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Handling of wild animals discouraged and violates state law May 11, 2026

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today reminded the public to leave young wildlife alone, noting that handling wild animals can harm them, spread disease and violate state law.

“Watching wildlife is one of the many joys of outdoor ...


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Dove limited hunt permits no longer required at South Branch while controlled hunt launches at Stonewall Jackson this fall May 11, 2026

ROMNEY, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced that mourning dove hunters no longer need to apply for a limited permit to hunt at the South Branch Wildlife Management Area in Hardy...


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Changes include removal of horsepower restrictions on several lakes May 6, 2026

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced the following changes to boating regulations, effective immediately:

Over 10 hp motorboats are now permitted to operate at no wake speed on Elk Fork, North Bend, O’Brien, Stonec...

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WVDNR exploring upgrades to public access site in Cabell County April 30, 2026

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that the public boat ramp located on Green Bottom Wildlife Management Area in Cabell County has reopened after a short closure.

WVDNR officials are exploring plans for future ...


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27.95-inch, 5.65-pound fish caught at private Preston County pond in April April 29, 2026

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) today announced that Matt Born of Reedsville, West Virginia, has caught a new state record chain pickerel.

Born landed the 27.95-inch, 5.65-pound fish on April 21 using a homemade s...


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