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Your expertise is your greatest asset — sharpen it with VWDMA through training events, science-backed techniques, and proven business strategies.

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VWDMA membership reflects professionalism, education, and responsible wildlife management. Use our Find a Pro directory to connect with local member companies.

Connect With Leaders

Network with peers, mentors, and decision-makers in Virginia’s wildlife control industry and get access to industry updates, regulations, and techniques.

Strengthen the Industry

We’re building the future of wildlife control together by influencing policy, sharing best practices, and solving statewide challenges in wildlife management.

About VWDMA

The Virginia Wildlife Damage Management Association (VWDMA) is dedicated to advancing the wildlife control profession through education, advocacy, and member support. We provide professional training and hands-on learning opportunities, promote ethical and effective wildlife management practices, and serve as a trusted voice for the industry. By connecting professionals with valuable resources and a strong community, we help our members protect people, property, and Virginia's wildlife responsibly.

Upcoming Events

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Thu
10
2026
September 10, 2026
5:30PM EST

NWCOA Webinar: From Cradle to Grave -The Lifespan of a Wildlife Company

Hosted by NWCOA on GoToWebinar

Join NWCOA for this webinar for a practical look at the challenges and opportunities wildlife control businesses face from startup through growth, succession, and eventual exit. Attorney Shmuel Simenowitz will cover business formation, contracts, liability, employment, regulatory compliance, expansion, ownership transitions, and planning for the future. NWCOA members and non-members are welcome to attend. Click to learn more.

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Thu
15
2026
October 15, 2026

Tentative Date: VWDMA Fall Conference

Richmond, VA - Meeting site TBD

The VWDMA Fall 2026 Conference is being planned around a practical mix of business development, employee management, wildlife control techniques, regulatory updates, and specialized field services. The proposed educational sessions are intended to give attendees useful strategies they can apply directly to their companies while also providing hands-on and technical instruction relevant to wildlife damage management professionals.

Registration will open soon, but in the meantime click to check out the sessions planned!

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Fri
16
2026
October 16, 2026

Tentative Date:VWDMA Sponsored: NWCOA Bat Standards I Course

Richmond, VA - Meeting site TBD

This NWCOA Bat Standards Certification Course meets the additional training requirement for CNAP holders who perform Bat Management in Virginia. In addition, attendees will become NWCOA Bat Standards Certified and will earn 8 CEUs towards their CNAP.

This is a prerequisite to the Certified Structural Bat Management course that will be presented Spring 2027 - so don't miss out!

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Latest News

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VWDMA Hosts Successful 2026 Spring Conference
08/18/2026

VWDMA Hosts Successful 2026 Spring Conference

VWDMA’s 2026 Spring Conference brought together 53 wildlife control professionals in Richmond for a full day of training, industry updates, and networking. Attendees earned eight approved CNAP CEU credits while gaining practical guidance on wildlife biology, safety, exclusion, trapping, bird control, customer communication, and emerging wildlife issues in Virginia.

Researcher says ticks in Virginia could be spreading these three viruses
08/17/2026

Researcher says ticks in Virginia could be spreading these three viruses

By Roxy Todd

Ticks in Virginia may be spreading three rare viruses—Powassan, Heartland, and Bourbon. Researchers emphasize prevention because these illnesses can be serious and have no specific antibiotic treatment.

What’s In DWR’s Back Yard? By Leah Card
08/15/2026

What’s In DWR’s Back Yard? By Leah Card

Wildlife Control Operators know firsthand that wildlife is often closer than we realize. In this Virginia DWR article, trail camera photos captured near the agency’s Henrico headquarters reveal the variety of species living alongside people in suburban environments. The article also offers practical tips for preventing wildlife conflicts around homes and properties while allowing wildlife to remain wild.

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