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Will Reedy is a West Virginia writer and contributor to West Virginia Explorer Magazine whose work focuses on hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. Through essays and feature writing, he explores the landscapes, communities, and traditions that define West Virginia, bringing a thoughtful perspective to stories about heritage, travel, and everyday Appalachian life.
DNR officials are encouraging hunters and trapper to review changes in the Fall 2018 Hunting and Trapping Guide.

Significant changes made to W.Va. fall hunting regulations

Important changes to West Virginia’s fall hunting seasons are included in the new 2018-2019 West Virginia Hunting and Trapping Regulations Summary, which officials at the state Division of Natural Resources are encouraging hunters and trappers to carefully review. Numerous regulation changes will be in place this fall, including those that will affect turkey, bear, boar, raccoon … Read more

A young hunter enjoys the autumn season in West Virginia. Photo courtesy W.Va. Dept. of Commerce.

DNR reminds hunters about ethics, landowner permission

In anticipation of fall hunting season, the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources is reminding hunters and trappers to prepare for a safe and enjoyable season and to refresh themselves on hunting ethics. “Hunting ethically and legally preserves our image as sportsmen and women and promotes good stewardship of our natural resources,” said Gary Foster, assistant … Read more

Al Clark interviews David Sibray regarding the Snarly Yowl, one of five legendary monsters alleged to haunt the West Virginia hills.

WVExplorer publishes first series video featuring W.Va. monsters

WVExplorer.com has published the first of five videos that discuss the backstories for legendary monsters apparently featured in the soon-to-be-released video game Fallout 76. According to publisher David Sibray, who is interviewed by Alfred Clark throughout the series, the strange beasts are among those introduced in 2014 by author Ted Fauster in “The top five … Read more

A family visits the National Hunting and Fishing Day display in West Virginia.

DNR seeks big bucks and trophy fish for display

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is asking hunters and anglers to enter showcase pieces for its big buck and trophy fish display at the National Hunting and Fishing Day celebration at Stonewall Resort State Park on Sept. 22-23. Mounted trophy white-tailed bucks with a Pope-and-Young or Boone-and-Crockett score of 140 or greater that were … Read more

Bluestone Lake on New River extends into the mountains near the Virginia border.

Input sought on boating, rafting, New River, Cabwaylingo

The W.Va. Division of Natural Resources is seeking public comments on proposed and modified rules that concern boating, permitting rentals on the New River, establishing new safety standards for whitewater, and allowing off-road vehicles in Cabwaylingo State Forest. The first rule, according to a press release from the division, involves designating a new section of … Read more

West Virginia Explorer has launched FalloutWV, a newsletter launched to track the development of Fallout 76 in West Virginia.

Newsletter to explore Fallout 76 version of West Virginia

An e-newsletter being published by a West Virginia online travel guide this coming week will explore the virtual landscape presented in Fallout 76, a soon-to-be-released video game set in a post-apocalyptic version of the Mountain State. According to a spokesman for the newsletter, fans awaiting the November launch of the game are combing the Web … Read more

New hand-fishing season opens June 15 in W.Va.

A new West Virginia “noodling” or hand-fishing season launches June 15, according to the state Division of Natural Resources. A law passed during the 2018 legislative session will allow anglers to hand-fish, or “noodle,” in public waters from June 15 to Aug. 31 between sunrise and sunset. Noodlers may only hand-fish in naturally-occurring habitats, such … Read more