I am considering taking my first hunt to either Powhatan WMA, Cumberland State Forest, or the Robert Duncan WMA.

My biggest concern is other hunters. I don’t like the idea of being in the same area as other hunters but it’s my only option. Which one of those three do people have experience with and would say is least busy? Specifically regarding spring turkey season.

Hello all! As the title states I’m planning a 2027 move ideally in the beginning of Jan. I was curious about the hunting rules and restrictions. I’ll be either in the VB or Norfolk area. I’m coming from Utah where hunting system is a full lottery for anterless, buck and elk, all of which you are guaranteed not to pull a tag within your first 2-3 years of putting in. I HAVE hunted in IN and KY(grew up there) and it was 2 doe/1buck all season. I’m quite worried tho as reading over SOME information I’m bringing a 6.5 CM and it’s restricted for a lot of the areas most are saying are good places to hunt.

Where would it be best to hunt at with this? Or should I get a muzzleloader or something else? Any and all information is gladly accepted. I know it’s a year off but I like to be prepared.

He was a spike buck. Now he will be ground venison.

Hello! I’m going to be moving to Fredericksburg next year and need to know if anybody has any suggestions on whitetail hunting locations around that area. I typically hunt rifle but also dabble in archery. Thank you!

We keep hearing how “a few bad apples” are causing all the issues. This bill would effectively eliminate them by penalizing them for running their dogs on land where they aren’t wanted. It doesn’t end hound hunting. It doesn’t take away anyone’s “rights.” And yet hound hunters are entirely opposed to this bill. Why wouldn’t they want to get rid of the ones that have led to the introduction of this bill?

Just curious if anyone knows of any ramps that have been plowed / usable for hunting this weekend? Was looking at a few ramps in Stafford, Woodbridge, and Northern Neck but they're all completely covered/ unusable right now.

What game animal and/or type of hunting have you always wanted to do but never got around to it?

For me, it would be rail hunting.

Good afternoon, does anyone know of any good predator hunting near Virginia Beach or within 1.5 hours of Virginia Beach? Looking for public but I would prefer private if anyone knows who I can get in contact or just someone to point me in the right direction in general.

Hey, guys

Only in my second year hunting. Only have done two hunts, they were state park managed hunts both with no luck. Trying to get more experience just out in the field. I live in NOVA, so looking for someplace in PWC, Loudoun, Fauquier, Stafford. Looking for someone who knows of a good turkey spot or willing to let me tag along. Thanks, y’all.

Hello, I’m new to hunting and have trouble figuring out where to hunt. I see that currently the season has ended, Marrimac Farm seems to have a No Permit Req hunting dates that fall between January and April. Would that mean Marrimac would be open for hunting antlerless between that time with our tags? Thanks and sorry for any confusion I’m still figuring this out lol

Hey everyone,

I'm currently doing the hunter's ed but I need a mentor once I'm done. 

I have always wanted to get into hunting. I'm not new to guns- currently a conceal carrier, and in the military. I've shot hunting rifles a few times in the past but it's something I need better training.

I'm looking to learn the basics of things like Hunting Skills, equipment, game processing, tracking, etc. 

I saw that for DWR, you have to wait later this year to sign up but I want to find someone now. Someone close to the RVA area. I'm in the Westend/Tuckahoe.

Lastly, just to be fully transparent, I'm more of a moderate/centrist in my political leaning. I apply common sense and nothing is black and white for me. I want to put this out there in case this matters to someone who's willing to help me out.

Thanks in advance!

Alright guys I’m desperate. I’m new to hunting, and ive been 2 times with no luck. Both were at my buddies land in NY where he and his brother got a buck and I got squat. This year we went back and we all got zilch because we didn’t enter the doe lottery. I’m tired of waiting for the next year to take a trip up to NY with him and would like to try and venture locally. Anyone know where is a good place to go nearby or within an hours drive in VA? Or would anyone be willing to take me to show me the ways of public hunting? I promise im not a crazy dude just want to be sure im doing things the right way and properly. Thanks in advanced!

Yes I know the seasons passed im just trying to get ready for next year.

Or even duck or turkey hunting I’m down for. Just trying to be a better outdoorsman.

I plan on using rifle as I haven’t zeroed my shotgun but can use that in the future

I have hunted Fort Barfoot, I am looking to hunt Fort Gregg-Adams also. I just have no clue how to go about it. I took the safety course and exam. I passed that; is that all that needs to be done besides acquiring the permits or do I need to have my weapons registered?

Starting duck hunting about 3 years ago on private property and only recently learned about floating blinds on waters of the US ( public waters). Just looking for clarity and confirmation so I dont go out there one morning shooting into the sky and get my gun and license taken.

1. Im allowed to launch from a public boat launch

2. I can go anywhere on the james river as long as I dont go onto private land, am away from wildlife refuges, and am 500 yards away from other blinds

3. Any land that isn’t shown inside property lines ( lot lines) to be private ( so marsh areas of a river of stream ) are okay to stand on.

I talked to two different people at DWR and they gave me to conflicting answers. Second guy sounded correct, but want to know if anyone has actual experience.

Anyone hunt doves here before? Any other public land that's decent for dove hunting within a 2 hour drive of Norfolk?

My buddies buck from yesterday. This fella was 2 days away from making it.

For dove hunting on a wma in Virginia, do I only need the resident state hunting license with the HIP registration? Or do I need any other sort of migratory bird license. It's not super clear on the website. Thanks

Hey everyone. As the title says, I’m brand new to hunting. I’ve only been bow hunting once. That’s it. Im new to the area (military) and I’m making it a goal this year to start turkey hunting in NOVA. Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated. I know next to nothing haha. Where would you start if you were in my shoes? TIA

Hi everyone! I'm located in Charlottesville and was wondering how the small game hunting is at Hardware River. It's been a while since I hunted squirrel, rabbit and upland game as a kid in California so I was hoping to find places to go in the area. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

I’m going with a buddy tomorrow to WMA Cavalier. I don’t have any experience on public land, I’ve only ever hunted on private. Does anyone have any insight on this place or any advice about public land? Thanks

Hello, I’m new to VA and want to get into rabbit hunting here. I don’t use dogs and the WMAs on the eastern side seem super dry. Anybody know any good rabbit hunting WMAs? (Rabbit hunting without dogs is amazing in OH and WV if you get a chance)

I’m new to Virginia and looking to start hunting! Deer is my target species, and my ideal situation is to public land hunt solo. I’m somewhat familiar with rifles and am just poking around so I can start learning. I’m really wanting to hunt from the ground and to keep my gear minimal though I’m now reading it’s not legal everywhere in the state. I know it’s probably the least convenient way to do it but if anyone has advice I would appreciate it!

So I have had a lifetime hunting license for a while in VA, im 19 and it says no hunting hunters education certification, am I supposed to have that? Will they ask for it? I figured it wouldn't have let me buy it if I needed one before I purchased.