SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that the 2025 West Virginia Wildlife Calendar is now available online and in stores across the state.
This year also marks the 40th anniversary of WVDNR’s publication of the popular calendar, which helps fund important Wildlife Resources Section programs. Calendars can be purchased online at WVstateparks.com.
“For 40 years, the West Virginia Wildlife Calendar has showcased the beauty and diversity of our state’s natural resources and has been instrumental in enabling WVDNR to fulfill its mission of educating people about West Virginia’s fish and wildlife species,” said WVDNR Director Brett McMillion. “With stunning illustrations and important information, this year’s calendar is once again a must-have for hunters, anglers and wildlife lovers. We encourage everyone to pick up a copy and enjoy West Virginia’s finest wildlife all year long.”
The West Virginia Wildlife Calendar features beautiful paintings of state animals, important hunting and fishing dates, peak wildlife activity times, and articles to help people get the most out of their outdoor adventures in 2025. Wildlife paintings included in this year’s calendar include:
- Coyote by Misty Murray-Walkup (January)
- Groundhog by Shelby Oreolt (February)
- Red-shouldered Hawk by Matt Tomko (March)
- Opossum mother and babies by Misty Murray-Walkup (April)
- The Goldfinch by Christine Clayton (May)
- Largemouth Bass by David Kiehm (June)
- Blue-winged Scoter by Christine Clayton (July)
- Black Bear by David Kiehm (August)
- American Toad by Rebecca Wilson (September)
- Box Turtle and Woodcock by Matt Tomko (October)
- Fisher by William Kline (November)
- Elk by Dinah McCloud (December)
Calendars cost $15 each and usually sell out before Christmas, so if you want one, buy it while supplies last. The easiest way to purchase a calendar is to order it online. Visit WVstateparks.com, click on “Merchandise” at the top of the page, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Calendars can also be purchased at select stores across the state. Bulk orders of the Wildlife Calendar are available while supplies last. Those interested in placing a bulk order should call 304-637-0245 or email [email protected]. For more information on the Wildlife Calendar, visit WVdnr.gov/wildlife-calendar.
