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December 4, 2019

Nesting Loons Have a Record Year

Vermont’s loons are thriving with a record 101 nesting pairs recorded statewide in 2019

December 3, 2019

Winter Wildlife Ecology and Forest Management Walk

This walk will highlight winter wildlife ecology, wildlife tracking and the active management of the Hinesburg Town Forest

December 2, 2019

VT F&W Asks Hunters to Report Wildlife Sightings and Hunting Effort

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department is offering hunters the opportunity to participate in its annual deer hunter effort survey.

F&W to Hold Public Meeting on Coyotes Dec. 17 in Barre VT

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department will hold a public informational meeting about Eastern coyotes in Barre on Tuesday, December 17.

November 25, 2019

How the Wild Turkey Contributed to Thanksgiving

One of our native wildlife species historically played an important role on Thanksgiving Day.

November 21, 2019

Vermont Muzzleloader and 2nd Archery Deer Seasons, Dec. 7-15

Vermont’s hunters will get one final chance for a deer this year during the muzzleloader deer season and the second part of the archery deer season.

November 20, 2019

Vermont Wardens and Marines Corps League Collecting Toys for Tots

Vermont State Game Wardens and the Vermont Marine Corps League are partnering to collect toys for tots.

November 19, 2019

Early December is Prime Time for Feeding Birds

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department and Audubon Vermont are urging Vermonters to prepare their bird feeders to put up around December 1, the date recommended by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department to avoid attracting bears.

Winooski Man Charged for Poaching Salmon at Hatchery Brook

A Winooski man has been charged with fishing in Hatchery Brook near the Grand Isle Fish Culture Station and faces several hundred dollars in fines and restitution.

November 18, 2019

A man and child use baitfish for ice fishing

New 2020 Baitfish Regulations Expand Opportunity for Vermont Anglers

On January 1, 2020 new baitfish regulations will go into effect aimed at providing anglers with additional opportunities to use and harvest baitfish.