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A weekly report from Eyewitness News and the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources about West Virginia's wildlife programs and activities.

W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 15, 2013
Trout In The Classroom
Raise, Learn, And Release Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 8, 2013
Shavers Lime
Stream Restoration Offers Simple Cure For A Big Problem Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 1, 2013
Shavers Fork
Creating Fish Habitat Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 24, 2013
Sounds Of Spring
Spring Has A Sound All Its Own Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 17, 2013
Shavers Fork Water Study
A Hi-Tech Study On An Historic Stream Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 10, 2013
Paddlefish
An Ancient Fish Get A Fresh Start Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 3, 2013
Trout 101
A Spring Mountain State Tradition Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 27, 2013
Archery Tournament
The Best In The State Shoot It Out Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 20, 2013
Golden Trout
A Golden Anniversary For A Mountain State Original Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 13, 2013
Waking Bears
Spring Is Near So Don't Feed The Bears Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 6, 2013
Urban Bear Study
Biologists Study Black Bears Close To Cities Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 27, 2013
Cooking Trout
Simple To Cook, Delicious To Eat Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 20, 2013
Making Bird Feed
This Feed's For The Birds Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 13, 2013
Fly Fishing 101
The Basics Of Fly Fishing Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 6, 2013
Wildlife Trunks
Learning Outside The Box Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 30, 2013
Cold Weather Fishing
Be Safe, Smart, And Warm On The River Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 23, 2013
Winter Trout Stocking
January Means Winter Trout Stocking Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 16, 2013
Hunting And Fishing Show
This Weekend, The Great Outdoors Comes Indoors Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 9, 2013
Cleaning Birdfeeders
Healthy Birds Are Happy Birds Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 2, 2013
Virtual Archery
Archery In The Schools Goes Hi-tech Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 26, 2012
West Virginia Wildlife 2012
Another "Wild" Year In The Books Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 19, 2012
Wildlife Calendar
The Gift Of Art Makes The Perfect Gift Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 12, 2012
Attracting Birds
Feed And Feeders Make All The Difference Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 5, 2012
Archery In The Schools
A Great Program Rolls On Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 28, 2012
Mussel 101
Largely Unseen But Vital To River Health Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 21, 2012
Hunting Impact
Deer Season Means Big Dollars Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 14, 2012
Hunting Forecast
The Forecast Is Great For Deer Season Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 7, 2012
Cooking Game
A Cheesy Twist For Deerburger Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 31, 2012
Share The Harvest
Hunting To Help The Needy Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 24, 2012
Shavers Fork
Restoring A Mountain State Treasure Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 17, 2012
Sharp Shooters
Learn From The Master Marksmen Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 10, 2012
Mussel Restoration
Healthy Mussels Means Healthy Rivers Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 3, 2012
Fall Fishing
Don't Store Your Fishing Pole Just Yet Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 26, 2012
Bow Season
Regulation Change Means More Hunting Opportunities Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 19, 2012
Hunting And Fishing Days
West Virginia's Largest Hunting And Fishing Show Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 12, 2012
Outdoor Youth Challenge
Great Outdoor Opportunity For Kids Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 5, 2012
Hunting Safety
Learn The Basics And Enjoy Your Hunt Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 29, 2012
Hunting Changes
Get In The Woods Earlier This Year Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 22, 2012
Federal Wildlife Funds
Your Dollars Helping Wildlife Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 15, 2012
Archery Preps
Get Your Bow Ready Now Before The Season Arrives Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 8, 2012
Raising Trout
From Fry To Fullsize Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 1, 2012
Running Hatcheries
Raising Trout Takes A Lot Of Work Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 25, 2012
Snakes of West Virginia
Get To Know The Snakes Of The Mountain State Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 18, 2012
Catfish Camera
A New Device Takes Biologists Underwater Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 11, 2012
Musky Inc.
A Local Group Does A Lot Of Good Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 4, 2012
Boating Safety
Keeping It Safe On The Water Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 27, 2012
Musky Implant
Tracking The Movement Of Big Musky Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 20, 2012
Taking Kids Fishing
Keeping It Simple Keeps Them Coming Back Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 13, 2012
Helicopter Stocking
Creating A Wilderness Fishing Experience For Anglers Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 6, 2012
Free Fishing Weekend
No License? No Problem This Weekend! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 30, 2012
Young Wildlife
Leave Young Wildlife Alone! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 23, 2012
Wildlife Center
Native Wildlife Up Close Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 16, 2012
Blue Bird Houses
Putnam County 4H Builds For Birds Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 9, 2012
Barn Owls
Meet The Elusive Barn Owl Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 2, 2012
Attracting Hunters
Appealing To The Non-hunter Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 25, 2012
Turkey Hunting Tips
Hunting Safely For Spring Gobblers Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 18, 2012
Youth Turkey Hunt
Get A Jump On Spring Gobblers Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 11, 2012
Musky
West Virginia's Top Predator Fish Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 4, 2012
Bass Virus
Protecting Mountain State Bass Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 28, 2012
Archery Tournament
The Best Of The Best Hit Charleston Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 21, 2012
Salamanders
Spring Has Sprung, And So Have The Salamanders Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 14, 2012
WV Frogs
Time for Frogs Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 7, 2012
Paddlefish
An Ancient Fish Gets A New Start Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 29, 2012
Bat Boxes
Providing Habitat For Bats Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 22, 2012
Winfield Archery
Getting Ready For The StatewideTournament Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 15, 2012
Fishing Safely
Stay Safe When Fishing This Winter Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 8, 2012
Winter Fishing
Low And Slow For Winter Trout Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 1, 2012
Economic Impact of Hunting and Fishing
Hunters and Anglers Spend Big Bucks in WV Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 25, 2012
Cooking Game
Get Your Burgoo On! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 18, 2012
Hunting And Fishing Show
26 Years And Going Strong Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 11, 2012
Trout Fishing
It May Be Cold But The Fishing Is Heating Up Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 4, 2012
Winter Hunting
Don't Put Your Gun Away Just Yet Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 28, 2011
WV Wildlife 2011
A Look Back At The Wild Side Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 21, 2011
Senior License
A New Hunting, Fishing and Trapping License Serves West Virginia Well Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 14, 2011
Boone And Crockett
Measuring The Best Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 7, 2011
Wildlife Calendar
Beautiful Art All Year Long Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 30, 2011
Fishing With Riggins
NFL Hall Of Famer Fishes The Mountain State Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 23, 2011
Hunters Helping The Hungry
Deer Hunters Lending A Hand Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 16, 2011
Sighting In A Gun
Do Your Homework Now For A Successful Hunt Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 9, 2011
Fish Hatchery
A Lot Of Labor Goes Into Raising Fish Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 2, 2011
Ward Hollow Wetland
Beautiful Wetland In Kanawha County Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 26, 2011
Raising Catfish
DNR Works Hard to Put Fish In Waters Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 19, 2011
Fall Foliage!
Peak Leaf Peeping Season is Here! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 12, 2011
Raptors Up Close
Close Encounters With Birds Of Prey Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 5, 2011
Blue Catfish
Blue Cats Make Are Making A Big Comeback Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 28, 2011
Early Archery Season
Bow Hunters Get Extra Hunting Time Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 21, 2011
National Hunting And Fishing Days
West Virginia's Outdoor Superbowl! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 14, 2011
Archery Champs
A Local Team Goes For World Title Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 7, 2011
Catfishing
Meet The Catfishing King! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 31, 2011
Rattlesnake Research
Getting To Know West Virginia's State Reptile Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 24, 2011
Federal Partnership
Federal Government Pumps Money Into West Virginia Wildlife Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 17, 2011
Catfish Study
Monster Catfish Being Studied In West Virginia Rivers Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 10, 2011
Urban Bear Study
Tracking Black Bears In Urban Areas Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 3, 2011
Hunting Regs
Make Sure You Know the Rules! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 27, 2011
Kids Archery
Starting Kids Early Can Lead To A Life Long Sport Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 20, 2011
Kids In The Outdoors
Tips For Getting Kids Outside Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 13, 2011
West Virginia Snakes
The Mountain State's Home To Several Snakes Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 6, 2011
Paddlefish
West Virginia's Prehistoric Fish Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 29, 2011
3D Archery
Here's a Lure to Get You Out In the Woods! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 22, 2011
Bluebirds
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Bluebirds! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 15, 2011
Blue Bird Houses
West Virginia's Bird House Realtor Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 8, 2011
Free Fishing
This Weekend You Can Fish for Free! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 1, 2011
Filet Fish
Easy Steps To The Perfect Filet Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 25, 2011
West Virginia Wildlife Center
One Stop Shop For Wildlife Viewing Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 18, 2011
Wounded Warriors
Helping Wounded Veterans Cope Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 11, 2011
Cooking Trout
Learn How To Cook Your Catch! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 4, 2011
Musky 101
Meet West Virginia's Barracuda! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 27, 2011
Ramps
Springtime Mountain Delicacy Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 20, 2011
Turkey Season
Talking Turkey And Safety Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 13, 2011
Musky Research
Fish Study Goes High Tech Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 6, 2011
Department Of Education And Archery
Archery Enters Higher Education Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 30, 2011
Archery In The Schools
A Great Program Keeps Growing Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 23, 2011
Bear Study
West Virginia's State Animal Is Thriving Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 16, 2011
Bear Follow
Visiting A Research Bear One Last Time Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 9, 2011
Trout Stocking
Spring Trout Fishing Is Just Around The Corner! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 2, 2011
Buck Sheds
Extend Your Deer Season Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 23, 2011
Bald Eagles 101
Getting To Know Our National Bird Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 16, 2011
Bald Eagles
Our National Bird Calls West Virginia Home Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 9, 2011
Hunting Simulator
Here's A Fun Way To Practice Hunting Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 2, 2011
French Creek Freddie
West Virginia's Official Groundhog Weighs In Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 26, 2011
Hawk Release
A Young Hawk Gets A Second Chance Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 19, 2011
West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show
Hunting And Fishing Show A Sell Out! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 12, 2011
Wildlife Art
Artists Listen Up! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 5, 2011
Coyote Study
Studying The Elusive Coyote Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 29, 2010
Best Of West Virginia Wildlife
A Look Back At WV Wildlife 2010 Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 22, 2010
Wild Game
Tips On Cooking Wild Game Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 15, 2010
Stonewall Hunt
Hunting For A Healthier Deer Herd Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 8, 2010
Wildlife Calendar
A Talented Artist On Display Year Round Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News December 1, 2010
Family Hunting
Connecting With Family History Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 24, 2010
Cooking Venison
Tips on Cooking Venison Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 17, 2010
Hunting Forecast
There Should Be Plenty Of Big Bucks This Year! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 10, 2010
Economic Impact of Hunting
Hunting Brings In Big Bucks For WV. Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News November 3, 2010
Fall Foliage
A Good Leaf Year Is Scientific Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 27, 2010
Bats in WV
They Are Scary Looking But You Shouldn't Be Scared Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 20, 2010
Hunters Helping the Hungry
Popular Program Approaches Amazing Milestone Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 13, 2010
Bow Hunting Family
A Family Tradition Continues Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News October 6, 2010
Bow Hunter Survey
Make Your Hunting Experience Count Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 29, 2010
Youth Challenge
Records Were Set at Youth Challenge Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 22, 2010
National Hunting and Fishing Days
State's Largest Hunting and Fishing Show is this Weekend. Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 15, 2010
Trick Shot Artist
One of the Best Archers in the World's Coming to Town Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 8, 2010
Black Bass Study
Biologists Track Progress of Black Bass Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News September 1, 2010
Float Fishing
Fishing Doesn't Die in the Summer! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 25, 2010
Physically Challenged Hunter
Overcoming Odds and Obstacles To Hunt Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 18, 2010
Trouble In The Water
Be Safe And Stay Alive Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 11, 2010
Safe Float Fishing
Be Safe When You Get Out Your Canoe Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News August 4, 2010
Poisonous Snakes
West Virginia's unique vipers Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 28, 2010
Night Fishing
Great Fishing After Sunset! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 21, 2010
Urban Fishing
Catch Big Bass In The Capital City Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 14, 2010
Kids In The Outdoors
Get Outside With The Kids! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News July 7, 2010
Hellbenders!
Meet the King of the Streams! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 30, 2010
Wildlife Center
Two Hours From Anywhere In The State is a Day of Fun! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 23, 2010
Barn Owls
They Are The Silent Assassins of the Sky! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 16, 2010
Snakes of West Virginia
Snakes Do A Lot More Than Scare People! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 9, 2010
Free Fishing Weekend
Everyone Can Fish For Free This Weekend Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News June 2, 2010
Take a Kid Fishing!
Here Are Some Tips To Get Your Child Interested in Fishing Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 26, 2010
Trout Unlimited
Trout Unlimited and the Trout in the Classroom Project Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 19, 2010
Trout in the Classroom
Students in the Kanawha Valley Raise Trout Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 12, 2010
Archery in the Schools
This popular program just keeps growing! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News May 5, 2010
Paddle Fish Study
Taking A Look At The Paddle Fish Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 28, 2010
Paddle Fish
They Look Strange, But Paddle Fish Have Been Around For A Long Time! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 21, 2010
Spring Gobbler Season
It's Time To Talk Turkey Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News April 7, 2010
Fly Rod Building
Build Your Own Fly Rod Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 31, 2010
Archery in the Schools
The State Archery in the Schools Tournament Takes Place Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 24, 2010
World's Best Bowhunter
Meet The Best Bowhunter in the World! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 17, 2010
Nuisance Bears
Do Your Part To Keep Bears In The Woods! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 10, 2010
Black Bear Dens
You Can Predict The Weather By Watching Black Bears Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News March 3, 2010
Black Bear Cubs
These Little Guys Are Doing Great This Winter! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 24, 2010
Extreme Trout Stocking
DNR Workers Go To The Extreme To Get Trout In The Water! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 17, 2010
Wildlife Box
Here's A Chance For Kids To Get Their Hands On Some Wildlife! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 10, 2010
Raising Trout
Get A Behind The Scenes Look At Raising Trout Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News February 3, 2010
Waterfowl Survey
The DNR Biologists Brave Tough Winter Weather To Count Birds! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 27, 2010
Hunting and Fishing Show Donations
The money you spend to get in the show goes back into the woods! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 20, 2010
West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show
This year's West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show is going to be a good one! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 13, 2010
Trout Stocking
It's time to load up the streams with trout! Video


W.Va. Wildlife from Eyewitness News January 6, 2010
Winter Hunting
This is a great time to go hunting! Video





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