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West Virginia reminds hunters about upcoming youth seasons, changes to regulations

Hunting Will Reedy - August 26, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With the first slate of youth hunting seasons set to open in September, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources reminded...

West Virginia sets new migratory game bird seasons and 2025-2026 regulations

Hunting Will Reedy - August 25, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia has set new season dates and new regulations for the 2025-2026 migratory game bird hunting seasons, which open Sept....

Naturalists share their favorite lesser-known New River Gorge hiking trails

Hiking David Sibray - August 25, 2025

FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — On a soft summer morning in the New River Gorge, the forest comes to life with...

Early bear firearms season opens August 30 in four southern West Virginia counties

Hunting David Sibray - August 22, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — An early bear firearms season will open August 30, 2025, in Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming...

Nature’s classroom in the Kanawha Valley: A vibrant trail system blossoms in Buffalo

Hiking David Sibray - July 29, 2025

BUFFALO, W.Va. — Among the fields and wetlands of the lower Kanawha Valley in West Virginia, a green haven...

Apply now for W.Va. deer hunt lottery during 2025 antlerless season

Hunting Will Reedy - July 18, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The W.Va. Division of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for its 2025 deer hunt lotteries....

W.Va. adds five new ‘Almost Heaven’ swings for perfect photo moments

Recreation David Sibray - June 19, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The W.Va. Department of Tourism has added five new Almost Heaven swings to the Mountain State...

Snowshoe Mountain replacing iconic Shavers Center with modern lodge

Skiing and Snowsports Hinaa Noor - June 18, 2025

SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Construction is nearing completion on top of Snowshoe Mountain in eastern West Virginia, where a new...

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