The trophy fish citation program was initiated to recognize outstanding fishing achievement. The color prints of fish portrayed on the trophy fish citations are reproductions of original paintings by artists Duane Raver or Tracy Lee. Persons interested in registering their trophy fish should complete the application below and send it to the following address along with the fee of $5.00.

The West Virginia Trophy Fish Citation Program Application - (PDF format, 5.43KB)

West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
801 State Street
Gassaway, West Virginia 26624

Reporting Procedures

• Fish must be caught on rod and reel in West Virginia.
• Fish must meet or exceed the minimum weight.
• Fish certified by weight must be weighed on a scale certified by the West Virginia Division of Labor or at any office of the West Virginia Wildlife Resources Section. Fish must be weighed in the presence of a witness who must sign the application form.
• Fish certified by length must be measured in the presence of a witness who must sign the application form, or fish must be measured and a photograph must accompany the application.
• Measure from tip of snout to end of tail.
• A clear side view photograph of the fish is desirable.
• Nonresidents and residents are eligible for trophy citations.
• Applications must be submitted within 60 days of the date of catch.
• $5.00 fee must accompany each application. Make checks or money orders payable to the West Virginia DNR.

Minimum Sizes