A family fishing. (Photo courtesy Department of Wildlife Resources) This story was reported by VPM News intern Clara Haizlett
Although many state agencies have struggled financially throughout the pandemic, officials say the Department of Wildlife Resources hasn’t skipped a beat. But with more people getting outdoors, there are more concerns about safety, especially on the water.
The DWR is responsible for the management of inland fisheries, wildlife, and recreational boating in Virginia. Unlike other state agencies, the department isn’t primarily funded by tax dollars. Instead, it’s funded through the sale of licenses and a federal excise tax on guns and ammunition, among other sources.
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Nevada s 2021 guided nonresident mule deer draw just opened up on February 8. And if you re looking for a way to increase your odds at pulling a tag, the Nevada restricted mule deer guided draw is for you!
Note: the guide draw is for nonresidents only. The deadline to apply for the Guided Draw in 2021 is
Monday, March 15 at 11 p.m. PST.
What exactly is the Nevada guided draw?
Nevada has a separate drawing where they set aside a certain number of rifle mule deer tags (rifle, early rifle, mid rifle, and late rifle) that are
available exclusively for nonresident applicants that apply through a licensed Nevada outfitter. The restricted guided draw is completed prior to the general draw.
Although many state agencies have struggled financially throughout the pandemic, officials say the Department of Wildlife Resources hasn’t skipped a beat. But with more people getting outdoors, there are more concerns about safety, especially on the water.
Hunter Education coursed offered Feb. 12-13 in Leesville
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Hunters needing to take a Hunter Education course will have the opportunity on February 12-13 in Leesville. Students will need to register for the course in advance. The course will take place at the Leesville Fairgrounds- Exhibit Building on 1235 H M Stevens Blvd at the West Louisiana Forestry Fairground.
The following is a course description from LDWF: This format is a 10-hour classroom course that is usually held over 2-3 days. We cover firearm and hunting safety, wildlife management principles, ethics, game identification and outdoor survival Students must successfully complete a live-fire exercise with both formats. Firearms and ammunition are provided for the live-fire exercise so students should not bring their own.
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Published: 2/3/2021 6:34:26 PM
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If you haven’t already heard, for the first time since 1996, MassWildlife is considering an increase in hunting and freshwater fishing license fees. During a Jan. 14 public presentation to the Fisheries and Wildlife Board, state officials noted that expenses have been exceeding revenue for several years. They also cited contributing factors such as inflation and declining license sales.
It is no secret that MassWildlife has taken on increased responsibilities over the last 25 years, including stewardship of 226,000 acres of wildlife lands, habitat management activities, and administration of the Hunter Education program. Strangely enough, the agency derives its funding primarily from hunting and fishing license sales and federal excise taxes from the sale of hunting and fishing equipment. I know for a fact how grateful MassWildlife is to the many sportsmen and women who purchase annual h