Fall 2010

Features

West Virginia Black Bear Study
by Chris Ryan
Extensive research on West Virginia’s state animal has guided the Wildlife Resources Section in developing its black bear management plan.

Older-Aged Buck Management
by David McClung
Size matters on six state-managed hunting areas. Antler restrictions on these areas are aimed at growing older bucks with larger racks.

Hunters and Conservation
by Scott Warner
Through their license and stamp purchases and through the act of hunting, hunters have helped wildlife populations rebound and thrive in the state.

Departments
Field Trip: Elk River WMA
Wildlife Diversity Notebook: Whip-poor-will
Mountain State Flora: Hen of the Woods
Sense of Wonder: Tree Identification Cards
Wild Almanac
Wild Perspective