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November 27, 2018

Vermont’s Wildlife in a Changing Climate Presentation December 13 in Waterbury Center

Vermonters of all ages are invited to attend a presentation about Vermont’s wildlife in a changing climate on Thursday, December 13 at 7:00 p.m.

November 20, 2018

Vermont Muzzleloader and 2nd Archery Deer Seasons, Dec. 1-9

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. The two seasons run at the same time -- December 1-9.

November 19, 2018

How the Wild Turkey Contributed to Thanksgiving

One of our native wildlife species historically played an important role on Thanksgiving Day. North America’s native wild turkeys were the ancestors of the Thanksgiving turkey on our dinner table.

November 14, 2018

Vermont Bald Eagles Nest Successfully in 2018

This was another successful year for Vermont’s bald eagles with 23 known nesting pairs producing at least 33 successful young according to the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department.

November 8, 2018

The 2019 Vermont Fish & Wildlife Calendar is Available

Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department announces the release of the colorful 2019 Fish & Wildlife Calendar.

West Burke Man Arrested for Deer Poaching

A West Burke man was arrested on October 25 in an alleged deer poaching incident.

November 6, 2018

F&W Website Helps with Learning How Best to Process Deer

Vermont is one of the most rural states in the country, and Vermonters have a proud heritage of living close to the land

November 5, 2018

Vermont’s Rifle Deer Season Starts Saturday, Nov. 10

Hunters are gearing up for the start of Vermont’s traditionally popular 16-day rifle deer season that begins Saturday, November 10 and ends Sunday, November 25

Hunters Should Stay ‘Tick Smart’

As Vermonters head out deer hunting this fall, the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department reminds hunters to be ‘tick smart’ to prevent Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. When wading through high grass and brush or sitting still along the edges of fields and forests, hunters can easily pick up a tick.

October 30, 2018

Fisheries Biologist to Speak on Batten Kill Restoration in Arlington, VT

Vermonters with an interest in protection, conservation and fishing are invited to attend a presentation about efforts to conserve trout on the famed Batten Kill River on Thursday, November 15 at 7:00 p.m.