West Virginia Division of Natural Resources

Sometimes Fatal Disease Reported In Deer From 18 W.Va. Counties

Bow hunting season is already underway for deer in West Virginia, and rifle season is fast approaching. But state wildlife management officials say hunters venturing into the woods this fall should keep an eye out for visibly ill deer.

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DNR Tightens Deer Hunting, Carcass Transport Regulations

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has updated its regulations for the 2024 to 2025 hunting season. This season, hunters will only be allowed to bag two antlered deer.

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Buck Gun Season Begins Monday, Antlerless Deer Included

More than a quarter million hunters will take to the Mountain State woodlands for the two week firearm deer hunting season starting Monday.

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Deer Tests Positive For Rabies In Hampshire County

With archery and crossbow season underway across the state, officials with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources remind hunters that all mammals, including white-tailed deer, are vulnerable to rabies. 

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