This record does not carry a regulation the state has. kind: photograph and figure — description: PDF p.17 (folio 15) measures 100.0% image: a full-page green background, an inset panel behind the CWD text, a white-tailed deer photograph and a photograph of a CWD voluntary testing collection site. **The photograph of the collection-site sign carries printed instructions that exist in no text layer** -- "CWD TESTING INSTRUCTIONS" and several lines of small type -- and they are NOT read here. They are procedural instructions for submitting a sample rather than a season, a bag limit or a scope, and the page prints the authoritative pointer beside them (www.dwr.virginia.gov/cwd), which is published as a row. Recorded because a photograph of text is exactly the case Minnesota's zone map and Florida's antler-point map were declared for.
This record does not carry a regulation the state has. kind: cross-references — description: **THE DEER BAG LIMITS ARE NOT IN THIS GUIDE, AND THAT IS THE HEADLINE GAP.** The Bag Limit box on PDF p.15 prints no number at all: it prints "Daily and seasonal bag limits (which vary according to location and are available online) apply across all deer seasons (archery, muzzleloader, and firearms)." That sentence is published above as a pointer, not as a limit. PDF p.14 lists "Bag limits and exceptions" among the things found only online. **So this compilation tells a hunter when Virginia's deer seasons run, in which localities, and on which days either sex may be taken, and does NOT tell them how many deer they may take.** The figures are on dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/regulations/deer, which is HTML and is not this document; taking them from there and publishing them under this PDF's citation and sha256 is the one defect class this product exists to prevent. Closing it needs a second, separately cited source.
This record does not carry a regulation the state has. kind: cross-references — description: **Ten further subjects are named by the guide as online-only and are therefore absent**, listed verbatim on PDF p.14 and published above as a row: general information, unlawful methods, legal methods and restrictions, antlered vs. antlerless identification, bonus deer permits, Earn-a-Buck, antler point restrictions, tree-stand safety guidelines, youth and apprentice regulations, and hunting with dogs. Two of those ten -- Earn-A-Buck and antler point restrictions -- ARE also summarised on PDF p.15 and are published above from that summary; the guide's own list says the full versions are elsewhere, so even those two rows are a summary of a summary. **A hunter cannot lawfully hunt deer in Virginia from these rows alone**, and this compilation says so rather than letting the silence read as "there is no such rule".
This record does not carry a regulation the state has. kind: cross-references — description: **Three season rows point at a quota or managed hunt this guide does not describe.** On PDF p.19 the SEASON DATES cell for Hog Island, Merrimac Farm and Princess Anne reads "Refer to quota and managed hunts" instead of a date range, and Chickahominy's either-sex entry reads "Antlered deer only. Antlerless by quota". Those rows are published with the page's own words in the dates field rather than left dateless or guessed at. **The quota-hunt rules are on PDF p.37 (folio 35) of this same file, which is outside the deer section and is NOT read here**, and they state a requirement: "To participate, hunters must apply pre-season and submit a non-refundable application fee." That page was opened and read before this gap was written, so the omission is a scope decision rather than something nobody looked at; PDF p.36 (folio 34) likewise says complete public-land information is online only.
This record does not carry a regulation the state has. kind: cross-references — description: **Two rows cite pages of this guide that this extraction does not read, and neither is a deer season.** The row bullets on PDF p.18 name "Local Firearms Ordinances, page 6" (folio 6 = PDF p.8), which is the list of localities whose ordinances forbid discharging a firearm; and PDF p.14 directs deer hunters to "General Hunting Regulations" on the DWR website. The Arlington / Hampton / Richmond bullet published above therefore says archery is permitted and does not carry the ordinance text that makes firearms unlawful there.

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Virginia

deer · 2026

What this is, and what it is not

huntregs is not the law and is not an official edition of any state’s regulations: no state agency writes, reviews, publishes or approves it, and where a page here differs from the agency document it cites, the agency document is the regulation and this page is wrong.

It is an editorial compilation of state agency regulation documents: every row is carried verbatim out of one named document, cited by title, identified by the sha256 of the exact bytes we read, and printed beside the source lines it was read from.

What we do carry

What we do not carry

Error direction — If this record is wrong, it is most likely wrong toward saying you MAY do something you may not.

That is the direction that ends in a citation, or in a hunter on ground the state has closed. Read the signals below before you use any row on this page.

Derived by rule from this record's own declared gaps, its own integrity fields and its own rows. It is not a score and there is no confidence number: the counts below count signals, nothing more.

5 over-permissive · 4 undeterminable · 0 under-permissive · 8 declared gap(s), 5 of which the record says carry regulation · 83 row(s) scanned

6 signal(s), most dangerous first. The evidence lines below are the rule's own excerpts, cut at 220 characters; every gap is printed in full and verbatim under what this record does not carry.

overOVER: the gap names a restriction, requirement, closure or supersession the record does not carry [limit_or_quota='bag limit', antler_rule='antler-point', disease_or_bait='CWD']; a row read without it is broader than the regulation

known_gaps[2]: PDF p.17 (folio 15) measures 100.0% image: a full-page green background, an inset panel behind the CWD text, a white-tailed deer photograph and a photograph of a CWD voluntary testing collection site. **The photograph o…

overOVER: the gap names a restriction, requirement, closure or supersession the record does not carry [limit_or_quota='BAG LIMIT']; a row read without it is broader than the regulation

known_gaps[3]: **THE DEER BAG LIMITS ARE NOT IN THIS GUIDE, AND THAT IS THE HEADLINE GAP.** The Bag Limit box on PDF p.15 prints no number at all: it prints "Daily and seasonal bag limits (which vary according to location and are avai…

overOVER: a restriction/requirement this record does not carry [prohibition='unlawful', restriction='restrict', antler_rule='antler point', hours_method_zone='legal method', not_an_entitlement='cannot lawfully hunt']; the gap ALSO names an opportunity it does not carry [extra_allowance='bonus deer'], so it errs both ways and the dangerous direction is reported

known_gaps[4]: **Ten further subjects are named by the guide as online-only and are therefore absent**, listed verbatim on PDF p.14 and published above as a row: general information, unlawful methods, legal methods and restrictions, a…

overOVER: the gap names a restriction, requirement, closure or supersession the record does not carry [obligation='requirement', limit_or_quota='quota']; a row read without it is broader than the regulation

known_gaps[5]: **Three season rows point at a quota or managed hunt this guide does not describe.** On PDF p.19 the SEASON DATES cell for Hog Island, Merrimac Farm and Princess Anne reads "Refer to quota and managed hunts" instead of …

overOVER: the gap names a restriction, requirement, closure or supersession the record does not carry [prohibition='unlawful']; a row read without it is broader than the regulation

known_gaps[6]: **Two rows cite pages of this guide that this extraction does not read, and neither is a deer season.** The row bullets on PDF p.18 name "Local Firearms Ordinances, page 6" (folio 6 = PDF p.8), which is the list of loca…

unknown2 page boundary/boundaries beside the cited range were never inspected. A table that continues past a citation loses whole rows — the missing rows could be further seasons (under) or the restrictions on the ones published (over), and this is the check five states went OFFLINE for skipping.

p13 (beside cited p14) — neither page draws vertical rules — the Arkansas class, and this method cannot see prose, so the continu…
p20 (beside cited p19) — the uncited neighbour draws none; the cited page does — the safest case, the neighbour is probably prose…
what this rule cannot see

Across the published records the record-level answer is almost always over. That is a statement about how regulation is written — what is missing from a compilation is usually a restriction — not a ranking of states.

Record integrity

Current through — the document this record was read from, and nothing later than it:

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

sha256 b31f7609baa145c9156c338bf03240d0fd8cc7a2bf90ca9cd6a9b27c1a675d3d

The document is those bytes. A URL is a name; if the publisher replaces the file behind it, this hash stops matching and the mismatch is the finding.

We fetched it on 2026-08-08. That is our retrieval date, not a publication date. This record carries no date on which its publisher issued, adopted, amended or last revised that document, so this page states none. Any effective, issue or adoption date the document states of itself is inside the citation above, in the publisher’s own words — nothing here lifts it out or restates it as a fact of ours.

The publisher is named inside that citation, in the publisher’s own words. This record carries no publisher field of its own, so nothing here names one separately.

The record states its own regulation year as 2026. That is the record’s field, not a currency claim: a record may state a year older than the day we fetched it, and where it does, it says so here.

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

6 page(s) cited

Coverage, every declared gap and every swept line are below, under what this record does not carry.

Check this page against the source

Do not take our word for it. The document every row on this page was read out of is one tap away, and checking us against it is exactly what the citation, the sha256 and the source lines under each row are for.

Open the source document → https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

If that document says something this page does not, the document is the regulation and this page is wrong. The copy we read is the one whose sha256 is above; if the publisher has replaced the file since 2026-08-08, yours will not match ours, and that difference is the thing worth knowing.

What this record does not carry

derived Virginia declares 8 gaps, of which 5 are regulation this compilation does not carry.

5 gap(s) the record says carry regulation

These are regulation that exists and is not in here. They are printed in full, in the record's own words.

photograph and figure

PDF p.17 (folio 15) measures 100.0% image: a full-page green background, an inset panel behind the CWD text, a white-tailed deer photograph and a photograph of a CWD voluntary testing collection site. **The photograph of the collection-site sign carries printed instructions that exist in no text layer** -- "CWD TESTING INSTRUCTIONS" and several lines of small type -- and they are NOT read here. They are procedural instructions for submitting a sample rather than a season, a bag limit or a scope, and the page prints the authoritative pointer beside them (www.dwr.virginia.gov/cwd), which is published as a row. Recorded because a photograph of text is exactly the case Minnesota's zone map and Florida's antler-point map were declared for.

derived family: figure/diagram/chart, photograph/graphic/advertisement

Who does have it

Not us. Virginia’s agency publishes the document this record was read from, and that document — not this page — is where the material above has to be chased:

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Where the description above names some other document, register, office or telephone number, that naming is the record’s own and is printed in full above. Nothing here has followed it up for you, and nothing here has re-typed it.

cross-references

**THE DEER BAG LIMITS ARE NOT IN THIS GUIDE, AND THAT IS THE HEADLINE GAP.** The Bag Limit box on PDF p.15 prints no number at all: it prints "Daily and seasonal bag limits (which vary according to location and are available online) apply across all deer seasons (archery, muzzleloader, and firearms)." That sentence is published above as a pointer, not as a limit. PDF p.14 lists "Bag limits and exceptions" among the things found only online. **So this compilation tells a hunter when Virginia's deer seasons run, in which localities, and on which days either sex may be taken, and does NOT tell them how many deer they may take.** The figures are on dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/regulations/deer, which is HTML and is not this document; taking them from there and publishing them under this PDF's citation and sha256 is the one defect class this product exists to prevent. Closing it needs a second, separately cited source.

derived family: cross-reference

Who does have it

Not us. Virginia’s agency publishes the document this record was read from, and that document — not this page — is where the material above has to be chased:

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Where the description above names some other document, register, office or telephone number, that naming is the record’s own and is printed in full above. Nothing here has followed it up for you, and nothing here has re-typed it.

cross-references

**Ten further subjects are named by the guide as online-only and are therefore absent**, listed verbatim on PDF p.14 and published above as a row: general information, unlawful methods, legal methods and restrictions, antlered vs. antlerless identification, bonus deer permits, Earn-a-Buck, antler point restrictions, tree-stand safety guidelines, youth and apprentice regulations, and hunting with dogs. Two of those ten -- Earn-A-Buck and antler point restrictions -- ARE also summarised on PDF p.15 and are published above from that summary; the guide's own list says the full versions are elsewhere, so even those two rows are a summary of a summary. **A hunter cannot lawfully hunt deer in Virginia from these rows alone**, and this compilation says so rather than letting the silence read as "there is no such rule".

derived family: cross-reference

Who does have it

Not us. Virginia’s agency publishes the document this record was read from, and that document — not this page — is where the material above has to be chased:

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Where the description above names some other document, register, office or telephone number, that naming is the record’s own and is printed in full above. Nothing here has followed it up for you, and nothing here has re-typed it.

cross-references

**Three season rows point at a quota or managed hunt this guide does not describe.** On PDF p.19 the SEASON DATES cell for Hog Island, Merrimac Farm and Princess Anne reads "Refer to quota and managed hunts" instead of a date range, and Chickahominy's either-sex entry reads "Antlered deer only. Antlerless by quota". Those rows are published with the page's own words in the dates field rather than left dateless or guessed at. **The quota-hunt rules are on PDF p.37 (folio 35) of this same file, which is outside the deer section and is NOT read here**, and they state a requirement: "To participate, hunters must apply pre-season and submit a non-refundable application fee." That page was opened and read before this gap was written, so the omission is a scope decision rather than something nobody looked at; PDF p.36 (folio 34) likewise says complete public-land information is online only.

derived family: cross-reference

Who does have it

Not us. Virginia’s agency publishes the document this record was read from, and that document — not this page — is where the material above has to be chased:

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Where the description above names some other document, register, office or telephone number, that naming is the record’s own and is printed in full above. Nothing here has followed it up for you, and nothing here has re-typed it.

cross-references

**Two rows cite pages of this guide that this extraction does not read, and neither is a deer season.** The row bullets on PDF p.18 name "Local Firearms Ordinances, page 6" (folio 6 = PDF p.8), which is the list of localities whose ordinances forbid discharging a firearm; and PDF p.14 directs deer hunters to "General Hunting Regulations" on the DWR website. The Arlington / Hampton / Richmond bullet published above therefore says archery is permitted and does not carry the ordinance text that makes firearms unlawful there.

derived family: cross-reference

Who does have it

Not us. Virginia’s agency publishes the document this record was read from, and that document — not this page — is where the material above has to be chased:

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Where the description above names some other document, register, office or telephone number, that naming is the record’s own and is printed in full above. Nothing here has followed it up for you, and nothing here has re-typed it.

3 further gap(s) the record says carry no regulation

declared by the record, which states these carry no regulation. They are published because the reason a thing was not read is part of the evidence.

photograph

PDF p.14 (folio 12) is 93.0% image: a full-bleed white-tailed deer photograph carrying the section title "Deer Hunting", plus a page-wide background texture and a QR code drawn as vector curves. The QR code encodes dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/regulations/deer, which the page also prints as text beneath it and which is published above as a row. **No regulation is carried in the image**; every word on this page is in the text layer and is read.

derived family: photograph/graphic/advertisement

photograph and figure

PDF p.15 (folio 13) measures 93.3% image and 5.7% curves. The image is a page-wide background texture plus a "Notes from the Field" newsletter advertisement with an elk photograph, ruled out by name above. The curves are a QR code for the Earn-A-Buck FAQs, whose url the page also prints as text. **No regulation is carried in the graphics**: the Bag Limit, Earn-A-Buck and Antler Point Restriction boxes are all text and all read.

derived family: figure/diagram/chart, photograph/graphic/advertisement

unread page

The cited file has 40 pages and 6 are read. The deer section is bounded by the guide's own photographic section openers -- "Deer Hunting" on PDF p.14 and "Elk Hunting" on PDF p.20 -- and BOTH boundary pages were rendered and read before the range was fixed. PDF p.20 carries one sentence that mentions deer: "In all areas outside of Buchanan, Dickenson, and Wise counties, any elk (bull, cow, or calf) can be taken on any day of an open deer season (archery, muzzleloader, or firearms)." That is elk regulation scoped BY the deer seasons, not deer regulation, and it is not published here. The other 33 pages are bear, turkey, small game, furbearer, trapping and migratory bird seasons, licences and advertising.

derived family: unread page or section

Coverage

100.0% of MIXED, and counted separately because the same percentage means different things: 186 drawn table cells and 8 rows of words outside every cell on the three ruled season pages (PDF pp.16, 18, 19), plus 120 non-blank pypdf text lines on the three prose pages (PDF pp.14, 15, 17). 314 units in all. The cell count is the strong half -- every word of every season sits inside a rectangle the publisher drew, at every threshold from min_w 20 to 6. core.unruled_rows reports no undrawn row on PDF pp.18 and 19 and ONE on p.16, which is the second table's own printed heading standing in the white space between two tables, named and consumed -- not a lost row. Inside the season tables the ONLY units classified not-data are the 17 column-header cells and the 3 running feet, each matched by a named pattern; there is no catch-all sweep in this adapter

derived: this percentage is over the units named above, on the pages this record cites. It is not a percentage of the state's regulation. The gaps above are what a full percentage would have to count and cannot.

6 page(s) cited
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2 page boundary/boundaries never inspected
p13 (beside cited p14) — neither page draws vertical rules — the Arkansas class, and this method cannot see prose, so the continuation check cannot fire. NOT a clean result: it was never inspected.
p20 (beside cited p19) — the uncited neighbour draws none; the cited page does — the safest case, the neighbour is probably prose, but prose is how Utah lost nine pages, so the continuation check cannot fire. NOT a clean result: it was never inspected.
35 library repair(s)
line: 6; was: • Antlered vs . antlerless identification; now: • Antlered vs. antlerless identification; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 16; was: Archery (see p .14), Muzzleloader (see p .14), and Firearms seasons (see p .16 – 17); now: Archery (see p.14), Muzzleloader (see p.14), and Firearms seasons (see p.16 – 17); basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 19; was: for up-to-date info and regulations; now: for up-to-date info and regulations; basis: a U+00A0 NO-BREAK SPACE, which core.normalise does not collapse; folded to U+0020. This is North Carolina's U+2002 defect one codepoint over, and it published the page title glued to a paragraph here before it was folded
line: 61; was: third antlered deer in that city or town.; now: third antlered deer in that city or town.; basis: a U+00A0 NO-BREAK SPACE, which core.normalise does not collapse; folded to U+0020. This is North Carolina's U+2002 defect one codepoint over, and it published the page title glued to a paragraph here before it was folded
line: 73; was: from the Field today!; now: from the Field today!; basis: a U+00A0 NO-BREAK SPACE, which core.normalise does not collapse; folded to U+0020. This is North Carolina's U+2002 defect one codepoint over, and it published the page title glued to a paragraph here before it was folded
line: 119; was: On private lands in Augusta, Botetourt, Carroll, Clarke, Craig, Floyd, Frederick, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of Rts. 613 and 731), Scott, Shenan- doah, Smyth, Warren, and Wythe counties and and all cities and towns within.; now: On private lands in Augusta, Botetourt, Carroll, Clarke, Craig, Floyd, Frederick, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of Rts. 613 and 731), Scott, Shenandoah, Smyth, Warren, and Wythe counties and and all cities and towns within.; basis: a hyphen at a line break INSIDE a drawn cell; closed by core.close_wrapped_hyphens against the booklet's own vocabulary
line: 123; was: On all National Forest and DWR-owned lands (except the Highland WMA), in Rockingham Coun- ty (west of Rts. 613 and 731), on Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, and Flannagan Reservoir. Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer Regulation applies.; now: On all National Forest and DWR-owned lands (except the Highland WMA), in Rockingham County (west of Rts. 613 and 731), on Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, and Flannagan Reservoir. Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer Regulation applies.; basis: a hyphen at a line break INSIDE a drawn cell; closed by core.close_wrapped_hyphens against the booklet's own vocabulary
line: 127; was: In the counties and all cities and town within of Henry and Patrick, and Federal- and DWR- owned lands in Franklin County.; now: In the counties and all cities and town within of Henry and Patrick, and Federal- and DWR-owned lands in Franklin County.; basis: a hyphen at a line break INSIDE a drawn cell; closed by core.close_wrapped_hyphens against the booklet's own vocabulary
line: 146; was: Areas, instructions on submitting a deer for testing, testing locations, and deer; now: Areas, instructions on submitting a deer for testing, testing locations, and deer; basis: a U+00A0 NO-BREAK SPACE, which core.normalise does not collapse; folded to U+0020. This is North Carolina's U+2002 defect one codepoint over, and it published the page title glued to a paragraph here before it was folded
line: 149; was: Control CWD; now: Control CWD; basis: a U+00A0 NO-BREAK SPACE, which core.normalise does not collapse; folded to U+0020. This is North Carolina's U+2002 defect one codepoint over, and it published the page title glued to a paragraph here before it was folded
line: 151; was: the deer family . The disease is caused by an infectious protein called a prion and is transmitted to; now: the deer family. The disease is caused by an infectious protein called a prion and is transmitted to; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 153; was: result of environmental contamination . It typically takes 12-24 months before CWD-infected animals; now: result of environmental contamination. It typically takes 12-24 months before CWD-infected animals; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 155; was: emaciation) however, they shed infectious prions throughout the entire incubation period .; now: emaciation) however, they shed infectious prions throughout the entire incubation period.; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 156; was: The potential impacts of CWD to the white-tailed deer populations of Virginia are a serious concern .; now: The potential impacts of CWD to the white-tailed deer populations of Virginia are a serious concern.; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 158; was: point, eating infected animals is not advised . DWR leads Virginia’s CWD surveillance and management; now: point, eating infected animals is not advised. DWR leads Virginia’s CWD surveillance and management; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 160; was: constituent groups to implement surveillance and management strategies .; now: constituent groups to implement surveillance and management strategies.; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 163; was: point sources like feeding sites . As such, it; now: point sources like feeding sites . As such, it; basis: a U+00A0 NO-BREAK SPACE, which core.normalise does not collapse; folded to U+0020. This is North Carolina's U+2002 defect one codepoint over, and it published the page title glued to a paragraph here before it was folded
line: 163; was: point sources like feeding sites . As such, it; now: point sources like feeding sites. As such, it; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 164; was: is illegal to feed deer in Virginia for any; now: is illegal to feed deer in Virginia for any; basis: a U+00A0 NO-BREAK SPACE, which core.normalise does not collapse; folded to U+0020. This is North Carolina's U+2002 defect one codepoint over, and it published the page title glued to a paragraph here before it was folded
line: 166; was: miles of a known CWD-positive deer .; now: miles of a known CWD-positive deer.; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 169; was: your deer tested for CWD . Testing helps; now: your deer tested for CWD. Testing helps; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 172; was: spread . This information is crucial to; now: spread. This information is crucial to; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 174; was: disease . Voluntary testing is also available; now: disease. Voluntary testing is also available; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 176; was: regional DWR offices .; now: regional DWR offices.; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 178; was: high-risk CWD areas to lower-risk areas . It; now: high-risk CWD areas to lower-risk areas. It; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 180; was: outside of DMAs . A full description of; now: outside of DMAs. A full description of; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
line: 182; was: can be found at the website below .; now: can be found at the website below.; basis: this page sets terminal punctuation after a positioning gap wide enough that BOTH pypdf and pdfplumber return a space before it; the rendered page prints none, and gate S-B reads the rendered page
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season (62)

Early Archery

Oct. 3 – Nov. 13

2026-10-03 → 2026-11-13 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedOct. 3 – Nov. 13
either_sex_daysOct. 3 - Nov. 13 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesStatewide. (Firearms season in Chesapeake, Suffolk [east of the Dismal Swamp line], and Virginia Beach overlaps early archery season.)
notable_restrictions
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ARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Early Archery
Oct. 3 – Nov. 13
Statewide. (Firearms season in Chesapeake, Suffolk [east of the Dismal Swamp line], and Virginia Beach overlaps early archery season.)
Oct. 3 - Nov. 13 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Archery

Dec. 13 – Jan. 2

2026-12-13 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedDec. 13 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysDec. 13 - Jan. 2 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesIn Henry and Patrick counties (including the cities and towns within), in all areas west of the Blue Ridge except in Clarke and Floyd counties and on private lands in Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of routes 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Warren, and Wythe counties.
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ARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Archery
Dec. 13 – Jan. 2
In Henry and Patrick counties (including the cities and towns within), in all areas west of the Blue Ridge except in Clarke and Floyd counties and on private lands in Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of routes 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Warren, and Wythe counties.
Dec. 13 - Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Archery

Nov. 29 – Jan. 2

2026-11-29 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedNov. 29 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 29 - Jan. 2 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesIn the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Alleghany, Bath, Bland, Buchanan, Dickenson, Highland, Lee, Rockingham (west of Rts 613 and 731), Russell, Scott, Tazewell, and Wise; On all National Forest and DWR-owned lands west of the Blue Ridge; On the C.F. Phelps WMA; On National Forest lands in Amherst, Bedford, and Nelson counties.
notable_restrictions
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ARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Archery
Nov. 29 – Jan. 2
In the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Alleghany, Bath, Bland, Buchanan, Dickenson, Highland, Lee, Rockingham (west of Rts 613 and 731), Russell, Scott, Tazewell, and Wise; On all National Forest and DWR-owned lands west of the Blue Ridge; On the C.F. Phelps WMA; On National Forest lands in Amherst, Bedford, and Nelson counties.
Nov. 29 - Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Archery

Dec. 1 – Jan. 2

2026-12-01 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedDec. 1 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysDec. 1 - Jan. 2 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesIn the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach
notable_restrictions
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season_tableARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
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ARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Archery
Dec. 1 – Jan. 2
In the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach
Dec. 1 - Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Urban Archery

Sep. 5 – Oct. 2

2026-09-05 → 2026-10-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedSep. 5 – Oct. 2 Jan. 3 – Mar. 28
either_sex_daysAntlerless only
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesWithin the incorporated limits of the cities of Charlottesville, Chesapeake (except on DWR-owned lands), Colonial Heights, Danville, Emporia, Franklin, Fredericksburg, Galax, Harrisonburg, Hopewell, Lexington, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Newport News, Poquoson, Radford, Richmond, Salem, Staunton, Suffolk, and Winchester, and in the towns of Altavista, Amherst, Bedford, Blacksburg, Blackstone, Boones Mill, Buchanan, Cedar Bluff, Chatham, Christiansburg, Farmville, Front Royal, Halifax, Hillsville, Hurt, Independence, Irvington, Kenbridge, Lebanon, Pearisburg, Pulaski, Richlands, Rocky Mount, Saltville, Scottsville, Smithfield, Stuart, Tazewell, Victoria, West Point, and Wytheville, and in the counties of Chesterfield, Fairfax, James City, Prince William (except DOD land and DWR-owned land), Roanoke (except on National Forest and DWR-owned lands), Stafford, and York.
notable_restrictions
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ARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Urban Archery
Sep. 5 – Oct. 2 Jan. 3 – Mar. 28
Within the incorporated limits of the cities of Charlottesville, Chesapeake (except on DWR-owned lands), Colonial Heights, Danville, Emporia, Franklin, Fredericksburg, Galax, Harrisonburg, Hopewell, Lexington, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Newport News, Poquoson, Radford, Richmond, Salem, Staunton, Suffolk, and Winchester, and in the towns of Altavista, Amherst, Bedford, Blacksburg, Blackstone, Boones Mill, Buchanan, Cedar Bluff, Chatham, Christiansburg, Farmville, Front Royal, Halifax, Hillsville, Hurt, Independence, Irvington, Kenbridge, Lebanon, Pearisburg, Pulaski, Richlands, Rocky Mount, Saltville, Scottsville, Smithfield, Stuart, Tazewell, Victoria, West Point, and Wytheville, and in the counties of Chesterfield, Fairfax, James City, Prince William (except DOD land and DWR-owned land), Roanoke (except on National Forest and DWR-owned lands), Stafford, and York.
Antlerless only

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Urban Archery

Jan. 3 – Mar. 28

2027-01-03 → 2027-03-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedSep. 5 – Oct. 2 Jan. 3 – Mar. 28
either_sex_daysAntlerless only
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesWithin the incorporated limits of the cities of Charlottesville, Chesapeake (except on DWR-owned lands), Colonial Heights, Danville, Emporia, Franklin, Fredericksburg, Galax, Harrisonburg, Hopewell, Lexington, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Newport News, Poquoson, Radford, Richmond, Salem, Staunton, Suffolk, and Winchester, and in the towns of Altavista, Amherst, Bedford, Blacksburg, Blackstone, Boones Mill, Buchanan, Cedar Bluff, Chatham, Christiansburg, Farmville, Front Royal, Halifax, Hillsville, Hurt, Independence, Irvington, Kenbridge, Lebanon, Pearisburg, Pulaski, Richlands, Rocky Mount, Saltville, Scottsville, Smithfield, Stuart, Tazewell, Victoria, West Point, and Wytheville, and in the counties of Chesterfield, Fairfax, James City, Prince William (except DOD land and DWR-owned land), Roanoke (except on National Forest and DWR-owned lands), Stafford, and York.
notable_restrictions
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ARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Urban Archery
Sep. 5 – Oct. 2 Jan. 3 – Mar. 28
Within the incorporated limits of the cities of Charlottesville, Chesapeake (except on DWR-owned lands), Colonial Heights, Danville, Emporia, Franklin, Fredericksburg, Galax, Harrisonburg, Hopewell, Lexington, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Newport News, Poquoson, Radford, Richmond, Salem, Staunton, Suffolk, and Winchester, and in the towns of Altavista, Amherst, Bedford, Blacksburg, Blackstone, Boones Mill, Buchanan, Cedar Bluff, Chatham, Christiansburg, Farmville, Front Royal, Halifax, Hillsville, Hurt, Independence, Irvington, Kenbridge, Lebanon, Pearisburg, Pulaski, Richlands, Rocky Mount, Saltville, Scottsville, Smithfield, Stuart, Tazewell, Victoria, West Point, and Wytheville, and in the counties of Chesterfield, Fairfax, James City, Prince William (except DOD land and DWR-owned land), Roanoke (except on National Forest and DWR-owned lands), Stafford, and York.
Antlerless only

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

NOVA Late Archery

Mar. 29 – Apr. 25

2027-03-29 → 2027-04-25 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedMar. 29 – Apr. 25
either_sex_daysAntlerless only
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesIn the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William (except on DWR-owned lands).
notable_restrictions
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ARCHERY DEER HUNTING SEASONS
NOVA Late Archery
Mar. 29 – Apr. 25
In the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William (except on DWR-owned lands).
Antlerless only

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Early Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge

Oct. 31 – Nov. 13

2026-10-31 → 2026-11-13 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedOct. 31 – Nov. 13
either_sex_daysOct. 31 - Nov. 13 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesIn all areas (including Merrimac Farm WMA and Occoneechee State Park), all cities and towns (except Chesapeake, Suffolk [east of the Dismal Swamp line], and Virginia Beach).
notable_restrictions
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season_tableMUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Early Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge
Oct. 31 – Nov. 13
In all areas (including Merrimac Farm WMA and Occoneechee State Park), all cities and towns (except Chesapeake, Suffolk [east of the Dismal Swamp line], and Virginia Beach).
Oct. 31 - Nov. 13 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Early Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge

Oct. 31 – Nov. 13

2026-10-31 → 2026-11-13 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedOct. 31 – Nov. 13
either_sex_daysNov. 7
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesOn State Forest lands, State Park lands (except Occoneechee State Park), DWR-owned lands (except Merrimac Farm WMA), and Philpott Reservoir.
notable_restrictions
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season_tableMUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Early Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge
Oct. 31 – Nov. 13
On State Forest lands, State Park lands (except Occoneechee State Park), DWR-owned lands (except Merrimac Farm WMA), and Philpott Reservoir.
Nov. 7

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Early Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge

Oct. 31 – Nov. 13

2026-10-31 → 2026-11-13 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedOct. 31 – Nov. 13
either_sex_daysNone
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesOn National Forest lands in Amherst, Bedford, and Nelson counties, Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer Regulation applies.
notable_restrictions
period
season_tableMUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Early Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge
Oct. 31 – Nov. 13
On National Forest lands in Amherst, Bedford, and Nelson counties, Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer Regulation applies.
None

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Early Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge

Oct. 31 – Nov. 13

2026-10-31 → 2026-11-13 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedOct. 31 – Nov. 13
either_sex_daysOct. 31 - Nov. 13 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesOn private lands in Augusta, Botetourt, Carroll, Clarke, Craig, Floyd, Frederick, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of Rts. 613 and 731), Scott, Shenandoah, Smyth, Warren, and Wythe counties and and all cities and towns within.
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Early Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge
Oct. 31 – Nov. 13
On private lands in Augusta, Botetourt, Carroll, Clarke, Craig, Floyd, Frederick, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of Rts. 613 and 731), Scott, Shenandoah, Smyth, Warren, and Wythe counties and and all cities and towns within.
Oct. 31 - Nov. 13 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Early Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge

Oct. 31 – Nov. 13

2026-10-31 → 2026-11-13 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedOct. 31 – Nov. 13
either_sex_daysNov. 7
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesOn private lands in Alleghany, Bath, Bland, Buchanan, Dickenson, Highland, Lee, Rockbridge, Russell, Tazewell, Wise, and Washington counties and on the Highland WMA.
notable_restrictions
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Early Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge
Oct. 31 – Nov. 13
On private lands in Alleghany, Bath, Bland, Buchanan, Dickenson, Highland, Lee, Rockbridge, Russell, Tazewell, Wise, and Washington counties and on the Highland WMA.
Nov. 7

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Early Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge

Oct. 31 – Nov. 13

2026-10-31 → 2026-11-13 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedOct. 31 – Nov. 13
either_sex_daysNone
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesOn all National Forest and DWR-owned lands (except the Highland WMA), in Rockingham County (west of Rts. 613 and 731), on Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, and Flannagan Reservoir. Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer Regulation applies.
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Early Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge
Oct. 31 – Nov. 13
On all National Forest and DWR-owned lands (except the Highland WMA), in Rockingham County (west of Rts. 613 and 731), on Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, and Flannagan Reservoir. Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer Regulation applies.
None

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge

Dec. 12 – Jan. 2

2026-12-12 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedDec. 12 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysDec. 12 - Jan. 2 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge
Dec. 12 – Jan. 2
In the counties and all cities and town within of Henry and Patrick, and Federal- and DWR-owned lands in Franklin County.
Dec. 12 - Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge

Dec. 12 – Jan. 2

2026-12-12 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
dates_printedDec. 12 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysDec. 28 - Jan. 2
either_sex_days_note
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge
Dec. 12 – Jan. 2
In the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach.
Dec. 28 - Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge

Dec. 12 – Jan. 2

2026-12-12 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
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either_sex_daysJan. 2
either_sex_days_note
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Muzzleloader East of the Blue Ridge
Dec. 12 – Jan. 2
On National Forest lands in Amherst, Bedford, and Nelson counties.
Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge

Dec. 12 – Jan. 2

2026-12-12 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
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either_sex_days_note
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge
Dec. 12 – Jan. 2
On private lands in Augusta, Botetourt, Craig, Giles, Grayson, Scott, and Smyth counties and and all cities and towns within.
Dec. 12 - Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge

Dec. 12 – Jan. 2

2026-12-12 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge
Dec. 12 – Jan. 2
On private lands in Bland, Dickenson, Rockbridge, and Washington counties.
Dec. 28 - Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge

Dec. 12 – Jan. 2

2026-12-12 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.16 (folio 14)
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land_class_restriction
localitiesIn Alleghany, Bath, Buchanan, Highland, Lee, Rockingham (west of Rts. 613 and 731), Russell, Tazewell, and Wise counties, on all National Forest and DWR-owned lands west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, on Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, and Flannagan Reservoir.
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MUZZLELOADER DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Late Muzzleloader West of the Blue Ridge
Dec. 12 – Jan. 2
In Alleghany, Bath, Buchanan, Highland, Lee, Rockingham (west of Rts. 613 and 731), Russell, Tazewell, and Wise counties, on all National Forest and DWR-owned lands west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, on Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park, and Flannagan Reservoir.
Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Youth & Apprentice Weekend

Sep. 26 & 27

2026-09-26 → 2026-09-26 derived (year inferred)

2026-09-27 → 2026-09-27 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedSep. 26 & 27
either_sex_daysSep. 26 & 27
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesStatewide.
notable_restrictionsResident and nonresident youth hunters 15 years of age and under or holders of a valid apprentice hunting license, when in compliance with all applicable laws and licenses, may hunt when accompanied and directly supervised by an adult over the age of 18 who has a valid Virginia hunting license or is exempt from purchasing a hunting license. Deer hunting with dogs prohibited.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Youth & Apprentice Weekend
Sep. 26 & 27
Statewide.
Sep. 26 & 27
Resident and nonresident youth hunters 15 years of age and under or holders of a valid apprentice hunting license, when in compliance with all applicable laws and licenses, may hunt when accompanied and directly supervised by an adult over the age of 18 who has a valid Virginia hunting license or is exempt from purchasing a hunting license. Deer hunting with dogs prohibited.

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Early Antlerless

Sep. 5 – Oct. 2

2026-09-05 → 2026-10-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedSep. 5 – Oct. 2
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land_class_restriction
localitiesCounty-wide in the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William (except on DWR-owned lands), and on private lands only in Bedford, Carroll, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Floyd, Frederick, Greene, Hanover, Henrico, James City, Madison, Montgomery, Orange, Page, Pulaski, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Warren, and York.
notable_restrictionsDuring these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Early Antlerless
Sep. 5 – Oct. 2
County-wide in the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William (except on DWR-owned lands), and on private lands only in Bedford, Carroll, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Floyd, Frederick, Greene, Hanover, Henrico, James City, Madison, Montgomery, Orange, Page, Pulaski, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Warren, and York.
During these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons.

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysAntlered deer only—no either– sex deer hunting days.
either_sex_days_note
land_class
land_class_restriction
localitiesIn Buchanan County.
notable_restrictionsSpecial Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer regulation applies.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
In Buchanan County.
Antlered deer only—no either– sex deer hunting days.
Special Youth and Apprentice Antlerless Deer regulation applies.

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysNov. 28
either_sex_days_note
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
In the counties of Dickenson and Wise.
Nov. 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysNov. 21, 27, & 28
either_sex_days_note
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land_class_restriction
localitiesIn the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Highland, Lee and Rockingham (west of Rts. 613 and 731).
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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
In the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Highland, Lee and Rockingham (west of Rts. 613 and 731).
Nov. 21, 27, & 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28 Nov. 30 – Dec. 12
either_sex_days_note
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
In the counties of Henry and Patrick.
Nov. 21 & 28 Nov. 30 – Dec. 12

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysNov. 21 – 28
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
In the counties of Bland, Russell, Scott, and Tazewell.
Nov. 21 – 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysNov. 14 – Dec. 12 (full season)
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
In the counties of Augusta, Botetourt, Craig, Giles, Grayson, Rockbridge, Smyth, and Washington.
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
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either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28 Dec. 21 – Jan. 2
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
In the counties of Caroline, King & Queen, and King William.
Nov. 21 & 28 Dec. 21 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28 Dec. 5 – Jan. 2
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localitiesIn the counties of Amelia, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Nottoway.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
In the counties of Amelia, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Nottoway.
Nov. 21 & 28 Dec. 5 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28 Dec. 28 – Jan. 2
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localitiesIn the counties of Appomattox, Brunswick, Buckingham, Charlotte, Dinwiddie, Essex, Lunenburg, Mathews, Mecklenburg, Middlesex, and Prince Edward.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
In the counties of Appomattox, Brunswick, Buckingham, Charlotte, Dinwiddie, Essex, Lunenburg, Mathews, Mecklenburg, Middlesex, and Prince Edward.
Nov. 21 & 28 Dec. 28 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 14 – Jan. 2 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
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localitiesIn the counties of Accomack, Albemarle, Amherst, Arlington, Bedford, Campbell, Carroll, Charles City, Chesterfield, Clarke, Culpeper, Fairfax, Fauquier, Floyd, Fluvanna, Franklin, Frederick, Goochland, Greene, Greensville, Halifax, Hanover, Henrico, Isle of Wight, James City, King George, Lancaster, Loudoun, Louisa, Madison, Montgomery, Nelson, New Kent, Northampton, Northumberland, Orange, Page, Pittsylvania, Powhatan, Prince George, Prince William, Pulaski, Rappahannock, Richmond, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of Rts. 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Southampton, Spotsylvania, Stafford, Suffolk (west of the Dismal Swamp line), Surry, Sussex, Warren, Westmoreland, Wythe, and York.
notable_restrictions• In Arlington County, City of Hampton, and City of Richmond (in the City of Richmond: archery only, no special permit is required for archery deer hunting). Note: Local Ordinances prohibit the discharge of firearms in these three areas (see Local Firearms Ordinances, page 6). • In the City of Lynchburg (on private lands for which a special permit has been issued by the Chief of Police). • In the City of Newport News: archery only, no special permit is required for archery deer hunting. • In Fairfax County, firearms hunting is restricted by location and parcel size. Contact FCPD Wildlife Management Section, 8855 Lorton Rd, Lorton, VA 22079 for details. No parcel size restrictions exist for archery deer hunting.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
In the counties of Accomack, Albemarle, Amherst, Arlington, Bedford, Campbell, Carroll, Charles City, Chesterfield, Clarke, Culpeper, Fairfax, Fauquier, Floyd, Fluvanna, Franklin, Frederick, Goochland, Greene, Greensville, Halifax, Hanover, Henrico, Isle of Wight, James City, King George, Lancaster, Loudoun, Louisa, Madison, Montgomery, Nelson, New Kent, Northampton, Northumberland, Orange, Page, Pittsylvania, Powhatan, Prince George, Prince William, Pulaski, Rappahannock, Richmond, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of Rts. 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Southampton, Spotsylvania, Stafford, Suffolk (west of the Dismal Swamp line), Surry, Sussex, Warren, Westmoreland, Wythe, and York.
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2 (full season)
• In Arlington County, City of Hampton, and City of Richmond (in the City of Richmond: archery only, no special permit is required for archery deer hunting). Note: Local Ordinances prohibit the discharge of firearms in these three areas (see Local Firearms Ordinances, page 6). • In the City of Lynchburg (on private lands for which a special permit has been issued by the Chief of Police). • In the City of Newport News: archery only, no special permit is required for archery deer hunting. • In Fairfax County, firearms hunting is restricted by location and parcel size. Contact FCPD Wildlife Management Section, 8855 Lorton Rd, Lorton, VA 22079 for details. No parcel size restrictions exist for archery deer hunting.

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 14 – Jan. 2 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
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localitiesWithin the incorporated limits of any city or town in Virginia that allows firearms deer hunting (except in the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach), but only with the specific weapons authorized by each individual city or town.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PRIVATE LAND
Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Within the incorporated limits of any city or town in Virginia that allows firearms deer hunting (except in the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach), but only with the specific weapons authorized by each individual city or town.
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Oct. 1 – Nov. 30

2026-10-01 → 2026-11-30 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedOct. 1 – Nov. 30
either_sex_daysOct. 1 – Nov. 30 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
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land_class_restriction
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Private Lands & Public Lands that allow hunting and are not listed in public land table on p. 17.
Oct. 1 – Nov. 30
In the cities of Chesapeake, Suffolk (east of the Dismal Swamp line), and Virginia Beach.
Oct. 1 – Nov. 30 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Antlerless

Jan. 3 – Mar. 28

2027-01-03 → 2027-03-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedJan. 3 – Mar. 28
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localitiesIn the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William (except on DWR-owned lands), and on private lands in Carroll, Culpeper, Clarke, Fauquier, Floyd, Frederick, Greene, Hanover, Henrico, James City, Madison, Montgomery, Orange, Page, Pulaski, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Warren, and York counties.
notable_restrictionsDuring these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons.
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Late Antlerless
Jan. 3 – Mar. 28
In the counties (including the cities and towns within) of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William (except on DWR-owned lands), and on private lands in Carroll, Culpeper, Clarke, Fauquier, Floyd, Frederick, Greene, Hanover, Henrico, James City, Madison, Montgomery, Orange, Page, Pulaski, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Warren, and York counties.
During these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons.

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Late Antlerless

Jan. 3 – 31

2027-01-03 → 2027-01-31 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.18 (folio 16)
dates_printedJan. 3 – 31
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land_class_restriction
localitiesOn private lands in Bedford County.
notable_restrictionsDuring these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons.
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Late Antlerless
Jan. 3 – 31
On private lands in Bedford County.
During these seasons only antlerless deer may be taken. Dogs may not be used to hunt deer during these seasons.

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Youth & Apprentice

Sep. 26 & 27

2026-09-26 → 2026-09-26 derived (year inferred)

2026-09-27 → 2026-09-27 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedSep. 26 & 27
either_sex_daysSep. 26 & 27
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Youth & Apprentice
Sep. 26 & 27
All
Sep. 26 & 27

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Oct. 1 – Nov. 30

2026-10-01 → 2026-11-30 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedOct. 1 – Nov. 30
either_sex_daysOct. 10 & 17, Nov. 18–30
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesCavalier
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Oct. 1 – Nov. 30
Cavalier
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Oct. 10 & 17, Nov. 18–30

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
either_sex_daysNov. 21, 27 & 28
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land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
Big Survey and Highland
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21, 27 & 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
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either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
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Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
Crooked Creek and Stewarts Creek
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
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land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
C.F. Phelps
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
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either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesClinch Mountain, Gathright, Goshen, Havens, Hidden Valley, Little North Mountain, and Short Hills.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
Clinch Mountain, Gathright, Goshen, Havens, Hidden Valley, Little North Mountain, and Short Hills.
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Firearms

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & Dec. 7 – 12
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesFairystone Farms
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
Fairystone Farms
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & Dec. 7 – 12

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

2026-11-14 → 2026-12-12 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28, Dec. 7–12
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesTurkeycock
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
Turkeycock
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & 28, Dec. 7–12

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 14 – Jan. 2 (full season)
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesBig Woods, Coastal Forest, Doe Creek, Flippo-Gentry, Game Farm Marsh, Mockhorn Island, Saxis, Smith Mtn. Coop., Ware Creek
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Big Woods, Coastal Forest, Doe Creek, Flippo-Gentry, Game Farm Marsh, Mockhorn Island, Saxis, Smith Mtn. Coop., Ware Creek
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

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citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28, Dec. 5 – Jan. 2
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesFeatherfin and Guinea Marsh
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Featherfin and Guinea Marsh
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & 28, Dec. 5 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28, Dec. 21 – Jan. 2
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesAmelia, Hardware River, Oakley Forest, Powhatan, Rapidan, and Thompson
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Amelia, Hardware River, Oakley Forest, Powhatan, Rapidan, and Thompson
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & 28, Dec. 21 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28, Dec. 28 – Jan. 2
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesBriery Creek, Dick Cross, Horsepen Lake, Mattaponi, Mattaponi Bluffs, Pettigrew, and Robert W. Duncan
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Briery Creek, Dick Cross, Horsepen Lake, Mattaponi, Mattaponi Bluffs, Pettigrew, and Robert W. Duncan
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & 28, Dec. 28 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & Dec. 28 – Jan. 2
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesJames River and Tye River
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
James River and Tye River
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & Dec. 28 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28, Dec. 31 – Jan. 2
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesWhite Oak Mountain
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
White Oak Mountain
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Nov. 21 & 28, Dec. 31 – Jan. 2

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysAntlered deer only. Antlerless by quota
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesChickahominy
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Chickahominy
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Antlered deer only. Antlerless by quota

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
either_sex_daysAntlered deer only
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesRagged Island
notable_restrictions
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Ragged Island
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Antlered deer only

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

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citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedRefer to quota and managed hunts
either_sex_daysRefer to quota and managed hunts
either_sex_days_note
land_classDWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
localitiesHog Island, Merrimac Farm, Princess Anne
notable_restrictions
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Refer to quota and managed hunts
Hog Island, Merrimac Farm, Princess Anne
DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
Refer to quota and managed hunts

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
either_sex_daysNov. 28
either_sex_days_note
land_classGEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on National Forest lands.
localitiesIn the counties of Alleghany, Amherst, Augusta, Bath, Bedford, Botetourt, Frederick, Grayson, Highland, Nelson, Page, Roanoke, Rockbridge, Rockingham, Shenandoah, Smyth, Tazewell, Warren, and Washington.
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
In the counties of Alleghany, Amherst, Augusta, Bath, Bedford, Botetourt, Frederick, Grayson, Highland, Nelson, Page, Roanoke, Rockbridge, Rockingham, Shenandoah, Smyth, Tazewell, Warren, and Washington.
GEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST Restriction: Only one deer per day on National Forest lands.
Nov. 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
either_sex_daysNov. 21 & 28
either_sex_days_note
land_classGEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on National Forest lands.
localitiesIn the counties of Carroll, Montgomery, and Pulaski
notable_restrictions
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
In the counties of Carroll, Montgomery, and Pulaski
GEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST Restriction: Only one deer per day on National Forest lands.
Nov. 21 & 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
either_sex_daysNov. 21, 27, & 28
either_sex_days_note
land_classGEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on National Forest lands.
localitiesIn the counties of Bland, Craig, Giles, and Wythe
notable_restrictions
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
In the counties of Bland, Craig, Giles, and Wythe
GEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST Restriction: Only one deer per day on National Forest lands.
Nov. 21, 27, & 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – 28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – 28
either_sex_daysAntlered deer only
either_sex_days_note
land_classGEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST
land_class_restrictionOnly one deer per day on National Forest lands.
localitiesIn the counties of Dickenson, Lee, Scott, and Wise
notable_restrictions
period
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – 28
In the counties of Dickenson, Lee, Scott, and Wise
GEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST Restriction: Only one deer per day on National Forest lands.
Antlered deer only

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

2026-11-14 → 2027-01-02 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Big Woods State Forest
STATE FORESTS, STATE PARKS, AND ARMY CORPS LANDS
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2 (full season)

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

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citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Cumberland State Forest
STATE FORESTS, STATE PARKS, AND ARMY CORPS LANDS
Nov. 21 & 28, Dec. 5

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Firearms

Nov. 14 – Jan. 2

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citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Jan. 2
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Jan. 2
Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest, Prince Edward-Gallion State Forest
STATE FORESTS, STATE PARKS, AND ARMY CORPS LANDS
Nov. 21 & 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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Firearms

Nov. 14–28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14–28
either_sex_daysNov. 28
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14–28
Channels State Forest, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hungry Mother State Park
STATE FORESTS, STATE PARKS, AND ARMY CORPS LANDS
Nov. 28

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14–28

2026-11-14 → 2026-11-28 derived (year inferred)

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14–28
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14–28
Flannagan Reservoir
STATE FORESTS, STATE PARKS, AND ARMY CORPS LANDS
Antlered deer only

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Firearms

Nov. 14 – Dec. 12

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citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
dates_printedNov. 14 – Dec. 12
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FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND
Firearms
Nov. 14 – Dec. 12
Fairy Stone State Park and Philpott Reservoir
STATE FORESTS, STATE PARKS, AND ARMY CORPS LANDS
Nov. 21, Dec. 7–12

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

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For hunting opportunities on other DWR properties, visit DWR’s Explore the Wild app and refer to posted rules about season dates and either-sex opportunities at the specific DWR-controlled properties.

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For hunting opportunities on other DWR properties, visit DWR’s Explore the Wild app and refer to posted rules about season dates and either-sex opportunities at the specific DWR-controlled properties.
FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

In Alleghany, Bath, Highland, or Rockbridge counties, if a deer hunter kills two antlered bucks in a license year, at least one of the deer must have at least four antler points, one inch or longer, on one side of the antlers.

applies_toFOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
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In Alleghany, Bath, Highland, or Rockbridge counties, if a deer hunter kills two antlered bucks in a license year, at least one of the deer
must have at least four antler points, one inch or longer, on one side of the antlers.
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Antler Point Restrictions

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

The Earn-A-Buck regulation requires hunters in certain areas to harvest at least one antlerless deer before harvesting a second antlered buck (and two before their third buck) in an effort to increase the antlerless harvest total.

applies_toFOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
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The Earn-A-Buck regulation requires hunters in certain areas to harvest at least one antlerless deer before harvesting a second antlered
buck (and two before their third buck) in an effort to increase the antlerless harvest total.
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Earn-A-Buck (EAB):

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

EAB on private lands West of the Blue Ridge in the counties of: Augusta, Botetourt, Carroll, Clarke, Craig, Floyd, Frederick, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham (east of Rts. 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Warren, and Wythe. Within a license year and within each individual county listed above, hunters must harvest at least one antlerless deer before taking a second antlered deer on private lands in that county (e.g., before taking a second buck on private land in Wythe, you must take at least one antlerless deer on private land in Wythe).

applies_toFOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
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EAB on private lands West of the Blue Ridge in the counties of:
Augusta, Botetourt, Carroll, Clarke, Craig, Floyd, Frederick, Giles,
Grayson, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockingham
(east of Rts. 613 and 731), Shenandoah, Warren, and Wythe.
Within a license year and within each individual county listed
above, hunters must harvest at least one antlerless deer before
taking a second antlered deer on private lands in that county
(e.g., before taking a second buck on private land in Wythe, you
must take at least one antlerless deer on private land in Wythe).
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Earn-A-Buck (EAB):

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

EAB on private lands East of the Blue Ridge in the counties of: Accomack, Albemarle, Amherst (west of Rt. 29), Bedford, Chesterfield, Culpeper, Fauquier, Franklin, Greene, Hanover, Henrico, James City, Madison, Orange, Prince George, Rappahannock, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and York. Within a license year and within each individual county listed above, hunters must harvest at least one antlerless deer before taking a second antlered deer on private lands in that county. Furthermore, where it is legal to harvest a third antlered deer on private lands, a hunter must take at least 2 antlerless deer before taking a third antlered deer on private lands in that county (e.g., before taking a second buck on private land in Bedford, you must take at least 1 antlerless deer on private land in Bedford; before taking a third buck on private land in Bedford, you must take at least 2 antlerless deer on private land in Bedford).

applies_toFOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
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EAB on private lands East of the Blue Ridge in the counties
of: Accomack, Albemarle, Amherst (west of Rt. 29), Bedford,
Chesterfield, Culpeper, Fauquier, Franklin, Greene, Hanover,
Henrico, James City, Madison, Orange, Prince George,
Rappahannock, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and York. Within a license
year and within each individual county listed above, hunters
must harvest at least one antlerless deer before taking a second
antlered deer on private lands in that county. Furthermore, where
it is legal to harvest a third antlered deer on private lands, a
hunter must take at least 2 antlerless deer before taking a third
antlered deer on private lands in that county (e.g., before taking
a second buck on private land in Bedford, you must take at least
1 antlerless deer on private land in Bedford; before taking a
third buck on private land in Bedford, you must take at least 2
antlerless deer on private land in Bedford).
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Earn-A-Buck (EAB):

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

In Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William (except on Department of Defense lands) counties, EAB applies to both private and public lands and follows East of the Blue Ridge requirement: must take one antlerless deer before harvesting a second antlered buck (and two before third buck).

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citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
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In Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William (except on
Department of Defense lands) counties, EAB applies to both
private and public lands and follows East of the Blue Ridge
requirement: must take one antlerless deer before harvesting
a second antlered buck (and two before third buck).
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Earn-A-Buck (EAB):

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

EAB in cities and towns: Within a license year and within any city or town except Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach, hunters must take at least one antlerless deer before taking a second antlered deer in that city or town. Furthermore, in those cities and towns east of the Blue Ridge Mountains where it is legal to harvest a third antlered deer, hunters must take at least two antlerless deer before taking a third antlered deer in that city or town.

applies_toFOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
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EAB in cities and towns: Within a license year and within any city
or town except Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach, hunters
must take at least one antlerless deer before taking a second
antlered deer in that city or town. Furthermore, in those cities and
towns east of the Blue Ridge Mountains where it is legal to harvest
a third antlered deer, hunters must take at
least two antlerless deer before taking a
third antlered deer in that city or town.
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Earn-A-Buck (EAB):

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Prevent artificially concentrating deer at point sources like feeding sites. As such, it is illegal to feed deer in Virginia for any reason year-round in all counties within 25 miles of a known CWD-positive deer.

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.17 (folio 15)
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• Prevent artificially concentrating deer at
point sources like feeding sites. As such, it
is illegal to feed deer in Virginia for any
reason year-round in all counties within 25
miles of a known CWD-positive deer.
WAYS HUNTERS CAN HELP:

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

When hunting in a CWD Disease Management Area (DMA), consider having your deer tested for CWD. Testing helps DWR monitor the infection rate of the deer populations and map the geographic spread. This information is crucial to helping DWR slow the spread of this disease. Voluntary testing is also available free of charge outside of DMAs at select regional DWR offices.

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.17 (folio 15)
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• When hunting in a CWD Disease
Management Area (DMA), consider having
your deer tested for CWD. Testing helps
DWR monitor the infection rate of the
deer populations and map the geographic
spread. This information is crucial to
helping DWR slow the spread of this
disease. Voluntary testing is also available
free of charge outside of DMAs at select
regional DWR offices.
WAYS HUNTERS CAN HELP:

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

https://dwr.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/media/2026-2027-Virginia-Hunting-Trapping-and-Migratory-Game-Bird-Seasons-Guide.pdf#page=14

Do not transport deer carcass parts from high-risk CWD areas to lower-risk areas. It is illegal to move high-risk carcass parts outside of DMAs. A full description of current carcass transportation regulations can be found at the website below.

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.17 (folio 15)
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• Do not transport deer carcass parts from
high-risk CWD areas to lower-risk areas. It
is illegal to move high-risk carcass parts
outside of DMAs. A full description of
current carcass transportation regulations
can be found at the website below.
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Dispose of unwanted carcass parts in a lined landfill or leave at the site of harvest.

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• Dispose of unwanted carcass parts in a
lined landfill or leave at the site of harvest.
WAYS HUNTERS CAN HELP:

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NOTE printed above this table, on the page itself

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valueFor public lands not included in this table (e.g., county lands that allow hunting), seasons follow those for private lands (page 16)
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NOTE: For public lands not included in this table (e.g., county lands that allow hunting), seasons follow those for private lands (page 16)

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Complete deer hunting information and regulations can be found online, including

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.14 (folio 12)
valueGeneral information; Bag limits and exceptions; Unlawful methods; Legal methods and restrictions; Antlered vs. antlerless identification; Bonus deer permits; Earn-a-Buck; Antler point restrictions; Tree-stand safety guidelines; Youth and apprentice regulations; Hunting with dogs information
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Complete deer hunting information and regulations can be found online, including:
• General information
• Bag limits and exceptions
• Unlawful methods
• Legal methods and restrictions
• Antlered vs. antlerless identification
• Bonus deer permits
• Earn-a-Buck
• Antler point restrictions
•Tree-stand safety guidelines
• Youth and apprentice regulations
• Hunting with dogs information

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Deer hunting seasons include

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.14 (folio 12)
valueArchery (see p.14), Muzzleloader (see p.14), and Firearms seasons (see p.16 – 17)
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Deer hunting seasons include:
Archery (see p.14), Muzzleloader (see p.14), and Firearms seasons (see p.16 – 17)

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Where the deer regulations this guide omits are published

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.14 (folio 12)
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Scan here or visit
dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/regulations/deer
for up-to-date info and regulations

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Bag Limit — the guide's whole statement of it

applies_toFOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
headingBag Limit
valueDaily and seasonal bag limits (which vary according to location and are available online) apply across all deer seasons (archery, muzzleloader, and firearms).
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Daily and seasonal bag limits (which vary according to location and are available online) apply across all deer seasons (archery,
muzzleloader, and firearms).
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Bag Limit

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Earn-A-Buck — where the FAQs are

applies_toFOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.15 (folio 13)
headingEarn-A-Buck (EAB):
valueFor FAQs about EAB, see dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/regulations/general/#eab
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For FAQs about EAB, see
dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/
regulations/general/#eab
FOR ALL DEER HUNTING SEASONS
Earn-A-Buck (EAB):

2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section

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CWD, Disease Management Areas and carcass transport — where the rules are

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.17 (folio 15)
valueSee DWR’s website for more information about CWD, Disease Management Areas, instructions on submitting a deer for testing, testing locations, and deer carcass transport restrictions: www.dwr.virginia.gov/cwd
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See DWR’s website for more information about CWD, Disease Management
Areas, instructions on submitting a deer for testing, testing locations, and deer
carcass transport restrictions: www.dwr.virginia.gov/cwd

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Chronic wasting disease — what the guide tells deer hunters

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.17 (folio 15)
valueChronic wasting disease (CWD) is an infectious, fatal, neurological disease that affects members of the deer family. The disease is caused by an infectious protein called a prion and is transmitted to uninfected deer directly through saliva, feces, and urine shed by infected animals and indirectly as a result of environmental contamination. It typically takes 12-24 months before CWD-infected animals begin to show visible symptoms of the disease (staggering, lowered head carriage, poor hair coat, emaciation) however, they shed infectious prions throughout the entire incubation period. The potential impacts of CWD to the white-tailed deer populations of Virginia are a serious concern. Although the disease has not been shown to pose a health risk to humans or domestic animals at this point, eating infected animals is not advised. DWR leads Virginia’s CWD surveillance and management efforts and relies on assistance from hunters, taxidermists, processors, other agencies, and diverse constituent groups to implement surveillance and management strategies.
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Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is an infectious, fatal, neurological disease that affects members of
the deer family. The disease is caused by an infectious protein called a prion and is transmitted to
uninfected deer directly through saliva, feces, and urine shed by infected animals and indirectly as a
result of environmental contamination. It typically takes 12-24 months before CWD-infected animals
begin to show visible symptoms of the disease (staggering, lowered head carriage, poor hair coat,
emaciation) however, they shed infectious prions throughout the entire incubation period.
The potential impacts of CWD to the white-tailed deer populations of Virginia are a serious concern.
Although the disease has not been shown to pose a health risk to humans or domestic animals at this
point, eating infected animals is not advised. DWR leads Virginia’s CWD surveillance and management
efforts and relies on assistance from hunters, taxidermists, processors, other agencies, and diverse
constituent groups to implement surveillance and management strategies.

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DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS — restriction printed on the table's own banner

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
valueOnly one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
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DWR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS Restriction: Only one deer per day on DWR-owned lands and DWR-managed lands
FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND

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GEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST — restriction printed on the table's own banner

citation_page2026-2027 Virginia Hunting, Trapping, and Migratory Game Bird Seasons Guide, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, folios 12-17 (PDF pp.14-19), the "Deer Hunting" section, PDF p.19 (folio 17)
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GEORGE WASHINGTON AND JEFFERSON NATIONAL FOREST Restriction: Only one deer per day on National Forest lands.
FIREARMS DEER HUNTING SEASONS ON PUBLIC LAND

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