I’m new to Va Area looking to do some rabbit Hunting in Local WMA I have hounds just looking for some good Habitat Thanks

I would love to hear some thoughts on whether a new hunting trying to get into deer hunting should start with hunting squirrels as an easy way to get out, take shots, etc. Thanks!

Is there a hunter's app where I can share my location to anyone? Saw some apps in a Google search, but they seem aimed at keeping track of friends on a group outing. I expect to be solo, and last thing I want to do is ruin someone else's day, so is there a popular way to say "I'm over here!" to strangers?

I've gotten two hunts and one deer under my belt, so I'm still considering myself a beginner. Previously, I was able to be guided on some private land by a relative, but this year I'm planning to give public lands a try. Booked some time off for early in the season, and the nearest WMA to me is Oakly Forest, so any extra tips about that area would be appreciated.

Hello All!

Me and my friends decided to pivot and hunt deer this November, we are doing our safety course last week of October online, and are looking for WMA’s where we can hunt with rifle.

Any tips, tricks or advice is welcome!

Hey, everyone

Seeking a hunting mentor or buddy or land to hunt on. I live in Manassas, so I can easily travel to Loudoun, Fauquier, Stafford, Catlet, Nokesville, Warrenton, etc.

Novice hunter, 29-years old, been “hunting” for two years but those were just managed hunts, didn’t even see anything. I’m athletic, stay active and have extensive experience with firearms outside of hunting. I have my own firearms and pop-up blind and all other bare-minimum necessary gear.

I really want to get more traction with this interest, eager to learn and get experience, so I’m wanting to not lose another season waiting around. Really appreciate any advice, tips, or otherwise.

I see alot of posts from people in the 757 and dont see this property mentioned much as its not an official WMA and is run by Isle of Wight County. Its a pretty nice chunk of property that doesn't get alot of use in my experience. Have harvested some nice deer in this area in this past so thought I'd pass it along to yall. I dont want this post to get taken down for providing the link but you can just search "Isle of Wight - Blackwater Permitting Information" and get where you need to go.

Its $100 a year for non-residents of Isle of wight and about a 45 min drive from norfolk. Its the largest piece of "public" in the area, and most of it is untouched.

I'm 40 in the Chesterfield area and really want to get into hunting. Particularly deer. Went to a friend's farm in Cumberland a few times last year with no luck. Would really like to find somebody with experience to show me the ropes. Have a gun & gear. As an avid fisherman, I feel like that guy you see blind casting into the middle of the lake without understanding cover, animal behavior, processing; etc. Willing to help hang stands, clear brush, general labor as trade. I also hate spot burners, so you dont have to worry about that. If you're up for some company I'd love to tag along

I currently live in Hampton Roads and public land hunting over here is rather dry, I am looking to join a hunt club that has a spot for a new member

I've been out there scouting during the week for my first season bow hunting. It's basically empty, which may not be a good indicator of pressure since the season hasn't started, but I'm curious if anybody has insight on this land.

Youth weekend and walk outside and see a couple deer and an Albino!! Really like to get everyone’s opinion on if they would take the shot or let it walk?

Anybody ever hunted the Merrifield WMA in Clarksville? My wife has family who lives in the neighborhood that borders it and there are deer everywhere when driving through it. We're visiting the weekend of October 16th-18th and I've been cleared to hunt the mornings.

Just wondering if anyone knows how much pressure it gets put under during bow season, how busy it gets, etc. Thanks in advance!

I grew up hunting in West Virginia and Ohio. I assume VA is much like WV. I’m in the navy so I’m moving to Norfolk. Need some advice for good spots to check out somewhat in that area

Looking for recommendations for a really good whitetail taxidermist within about 2 hours of Richmond, VA. Mainly looking for shoulder mounts. Quality is more important than price — especially realistic eyes, ears, facial detail, and overall anatomy.
Who have y’all personally used and been happy with?

Hi all, Im new to hunting, started with white tail archery on private land. Im curious about still hunting deer on public land during rifle season and wanted to get advice on rifles/calibers. Does anyone here do that, and if you do, what range do you normally take shots from? Im considering purchasing a .357 lever gun to go with my revolver, but Im wondering if I’ll be missing out by not using a longer range rifle cartridge like .270. I imagine the heavy woods in our state makes long distance rare.

My daughter and I are looking at getting into hunting she approached me about it. We live in colonial heights Virginia just outside of Richmond. She’s 11 I’m 31 I have no experience and looking for someone experienced to help us get started. Would like to get her out on youth day. In the process of getting our licenses this week.

Hello!

Me and my friends are looking to get into hunting this year and were wondering if it’s too hard to start learning on your own? We are thinking maybe a turkey hunt would be good to get us starters for our first time. Any tips or suggestions would be very appreciated

First year bow hunting in VA coming from SC and wow, holy shit, I’ve heard probably 7-8 gunshots in the last couple of hours. Is this normal? Do people just not care about hunting regulations up here?

Anyone use the states Hunter Finder (H-finder) to get on new properties? It looks like a cool program to connect hunters with landowners, just wondering if anyone is using it with any success. Good stories, bad stories welcome.

I just signed up for it. I’m trying to get on new properties closer to home in Loudoun County and have found it challenging.

Hey all, brand new hunter here (just got my license and safety done). I'm planning to try dove next weekend. I was supposed to have a friend with me who is a seasoned hunter but he might be out now. I don't have any land owning contacts so planning to just...go try I guess? Thinking about powhatan or amelia WMA. Anyone have any tips or experience with these? Getting into hunting is hard when you have no community lol.

I live in New Kent county, last year I used Lazy Creek deer processing but just saw they will not be processing this year.

Looking for a new quality place that I can take a deer to be processed this year. Preferably with a freezer drop off Incase I harvest one in the evening and it takes a little bit to find.

Thanks in Advance.

Hey, I’m new in Virginia, just moved from TN. I’ve deer hunted my whole life. This is the first time I’ve had to hunt public land really hard and I’m finding out it’s pretty challenging due to hunting pressure. Is there anyone who knows the best way to find big bucks on Ameilia WMA? I have a few cameras out in some decent looking spots. Just put them out this week. Any recommendations for Virginia?