http://www.wv.gov/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/news/natural-resources&page=4bb1b597-b6c8-4726-a081-0f57f30e8598&wp=89157f39-af4c-4dee-81cc-ac62052b9a2bRSS Feed for Div. of Forestry News60http://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2010WestVirginiaWildlifeCalendarsareAvailable.aspxThe 2010 West Virginia Wildlife Calendars are now available for everyone to enjoy,” according to Curtis Taylor, Chief of the Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section.Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:16:06 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AdditionalDeer(RGRRG)StampsMustBePurchasedPriortotheNovember23BuckFirearmsSeasonOpeningDate.aspxHunters are reminded that the additional firearms deer gun stamp (Class RG - Resident; or Class RRG - Nonresident) for taking an additional deer during the buck firearms seTue, 10 Nov 2009 15:34:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Tu-Endie-WeiStateParkPaysTributetoPointPleasant.aspxCertain visitors to Tu-Endie-Wei State Park in Mason County this past summer will be getting a special reward during Veterans Day week in appreciation for their interest in the historic site.Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:57:37 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVaStateParkGiftCardsArePopularHolidayGivingItems.aspxWest Virginia State Park Gift Cards are in demand this time of year and continue to be a popular holiday gift option. As was offered last year, State Parks will provide “Something ExtraMon, 09 Nov 2009 15:04:51 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Hunters,Ch8urches,andthePublicCanHelpSupporttheHuntersHelpingtheHungryProgram.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) invites allWest Virginiahunters, churches, and the general public to help supportDNR’s charitableHunters Helping the Hungry(HHH)Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:24:05 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaTrappersandHuntersMustTagFurbearers.aspxTrappers harvesting beaver and fisher in West Virginia are reminded they must present the whole animal or pelt to a game checking station or Division of Natural Resources representative withinThu, 29 Oct 2009 10:15:06 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRAcceptingApplicationsforCooperativeResearchandEducationManagementGrantsProgram.aspxApplications for grants that support research, conservation or education projects are being accepted by the Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources WVDNR through its Wildlife Diversity Unit.Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:50:24 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginia’sSmallGameHuntingandTrappingSeasonsOpen.aspxThe small game hunting seasons in West Virginia began Oct. 10 with the opening of squirrel season. “Squirrel season is very popular with many West Virginia sportsmen,” said Curtis Taylor, Chief of the Wildlife Resources Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:25:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ThegunseasonsfordeeropensooninWestVirginia,andtomeettheneedsofyoungornewhunters,theLawEnforcementSectionoftheWestVirginiaDi.aspxThe gun seasons for deer open soon in West Virginia, and to meet the needs of young or new hunters, the Law Enforcement Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will be sponsoring a Hunter Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:23:33 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofOct19-23,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of Oct. 19-23, 2009.Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:09:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SpecialAreasAccessibletoPhysicallyChallengedHunterswithClassQQQPermits.aspxPhysically challenged hunters possessing a Class Q/QQ hunting permit may hunt on designated roads throughout the Monongahela National Forest, portions of the George WashingtonWed, 21 Oct 2009 09:50:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/VenisonisanExcellent8Low-FatAlternativetoBeef.aspxWest Virginia deer hunters gain more than a freezer filled with an ample amount of venison (deer meat) after each hunting season. Those concerned with healthier choices in their diet have gained a supplyWed, 14 Oct 2009 10:24:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ArcheryintheSchoolsProgramTrainingtobeheldinBeckleyAreaDec8and9;Sign-upDeadlineNovember25.aspxnext instructor training for the popular Archery in the Schools Program (AIS) will be held Dec. 8 and 9 at JBC Archery Center in Shady Spring (near Beckley), according to Jerry Westfall, AIS Program Coordinator for the WildlifeWed, 14 Oct 2009 10:30:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BeyondBOWHuntsOct15-17andDec5-7.aspxThe Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will sponsor a Beyond BOW (Becoming an Outdoors-Woman) Women’s Squirrel and Archery Deer Hunt, Oct. 15-17, for womenWed, 07 Oct 2009 16:26:56 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2009FallTroutStockingsBeginOctober13.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources 2009 fall trout stocking will take place during the weeks of October 13 and 19, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the DNR’s Wildlife Resources SectionWed, 07 Oct 2009 16:32:47 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVaDNRForecastsHigherFallWildTurkeyHuntingHarvest.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources predicts a slightly higher harvest of wild turkeys during the 2009 fall hunting season compared to the fall 2008 harvest of 1,206, according to Paul Johansen, Assistant Chief in Charge of Game Management forWed, 07 Oct 2009 16:37:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/QuiltersGet-AwayWeekendatNorthBendStateParkOct29-Nov1.aspxBeautiful fall foliage is followed by the reality of winter weather. For some, a brisk hike or sled ride is the ticket for winter fun and for others the starting of a craft or completion of a project is on the winter “to-do” list. A Quilters Get-Away ...Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:28:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MansionbyCandlelightandTourOct9and10onBlennerhassettIsland.aspxThe annual Blennerhassett Island Mansion by Candlelight Tour is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9, and Saturday, Oct. 10. Sponsored by the Friends of Blennerhassett, this two-night event began in 1996 and has since become the island’s most popular annual fa...Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:33:20 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HawksNestStateParkStretchesTravelDollarThisFall.aspxGuests visiting Hawks Nest State Park this fall will see change, not only in forest foliage colors, but also in how far their travel dollars stretch. Overnight stays at Hawks Nest Lodge now include continental breakfast at the River View Restaurant loc...Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:40:28 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Tu-Endie-Wei(PointPleasantBattlefield)StateParkOffersTwoOctoberCommemorativeEvents.aspxTwo special events relating to the Battle of Point Pleasant of Oct. 10, 1774, and the monument set at the site 100 years ago to commemorate the battle,Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:24:20 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MastSurveyandHuntingOutlookAvailable.aspxThe 2009 "Mast Survey and Hunting Outlook" is available on the Division of Natural Resources' Web site and at DNR district offices, according to Randy Tucker, Wildlife Biologist for the DNR Wildlife Resources Section. Since 1970, the Wildlife Resource...Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:50:46 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/KanawhaCountyCitationsIssuedDuringEarlyBearHuntingSeason.aspxA Kanawha County man was issued a number of citations for hunting law violations on the last day of the recent early bear hunting season, according to Lt. David Trader of the Division of Natural Resources' District 5 office in Nitro. An early firearm...Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:21:43 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SawwhatSaw-whet!OwlBandingProgramatValleyFallsStateParkOct15and29.aspx- Sometimes great wonders are big eyed, very small, and feathered. For most people, just hearing a single note call of a Northern Saw-whet owl (NSWO) is reward enough, but being able to see this small raptor up closeThu, 17 Sep 2009 12:47:39 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CelticFolkFestSetatNorthBendforSeptember26.aspxSaturday, September 26th, brings a lively Celtic Folk Fest to the North Bend State Park amphitheater. Visitors will enjoy a full afternoon and evening of events, mirth, fun, culture and history on the outdoor stageThu, 17 Sep 2009 12:55:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/PirateWhitewaterOutfittersArrestedbyDNRLawEnforcement.aspxWest Virginia has no oceans but it does have pirates, as proven by a recent investigation conducted by Division of Natural Resources (DNR) conservation officers. "These pirates don’t wear eye patches or carry swords, but they do steal money," said Ca...Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:16:08 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BoatingSafetyInformationatNationalHuntingandFishingDaysCelebration.aspxThis year, West Virginia boaters have experienced 30 motorboat accidents that have resulted in eight fatalities. To help educate the public about the importance of safe boating, Division ofTue, 15 Sep 2009 16:26:10 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NationalHuntingandFishingDaysSeptember26and27toAppealtoOutdoorEnthusiastsofallAges.aspxOn September 26 and 27, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR), together with the West Virginia Wildlife Federation, will cosponsor West Virginia’s Annual Celebration of National Hunting Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:50:07 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ArnoldPalmerSignatureGolfCourseatStonewallResortRecognizedforEnvironmentalExcellence;.aspxThe Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course at Stonewall Resort near Weston, W.Va., has been recognized as a "Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary"Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:20:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MasterArcherByronFergusonReturns.aspxThe man with the “magic bow,” Byron Ferguson, will return for the 2009 edition of West Virginia’s Celebration ofFri, 11 Sep 2009 15:17:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/YouthDeerHuntingOpportunities.aspxYouth hunters between the ages of 8 and 14 will have the opportunity to harvest an antlerless deer during three days in 2009. Youth deer hunting days will be October 31, December 26 and December 28, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the Division ...Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:39:24 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SaleofLiveFoxesPermitt9edinWestVirginia.aspxWest Virginia trappers will be allowed to sell live foxes to hound coursing pens in West Virginia during the 2009-2010 trapping season, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the Wildlife ResourcesWed, 02 Sep 2009 10:39:20 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/PrepareNowforEarlyAntlerlessDeerArcheryandMuzzleloaderSeasonstoBeHeldinSeptember.aspxDeer hunting comes early to the West Virginia hills this fall. “The special antlerless deer seasons for archery and muzzleloader hunters will open on private land in certain counties inThu, 27 Aug 2009 09:07:39 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MoreParticipationExpectedin2009OutdoorYouthChallengeat.aspxChanges in the format of the annual Outdoor Youth Challenge will allow more participation from youngsters to test their skills in hunting, fishing, and other activities,Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:44:27 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NewStateRecordBlueCatfishCaughtinWayneCounty.aspxnew state record blue catfish was caught by David Wayne Green of Wayne, W.Va., according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the West Virginia DivisionWed, 26 Aug 2009 09:49:22 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AssistantStateForesterBenWebsterannouncedtodaythattheDivisionofForestry(DOF)willhostitsbiennialfireschoolfrom.aspxAssistant State Forester Ben Webster announced today that the Division of Forestry (DOF) will host its biennial “fire school” fromTue, 25 Aug 2009 15:23:58 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2009SeasonDatesEstablishedforMourningDove,.aspxWest Virginia’s 2009 hunting season dates and bag limits for mourning dove, woodcock, common snipe and sora and Virginia rails have been set according to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR), Wildlife Resources Section.Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:25:23 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ApplicationsAcceptedforNathanielMountainWMA.aspxBlack bear hunters who wish to participate in a controlled bear hunt using dogs on Nathaniel Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA), located near Romney, must submit their applications by Oct. 31, 2009Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:31:11 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MourningDoveSeasonOpensSept1.aspxMourning dove season opens Sept. 1 and is the much-anticipated beginning of the fall hunting seasons for many West Virginians, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the West Virginia Division of Natural ResourcesMon, 10 Aug 2009 14:41:16 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CanadaGooseSeasonOpensSept1.aspxWest Virginia’s 2009-10 waterfowl seasons will begin statewide on Sept. 1, 2009, with the opening of the early Canada goose season, according to Curtis I. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:44:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ApplicationsAvailablefor2009LimitedPermitCountiesandWildlife.aspxApplications for the 2009 Antlerless Deer Season are now available at all West Virginia hunting and fishing license agents, Division of Natural Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:51:22 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/RegisterforSeptember5BecominganOutdoors-WomanFallWorkshop.aspxWomen who want to learn new outdoor skills are invited to register for the fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop, to be held at Watoga State Park in Pocahontas County September 11-Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:18:51 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WarrenEdGoodsonNamed2009WVConservationOfficeroftheYear.aspxConservation Officer Warren “Ed” Goodson has been selected as the West Virginia Conservation Officer of the Year for 2009, according to Col. David Murphy, Division of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Section Chief.Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:50:16 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/httpwwwwvdeporgitemcfmssid=23.aspxA history-defining clash of cultures began in the 18th century in the Trans-Allegheny region of the nation that now includes West Virginia when American Indian and European cultures fought six wars westward of the AlleghenyThu, 30 Jul 2009 11:13:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NaturalReso4urcesCommissionQuarterlyMeeting.aspxNatural Resources Commission Quarterly Meeting 1 p.m., Sunday, August 9, 2009 South Charleston, West VirginiaThu, 30 Jul 2009 16:37:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TheHuntforTrophyFish.aspxJust how big are the fish in West Virginia? If you’ve ever seen the trophy fish display at West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day event, you’d know there are some real monsters swimming in Mountain State waters.Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:16:19 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TrialDateSetforLewisCountyHuntingDeathCase.aspxThe Pennsylvania man charged in the April 27 shooting death of Lewis County hunter Shawn Stewart has been arraigned in the circuit court of Lewis County and will face trial beginning October 30.Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:21:02 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HuntingSeasonChangesExplainedinNew2009-2010WVaHuntingandTrappingRegulationsSummary.aspxSeveral important changes in the state’s fall hunting seasons for white-tailed deer and black bear are included in the new 2009-2010 West Virginia Hunting and Trapping Regulations Summary brochure, according to Division of Natural...Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:37:42 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AWholeLotofShakin’atBeechForkStateParkJuly18.aspxBeech Fork State Park near Barboursville will be shakin’ Saturday, July 18 at 7 p.m. as campers, cabin guests and park visitors enjoy Guy Weatherholt entertaining as Elvis Presley in the park activities room.Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:22:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LearnLouMaiuriStyleSquareorLineDancingatWestVirginiaStateParks.aspxSquare or line – you’re invited. Lou Maiuri is an instructor of traditional Appalachian dance and modern line dancing, and this summer he is Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:14:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Trans-AlleghenyClashofCultures.aspxA history-defining clash of cultures began in the 18th century in the Trans-Allegheny region of the nation that now includes West Virginia when American Indian and European cultures fought sixMon, 06 Jul 2009 14:19:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRPhysicallyChallengedAdvisoryBoardtoMeet.aspxThe next regular meeting of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Physically Challenged Advisory Board (PCAB) is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, at 1 p.m. at the Cabela’s store at One Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:44:23 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRtoHostSixthAnnualWomenintheOutdoorsEvent.aspxThere is still time to register for the sixth annual Women in the Outdoors Event to be held at Kanawha State Forest on July 25, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the Division of Natural Resources.Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:28:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ApplicationsBeingAcceptedfortheStonewallResortStateParkControlledDeerHunt.aspxApplications are being accepted for the controlled deer hunt scheduled for November 16, 17 and 18Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:02:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/KanawhaSt3ateForestSwimmingPoolisRepairedandReopened.aspxAfter being closed the past few years, the swimming pool at Kanawha State Forest has been repaired and is open again. Kanawha State Forest is a cool retreat for families and individuals looking for a familiar swimming areWed, 24 Jun 2009 16:20:20 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/EnforcementofBoatingUndertheInfluenceLawstobeSteppedUpJune26-28.aspxRecreational boaters may want to think twice before reaching for that cold beer, especially the weekend of June 26-28. West Virginia Division of Natural Resources conservation officers, as part of a national Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:55:18 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BattleRememberedPointPleasantBattleMonument100thAnniversaryInterpretiveWalks.aspxJoin Park Ranger Doug Wiant for one of his interpretative “walk-and-talks” at Tu-Endie-Wei State Park in 2009. The battle monument at the park is 100 years old this year. The monument Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:57:15 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/httpwwwstatewvustaxrevuploadsbrt801apdf.aspxCharleston offices of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources are in the process of moving from the top three floors of Building 3 at the State Capitol Complex to a location in South Charleston. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:33:31 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SpecialAntlerlessDeerArcheryandMuzzleloaderSeasonstoTakePlacethisSeptemberinWestVirginia.aspxArchery and muzzleloader deer hunters in West Virginia will be able to enjoy additional antlerless deer hunting opportunities this fall, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:06:22 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaCelebratesNationalFishingandBoatingWeekJune6-14.aspxNational Fishing and Boating Week 2009 will be highlighted by the 20th annual Free Fishing Weekend on June 13 and 14, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR). Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:19:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/PermitApplicationsAvailableforSpecialDeerHuntfromNationalRadioAstronomyObservatoryinGreenBank,WestVirginia.aspxThe National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) in Green Bank, W.Va, has announced that applications are now available and are being accepted for the special resident- only controlled deer hunt at the NRAO site. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:31:56 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Splish!Splash!.aspxGov. Joe Manchin invites state citizens and visitors to celebrate West Virginia Day with a splash. On Saturday, June 20, the state is will be issuing “birthday cards” to swimmers who use outdoor swimming poTue, 09 Jun 2009 16:47:11 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRLtTimColemanWinsInternationalHunterEducationAssociationAwardin.aspxLt. Tim Coleman of the Law Enforcement Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) recently won the prestigious Darrell Holt Memorial Award, presented by the International Hunter Education Association (IHEA). Lt.Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:24:20 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofMay25-29,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of May 25, 2009Mon, 01 Jun 2009 09:21:21 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Geology!RocksatWestVirginiaStateParksthissummer.aspxGeology! Rocks, presented by the West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey, will be featured 16 times at 15 West Virginia state parks and forests this summer as one of many special outdoor learning activities and programsMon, 01 Jun 2009 09:25:22 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/26thAnnualBearHoleRoadRaceatTwinFallsStateParkJuly18.aspxDistance runners are invited to take part in the 26th annual Bear Hole Road Race, to be hosted by Twin Falls State Park near Mullens on July 18. The Road Race is named for Bear Hole Fork Road over which the race is held. Thu, 28 May 2009 08:45:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaCelebratesNationalFishingAndBoatingWeekJune6-14FreeFishingWeekendJune13-14.aspxNational Fishing and Boating Week 2009 will be highlighted by the 20th annual Free Fishing Weekend on June 13 and 14, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR). During these two days, residents and no...Fri, 22 May 2009 15:09:58 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofMay18-22,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of May 18, 2009.Fri, 22 May 2009 15:13:23 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WildlifeLawArrestsandConvictionsinDNRDistrict5.aspxConservation officers with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources in District 5 (Boone, Cabell, Kanawha, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo, Putnam, and Wayne counties) have been successful in recent Wed, 20 May 2009 15:24:37 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NewOnlineBoatingandHuntingSafetyCoursesAvailableJune1.aspxNew and updated online courses will be available for both Boating Safety Education and Hunter Education classes beginning June 1, making it easier for outdoor sportsmen to take the required classes.Wed, 20 May 2009 15:31:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaDivisionofNaturalResources.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources’ (WVDNR’s) Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Response Team has received a prestigious Certificate of Recognition Award from the Northeast Section of The Wildlife SocietyMon, 18 May 2009 14:44:07 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/GeologicMysteriesofWestVirginiaStateParksSolved.aspxHow were the famous Blackwater Falls formed? How did Canaan Valley get to be so wide? West Virginia’s state parks and forests are famous for their natural beauty, and that includes the makeup of the land on which they are located.Tue, 19 May 2009 16:01:56 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofMay11-15,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of May 11, 2009.Mon, 18 May 2009 09:41:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/RifleRangeonSleepyCreekWildlifeManagementAreatoCloseTemporarily.aspxThe public rifle range at the Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Berkeley County will be closed temporarily beginning on Friday, May 15, 2009. Thu, 14 May 2009 14:08:23 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LeaveYoun2gWildlifeAlone.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources reminds people to leave young wildlife alone. “It’s the time of year when the woods and fields of West Virginia are full with new life. If you are involved in outdoor recreation activities,...Fri, 08 May 2009 10:34:05 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TrainingforArcheryintheSchoolsProgramatCabela’sWheelingretailstoreJuly21-22.aspxAn Archery in the Schools (AIS) training session for instructors will be hosted by the Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) July 21-22, 2009, at the Cabela’s store near Wheeling, W.Va., according to Jerry ...Fri, 08 May 2009 10:39:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRTagsCrappieinStonewallJacksonReservoir.aspxMore than 700 Stonewall Jackson Lake crappie have been tagged by West Virginia Division of Natural Resources fisheries biologists as part of a.Wed, 06 May 2009 16:38:59 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRtoStockCatchableChannelCatfish.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will be stocking more than 5,500 catchable-size channel catfish during the weeks of May 4 and 11, according to Director Frank Jezioro. Fish will be 3/4 pound to two poundsWed, 06 May 2009 16:42:33 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Mother’sDayWeekendDiningIdeasandEventsGaloreatWVStateParks,May8-10.aspxTreat your mother to dinner and some well-deserved fun during Mother’s Day Weekend at West Virginia State Parks. Many parks are preparing a variety of special events and delicious Sunday buffet options. Mom will appreciate some good food she didn’t hav...Wed, 06 May 2009 09:45:30 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NewProceduretoReportHuntingandFishingLawViolations.aspxAnyone who wants to report hunting or fishing law violations is advised to follow a new procedure announced by the DNR Law Enforcement Section. “We are doing this to ensure a quicker response to the public,” said Lt. Col. Jerry Jenkins of D...Tue, 05 May 2009 10:31:19 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofApril27–May1,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of April 27, 2009Mon, 04 May 2009 10:42:28 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NaturalResourcesComm3issionQuarterlyMeeting.aspxThe next quarterly meeting of the Natural Resources Commission will be held Sunday, May 17, at 1 p.m. at the Sutten Flatwoods Entertainment Center in Sutton. The public is invited to attend and to comment. Agenda items include:Mon, 04 May 2009 10:45:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WineandFoodWeekendatCanaanValleyResortStateParkMay8-10.aspx– Canaan Valley Resort State Park will host wine and food lovers on May 8-10 for an entertaining, educational and gourmet culinary experience for their Wild & Wonderful Wine Weekend. “This will be the fourth time for this semi-annual food...Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:36:43 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BarbourCountyMenChargedwithWildlifeandMarijuanaLawViolations.aspxTwo Barbour County men have been found to be in violation of wildlife and drug laws following their arrest by Division of Natural Resources conservation officers. Both received fines and one was arraigned and sent to jail. On Tuesday, Apri...Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:35:06 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ShowofWheelsSpringFestatCabwaylingoStateForestMay2.aspxCars and gospel singing are a winning combination at Cabwaylingo State Forest Saturday, May 2, as the Cabwaylingo State Forest Foundation presents the annual Show of Wheels Spring Fest. The day begins at 11 a.m. with a parade beginning at...Fri, 24 Apr 2009 09:07:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BearTrappingConvictioninPendletonCounty.aspxA Pendleton County man has been convicted and fined for illegally trapping a black bear, according to Captain Charles Schollar of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Section. On October 21, 2008, DNR Conservatio...Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:22:31 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LastWeekendinAprilSpringingwithPopularEventsatWestVirginiaStateParksandForestsApril24-26.aspxWest Virginia State Parks continues to provide a variety of events and activities into weekend outdoor and indoor opportunities the last full weekend in April. “April is a transitional month in state parks and forests. Many areas are ge...Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:43:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekofApril13-17,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of April 13, 2009.Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:00:03 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Show-Me-HikeatGreenbrierStateForestCelebratesits45thyearApril25.aspxThe Show-Me-Hike at Greenbrier State Forest has been a spring perennial for 45 years, beginning in 1965. This year the annual event includes an evening program on April 24 and the Show-Me-Hike itself on Saturday, April 25. “All tours are ...Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:23:24 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AShowerofSpecialEventsatWestVirginiaStateParksApril17-19.aspxLate April brings a shower of special events and activities to West Virginia’s State Parks. “Call it what you want – sales, promotion, good business, an invitation to enjoy public lands, or doing the right thing – at the parks and at the community lev...Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:44:15 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ShalutaandRotschtoShareTalentsatTwoWVStateParkPhotographyWorkshops.aspxIn a state blessed with natural beauty and character, noted photographers Steve Shaluta and Steve Rotsch are conducting photography workshops at two West Virginia state parks: Twin Falls Resort and Tygart Lake state parks. Twin Falls’ wor...Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:12:44 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/StreamCleanDayatCabwaylingoStateForestApril18.aspxDoes your group need an Earth Day project that will benefit thousands of people this year? Sign up for Cabwaylingo State Forest’s annual Stream Clean Day Saturday, April 18.Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:15:36 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekofApril6-10,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of April 6, 2009Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:22:23 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2008WestVirginiaBig2BuckContestWinners.aspxThe winners of the 2008 West Virginia Big Buck Contest have been announced by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR), according to DNR Wildlife Biologist Gene Thorn, Chairman of the West Virginia Big Buck Contest Review Committee....Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:07:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRSgtGMWillenborgWinsSilverTroutAwardforWorkinPendletonCountyArea.aspxDivision of Natural Resources conservation officer Sgt. G.M. Willenborg recently was presented with the prestigious Silver Trout Award by Trout Unlimited’s Upper Ohio Valley Chapter #434 during an event in Flatwoods, West Virginia. He was recognized fo...Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:22:51 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginia'sStatewideSpringGobblerSeasonOpensApril27.aspxWest Virginia’s 2009 statewide spring wild turkey season opens on April 27 and runs through May 23, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources’ (DNR’s) Wildlife Resources Section. In addition,...Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:38:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Cacapon3-DArcheryRangeOpensfortheSeason.aspxThe new 3-D Archery Course at Cacapon State Park in Morgan County is now open for the 2009 season. The course, which was unveiled to the public in fall 2008, highlights a fresh recreational opportunity in West Virginia State Parks – shooting sports....Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:46:11 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/JohnLillyatHawksNestStateParkSaturday,April4.aspxJohn Lilly, award-winning songwriter, guitarist and singer, is performing in a dinner theater format at Hawks Nest State Park, Saturday April 4. “This is an evening for country music classics and traditional folk music,” says Willa Grafton, event coor...Thu, 02 Apr 2009 16:48:59 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AllAboardWVStateParkPromotionStretchesVacationBudget.aspxNo fooling, during the month of April, West Virginia State Park gift cards in the amount of $100 or more purchased online at www.wvstateparks.com or by telephone at (304) 558-2764 are worth a free train trip at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, accordin...Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:49:32 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekofMarch23-27,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of March 23, 2009Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:33:24 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekof9-13,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of March 9, 2009.Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:14:25 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MotherWitSpringNatureWritingatPipestemResortMay8-10.aspxA special weekend devoted to writing about nature will be conducted by singer, writer and performer Colleen Anderson of Mother Wit Writing and Design at Pipestem Resort State Park on May 8-10. The weekend is devoted to writing about nature and learning...Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:09:56 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRAnnouncesNewOnline,InteractiveTroutStreamMap.aspxTrout anglers now have a new interactive tool at their fingertips to help them locate a stream stocked with trout, according to West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Director Frank Jezioro. An avid trout angler himself, Jezioro says this program ...Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:40:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FourthAnnualWestVirginiaArcheryintheSchoolsProgram.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) will host its fourth annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program State Tournament at the Summersville National Guard Armory on March 28, 2009, according to DNR Director F...Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:53:35 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/18thWestVirginiaPublicEmployeesGolfTournament.aspxThe 18th Annual West Virginia Public Employees Golf Tournament is scheduled May 18th at Pipestem Resort State Park in Summers County. Pipestem serves as host to this tournament and welcomes federal, state, city, county and public education employees in...Tue, 10 Mar 2009 16:55:29 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DeerDonationTotalsfortheHuntersHelpingtheHungryProgram.aspxThe Division of Natural Resources (DNR) recently announced hunters donated 1,149 deer to the Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH) Program during the 2008 hunting season – very close to last season’s donation total (1,224). "Thanks to generous West Virgi...Mon, 09 Mar 2009 15:08:41 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekofMarch2-6,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of March 2, 2009.Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:37:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AntiqueAppraisalClinicreturnstoBlennerhassettMuseumApril25.aspxThe value of family heirlooms, antiques, books, paintings or other cherished items may be more than a treasured memory. The Antiques Appraisal Clinic at the Blennerhassett Museum in Parkersburg on Saturday, April 25, is an opportunity to find out “What...Tue, 03 Mar 2009 16:43:12 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/VolunteersNeededtoMakeBeechForkStateParkShinein2009Clean-upScheduledApril5.aspxVolunteers Needed to Make Beech Fork State Park Shine in 2009 Clean-up Scheduled April 5Beech Fork State Park friends and volunteers will “Make It Shine in 2009” on April 5 during the annual volunteer work day held each spring at this popular year-roun...Tue, 03 Mar 2009 16:47:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WildlifeDiversityDayattheCapitolMarch26.aspx“Everyone interested in learning about the rich diversity of West Virginia’s native wildlife and plants will want to be under the Capitol Dome in the Lower Rotunda on March 26 for our annual Wildlife Diversity Day,” according to West Virgin...Tue, 03 Mar 2009 10:16:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaDNRAnnouncesPublicMeetingstoDiscussProposedHunting,TrappingandFishingRegulations.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold 12 public meetings across the state in March to provide hunters, trappers, anglers, landowners and other interested parties an opportunity to review and comment on proposed 2009...Tue, 03 Mar 2009 10:24:44 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TimetoPutUpHummingbirdFeedersandaRecipeforNectar.aspxThe return of spring also means the return of the ruby-throated hummingbird to West Virginia and time to put up your hummingbird feeders, according to Rob Tallman of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Section. ...Tue, 03 Mar 2009 10:47:49 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekofFebruary23-27,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of February 23, 2009Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:43:56 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Women'sGet-a-wayWeekendatNorthBendStateParkMarch27-29.aspxA chance for a weekend of pampering and fun activities is planned for the Women's Getaway Weekend at North Bend State Park near Cairo in Ritchie County from March 27 -29. North Bend State Park is offering a package that is affordable and loaded with ...Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:00:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Quilting,KnittingandEmbroideringRetreatatNorthBendStateParkMarch22-26.aspxWith springtime weather approaching, take a few days to complete those textile projects and crafts in the peaceful atmosphere at North Bend State Park’s March Quilting, Knitting and Embroidering Retreat, March 22- 26. “Individuals wanting to learn ho...Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:05:19 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/StPatrick’sDayComesEarlytoW2estVirginiaStateParks.aspxWest Virginia State Parks are toasting St. Patrick’s Day a few days in advance with a variety of events and activities that are scheduled over the March 14th weekend, including dinner theaters, culinary classics, eagle watches, and a most appropriate g...Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:11:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/GuitarweekendfeaturesKessinger,ShaferandRitcheyatTwinFallsResortStateParkMarch27-29.aspxInternationally-recognized guitar players and instructors Robin Kessinger, Robert Shafer and Jim Ritchey are featured instructors for the 2009 Guitar Workshop Weekend at Twin Falls Resort State Park March 27-29. This special event weekend caters to gui...Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:16:55 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LabResultsConfirmWhite-noseSyndromeinWestVirginiaBats.aspxThe U.S. Geological Survey National Wildlife Health Laboratory in Madison, Wisconsin, has confirmed that bats from two Pendleton County caves submitted for testing by Division of Natural Resources wildlife biologists have the condition known as White-n...Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:03:41 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Scrap-bookingWorkshopofferedatTwinFallsStateParkMarch20-22.aspxPreserving cherished moments and memories by scrap-booking is ever popular and at Twin Falls Resort State Park, March 20-22 is a special weekend for anyone who wants to learn how to do it. The annual workshop teaches fun and easy ways to create a book ...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:07:46 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/StateParkCabinsOfferAffordableSpringVacationOptions.aspxWest Virginia state parks and forests cabins are already affordable options for vacation and getaway destinations, but 12 areas have put on their “getaway fun” hats and decided to take it a step further by knocking off an additional $100 on some weekly...Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:12:21 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekofFebruary17-20,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of February 17, 2009Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:15:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DivisionofNaturalResourcesDistrict3OfficeinUpshurCountyClosedDuetoPowerOutage.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources District 3 Office at French Creek in Upshur County is closed Friday, Feb. 13, because this week’s wind storms have knocked out all electricity and telephoneFri, 13 Feb 2009 14:26:24 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BatsFromWestVirginiaCavesBeingTestedForWhite-noseSyndrome.aspxBats from Pendleton County are being tested for a fungal disease known as white-nose syndrome (WNS), a condition that has killed thousands of cave bats in several species in the Northeast, according to Craig Stihler, wildlife biologist for the West Vir...Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:16:03 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2NaturalResourcesCommissionQuarterlyMeeting.aspx1 p.m., Sunday, February 15, 2009 Sutton/Flatwoods Days InnTue, 17 Feb 2009 13:58:05 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofFeb9-13,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of Feb. 9, 2009.Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:01:02 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/1ValentineOptionsatCanaanValleyResortFeb14Weekend.aspxDAVIS, W.Va. – This year the long Presidents’ Day weekend shares the calendar with Valentine’s Day, and to celebrate, Canaan Valley Resort State Park has Valentines options for those who want to ski and for those who want just a night away or a firesid...Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:06:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaStateParksSystemPreparesforIncreasedInterestinCampingin2009.aspxEven Frosty the Snowman knows that families are already planning when and where to go camping this year. “We see some winter camping, but come February 15, when campground reservation applications start to arrive by mail, we’ll have an ink...Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:44:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofFeb2-6,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of Feb. 2, 2009.Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:38:15 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRStaffReceiveAwardsfromWestVirginiaChapter.aspxThree staff members of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) were honored at the annual banquet of the West Virginia Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), held Jan. 10 in Flatwoods. Robert Cutright, who is...Thu, 05 Feb 2009 14:16:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/JointheGreatBackyardBirdCountatPipestemResortStatePark.aspxBird and nature fans throughout North America are invited to join thousands of everyday bird watchers for the 12th annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) at Pipestem Resort State Park in Summers County Feb. 13-16, 2009. And if you don’t know woodpeck...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:56:21 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/GiftBuyersMarketplaceEventatPipestemStateParkFeb9-11.aspxA trade show for gift and souvenir buyers is scheduled at Pipestem Resort State Park, Monday through Wednesday, Feb. 9-11. An annual tradition, the trade show brings vendors and gift shop buyers together under one roof for three days. This gift show is...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:00:30 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SpendGroundhogDaywithFrenchCreekFreddie.aspxSince 1978, French Creek Freddie, the state’s official weather prognosticating groundhog, has been the star of the show at the West Virginia State Wildlife Center at French Creek in Upshur County. On Monday, February 2, Freddie is poised to continue hi...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:49:10 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LillyMountaineersatHawksNestStatePark.aspxA bluegrass concert in a dinner theater format featuring Everett Lilly and the Lilly Mountaineers will be available on Saturday, Jan. 31, at Hawks Nest State Park. “If the Hunting and Fishing Show at the Charleston Civic Center or the Super Bowl aren’...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:53:00 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVBecominganOutdoors-WomanProgramSpringWorkshop.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announces that the spring Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop at Pipestem State Park will be April 17-19, 2009. Have you ever wanted to learn a new skill but have never had the op...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:58:00 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaTrappingSeasonforMinkandMuskratEndsFeb28.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) reminds trappers that the trapping season for mink and muskrat ends on Feb. 28, 2009. The trapping season for beaver will end on March 31, 2009. Beaver trappers are reminded that it ...Mon, 02 Feb 2009 09:01:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofJanuary19-23,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of January 19, 2009. Anderson Lake Chief Cornstalk Miletree Lake Rollins LakeFri, 23 Jan 2009 15:57:43 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CanaanValleyResorttoHostINYOURFACEAirboardingRace.aspxDavis, W.Va. – Canaan Valley Resort, in conjunction with Face Level Industries, will host West Virginia’s first ever Snow-Body Boarding Competition (Airboarding) on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at the ski area. The event is open to the public ...Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:40:56 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/PhotographyWorkshopatCassScenicRailroadScheduledforSeptember11-13.aspxCass Scenic Railroad State Park’s September photography workshop will feature national award winning photographer Clayton Spangler from Friday, Sept. 11, through Sunday, Sept. 13. Registration is underway now and with space limited to 25 participants, ...Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:44:24 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/I'msureyoufolkshaveabeenworkinghardtogeteverythingupdated,however,afewsitesontheSecretaryofStateWebSitehavebeenmissedOntheH.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources reminds trappers that the trapping season for fisher will end on January 31, 2009. This will be followed a month later, on February 28, 2009, by the closing of hunting and trapping seasons f...Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:58:46 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaHuntersHarvestRecord2,064BlackBearsin2008.aspxWest Virginia hunters harvested a record 2,064 black bears during the combined 2008 archery and firearms seasons, according to Chris Ryan, Black Bear Project Leader for the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. The preliminary harvest data for t...Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:04:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SweetheartPackagesandValentine’sDayeventsplanned.aspxWhen Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday, as it does this year, it provides an opportunity for a whole weekend to say “Be my Valentine” with dinner, a play, a dance or a romantic getaway at a West Virginia state park lodge or cabin. Special “Sweetheart...Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:09:43 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginianativecomeshometoplay.aspxAcoustic soloist Timothy Seaman blends music styles unlike any other. His Jan. 24 dinner theater performance at Hawks Nest will feature dulcimer, psaltery and flute as a native son entertains in a Celtic and folk theme. Seaman is also a vocalist and pl...Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:14:58 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRPhysicallyChallengedAdvisoryBoardmeetingFeb10.aspxThe Physically Challenged Advisory Board of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will meet February 10 at 3 p.m. at the WVDNR Law Enforcement Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:40:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofJanuary12-16,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of January 12, 2009.Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:09:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaDivisionofNaturalResourcestoParticipateintheWestVirginiaHuntingandFishingShowJanuary30-February1.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunters and anglers to attend the 2009 West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show sponsored by the West Virginia Trophy Hunters Association, according to DNR Director Frank Jezioro. This yea...Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:54:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TrainingforArcheryintheSchoolsProgramtobeheldatNorthBendStateParkonMarch3and4;.aspxThe Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) will host an Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program training on March 3 and 4, 2009, at North Bend State Park in Cairo (Ritchie County), W.Va., according to Jerry W...Tue, 13 Jan 2009 07:52:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/estVirginiaHuntersHarvest162,371Deerin2008.aspxPreliminary counts of game checking tags indicate West Virginia hunters harvested a total of 162,371 white-tailed deer during the recently completed bucks-only, antlerless, muzzleloader, bow and youth/Class Q deer seasons, according to Div...Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:55:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofJanuary5-9,2009.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of January 5, 2009.Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:57:24 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FiveAdditionalDeerTestPositiveforChron2icWastingDisease.aspxPreliminary test results indicate the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) agent was present in five hunter-harvested deer collected in Hampshire County during the 2008 deer firearms hunting season. “As part of our agency’s ongoing ...Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:41:29 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2008WestVirginiaFallTurkeyHarvestDown.aspxPreliminary figures for the 2008 fall turkey hunting season indicate that 1,128 birds were harvested this fall. This represents a 25 percent decline from last year’s fall harvest of 1,511. The largest harvest declines were reported in the...Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:06:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TheTwelveWreathsofChristmasatHawksNestStatePark.aspxAnsted, W.Va. – Take part in a holiday scavenger hunt while learning about evergreens, conifers and pines at Hawks Nest State Park through Jan. 1 by searching for the “Twelve Wreaths of Christmas.” Guests to Hawks Nest Lodge may pick up a “Twelve Wreat...Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:12:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DeerHuntersinWestVirginiaHarvest66,851Bucksin2008.aspxPreliminary data collected from game checking stations across the state indicate deer hunters in West Virginia harvested 66,851 bucks during the two-week buck season, which ran from November 24 through December 6, according to Frank Jezioro...Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:51:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginia’sMuzzleloaderDeerSeasonOpensDecember15.aspxWest Virginia’s six-day muzzleloader deer season opens December 15 and continues through December 20, 2008, in all counties open to firearm hunting for deer, according to Curtis Taylor, Chief of the Wildlife Resources Section of the Division of Natural...Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:15:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/4thAnnualWinterEagleSurveyatPipestemStateParkJan3.aspxLook to the skies on Jan. 3 in the Pipestem area, and chances are good you’ll see eagles. Participants in the 4th annual Winter Eagle Survey will become valued “observers,” says Jim Phillips, Pipestem Resort State Park Naturalist. “Attend...Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:45:35 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BringintheNewYearatWestVirginiaStateParks.aspxWest Virginia State Parks will welcome in 2009 with dinners, parties, dances, or just some quiet time, depending upon how you want to greet the New Year. Reservations are required for most events, so it’s not too early to start making your year-end pla...Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:53:19 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TrackingandWoodsLoreWorkshopReturnstoTwinFallsJan16-18.aspxStep back in time, when American Indians and European Americans lived closer to nature. Tracking and Woods Lore workshop and weekend is scheduled for January 16-18, 2009, at Twin Falls Resort State Park near Mullens in Wyoming County. The focus of the ...Mon, 08 Dec 2008 14:09:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FREESkiingatCanaanValleyResortStateParkDec11.aspxDavis, W.Va. – Canaan Valley Resort in Davis, West Virginia, celebrates 37 years of skiing with free opening day skiing on Thursday, Dec. 11, from noon to 4:30 p.m. Enjoy the convenience of rentals onsite with $20 ski and $30 snowboard rentals or bring...Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:39:47 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WildFoodsExpertEdeleneWoodatPipestemStateParkNov28.aspxIf you’re still thinking about food the day after Thanksgiving, wild foods expert Edelene Wood has some suggestions that she’ll share during a special event at Pipestem Resort State Park in Summers County. Wood will be a featured speaker at Pipestem No...Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:42:22 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVUANDMARSHALLRECRUITFIRSTTWOEMINENTSCHOLARS.aspxCHARLESTON, W.Va. - Gov. Joe Manchin today announced that West Virginia University (WVU) and Marshall University have landed world-class cancer and gene repair researchers as their first hires through the state’s Eminent Scholars Recruitment and Enhanc...Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:49:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/OutdoorYouthChallengeWinnersatNationalHuntingandFishingDaysCelebration.aspxWinners have been announced for the Outdoor Youth Challenge held during West Virginia’s Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Days Sept. 27 and 28 at Stonewall Resort State Park, according to Shawn Head of the Wildlife Resources Section of the We...Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:12:55 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AdditionalDeer(RGRRG)StampMustBePurchasedBeforeNovember24BuckSeasonOpening.aspxHunters are reminded that the additional deer gun stamp (Class RG Resident Gun or RRG Nonresident Gun) for taking an additional deer during the buck season must be purchased prior to November 24, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the Wildlife Res...Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:17:35 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2008WestVirginiaBuckSeasonFactSheet.aspx• The West Virginia buck season is November 24 – December 6. It is open in all counties except Logan, Mingo, McDowell and Wyoming. • Approximately 320,000 licensed hunters will be in West Virginia’s woods during this season. • ...Fri, 14 Nov 2008 08:09:06 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaStateParksGiftCardsIncludeSomethingExtraForNovemberandDecember9.aspxWest Virginia State Park Gift Cards purchased online or by telephone in November or December will have 12 “Something Extra” cards included for each $100 dollars purchased, according to West Virginia State Parks Chief Ken Caplinger. These Something Extr...Fri, 07 Nov 2008 09:37:05 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SpecialAreasAccessibletoPhysicallyChallengedHuntersWithClassQQQPermit.aspxPhysically challenged hunters possessing a Class Q/QQ hunting permit may hunt on designated roads throughout the Monongahela National Forest, portions of the George Washington/Jefferson National Forest, and on certain state-owned Wildlife Management Ar...Mon, 03 Nov 2008 16:58:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRSeeksPaintingsfor2010WildlifeCalendar,SilverAnniversaryEdition.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section is requesting original wildlife art and related outdoor scenes for the 2010 edition of the award-winning DNR Wildlife Calendar, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the Wildl...Mon, 03 Nov 2008 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CacaponRiverAccessTemporarilyClosed.aspxBeginning November 3, 2008, the fishing and boating public access located on the Cacapon River at the State Route 127 bridge near Forks of Cacapon will be temporarily closed, according to Bret Preston, Assistant Chief, Wildlife Resources Section, WFri, 31 Oct 2008 16:55:03 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NorthBendStateParkOffersManyPark-with-a-PackageOptions.aspxNorth Bend State Park is becoming “the state park-with-a-package.” Like many of West Virginia’s state parks, this family-style park makes an event of overnight stays incorporating an outdoor focus. “There is a little something at North Bend...Thu, 30 Oct 2008 15:07:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVaStateParksSystemRecognizesVeteransinNovember.aspxWest Virginia State Parks and Forests recognize veterans and their service to our country and state. As is traditional with Veteran’s Day approaching, rate reductions are in effect for lodge and cabin rentals from November 3 through 17 for active milit...Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:08:02 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NaturalResourcesCommissionQuarterlyMeeting2.aspxThe next quarterly meeting of the Natural Resources Commission is scheduled for Sunday, November 2, 2008, beginning at 1 p.m. at Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke, W.Va. (Lewis County). The public is invited to attend and make comments. Items on t...Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:45:21 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BeyondtheBackyardProgramPurchasesNewScoringSystemfortheDNRArcheryintheSchoolsProgram.aspxBeyond the Backyard, a Bobby Warner Charitable Youth Foundation based in Charleston, recently made a $1,500 donation to the Division of Natural Resources (DNR) to purchase a state-of-the-art scoring system for DNR’s Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program...Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:48:59 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRAcceptingApplicationsforCooperativeResearchandEducationManagementGrantsProgram.aspxThe Wildlife Resources Section (WRS) of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for grants that support research, conservation or education projects, according to WRS Chief Curtis I. Taylor. “These projects are d...Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:52:30 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ExpansionoftheSandHillWildlifeManagementAreainWoodand.aspxAn additional 1,020 acres have been added to the Sand Hill Wildlife Management Area, according to West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) Director Frank Jezioro. Heirs of the Dennis O’Brien Estate agreed to lease the acreage to the Wood Cou...Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:11:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Hunters,Churches,andthePublicCanHelpSupporttheHuntersHelpingtheHungryProgram.aspxThe Division of Natural Resources (DNR) extends an invitation to all West Virginia hunters, churches, and the general public to help support DNR’s charitable Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH) Program, according to DNR’s HHH Program Coordinator Jerry Wes...Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:10:09 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofOctober13,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of October 13, 2008. Anthony Creek Big Clear Creek Blackwater River Brandywine Lake Buckhannon River Buffalo Fork Lake Clear Fork of Guy (Catch & Release) Coopers Rock Lake Cranber...Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:04:31 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNR’sFallTroutStockingOctober14-24.aspxFor many anglers, the end of the spring trout stocking season in late May marks the end of their trout fishing for the year. Smart anglers, however, know that the cool weeks of October provide an equally rewarding opportunity to catch a trophy trout. ...Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:22:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BirdStrikeatTuckerCountyHighSchoolonSeptember29.aspxEarly on the morning of September 29, 2008, a large bird kill at the Tucker County High School near Hambleton, West Virginia, was reported to Division of Natural Resources personnel. DNR Wildlife Resources Section (WRS) biologists, along w...Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:30:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LillyMountaineersPickin’atHawksNestStateParkNovember1.aspxBluegrass at its best comes to Hawks Nest State Park with the Lilly Mountaineers on November 1 in a dinner theater format. This special event is the first of many dinner theaters scheduled at Hawks Nest now through May 2009. Everett Lilly ...Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:53:44 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/VenisonisanExcellentLow-FatAlternativetoBeef.aspxWest Virginia deer hunters gain more than a freezer filled with an ample amount of venison (deer) after each season. Those concerned with healthier choices in their diet have gained a supply of low-fat meat compared to beef. “Venison is a healthful cho...Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:41:34 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/October17DeadlineApproachesforPurchasing.aspxWest Virginia resident and nonresident archery deer hunters have until October 17 to purchase their additional deer bow hunting license(s), according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Sect...Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:47:16 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FallFunatWestVirginiaStateParksOctober10-12.aspxA Heron Fest, a Civil War battle, a mansion on an island lit by candles, Irish Road Bowling, a 10-mile hike and a woodsman competition complete with bluegrass music are scheduled at West Virginia state parks the weekend of October 10-12. O...Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:23:29 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/26thAnnualLumberjackin’Bluegrassin’JamboreeTwinFallsResortStateParkOct10-12.aspxThe colorful brilliance of southern West Virginia deciduous forests provides the backdrop of the 26th Annual Lumberjackin’ Bluegrassin’ Jamboree at Twin Falls Resort State Park October 11-12. A family-oriented event, the Jamboree features a woodsman’s ...Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:46:02 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CacaponResort3-DArcheryShootingRangeOpen.aspxCacapon Resort has gone 3-D. Archery shooting that is, and it’s the newest addition to outdoor sport activities in the West Virginia state park system. The course features 15 - 21 targets made of foam and plastic replicating wildlife game...Fri, 03 Oct 2008 09:35:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginia’sSmallGameHuntingandTrappingSeasonsOpeninOctoberandNovember.aspxHunting for small game in West Virginia will begin October 11, 2008, with the opening of squirrel season. “Squirrel season is very popular with many West Virginia sportsmen. It is a time when hunters can participate in one of their favorite sports and...Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:10:06 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SightinginYourFirearm2.aspxThe fall hunting season is just a few weeks away, and now is a great time for hunters to sight in their firearms to be sure they are on target when they go afield, according to Paul Johansen, Assistant Chief of Game Management of the West...Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:05:41 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HarvestDayisSeptember27atCassScenicRailroadStatePark.aspxCass Scenic Railroad State Park will be hosting Harvest Day on Saturday, September 27. “This is a great family event full of old fashioned fun, live entertainment, and fall colors, capped with a special evening dinner train to Whittaker Station, “accor...Tue, 16 Sep 2008 08:43:59 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MasterArcherByronFergusonReturnstoStonewallResortStatePark.aspxRoanoke, W.Va. – Master archer Byron Ferguson will return as part of the 2008 line-up during West Virginia’s Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Days at Stonewall Resort State Park September 27 and 28. The event, which draws nearly 20,000 outdo...Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:58:07 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TwoUpshurCountyMenSentenceforIllegalDeerKill.aspxTwo Upshur County men have pleaded guilty to all charges of spotlighting and killing a trophy buck deer during the early morning hours of August 15, 2008. The charges were filed as the result of an investigation by Division of Natural Res...Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:07:07 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/StateTreeNurseryNowAcceptingOrders.aspxCHARLESTON, W.Va. – Division of Forestry officials are accepting orders for bare root tree seedlings at the forest tree nursery in West Columbia, W.Va. Clements State Tree Nursery grows and sells both deciduous and conifer seedlings that landowners ...Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:00:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/StateTreeNurseryHoldingAnnualSeedPurchase.aspxClements State Tree Nursery in West Columbia is once again purchasing seed from in-state seed collectors. Nursery personnel are specifically interested in seed from hickory, tulip poplar, butternut, Chinese chestnut and various oak trees. Superi...Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:20:12 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/winFallsStateParkLodge$748MillionExpansionBeginsSept15.aspxGuests of the lodge at Twin Falls Resort State Park will soon be able to enjoy expanded and improved facilities, according to Park Supt. Scott Durham. Beginning September 15, work will begin on the expansion of the 20-room lodge to more than double the...Thu, 11 Sep 2008 09:12:20 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HawksNestStateParkBasketWeavingClassesSeptember13and14.aspxThe art of basket weaving will be taught during a class by Alan Miller and Martha and Kelly McCourt at Hawks Nest State Park on September 13 and 14. Hawks Nest continues to add artisan programs to its already world-class scenic view attraction and popu...Mon, 08 Sep 2008 14:40:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ConservationOfficersChargeFiveWyomingandSummers.aspxTwo men and one woman have been arrested on 192 charges of violations dealing with illegal harvesting and sale of ginseng and two Summers County individuals have been arrested on similar charges, according to Division of Natural Resources Law Enforceme...Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:44:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginia’sCelebrationofNationalHuntingandFishingDays.aspxSubstantial changes that will allow more participation will be made this year to the format of the very popular Outdoor Youth Challenge, part of West Virginia’s Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Days, scheduled for September 27 and 28 at Ston...Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:38:30 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ToyotatoSponsorWVaBigBuckDisplayWVaBigBuckContest.aspx“The Division of Natural Resources (DNR) will partner with Toyota to promote the West Virginia Big Buck Display and West Virginia Big Buck Contest,” according to DNR Director Frank Jezioro. “The DNR is very excited about this partnership because it gi...Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:55:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DiscountsMakeSeptemberStateParksGetawaysMoreAffordable.aspxCamping, cabin getaways, and special events at West Virginia’s State Parks are even more affordable in September as parks anticipate autumn coloration. “Fall foliage attracts visitors from all points of the country,” says Ken Caplinger, ...Thu, 28 Aug 2008 09:23:05 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TrappersandHuntersMustTagFurbearers.aspxTrappers harvesting beaver and fisher are reminded they must present the whole animal or pelt to a game checking station or Division of Natural Resources representative within 30 days after the close of the respective season. A tag provided by the che...Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:55:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SaleofLiveFoxesPermittedinWestVirginia.aspxWest Virginia trappers will be allowed to sell live foxes to hound coursing pens in West Virginia during the 2008-2009 trapping season, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section. ...Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:00:09 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BeechForkHeronFestSetforOctober11atBeechForkStatePark.aspxHeron Fest is a family-fun day at West Virginia’s largest campground, Beech Fork State Park in Wayne County. Scheduled for October 11, the day includes the magic and balloon artistry of Garry Boothe, campfire ghost stories, “Chillers and Thrillers” wit...Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:27:41 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BuckhannonRiverPublicFishingandBoatingAccessSiteOpened.aspxThe Division of Natural Resources has completed construction of a new public fishing and boating access site on the Buckhannon River in Upshur County, according to Frank Jezioro, Director. Development of the site was accomplished through a joint effor...Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:51:58 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CarShowandCarolinaBeachMusicatPipestemResortforOldiesRock‘n’RollWeekend,August23.aspxCombine rock ‘n roll music with street rods, bikes and antique cars and it is Pipestem Resort State Park’s pre-autumn Oldies Rock ‘n Roll Weekend August 23. The day is two-fold with the car show during the day and the evening amphitheater show featurin...Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:39:29 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TwoUpshurCountyMenCitedforIllegalDeerKill.aspxAn investigation by a Division of Natural Resources conservation officer and Upshur County sheriff’s deputies has resulted in citations being issued to two Upshur County men for a number of wildlife law violations involving the illegal killing of a dee...Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:58:29 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HawksNestandBlackwaterFallsStateParksLodgesToGoSmokeFreein2009.aspxHawks Nest and Blackwater Falls state park lodges will offer only non-smoking rooms in early 2009. Chief Logan Lodge, between Logan and Chapmanville, opened as a smoke-free facility in 2006, unaware it was a leader in this nationwide trend. Tygart Lake...Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:10:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ChangestoOutdoorYouthChallengeat1.aspxSubstantial changes that will allow more participation will be made this year to the format of the very popular Outdoor Youth Challenge, part of West Virginia’s Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Days, scheduled for September 27 and 28 at Ston...Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:57:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/2008SeasonDatesEstablishedforMourningDove,Woodcock,SnipeandRail.aspxWest Virginia’s 2008 hunting season dates and bag limits for mourning dove, woodcock, common snipe and sora and Virginia rails have been set, according to the Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. These seasons ...Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:01:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/InvasiveAlgaeDidymoConfirmedinTwoMoreStreams.aspxThe invasive algae known as Didymo has been found in lower Glady Fork north of Alpena, and in Gandy Creek near Whitmer, according to Mike Shingleton, Assistant Chief, West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Section. After a new...Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:06:32 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CountryMusicSingerBillyPaynetoPerformatPipestemAmphitheaterAugust16.aspxBilly Payne continues to make progress on the national country music scene. A native of Kincaid, Fayette County, Payne brings home-grown talent to the amphitheater at Pipestem Resort State Park this weekend. “He is a rising country music s...Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:33:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRSeeksProposalstoImproveCanaanValleyResortStatePark1.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is seeking proposals on the redevelopment and operation of Canaan Valley Resort State Park, according to WVDNR Director Frank Jezioro. "DNR believes that certain facilities would benefit from replacem...Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:39:16 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ApplicationsAcceptedforMcClinticWMADuckBlindsThroughSeptember5.aspxWaterfowl hunters who wish to hunt from a blind in the controlled waterfowl hunting zone of McClintic Wildlife Management Area (WMA), located near Point Pleasant, must submit their applications by September 5, 2008, according to David McClung, Wildlife...Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:35:19 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CanadaGooseSeasonOpensSeptember1.aspxWest Virginia’s 2008-09 waterfowl seasons will begin statewide on September 1, 2008, with the opening of the early Canada goose season, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the Division of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Section. The early s...Mon, 18 Aug 2008 08:47:01 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CacaponResortOffersaVarietyofFootMadnessJuly26.aspxA 5-K Walk, Irish Road Bowling and Square dancing are an unlikely trio of activities to mix together, but Cacapon Resort State Park is doing just that: a walk, a bowl and a dance on July 26. “It’s a full day of what some may consider unusual events” sa...Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:49:28 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRPhysicallyChallengedAdvisoryBoardtoMeetatCabela’sinTriadelphia.aspxThe next regular meeting of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Physically Challenged Advisory Board (PCAB) is scheduled for Wednesday, August 6, at 1 p.m. at the Cabela’s store at 1 Cabela Drive in Triadelphia, West Virginia. Items to be d...Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:51:09 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/RickKandtheAllnightersatPipestemResortStateParkAmphitheaterJuly26.aspxPerforming a blend of rock n’ roll oldies, country and pop, Rick K and the Allnighters Band are performing at Pipestem Resort on July 26, one of the state park’s wide range of amphitheater performances this summer. The evening includes sho...Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:48:21 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/PipestemStateParkAmphitheaterPresentsTheGreenesGospelGroupJuly12.aspxThe family gospel group, The Greenes, will be performing at Pipestem Resort Amphitheater July 12. The Greenes emerged from North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains region in 1978, comprised of brothers Tim and Tony, and TaRanda Kiser. New Hope Road Gospel...Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:29:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ApplicationsBeingAcceptedfortheStonewallResortStatePark.aspxApplications being accepted for the controlled deer hunt scheduled for November 17, 18 and 19, 2008, at Stonewall Resort State Park, located in Lewis County near Weston. Monitoring of the deer population and consequent surveys conducted b...Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:53:46 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HawksNestStateParkWillSpinonAugust302008.aspxAnn Peacock Craven will teach a Drop Spindle Spinning class at Hawks Nest State Park on August 30, as Hawks Nest continues to add art and craft programs to its already world-class scenic view attraction. The class is limited to 10 individuals and is of...Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:08:18 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ForkCreekWildlifeManagementAreaCloses.aspxFork Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA), located near Nellis in Boone County, West Virginia, will close on July 31, 2008, according to Curtis I. Taylor , chief of the Wildlife Resources Section of the Division of Natural Resources. The area was initi...Mon, 07 Jul 2008 16:33:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TrainingforArcheryintheSchoolsProgramtobeheld.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section will host an Archery in the Schools (AIS) Program training on August 12 and 13 at the Summersville Armory in Summersville, West Virginia, according to Jerry Westfall, Program Co...Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:39:16 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WANTEDOwnersofWestVirginiaBigBucks.aspxThe West Virginia Wildlife Federation and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources are seeking hunters who own and are willing to display trophy white-tailed bucks that were legally taken in West Virginia with either bow or gun and have a Pope &...Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:43:32 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ApplicationsAvailablefor2008LimitedPermitAreas.aspxApplications for the 2008 Antlerless Deer Season are now available at all West Virginia hunting and fishing license agents, Division of Natural Resources (DNR) District Offices, Elkins Operations Center and Charleston Headquarters, according to Curtis ...Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:48:20 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/InvasiveAlgaeConfirmedinElkRiver.aspxThe invasive algae known as Didymo have been found in the Elk River in the Webster Springs area, according to Bret Preston, Assistant Chief, West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section. Following reports from anglers that he...Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:21:51 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NaturalResourcesCommissionQuarterlyMeeting.aspxThe next quarterly meeting of the Natural Resources Commission is scheduled for Sunday, August 17, 2008, beginning at 1 p.m. at Cabela’s West Virginia Retail Store in Tridelphia. The public is invited to attend and make comments. Items on the agenda in...Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:42:42 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRJuly4thBoatingSafetyTips.aspxCharleston W.Va – The July 4th weekend is traditionally one of the busiest boating weekends of the year. It can also mark a big weekend for accidents. Accident risks multiply at busy times such as July 4th weekend, when recreational boating increases o...Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:52:55 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/StateParksSquareDancingwithLouMaiuri.aspxIf you have attended a traditional square dance in West Virginia, the odds are that you have seen Lou Maiuri in action. He welcomes beginners and experts to dance. He lines out the dance in simple terms. He puts on “a little traveling music” and,...Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:52:00 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LeppLeapsintosummeratWestVirginiaStateParksItsnolie.aspx“He’s a liar,” some claim, but in West Virginia and at West Virginia State Parks and Forests, he is known as Bil Lepp and he is performing July 3rd at Blackwater Falls and July 5th at Watoga state parks as a comedic storyteller and humorist liar. ...Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:58:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CountrrDarnellMillerPerformingatyMusicSinge.aspxDarnell Miller is a veteran of country music and is scheduled to perform at Pipestem Resort State Park Saturday, June 28. Spanning a singing career from the late 1950s through today, Miller brings traditional country sounds to the amphitheater stage....Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:03:19 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/VisittheBlennerhassettMuseumofRegionalHistory.aspxBlennerhassett Island Historical State Park near Parkersburg is located on the largest of several islands on the Ohio River. It is home to the reconstructed mansion of Harman and Margaret Blennerhassett – island residents in the 19th century and the p...Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:31:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/OntheWingsofaMonarchButterflyProgram.aspx“On the Wings of the Monarch,” a special program dedicated to the monarch butterfly, is scheduled at Blackwater Falls at 7 p.m. June 24. The activity begins at the park’s nature center and concludes with an evening hike to see habitat o...Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:59:42 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRWildlifeResourcesSectionFilesLegislativeRulesforReview.aspxThe 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 r...Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:17:44 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRSeniorPlannerSteveBrownIsRecognized.aspxWest Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) Senior Planner Steve Brown recently received the Silver Trout Award from the West Virginia Council of Trout Unlimited (TU) for his work in leading and expanding water restoration efforts in the state. ...Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:24:27 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ChillersandThrillersarepartofspecialsummerprograms.aspxAlthough his name sounds like a county music singer’s, David Allen Stover is not. However, audience reaction to his stories and tales at evening campfires include standing ovations and shrieks of delight nonetheless. Stover, also known as “Bugs,” is p...Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:41:14 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NewlyrenovatedswimmingpoolopenatBerwindLakeWMA.aspxBerwind Wildlife Management Area, tucked away in the terrain of McDowell County, has a newly-renovated swimming pool now open. This recreational area is popular with area residents and guests are invited to cool off here all summer.Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:49:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FrenchandIndianWar250thCommemorativeYear.aspxCherokee war gangs that traveled the Ohio River War Road, terrorizing the French and their allied American Indians, return Sunday, June 29, to make history come alive at Blennerhassett Island State Park near Parkersburg in Wood County. Thi...Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:59:04 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaStateParksPresentsSpecialSummerProgramsin2008.aspxAdd some free entertainment to your West Virginia State Parks visits this summer. Special programs are scheduled at various park and forest locations in addition to weekly activities organized and conducted by naturalists and programmers at...Wed, 11 Jun 2008 17:00:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CelebrateWestVirginiaDayJune20ataStatePark.aspxWest Virginia Day, June 20, brings a variety of special programs to West Virginia State Parks and Forests. To celebrate the Mountain State’s birthday, these programs are open to the public and free of charge.Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:25:29 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaDayisaSplashatStateParksandForests.aspxGov. Joe Manchin invites state citizens and visitors to celebrate West Virginia Day with a splash. On Friday, June 20, the state is offering free swimming at outdoor pools and designated swimming areas in West Virginia state parks.Thu, 05 Jun 2008 11:23:55 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaFreeFishingWeekendJune7-8CapsNationalFishingAndBoatingWeek.aspxNational Fishing and Boating Week 2008 will be highlighted by the 19th annual Free Fishing Weekend on June 7 and 8, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR). During these two days, residents and non...Thu, 05 Jun 2008 17:50:42 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WVDNRConductsCatchableChannelCatfishStockings.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources recently completed stocking of more than 2,600 catchable-size channel catfish, according to DNR Director Frank Jezioro. Stockings were conducted at 13 lakes throughout the state. Lakes stocked were: Be...Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:07:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/EveningCruisesAndSpecialEveningEventsAtBlennerhassettIslandHistoricalStatePark.aspxVisitors to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park near Parkersburg in Wood County typically arrive during the daytime hours throughout the summer, but there are special evening cruises scheduled as well, according to Donna Smith, Park Superintend...Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:10:44 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/KumbrabowStateForestofferssummercabinandcampgrounddiscounts.aspxVisitors to Kumbrabow State Forest in Randolph County are being offered cabin and campground discounts this summer to help defray the high cost of travel, according to Park Supt. Stephanie Bailey. During the summer season, cabins may be rented for a...Fri, 30 May 2008 19:07:16 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofMay19–23,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of May 19, 2008: Anawalt Lake Anthony Creek Back Fork of Elk (catch & release) Big Sandy Creek Blackwater River Brandywine Lake Brushy Fork Lake Bullskin Run Burnsville Tailwaters Cacapon Park Lake...Fri, 23 May 2008 17:14:18 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SwimmingFacilitiesOpeningatWVaStateParksMay30.aspxSwimming facilities in many West Virginia state parks will open to the public on Saturday, May 24, marking what many consider the official beginning of the summer season. "From traditional swimming pools nestled in the beauty of a park setting such a...Fri, 23 May 2008 08:35:31 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FreeMemorialDayEventsatNorthBendandBeechForkStateParks.aspxThe traditional commemoration of Memorial Day is May 30, but Memorial Day Weekend will be celebrated this weekend, May 23-26, by families, friends and reunions at the picnic tables and swimming pools of West Virginia state parks and across the state.Wed, 21 May 2008 08:18:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRtoHostFifthAnnualWomenintheOutdoorsEventJuly26atKanawhaStateForest.aspxIt’s time to register for the fifth annual Women in the Outdoors Event to be held at Kanawha State Forest on July 26, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. "The focus of the event is to provide women ...Mon, 19 May 2008 16:53:33 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TakeaHikeinWestVirginiaStateParksonNationalTrailsDayJune7.aspxNational Trails Day events are scheduled at West Virginia State Parks, Saturday, June 7. National Trails Day is sponsored by the American Hiking Society. Its purpose is to promote hiking trails throughout the nation by encouraging anyone to get outsid...Mon, 19 May 2008 16:57:17 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofMay12-162008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of May 12, 2008: Horseshoe Run Mill Creek of South Branch North Fork of Cherry River North Fork South Branch Panther Creek R.D. Bailey Tailwaters Red Creek Shavers Fork (upper) South Branch (Frankli...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:01:11 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BiketheParkDayatChiefLoganStateParkMay17.aspxA “Bike the Park Day” is scheduled May 17 at Chief Logan State Park,. “Chief Logan has some fantastic trails and a great variety for some excellent riding,” according to Trish Clay, event spokeswoman. Bikers should meet at 10 a.m. at the locomotive ne...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:04:18 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NewStateRecordBlueCatfishandSkipjack.aspxTwo state record fish were caught on May 5, 2008, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the Division of Natural Resources. A state record blue catfish was caught by Chad Bright of Henderson in Mason County. He caught the 36.85-inch, 27.2-pound fish...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:07:25 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofMay5-9,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of May 5, 2008: Anthony Creek Back Fork of Elk River Beech Fork Tailwaters Berwind Lake Big Sandy Creek Blackwater River Blaney Hollow & Morgan Run Boley Lake Brandywine Lake Brushy Fork Lake Bu...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:11:27 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TrainingForArcheryInTheSchoolsProgramToBeHeldAtCheatLakeJuly8And9.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section will be hosting its next training for the Archery in the Schools Program on July 8 - 9, 2008, at the Sportsman’s Refuge at Cheat Lake near Morgantown, according to Jerry Westfal...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:14:25 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/Governor’SOne-ShotHuntContributesThousandsToTheHuntersHelpingTheHungryProgram.aspxThe West Virginia Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH) Program was recently presented a check for $17,000 from the Governor’s One-Shot Whitetail Hunt and Banquet, held December 2-3, 2007, with Stonewall Resort State Park serving as the home base, according...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:18:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CanaanValleyResortCelebrates40YearsofGolfMay31EventforAmericanCancerSociety.aspxGolfers can enjoy a two-for-one day on the links at Canaan Valley Resort for the 40th anniversary celebration of the resort state park’s golf course Saturday, May 31. In addition to playing the nationally recognized Geoffrey Cornish-designed course, p...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:28:37 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ElevenDeerTestPositiveforChronicWastingDiseaseDuringSpringCollectionsinHampshireCounty,WestVirginia.aspxTest results have detected the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) agent in a total of 11 white-tailed deer collected during the 2008 spring collections in Hampshire County, West Virginia, according to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR). A...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:31:53 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaMuzzleloadersAssociationtoHostHuntersHelpingtheHungryBenefitShootMay17.aspxThe West Virginia Muzzleloaders Association will host a benefit muzzleloader shoot near Beverly, Randolph County on Saturday, May 17, to benefit the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources’ Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH) Program, according to Ass...Mon, 19 May 2008 17:34:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaTeamsToCompeteIn2008NationalArcheryTournamentMay10InLouisville,Kentucky.aspxSeveral West Virginia public school teams will compete in the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) 2008 National Archery Tournament on May 10, 2008, in the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Teams from Cabell-Midland High Sc...Thu, 15 May 2008 18:06:10 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SteamAndDieselTitansOfTheMountainReturnToSpruceDuringCassRailfanWeekendMay16-18.aspxRailroad fans from across the nation will gather at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park May 16 - 18 for the 2008 Cass Railfan Weekend, three days of historic railroading fun with steam and diesel engines. This year’s main event will feature the re-creation...Thu, 15 May 2008 18:11:33 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheweekofApril28–May2,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of April 28, 2008: Bear Rocks Lake Blackwater River Buckhannon River Buffalo Creek Buffalo Fork Lake Bullskin Run Cacapon Park Lake Camp Creek Castleman Run Lake Clear Fork of Guy Conaway Run La...Tue, 20 May 2008 17:14:14 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/KenCaplingerNamedWVDNRParksAndRecreationSectionChief.aspxKen Caplinger has been named Chief of the Parks and Recreation Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, according to WVDNR Director Frank Jezioro. Caplinger, 51, has been with the State Parks System for nearly 30 years and has served...Fri, 16 May 2008 18:32:21 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/17thAnnualPublicEmployeesGolfTournamentPipestemResortStateParkMay192008.aspxThe 17th Annual West Virginia Public Employees Golf Tournament is scheduled for May 19th at Pipestem Resort State Park in Summers County. Pipestem serves as host to this tournament and welcomes state, city, county and public education employees in acti...Thu, 01 May 2008 16:47:29 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HaircutsForFourBitsScheduledAtCassScenicRailroadMay10.aspxOn May 10, Lefty Meeks will celebrate his 60 years as the barber in Cass by giving 50 cent hair cuts, the same price he charged when he started barbering in 1948. Meanwhile, his family will offer hamburgers, hot dogs and soft drinks as a warm-up to the...Fri, 16 May 2008 17:28:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LeaveYoungWildlifeAlone.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources reminds people to "leave young wildlife alone." It's the time of year when the woods and fields of West Virginia abound with new life. If you are involved in outdoor recreation activities, do your part t...Sat, 17 May 2008 20:30:15 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BlacksmithingDemonstrationOfPre-CivilWarEraCurtainRodsAtCarnifexFerryBattlefieldStateParkApril26.aspxGunsmith and blacksmith Clarence Craigo and his wife, Dora, will be at the historic Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park and the site of the Patterson House Museum Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., demonstrating the art of blacksmithing circa...Sun, 27 Apr 2008 15:01:21 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedtheWeekofApril21-25-2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of April 21, 2008 Big Sandy Creek Brandywine Lake Brushy Fork Lake Coopers Rock Lake ...Wed, 14 May 2008 19:50:07 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NaturalResourcesCommissionQuarterlyMeeting1PM,Sunday,May4,2008StonewallResortStatePark,Roanoke,WestVirginia.aspxThe next quarterly meeting of the Natural Resources Commission is scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2008, beginning at 1 p.m. at Stonewall Resort State Park in Lewis County. The public is invited to attend and make comments. Items on the agenda include...Wed, 14 May 2008 19:50:00 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HelpStopWildTurkeyPoachingInWestVirginia1-800-Net-GameHotline.aspxThe 2008 West Virginia spring gobbler turkey season runs from April 28 through May 24, and shooting hours are between one-half hour before sunrise to 1 p.m. Unfortunately, some people try to get an early start on the season or take a bird outside the l...Sat, 17 May 2008 20:33:46 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CokeleyCampground–ANewRecreationComplexAtNorthBendStateParkBeginningMay23.aspxThe camping options at North Bend State Park expand this year with the development and addition of 28 sites to be known as Cokeley Campground. North Bend will have a total of 77 campsites with this expansion. The Cokeley Recreation Area is a recently...Sat, 10 May 2008 16:03:15 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/IrishRoadBowlingAtPipestemResortStateParkApril26-27.aspxPipestem Resort State Park in Summers County is the host site for what is shaping up to be the biggest Irish road bowling celebration this side of the Irish Spring Festival. The Singles Qualifier gets underway this weekend, April 26-27, according to ...Sat, 17 May 2008 20:36:05 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/GetReadyForSpringGobblerSeasonApril28–May24YouthGobblerHuntingDayApril26.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to get their gear ready for the upcoming spring gobbler hunting season. The four-week season opens April 28 and closes on May 24, according to Bill Igo, the DNR's wild turkey project...Sat, 17 May 2008 21:03:57 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/PhotographyWorkshopAtTygartLakeStatePark,June6–8.aspxTygart Lake State Park is hosting a photography workshop featuring instructors Steve Shaluta and Steve Rotsch from Friday, June 6, through Sunday, June 8.Sat, 17 May 2008 20:56:07 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WatercolorWorkshopNearAndFarAtTygartLakeStateParkMay29.aspxSpring Landscape in Watercolor -"Near and Far" "“ with instructor Linda J. C. Turner, will focus on simplifying compositions of both panoramic and close-up landscapes, including the lake, foliage and flowers, during a watercolor workshop at Tygart Lake...Sat, 17 May 2008 20:58:06 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/EclecticMusicExperienceWithAcousticSoloistTimothySeamanHawksNestStateParkDinnerTheaterFebruary23.aspxAcoustic soloist Timothy Seaman brings together an eclectic blend of music styles unlike any other. The February 23 dinner theater at Hawks Nest features dulcimer, psaltery and flute as this musician entertains in a Celtic and folk theme. Seaman is als...Sat, 17 May 2008 21:06:27 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AprilShowersPromotionAdds10ForEach100WVStateParksGiftCardPurchase.aspxWest Virginia State Park gift cards are very popular for graduation, Mother’s and Father’s Day, birthdays and anniversaries, holidays, and for corporate incentive or employee reward programs. If purchased online or by telephone during the month of Apri...Sat, 10 May 2008 16:11:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedTheWeekOfApril7–11,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of April 7, 2008 Anthony Creek Back Fork of Elk Beech Fork Tailwaters Big Sandy Creek Blackwater River Blackwater River (C&R) Blaney Hollow & Morgan Run Boley Lake Brandywine Lake Brushy Fork...Sat, 17 May 2008 21:13:31 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/HuntingTurkeysOverBaitIllegalInWestVirginia.aspxCitations for illegal baiting for turkeys before and during the annual spring gobbler season may be on the increase this year, according to Col. David Murphy, Law Enforcement Section Chief of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.Sat, 17 May 2008 21:14:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TwinFallsAnnualSpringPhotographyWorkshopApril18-20.aspxCapture the beauty of nature at Twin Falls Resort State Park , located southwest of Beckley, during the Spring Photography Workshop April 18-20. If you enjoy digital or film cameras you will find this weekend event to be exactly what you are looking f...Sat, 17 May 2008 21:24:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SpringHopEventRe-OpensTygartLakeStateParkApril11-13.aspxFamilies and friends looking for a spring getaway need look no further than Tygart Lake State Park in Taylor County as facilities re-open for spring and vacation season. Spring Hop signals the cabins, lodge, campground and park facilities are open for...Sat, 17 May 2008 21:18:26 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CathedralStateParkUshersInSpringWithInterpretivePrograms.aspxCathedral State Park has a full line up outdoor activities this spring that are open to the public. “We’re encouraging exploration of the natural wonders at this pristine area of West Virginia,” says Park Ranger Mike Powell. Cathedral State Forest is...Sat, 10 May 2008 16:21:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FourAdditionalDeerTestPositiveForChronicWastingDiseaseInHampshireCountyWestVirginia.aspxTest results have detected the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) agent in four additional deer collected during the first week of the 2008 spring collections in Hampshire County, according to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resoures. The deer were co...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:27:35 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedTheWeekOfMarch31–April4,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of March 31, 2008 Dry Fork (Randolph, Tucker) Glady Fork Horseshoe Run Red Creek Thomas Park Lake Shavers Fork (lower section) Shavers Fork (Bemis) Gandy Creek Laurel Fork Kimsey Run Lake Blackwa...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:29:35 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ElkCreekWildlifeManagementAreaToBeDedicatedApril6AtChiefLoganLodgeHotelAndConferenceCenter.aspxThe Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) has established a new Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Logan and Mingo counties, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the WVDNR. The Elk Creek WMA consists ...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:31:01 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TomlinsonRunStateParkSwimmingPoolTemporarilyClosingForRenovations.aspxThe swimming pool at Tomlinson Run State Park in Hancock County will not be open for the 2008 summer season, according to state park officials. However, area residents and guests of the park will be rewarded for their patience with a safe and renovated...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:31:55 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SpringBluegrassDinnerTheaterAtHawksNestStateParkApril19.aspxBluegrass music is Hawks Nest State Park's April 19 dinner theater offering, featuring Lost Cannon Bluegrass Band, based out of Fayetteville. The band takes its name from local legend of the confederate cannon of Cotton Hill. The band members have more...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:33:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/KessingerHendersonAndRitcheyAreGuitarWorkshopWeekendInstructorsAtTwinFallsResortStateParkApril11-13.aspxInternationally-recognized guitar players and instructors Robin Kessinger, Wayne Henderson and Jim Ritchey are the big attractions for the Guitar Workshop Weekend at Twin Falls Resort State Park April 11-13. This is a special event weekend tailored to ...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:37:07 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekOfMarch24-28,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of March 24, 2008: Anthony Creek Back Fork of Elk (C&R) Big Sandy Creek Blackwater River Brandywine Lake Brushy Fork Lake Bullskin Run Burnsville Tailwaters Cacapon Park Lake Coopers Rock Lake ...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:38:15 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaStateWildlifeCenterBegins2008VisitorsSeasonWithNewAttractions.aspxThe West Virginia State Wildlife Center at French Creek in Upshur County begins its 2008 season by offering visitors two new attractions. A newly-completed fisher exhibit will provide visitors a close up view of these shy and secretive animals of north...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:42:08 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CampgroundFeeIncreaseOnWildlifeManagementAreas.aspxEffectively immediately, campground fees on Pleasant Creek, Teter Creek, Lewis Wetzel, Sleepy Creek, Nathaniel Mountain, Short Mountain, Handley, Chief Cornstalk, McClintic and Conway Run Wildlife Management Areas will be $10 for a group of six or fewe...Sat, 10 May 2008 17:04:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FrenchAndIndianWar150thAnniversaryRe-EnactmentAtTu-Endie-WeiStateParkMarch29.aspxTu-Endie-Wei State Park, in the Mason County town of Point Pleasant, is the first of three parks hosting a living history program that will highlight the 150th Anniversary of the French and Indian War of 1758. Doug Wood and Trails, Inc. will present a ...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:43:42 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekOfMarch17-21,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked with trout the week of March 17, 2008. Anthony Creek Bear Rocks Lake Big Clear Creek Blackwater River Buckhannon River Buffalo Creek Buffalo Fork Lake Bullskin Run Cacapon Park Lake Camp Creek Castleman...Wed, 14 May 2008 19:50:10 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/BeechForkStateParkVolunteersToParticipateInThe2008WestVirginiaMakeItShineStatewideCleanupApril5.aspxBeech Fork State Park, near Barboursville in Wayne County, will be a part the state’s West Virginia Make It Shine statewide clean-up effort spearheaded by the West Virginia Division of Environmental Resources. Employees at this popular state park and ...Sat, 10 May 2008 17:15:37 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WhereTheresAWillTheresAWakeMurderMysteryWeekendAtBlackwaterFallsStateParkMarch2830.aspxIt's a murder mystery. But not just an evening and dinner, but a full weekend of events where the audience participation ultimately solves the murder mysterySun, 18 May 2008 14:17:46 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ThirdAnnualWestVirginiaArcheryInTheSchoolsProgramStateTournamentABigSuccess.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section hosted its third annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools Program State Tournament at Summersville National Guard Armory on Saturday, March 1, 2008. Approximately 30 schools...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:19:34 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ActionsByConservationOfficerMikeCoberlySaveHomePossiblyLivesInBarbourCounty.aspxA possible tragedy was averted at February 28 at a rural Barbour County residence, according to Capt. Lou DellaMea of the Law Enforcement Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources District 1 Office in Farmington. DNR Conservation Offi...Sat, 10 May 2008 17:21:56 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekOfMarch10-14,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked with trout the week of March 10, 2008. Anawalt Lake Anderson Lake Anthony Creek Back Fork of Elk Beech Fork Tailwaters Big Sandy Creek Blackwater River Blaney and Morgan Runs Boley Lake Brandywine Lake ...Wed, 14 May 2008 19:50:09 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedMarch3–7,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of March 3, 2008 Anthony Creek Barboursville Lake Bear Rocks Lake Berwind Lake Big Clear Creek Blackwater River Buckhannon River Buffalo Creek (Brooke) Buffalo Fork Lake Bullskin Run Cacapon Pa...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:40:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaDivisionOfNaturalResourcesAnnouncesPublicMeetingsToDiscussProposedHunting,TrappingAndFishingRegulations.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold 12 public meetings across the state in March to provide hunters, trappers, anglers, landowners and other interested parties an opportunity to review and comment on proposed 2008 hunting re...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:42:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ThousandsOfBatsDyingInCavesInNortheast.aspxThousands of bats have been found dead or dying in caves and mines in New York state. The cause is a mysterious condition known as "White Nose Syndrome" because a white fungus is present on the muzzles of affected bats. The condition was first discov...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:45:49 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ThirdAnnualWestVirginiaArcheryInTheSchoolsProgramStateTournamentToBeHeldMarch1AtSummersvilleNationalGuardArmory.aspxThe West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Section will host its third annual West Virginia Archery in the Schools Program State Tournament at Summersville National Guard Armory on March 1, according to Frank Jezioro, Director o...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:49:55 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/GovernorManchinSupportsState’SAlternativeForWildernessDesignation.aspxGov. Joe Manchin announced today that he supports a State-developed alternative for wilderness legislation as a constructive improvement to the legislation introduced last week by the West Virginia congressional delegation. Conserving West Virginia...Sun, 18 May 2008 12:48:39 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/MarchActivitiesAtTwinFallsResortStatePark.aspxMarch is a great time to get reacquainted with your favorite West Virginia State Park, and Twin Falls Resort State Park near Mullens in Wyoming County makes it easier by offering two fun weekends in March. Overnight packages are available. For more inf...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:22:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/AudraPicnicShelterUpgradesToOfferWaterElectric.aspxLooking for a beautiful location to hold a family reunion, birthday party or company outing? Audra State Park has the perfect solution – a covered picnic shelter with water, electric and a large grill. The shelter accommodates up to 50 people, is han...Mon, 12 May 2008 08:59:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WvBecomingAnOutdoors-WomanProgramPlansSpringWorkshop.aspxThe WV Division of Natural Resources announces that the spring Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop at North Bend State Park will be April 18-20, 2008. Have you ever wanted to learn a new skill but have never had the opportunity to try? Or, have you...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:21:50 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekOfFebruary11–15,2008.aspxThe following waters were stocked the week of February 11, 2008: Anawalt Lake Back Fork of Elk Bear Rocks Lake Beech Fork Tailwaters Big Clear Creek Big Sandy Creek Blaney & Morgan Runs Boley Lake Buckhannon River Buffalo Creek Buffalo ...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:26:59 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiasMidWinterWaterfowlSurveyCompleted.aspxWest Virginia wildlife biologists counted 1,714 ducks and 3,466 geese during the annual mid-winter waterfowl survey in early January, according to Steve Wilson, Waterfowl Biologist for the Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Nat...Sun, 18 May 2008 11:46:45 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WildlifeDiversityDayAtTheCapitolMarch6.aspx"Everyone interested in learning about the rich diversity of West Virginia's native wildlife and plants will want to be under the Capitol Dome in the Lower Rotunda March 6 for our annual Wildlife Diversity Day," according to West Virginia Division of N...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:29:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TwoBirdCountOpportunitiesAtPipestemResortStateParkFeb15-18AndMarch15.aspxTwo bird count opportunities are coming up at Pipestem Resort State Park, and the public is invited to take part in either or both, according to park naturalist Jim Phillips, an avid birder who has participated in 36 bird counts himself.Sun, 18 May 2008 13:33:59 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DonationsUpToHuntersHelpingTheHungryProgram.aspxA total of 1,224 deer was donated to the Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH) Program in 2007, exceeding last season’s total of 1,030, according to the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR). “Thanks to the generous West Virginia hunters who do...Wed, 14 May 2008 19:49:55 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/FindSomethingUnusualAtGiftBuyersMarketplaceEventPipestemResortStateParkFebruary4-6.aspxPipestem Resort State Park in Summers County will sponsor a trade show for gift and souvenir buyers Monday through Wednesday, February 4-6. An annual tradition, the trade show brings vendors and gift shop buyers together under one roof.Sun, 18 May 2008 13:48:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ALittleCountryAndALittleRomanceSweetheartGetawayWeekendAtNorthBendStateParkFeb8-10.aspxNorth Bend State Park will get a jump on Valentine’s Day with a Sweetheart Weekend February 8-10. Friday evening includes a performance by character actor Patty Cooper of the Parkersburg area. Saturday’s activities range from crafts, scheduled hikes, a...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:47:47 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/LoveLettersDinnerTheaterForValentineaDayAtChiefLoganLodgeFeb14.aspxLove Letters. Over the course of a lifetime, two friends remember their relationship throughout their loves and marriage and is the storyline for this two person play. Scheduled for Valentine's Day, February 14, Chief Logan Lodge in Logan County is th...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:46:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/StealAwayForJazzAtHawksNestStateParkJanuary26.aspx"Stolen Moments" will be the featured entertainment at a January 26 dinner theater at Hawks Nest State Park. The musicians are members of the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra. "This group of experienced and talented individuals enjoys interaction wit...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:40:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/ValentinesDaySweeterOnWeekendsAtWvStateParks.aspxWest Virginia State Parks offer romantic weekend getaways in recognition of the Valentine's Day month of February, and there are Valentine's Day events and other options to consider.Sun, 18 May 2008 14:37:52 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/OpenedMailArrivingAtTwinFallsResort.aspxEnjoy a night of entertainment at Twin Falls Resort State Park near Mullens during the dinner theater presentation of "Opened Mail" Saturday February 23, 2008. The dinner theater is directed by Karen Vuranch of Fayetteville, who also performs in this n...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:32:18 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SweetheartWeekendAtTwinFallsResortStateParkFeb1516.aspxSpend a fun and romantic weekend with that special someone at Twin Falls Resort State Park February 15-16, 2008. The Sweetheart Weekend Package includes two nights' lodging at the Twin Falls Lodge or in a vacation cabin. Participants will enjoy Fri...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:33:48 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DNRPhysicallyChallengedAdvisoryBoardToMeetInCharlestonJanuary302008.aspxThe next regular meeting of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Physically Challenged Advisory Board is scheduled for Wednesday, January 30, 2008, at 3 p.m. at the Capitol Complex in Charleston, Building 3, Room #674. The agenda of the Phy...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:18:15 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/NaturalResourcesCommissionQuarterlyMeeting1PMSundayFebruary242008TheUniversityOfCharleston.aspxThe next quarterly meeting of the Natural Resources Commission is scheduled for Sunday, February 24, beginning at 1 p.m. at The University of Charleston, 2300 MacCorkle Avenue, SE, Charleston, W.Va.. The public is invited to attend and make comments. I...Wed, 14 May 2008 19:50:01 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaHuntersHarvestRecord1807Bearsin2007.aspxWest Virginia bear hunters harvested a record 1,807 bears during the combined 2007 archery and firearms season, according to Frank Jezioro, Director of the Division of Natural Resources. This preliminary harvest data for the combined bear season is six...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:17:08 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/SpendGroundhogDayWithFrenchCreekFreddieAtTheWestVirginiaWildlifeCenter.aspxFor the 30th year, French Creek Freddie, the state's official weather prognosticating groundhog, will be the star of the show Saturday, February 2, at the West Virginia Wildlife Center at French Creek in Upshur County. Each Groundhog Day, Wildlife Cent...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:16:00 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/TroutStockedWeekOfJanuary7112008.aspxThe following waters were stocked with trout the week of January 7 - 11, 2008: Shavers Fork (Bemis) Huey Lake Shavers Fork (Lower) Knapps Creek Tomlinson Run Lake Krodel Lake Glady Fork Lost River Shavers Fork (Upper) New Creek ...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:07:37 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/WestVirginiaHuntersHarvest145577DeerIn2007.aspxPreliminary counts of game checking tags indicate West Virginia hunters harvested a total of 145,577 white-tailed deer during the recently completed bucks-only, antlerless, muzzleloader, bow and youth deer seasons, according to Division of Natural Reso...Sun, 18 May 2008 14:00:54 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/KaraokeKillerMurderMysteryDinnerTheaterChiefLoganLodgeJanuary18And19.aspx"Karaoke Killer," an original play by Joh Mann, comes to Chief Logan Lodge in Logan County January 18 with a second performance January 19. Presented by the Guyandotte Players, this production is one of a series of dinner theaters scheduled at West Vi...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:56:35 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/DelbertJVandevanderReceivesOutstandingWildlifeManagerOfTheYearAwardFromTheWestVirginiaStateChapterOfTheNationalWildTurkeyFe.aspxDelbert J. Vandevander, Wildlife Manager for the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR), received the prestigious Outstanding Wildlife Manager of the Year Award from the West Virginia State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWT...Sun, 18 May 2008 13:55:40 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/InvitingAllWinterEnthusiastsToWinterWonderWeekendAtNorthBendStateParkJanuary18-20,2008.aspxStart the new year off with a Winter Wonder Weekend at North Bend State Park near Cairo, West Virginia. The fun is scheduled for January 18-20. The weekend will include nature programs, hikes, games, contests, and a "Bonnie and Clyde" party. The outd...Fri, 16 May 2008 17:39:38 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/GetReadyNowForSummerBoatingSeasonBoaterEducationClassesAreMandatory.aspxTo legally operate a motorboat in West Virginia, passing a mandatory boater education course is required for anyone born after December 31, 1986. This requirement became law in January 2001. West Virginia Division of Natural Resources law enforcement o...Fri, 16 May 2008 17:31:13 GMThttp://www.wv.gov/news/natural-resources/Pages/CelebrateWestVirginiaDay,June20,ataWestVirginiaStatePark.aspxWest Virginia Day, Saturday, June 20, brings a variety of special programs to West Virginia State Parks and Forests. To celebrate the Mountain State’s birthday, many programs are free of charge and all are open to the public to attend.Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:54:24 GMT