Wildlife Viewing
Less Is More! Easy Ways to Improve Habitat for Birds This Fall
Simplifying your routine fall yard and land maintenance practices really can make a difference for birds; follow these tips from DGIF’s habitat experts and your property will be more attractive and supportive to birds. Read more…
Elk & Other Wildlife Adventures Await in Southwest Virginia
Additional outdoor adventure opportunities that will facilitate the Virginia Elk and wildlife experience in the Appalachia Valley are now open to the public for elk and other wildlife watching! Read more…
Represent Virginia Birds in the October Global Big Day
October 6th, 2018 is the Global Big Day, a 24-hour event seeking to document as many bird species as possible across the world. Participation is easy – get outdoors and do some birdwatching! Read more…
Fishing
Cold Water Paddling & Fishing Safety
Consider making these safety tips part of your game plan when cold water floating and fishing the Old Dominion’s many outstanding rivers. Read more…
Trout Fishing Season Has Begun In Henrico County
Anglers should expect fast action for catchable size trout, with a few larger fish mixed in for variety. This is a great opportunity to take a family member fishing, reconnect with a friend, or introduce someone to the sport of fishing. Read more…
Catch Walleye While Weather Turns
While the woods are heating up and the waters are cooling down, this time of year is a great time to catch trophy fish. Read more…
Hunting
Fulfilling Your Late Season Objectives
Late season deer hunts provide a challenging experience. Recognizing deer travel patterns and locating the food sources will greatly increase the hunter success rate! Read more…
DGIF Black Bear Radio-Collaring Project
Since 2016, DGIF biologists have been radio-collaring adult female bears. Data acquired through this project continues to provide insights into the movements, denning habits, and home ranges of wild, female bears in unstudied areas of Virginia. Read more…
Huntin’ the Muzzleloader Rut
When November rolls around, the rut will be taking shape, and bucks will be on the move. Black powder hunters that are up for the thrill will have a narrow window of opportunity to encounter whitetails gone wild! Read more…
Habitat
Less Is More! Easy Ways to Improve Habitat for Birds This Fall
Simplifying your routine fall yard and land maintenance practices really can make a difference for birds; follow these tips from DGIF’s habitat experts and your property will be more attractive and supportive to birds. Read more…
Monarch Spectacle at DGIF Headquarters!
It’s amazing what an impact a few milkweed plants can have. Here at DGIF headquarters in Henrico county, we got rid of a big patch of lawn at our entrance and have started a pollinator garden, and the monarch caterpillars have had a feast on the milkweed! Read more…
Working For Wildlife
Hunters and landowners fill the gap of lost habitat by building and working food plots for the wildlife on their property. Read more…
Conservation Police
A Day in the Life of a Conservation Police Officer
The assignments and responsibilities of Conservation Officers are widespread and their service throughout our great Commonwealth has stood the test of time for over 100 years! Read more…
DGIF Basic Law Enforcement Academy Graduates 10th Class
The 10th Law Enforcement Academy graduated on September 7, 2018. We are proud of these men and women who have joined our ranks to serve and protect our great Commonwealth. Read more…
Virginia Conservation Police Lip Sync Challenge!
Virginia Conservation Police could not resist the lip sync challenge! From the mountains to the sea, we had a great time filming all over our beautiful state of Virginia. Watch…