DNR to Conduct Spotlight Surveys

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources has announced that biologists will conduct spotlight surveys across the state in August and September to monitor white-tailed deer populations.
The nighttime surveys are a critical part of the agency’s deer management plan and help wildlife managers estimate local deer numbers, track population trends and make informed decisions about future hunting seasons and habitat conservation efforts.
This year’s surveys will take place from Aug. 18-29 and Sept. 15-26…