The following is a quick guide to crossbow hunting regulations in west virginia. Hunting permits can also be obtained by visiting our office at 3982 waverly road in williamstown, wv. Hunting west virginia division of natural resources. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited within the boundaries of the west virginia state. West virginia drivers license or nondriver identification card issued by the division of motor vehicles. When a state offers a free license, it affects their eligibility to receive matching funds through the american system of conservation funding page 22. Seasons and regulations for the 2020 spring wild turkey and black bear hunts. Its time to snag a copy or, like the kids do, open them up on your phone and start studying the seasons. Each year the west virginia department of natural resources wvdnr publishes a brochure that encompasses regulations for hunting and trapping of animals in the state. Armed forces while on military leave, may hunt or trap in season without obtaining a license. Additionally, 34 states offer discounted hunting or fishing licenses fees to active duty military andor veteran residents, while 23 states offer free licenses to at least one of these population. The state offers a wide variety of career opportunities, and is seeking motivated individuals who want to make an impact in the lives of west virginia residents. Wvdnr hunting regulations whitetailed deer hunting seasons. National conservation training center deer hunting requirements 2019.
When zoomed outside the range of selected basemap, the basemap will be automatically switched to highresolution statewide aerial imagery. Rules and requirements for hunting deer, elk, black bear, cougar, mountain goat, moose, bighorn sheep, bobcat, coyote, fox, grouse, raccoon, rabbit, hare, and turkey. Big game hunting seasons and regulations washington. Sutton, wv 26601 morgantown, wv 26505 weirton, wv 26062. Hunters and trappers must follow the new rules for electronic checking of game.
For a complete listing of west virginias boat operating rules and regulations, please consult the west virginia division of natural resources website at. The 20192020 west virginia hunting and trapping regulations summary has been released. Hunters must comply with all federal and state hunting laws and regulations. The online boating safety course covers a wide range of operating laws in west virginia. When zoomed back within its range, the basemap will automatically switch back. No one under 16 years of age, unless they possess a valid wv hunting license, may use the range unless. Archery hunters are required by wv regulations to wear hunter blaze orange while hunting during days that are included in a deer firearms season. Aptly named the mountain state, west virginia gives hunters the opportunity to hunt in majestic solitude while pursuing deer, bear, turkey and small game. Main street hawse plaza moorefield, wv 26836 304 8515040 5. West virginia hunter education requirements a hunting license may not be issued to any person who was born on or after january 1st, 1975, unless the person submits to the license agent a certificate of training or proof of completion of a course approved by the i.
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Discover the amazing variety of wild and wonderful hunting, trapping and fishing opportunities in the mountain state. This is a large 7mb file and may take a long time 20 min or longer to open on a dialup internet connection. West virginia fishing and hunting laws and regulations must be followed when fishing or. To hunt black bear in west virginia, residents must have a valid class a, ab, x, xj, q, lifetime class al or abl license accompanied by a bear damage stamp class ds. Resident disabled veteran application lifetime license hunting, freshwater fishing, andor trapping, and disabled saltwater fishing 29. Ohio river islands national wildlife refuge hunting permit and regulations 20192020 pdf for state regulations and state license information explore the links below. Wv hunting regulations can be obtained from local license. Regulations governing hunting on national wildlife refuges can be referenced in title 50, code of federal regulations. A1, n, rg, rm and rb that are not included with free license privileges.
Hunters and trappers must obtain their dnr id number before using the telephone game check option. Application for class q special hunting permit for disabled person a class q permit entitles the permit holder to hunt from a motor vehicle and to possess a loaded firearm in a motor vehicle under the following circumstances only. National conservation training center deer hunting. May 14, 2020 most california fishing and hunting regulations are contained in the california code of regulations ccr, title 14 natural resources. In addition, all state hunting regulations and seasons apply on the refuge. Inland fishing, hunting, and trapping regulations digest. For any further questions regarding west virginia hunting or hunting on specific west virginia land, there are many contacts who are readily available to assist you. Special license for certain resident disabled veterans. West virginia hunting seasons, 20192020 hunting season hq. A free refuge hunting permit is required to hunt on the. Deer archery and crossbow september 24 december 31 deer.
All persons granted membership into xyz hunting club henceforth referred to as the club must comply with all bylaws as defined below and all state hunting regulations and laws. Hunting is prohibited in state parks and wildlife refuges, in safety zones in state forests or wildlife management areas, and in harpers ferry national historical park. Most california fishing and hunting regulations are contained in the california code of regulations ccr, title 14 natural resources. The guide is a summary of indiana hunting regulations. West virginia is a huge hunting state that welcomes more than 350,000 hunters a year. District offices main office south charleston, wv 25303 324 4th avenue wildlife management. Call 18442457115 and ask for the military personnel and veteran offer or visit the minnesota conservation volunteer.
Some basemap layers have limited zoom levels available. If you enjoy gun hunting and fly fishing find all the information on deer harvest to trout stocking on. A bear damage stamp class ds is not required of landowners. These maps and spatial data are intended for reference purposes only. Jul 16, 2015 hunters and trappers must follow the new rules for electronic checking of game. Waterfowl hunting and fishing on the ohio river west virginia. This includes all 2019 hunt days at nctc except november 2nd and 9th, when orange may be omitted.
Deer general regulations west virginia division of. Everything you need to plan your west virginia hunting trips for 2020. National conservation training center archery hunting. The official west virginia dnr els electronic licensing. There are additional local, state and federal laws that may apply to fishing, hunting, and the use of firearms, including the california penal code and california fish and game code, and many local ordinances.
Antlerless deer hunting season dates and open counties have changed. Regulations west virginia division of natural resources. Click here to view the current west virginia hunting regulations. During transport, any swine not possessing official identification is presumed to be feral and is subject to a fine. The disease belongs to a family of diseases known as transmissible spongiform encephalopathy tse.
Most regulations are subject to change by administrative rule. For purposes of wv hunting regulations nctc is considered private land. Active duty military west virginia residents on active duty in the u. West virginia hunting laws and regulations who is required to complete hunter education in west virginia. If you wish, instead, to receive a printed copy, please visit an authorized hunting license agent or request a copy from a dnr district office. Any resident veteran who is totally and permanently disabled due to a. Using appropriate methods and hunting within statestipulated seasons and regulations, legal predator hunts consist of bear, bobcat, wild boar, coyote and fox.
The first special youth deer season is on the second weekend of october. Failure to comply will result in a members immediate termination from the club and forfeiture of. West virginia offers several big game hunting seasons through the beautiful appalachian mountains. In previous posts some of us wv coyote hunters have expressed our frustration with some of the wv dept. To see more information consult the hunting and trapping regulations, page 44. Leave papers shall be carried while hunting or trapping. It is designed as a service to hunters and is not intended to be a complete digest of all hunting and trapping regulations.
West virginia hunting and trapping regulations summary has. Hunters and trappers may now check their game via the telephone at 1844wvcheck, the website. Fall wild turkey hunting season dates and open counties have changed. Hunting season opening dates hunter specific laws and reglations special area regulations. Crossbow hunting regulations and laws in west virginia. Click image to download all regulations as a single pdf file. Hunters should be familiar with disease risks associated with handling and consuming feral swine and take precautions to reduce the risk of exposure to disease pathogens. Military hunting and fishing presents west virginia. Seniors, veterans, and active duty military hunting and. The hunting of deer or bear with a gun, firearm, or other weapon with the aid or assistance of dogs on sunday is prohibited. Hunters please note, the refuge spans across three states. Refer to page 4 of the current wv hunting and trapping regulations if you need additional information.
This can be accomplished by either going online to, stopping at a. A free twoyear subscription to minnesota conservation volunteer, the dnrs donorsupported magazine advocating conservation and careful use of minnesotas natural resources, is available to military personnel and veterans. The permittee holds a valid hunting license or is exempt from those license requirements. Because of the sheer number of incoming hunters, it is important for a private land owner to know all of the laws and regulations about hunting on private property. Application for class q special hunting permit for.
West virginia hunting and fishing military hunting and. Official site of the west virginia division of natural resources, wv state parks, and wv hunting and fishing license. Complete 201920 hunting and trapping digest division of fish. Ohio hunting laws and ohio river fishing regulations for the eastern unit, which cover the west. Cwd is a neurological brain and nervous system disease of deer and elk known to occur in limited geographical locations in north america. Rules associated with hunting feral swine and additional hunting information can be found in the n. Dnr customer service toll free 1888wdnrinfo 18889367463.
This can be accomplished by either going online to, stopping at a hunting and fishing license agent, or. You are responsible for knowing the regulations for the state in which you are hunting. Tips for predator hunting in west virginia gone outdoors. Toll free 1888wdnrinfo 18889367463 hunting regulations and hours hunting regulations. Manual or autoloading shotguns to hunt small game, furbearers. As we continue to improve hunt central, feel free to provide.
Sunday hunting will be legal in all 55 counties on private land only, with written permission, beginning july 6, 2017. Deer taken on october 12th, 19th or 26th, 2019 fall within a special hunt for nctc, do not. Application for class q special hunting permit for disabled. Dogs may be used to pursue wild birds and animals during hunting seasons where not prohibited. According to west virginia law, all hunters who were born on or after january 1, 1975, must complete hunter education certification in order to acquire a hunting license in west virginia. Despite being a smaller state, west virginia is home to more than 350,000. Contact information for information on hunting regulations and hours, contact.