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September 26, 2018

Cyanobacteria - a Concern for Waterfowl Hunters

Waterfowl hunters who will have retrieving dogs with them during Vermont’s waterfowl hunting seasons should check waterbodies for cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) blooms before allowing their dogs in the water according to the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources.

September 20, 2018

Discover the New Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area Visitor Center

Expanded hours and fall programs await visitors in anticipation of the upcoming fall snow goose migration

Vermont’s Fall Fishing Opportunities Abound

Vermont is renowned for its colorful fall foliage but fall also offers some of the best fishing opportunities of the year according to the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department.

September 19, 2018

Intro to Canoe, Kayak Fishing at Waterbury Center Oct. 5

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department will present an Intro to Canoe and Kayak Fishing seminar at Waterbury Center State Park at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 5.

CWD Discovered in Quebec Province

Canadian officials confirmed on September 14 the first positive case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a captive red deer herd in Quebec province.

September 17, 2018

Wildlife Photographer to Give ‘The Art in Birding’ Presentation in Castleton on September 30

Vermont wildlife photographer Brian Machanic will present ‘The Art in Birding’ at the Kehoe Education Center in Castleton, Vermont on Sunday, September 30 at 10:00 a.m. The presentation will be followed by a one-hour bird walk at the brand new Bonsawino Wildlife Management Area adjacent to the education center.

Hunter Access Seminar for Vermont Landowners

Hunting can be a valuable tool for private land conservation but managing hunters can be intimidating, particularly if you are not familiar with hunting.
hunter in a tree stand

Tree Stand Safety Tips for Hunters

Tree stands get hunters out of sight and smell of wary deer, but they can also get hunters into trouble. Here are some tips from the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department.

September 14, 2018

Join Vermont Fish & Wildlife for Bird Banding Week at the Dead Creek Visitor Center

Bird-lovers are invited to join the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department at the Dead Creek Visitor Center in Addison to learn more about bird banding and conservation.

September 12, 2018

Biologists and Foresters to Present on Managing Woodlots for Wildlife in Wardsboro

Landowners interested in managing their woodlots to improve wildlife habitat are invited to attend a free, two-hour workshop on Wednesday, September 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The presentation will be held at the Wardsboro Town Hall at 71 Main Street in Wardsboro, Vermont.