General Hunting Information in Virginia https://dwr.virginia.gov/hunting/regulations Hunting on the IWLA - Alexandria Chapter requires an additional permission slip from the Chapter. It can be found on the Hunting tab of the Chapter website. For those NOT Hunting you should be aware that there may be hunters out in the woods. If you desire to take a hike on the trails during hunting season, please check with the Caretaker to see if any hunters are hunting. ALL HUNTERS are REQUIRED to check in and out with the caretaker. Hunter Education Dates: Virginia requires Hunter Education if you are 12–15 years old and want to hunt or are a first-time hunter. See options at Hunter Education Course | Virginia DWR Leonard Hart