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DNR Announces New Format for Lifetime Licenses

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Sun, 29 Dec 2002 23:16:20 (3260 reads)

Effective January 2, 2003, the Division of Natural Resources' lifetime hunting and fishing license will take on a new look. The new license, on a credit card quality stock, is an improvement over the current paper version, significantly increasing its durability and appearance.

DNR Lifts Temporary Moratorium on Hunting and Dog Training In Eight Counties Effective July 8

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Mon, 08 Jul 2002 23:09:35 (3711 reads)

The Division of Natural Resources has lifted a temporary moratorium on hunting and dog training in eight eastern counties effective July 8, according to DNR Director Ed Hamrick. The ban had been put into effect May 24 in Grant, Hardy, Pendleton, Greenbrier, Monroe, Fayette, Hampshire and Mineral counties at the request of West
Virginia Department of Agriculture Commissioner Gus Douglass as a protective measure against the spread of Avian Influenza.

DNR Seeks Paintings for 2003 Wildlife Calendar

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Fri, 25 Jan 2002 16:01:42 (2459 reads)

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section is requesting art of wildlife and related outdoor scenes for the 2003 edition of the award winning Wildlife Calendar, according to Curtis Taylor, Chief of the West
Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section. The deadline for submissions of art work is March 8, 2002. A 35-mm color slide of all entries must be submitted by that date.

DNR Stresses Importance of Scouting Before Hunting

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:56:20 (3020 reads)

With hunting season upon us, the Division of Natural Resources encourages hunters to
scout their favorite areas, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the Division of
Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Section. Scouting is an enjoyable way to spend
time afield before hunting season opens and provides useful information for the
sportsman.

DNR Wildlife Resources Section Files Legislative Rules for Review

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Thu, 07 Jul 2005 13:47:54 (5873 reads)

The Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has filed legislative rule changes with the Secretary of State's office, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the Division's Wildlife Resources Section. The proposed rules will be open for review and written comment until 4:30 p.m. on July 28, 2005 . The availability of the proposed rules will be advertised in the State Register . In addition, the proposed rules will be available for review at each DNR district office, the Elkins office and the Charleston office. Individuals interested in reviewing the proposed rules should contact the Wildlife Resources Section staff at these offices.

Don't Take Fawns from the Wild

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Mon, 09 Jun 2003 00:53:33 (2029 reads)

Late May through early June is the peak of white-tailed deer fawning in West Virginia. Throughout this period into July, the Division of Natural Resources receives numerous calls from concerned individuals who pick up fawns thinking they have been abandoned. In most cases, nothing could be farther from the truth.

Earth Day at the Capitol April 22

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Fri, 19 Apr 2002 20:23:46 (3436 reads)

Earth Day at the Capitol 2002 will be held Monday, April 22 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. outside of the State Capitol in Charleston around the north fountain, according Chris Cartwright, West Virginia Make It Shine project coordinator for the Environmental Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.

Easter Activities at West Virginia State Parks

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:10:25 (2438 reads)

For family fun activities during the Easter weekend, West Virginia State Parks will host various events at Blackwater Falls, Cacapon Resort, North Bend, Pipestem Resort and Tomlinson Run state parks. Events are fun for all ages.April 19, Blackwater Falls State Park, Davis, WV-Easter Egg Hunt.
Children ages 12 and younger will have the chance to hunt for more than 700 Easter eggs filled with treats and visit the Easter Bunny during this special day. The event starts at 1:30 p.m. and there is no charge. For more information, please contact the Pat Hissom at (304) 259-5216.

Easter Activities at West Virginia State Parks

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Fri, 22 Mar 2002 20:44:48 (2152 reads)

For family fun activities during the Easter weekend, West Virginia State Parks will host various events at Blackwater Falls, North Bend, Pipestem Resort and Tomlinson Run state parks. Events are fun for all ages. For more information, please call 1-800-CALL WVA and ask for the individual park.March 30, Blackwater Falls State Park, Davis, WV-Easter Egg Hunt.

Fall Hawk Migration at Moncove Lake State Park September 17-19

Posted by: Allen Canfield on Sat, 10 Aug 2002 01:44:49 (3992 reads)

Witness the annual fall migration of many species of birds of prey as they travel
along the eastern flyway that passes through Monroe County. This migration typically
begins in early September and runs through October; however, late September usually
brings the most sightings. Birds seen last year include bald eagle, golden eagle,
osprey, peregrine falcon, northern harrier, goshawk, most eastern species of hawks,
other migrating songbirds and the first ever sighting in West Virginia of a
gyrfalcon. More than 5,000 hawks were counted in all for the 2,000 season, more than
3,500 of which were seen in September.


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