Morrisey announces 2026 spring gobbler season, highlights economic impact of WV hunting
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West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the 2026 spring gobbler season, highlighting the economic impact of hunting in the state. The season is expected to support over 7,400 jobs and generate $850 million in annual spending.
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced preparations for the 2026 spring gobbler season at Greenbrier State Forest on April 13. The general spring gobbler season opens on April 20 and runs through May 24, with a special youth season on April 18-19. Hunting is a significant economic driver in West Virginia, supporting over 7,400 jobs and generating more than $850 million in annual spending. The season's bag limit is one bearded bird per day, with a season limit of two, and hunting is permitted from a half-hour before sunrise until 1 p.m. West Virginia offers over 1.6 million acres of public hunting land across 96 wildlife management areas and various national and state forests. Hunters can secure their 2026 licenses and find more information at WVhunt.com and WVdnr.gov.
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