lakes and rivers in Virginia are buzzing with the sound of boat motors and splashing water. As many of us check our tow ropes, it’s important to remember that safety is a …
By Mitch Furr Photos by Ron Messina/DWR When you’re on the water, it’s only a matter of time until you must cross another boat’s wake. If you’re a new boat owner, you may be unfamiliar with the term wake. The wake is the wave created as the hull of a boat …
By Stephen Living/DWR As the season turns from summer into autumn, millions of birds will pour through Virginia on their migration south. Some birds will overwinter in the southern United States, while others will travel thousands of miles to South America …
By Serena Grant/DWR Photos by Serena Grant This summer, I got the incredible opportunity to work with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources’ (DWR) Outreach division as a Creative Content Intern, meaning I got the chance to write articles, attend …
By Bruce Ingram Photos by Bruce Ingram If there is a common topic among the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources’ (DWR) regional fisheries managers, it is their concerns about the presence—and spread—of Alabama bass. Scott Smith, who is based at the …
By Dan Smith Photos by Dan Smith My family moved from San Diego to Virginia Beach for military orders in the summer of 2020. As providence would have it, we moved into a neighborhood with several retention ponds. My 8-year-old kept asking to go fishing, …
By Shannon Brooks Photos by Shannon Brooks I spend roughly one day out of every four fishing somewhere for something, all year long. My fishing craft of choice is a small yellow sit-in recreational kayak that I’ve outfitted for quick trips to local fishing …
By Eric Dotterer/DWR Master Conservation Police Officer for Whitetail Times Deer hunting is a sport of planning and preparation. As a hunter, you may spend the entire preseason carefully choosing the perfect food plot mixture. You will labor and toil under …
By Gerald Almy Photos by Gerald Almy It’s often said the most successful hunters are those who put in the greatest effort before the season opens. Truth is, sheer hours of scouting are not going to up your odds for tagging a nice buck. In fact, some …
By James Moffitt Photos by Meghan Marchetti/DWR Warmer weather for many people means more time exploring all of the beautiful waterways that our state has to offer. However, setting off on a paddling trip without taking basic safety precautions is like …
By John Page Williams Photos by John Page Williams Wildlife. Habitat. That’s what the Pamunkey River is about, and the Department of Wildlife Resources’ (DWR) Lester Manor public landing is a great departure point for exploring it. An old friend joined …
By James Moffitt Photos by Meghan Marchetti/DWR Boating on crowded waters over holiday weekends or during busy fishing seasons can be stressful, irritating, and even dangerous. Being confident in your understanding of basic maritime norms and boating …
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