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09/07/2026VWDMA Fall Wildlife Control Training SeriesEarn CEUs and get great pest control training!Your expertise is your greatest asset — sharpen it with VWDMA through training events, tried and true techniques, and proven business strategies. The Virginia Wildlife Damage Management Association (VWDMA) brings two days of wildlife control specific training to Virginia WCOs. VWDMA Fall Conference - October 12th, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm - 8 VA CNAP CEUs NWCOA Bat Standards Part I - October 13th, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm - 8 VA CNAP CEUs & NWCOA Certification Both events will be held at the Virginia Tech Richmond Center located at 2810 N. Parham Rd, Suite 300 Henrico, VA 23294. Early registration recommended! Read More |
08/18/2026VWDMA Hosts Successful 2026 Spring ConferenceVWDMA’s 2026 Spring Conference brought together 53 wildlife control professionals in Richmond for a full day of training, industry updates, and networking. Attendees earned eight approved CNAP CEU credits while gaining practical guidance on wildlife biology, safety, exclusion, trapping, bird control, customer communication, and emerging wildlife issues in Virginia. Read More |
08/17/2026Researcher says ticks in Virginia could be spreading these three virusesBy Roxy ToddTicks in Virginia may be spreading three rare viruses—Powassan, Heartland, and Bourbon. Researchers emphasize prevention because these illnesses can be serious and have no specific antibiotic treatment. Read More |
08/15/2026What’s In DWR’s Back Yard? By Leah CardWildlife Control Operators know firsthand that wildlife is often closer than we realize. In this Virginia DWR article, trail camera photos captured near the agency’s Henrico headquarters reveal the variety of species living alongside people in suburban environments. The article also offers practical tips for preventing wildlife conflicts around homes and properties while allowing wildlife to remain wild. Read More |
08/15/2026Carry the Outdoors with You: Download Mobile AppCarry the outdoors with you by using the free GoOutdoorsVA app: buy and sync licenses, record harvests, access regulations, and check weather, tides, and more! Read More |
07/22/2026Wildlife Book Club!Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America by Leila Philip.Every other month, the Wildlife Center of Virginia selects a book related to wildlife, ecology, or natural history to read and discuss. The text-based bi-monthly sessions take place on the Virginia Wildlife Center Critter Cam Page as a moderated discussion. Visit the Virginia Wildlife Center Critter Cam Page and look for the moderated discussion panel on the right-hand side of the page. There is no video or audio of the book club; simply read along and type your thoughts and reactions about the book. Anyone is welcome to join—whether you've read the book or not! Keep track of past books, future books, and books of interest on our Goodreads account. Read More |
04/01/2026Turtles Safely Released into the WildVirginia State Herpetologist J.D. Kleopfer holds a spotted turtle before releasing it into the wild.Genetic testing helped identify the native population of confiscated spotted turtles, allowing them to be safely released in Virginia. This case shows how genetics, disease screening, rehabilitation, and agency cooperation can support wildlife management by protecting population health and genetic diversity. Read More |
