New Virginia Wildlife Management Area Established in New Kent County
by TBC Press on 05/09/16
The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) announced its purchase of over 2,600 acres of land in eastern New Kent County. This acquisition, approved by the VDGIF board for the price of $9.3 million dollars, includes more than 2 miles of frontage on the York River in addition to 5 miles along the Ware and Philbates creeks. The property contains substantial tidal and upland wildlife habitat and will be a significant addition to the VDGIF’s Wildlife Management Area system. These valuable ecosystems are home to a variety of wildlife, including deer and turkey, small game such as rabbits and squirrels, waterfowl, black ducks, teal, mallards, and.. READ MORE
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