Join VWDMA

Wildlife Control Operators doing business in Virginia are invited to become part of the Virginia Wildlife Damage Management Association (VWDMA). Our priority is to provide valuable technical and business training that helps members deliver top-tier service to their customers while building successful, professional businesses. VWDMA partners with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) to help ensure our industry understands and meets applicable state and federal regulatory requirements, and VWDMA training is approved for continuing education units (CEUs) toward CNAP renewal. We also work to promote professionalism within the industry and educate consumers about the importance of hiring qualified wildlife control professionals. Consumers can search for member companies through our Find a Pro Directory.

To join, complete an application by clicking the appropriate button below, and an invoice will be created and sent to you shortly for payment.

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Member benefits include:

  • Industry Updates: Stay informed about important news, regulatory developments, training opportunities, and issues affecting wildlife control professionals in Virginia.

  • Training & Education: VWDMA offers educational programs focused on both technical wildlife control and business management. Training is designed to help members improve service, strengthen their businesses, and earn approved CEUs toward CNAP renewal.

  • Advocacy & Regulatory Awareness: VWDMA works with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and other industry partners to help represent the interests of Wildlife Control Operators and keep members informed of applicable state and federal requirements.

  • Professional Recognition: VWDMA promotes professionalism within the wildlife control industry and helps educate consumers about the value of working with qualified Wildlife Control Operators.

  • Find a Pro Directory: Members can be listed in VWDMA’s searchable Find a Pro Directory, helping consumers locate professional wildlife control companies serving their area.

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with other Wildlife Control Operators, industry experts, regulators, and service providers to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build valuable professional relationships.

Membership Pricing:

  • Professional WCO: $120 per year
  • Associate Member: $120 per year
  • Vendor Member: $250 per year

Complete an application by clicking the appropriate button below, and an invoice will be created and sent to you shortly for payment.

Click to Join as a WCO Member    Click to Join as a Vendor Member

Pro-rated dues: Applicable membership dues shall be due January 1 of each year for all Members and the membership year shall run from January 1 to December 31, and must be renewed each year to maintain membership. New Members who join between January 1 and June 30 will pay the full dues rate. New members joining between July 1 and September 30 will pay one half (1/2) of their dues rate. New members joining between October 1 and December 1, pay the full rate but get free membership for Oct. - Dec.

Conditions of Membership:

  • Pay dues as set by the Board and meet any necessary insurance requirements.
  • Be active and provide input into the workings and activities of the Association.
  • Members will never represent themselves as an official voice of the Association unless approved by the Governing Board to represent the Association.
  • Members must read, understand and support the “VWDMA Statement to Support Scientific Wildlife Population Management” as seen in the Code of Ethics, above.
  • Members must accept and agree to the VWDMA Code of Ethics.
  • Professional memberships must include proof of liability insurance coverage with application or renewal to be considered for membership.

Refund Policy: Membership dues are used to support the mission and ongoing operations of the organization. As such, membership fees are non-refundable, including in cases of early cancellation, non-participation, or unused benefits. Members may cancel their membership at any time, but no refunds or credits will be issued for any portion of the membership term.

Terms and Conditions: Membership year runs from January 1 through December 31. Membership must be renewed each year.

Payment Options: VWDMA accepts payment from the following credit card merchants. Checks can be mailed to VWDMA, PO Box 187, Fredericksburg, VA 22404. 

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