I’ve only ever hunted Whitetail on private lands but recently movement has slowed down quite a bit and next season I hope to focus on WMA specifically Big Woods, Hog island, and Ragged island WMA. I’ve tried doing some reading and can’t find too much information other than you get searched at Hog island. I do plan on scouting the areas out once it gets a little warmer but what are some things to look out for and any advice you might have?

We got three today. All bucks that have shed already. Weather was getting gross.

I know it’s that time of year when the sheds start hitting the ground. Anyone had any luck finding any?

This might not be the best sub for advice on the matter, but here goes. I live in Fairfax and have a neighbor who is feeding wildlife daily. The neighbor gives cheese, meat, sandwiches, and fast food to foxes, crows, vultures, and anything else that will come around. It has gotten to the point where animals show up each morning and await the meal. They are hand fed at times.

As a result, the animals sometimes carry the food onto my property to eat it. More and more animal droppings are found at various points around my home and I am left to clean it up. I now have to limit my dog's outdoor activities to prevent the dog from picking up diseases and parasites. The neighbor's actions also has thrown the natural order of things out of balance and I have noticed an increase in field mice in and around my home since their normal predators are not as motivated.

I believe the neighbor has violated 4VAC15-40-286. Unauthorized feeding of wildlife. IS this something that DWR officers take seriously?

With the current market of bolt action hunting rifles within the $400-$800 range being oversaturated it's really difficult to understand what is worth the money and what's junk. As someone who's looking to get into hunting in the near future what should I look for and or what should I stay away from?

The regs say Cavalier is prohibited for centerfire rifles, I’m assuming that doesn’t mean shotguns? Silly question, but seeing as shells are technically centerfire I want to make sure before I go out and buy/learn a muzzleloader

Hi everyone, just went to a WMA a while ago to try to hunt squirrel and rabbit. Didn't have much luck. Do you all have any tips, time of day or anything that could help me on getting on some meat.

Any answers

Looking for some recommendations for some guides for next season I’m in the SW part of the state but distance isn’t to much of a problem any recommendations are appreciated

Sorry if this is a dumb question, I just can’t find this answer on the VA site. Can you bow hunt from the ground in Thomson WMA? I would take out a crawler anyways but I was just wondering.

I want to learn deer hunting. If any experienced deer hunter in Fairfax is willing to take an apprentice, I want to assist you with the hunting and learn from you. I do not know where to start so I am posting here.

I've always wanted to hunt pheasants just wondering if there are any wild pheasant on any wmas or do I have to pay for it from a game farm thanks

I'm looking to focus on archery this year and would like to join a club in the eastern to central VA areas. However, I would like a club with some diversity if possible. I'm not looking to be political, just would like to focus on archery and want to feel comfortable.

Do you know of any clubs worth considering? TYIA

Does anyone know if there is a hunting lease/club in JCC on the property adjacent to Ware Creek (southern bank) and along the York River? Ownership maps show the property as "Stonehouse..."

Was lucky enough to tag this unique buck yesterday after a snow squall blew through. A bachelor group consisting of this buck and 3 smaller than him showed up in the last few minutes of shooting light. Private land in Loudoun county.

Trying to get a better understanding of hunting public WMA while respecting other hunters. If I am wanting to still hunt small game such as squirrels and rabbits are there designated areas or areas to avoid deer hunters? I’ve looked extensively into the Powhatan and Amelia WMA but it does not have designations on their maps. I’d hate to ruin another hunt by mistakenly walking into their area

Anybody ever hunt Thompson? Whats a good entry point?

Anyone seen any during this second half?

Hi everyone! I'm looking to get into hunting deer next season here in Virginia. I'm located in Albemarle County and currently don't have access to private land.

My hunting experience is limited to quail and pheasant in the midwest, and squirrel. I hunted whitetail on a buddy's land in PA almost ten years ago so I have very little experience with deer.

I have my hunter's safety course from years ago but figured I might as well take a Virginia course. Other than that, where do I start? I have a couple of 30-06 rifles and a 12g o/u shotgun that my dad left me.

Thanks in advance!

Anybody out there today or tomorrow I know the rain sucks.

Anyone else encounter this? Northumberland county only one hunt club being egregious DWR receiving ton of complaints. Haven’t observed myself firing over roadway but sure as hell they’re waiting to by posting up hunting. It’s only a county ordinance citation unless caught firing but still dangerous hunting from cross roadway. Guarantee someone from Reedville/Burgess area would know which one exactly

Deer #4 for the season.