Recreation

Hunters and anglers celebrated their love for the outdoors at the capitol Tuesday as West Virginia officials recognized the winners of a 2020 hunting and fishing license contest. While presenting the awards, Governor Jim Justice, an avid outdoorsman himself, spoke with enthusiasm about his administration’s success bolstering the industry, attracting resident and non-resident participants alike. … Read more

A remarkable 10-kilometer running and walking race through the scenic New River Gorge near Fayetteville, West Virginia, could attract as many as 400 participants on May 16, organizers say. A first-of-its-kind challenge, the rim-to-rim race will follow a paved route beneath the New River Gorge Bridge and is already attracting interest nationally, according to Melanie … Read more

People who seek to maintain active lifestyles may be more likely to sustain them if they start the year that way, says a proponent of First Day Hikes in West Virginia. At least eleven public walks and hikes are planned for January 1 across West Virginia, providing participants a chance to set out on the … Read more

West Virginia hunting and fishing license applications now include the option to register as an organ donor. The Mountain State is one of the first states to offer the option. Senate Bill 613, passed during the 2019 legislative session and signed into law by Governor Jim Justice, permitted the state Division of Natural Resources to … Read more

The W.Va. Division of Natural Resources is offering gift ideas for outdoor enthusiasts, including wildlife calendars, state park gift cards, and lifetime and 2020 hunting and fishing licenses. “If you know someone that loves the wonderful things West Virginia has to offer, we have gifts they will enjoy,” says Stephen McDaniel, division director. “Hunters, anglers, … Read more

West Virginians may now purchase their 2020 hunting and fishing licenses earlier than ever before and will also be entered to win a drawing for prizes, Governor Jim Justice announced this morning. Beginning Sunday, anyone who purchases a Sportsman or Junior Sportsman license will automatically be entered to win a free lifetime license or a … Read more