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May 1, 2023

Vermont’s Trophy Trout Stocking for 2023

Trout harvest season opened this year on April 8 and will continue through October 31.

April 28, 2023

Game Wardens Investigate Illegal Deer Shooting in Pomfret

As the investigation continues the Vermont Warden Service is asking the public for any information on this incident.

April 27, 2023

Trout Stocking to Resume at Goshen Dam This Spring

For the past two years, the 58-acre waterbody was almost completely drained of water to allow for important dam safety improvements.

VTF&W to Hold Deer Hearings May 9 and 17

In addition to the public hearings, anyone can leave a comment on the proposals

April 24, 2023

Turkey Hunting Safety Tips from VTF&W

Hunt safely during Vermont’s spring turkey hunting season

Wildlife Conservation Depends on Regulated Trapping

Op-ed written by Brehan Furfey, wildlife biologist and the furbearer project leader for the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department, explores the importance of regulated trapping as a critical wildlife management tool that benefits furbearer populations.

April 21, 2023

Winners Announced for K-12 Student Fish Art Contest

The department received 311 submissions from Vermont students in grades K-12. 

April 18, 2023

Deer Ages Available on VTF&W Website

Hunters who provided the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department with a tooth from their deer can now find out how old their deer was

Green Mountain Conservation Camp ‘Work-cation’ Weekends

Volunteers can participate for as long as they are able to; one hour, one day, or both days.

April 13, 2023

Willoughby Steelhead Rainbow Trout Will Be Jumping

Steelhead can be spotted moving up the falls during warmer days in mid-to-late April and sometimes into early May.