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March 8, 2024

Bears are Becoming Active Earlier in the Spring, Vermonters Need to Take Steps Now to Prevent Bear Conflicts

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department has begun to receive reports of bears coming out of their dens

March 6, 2024

Learn to Hunt Wild Turkeys with VT Fish & Wildlife

This seminar will cover turkey biology, hunting tactics, scouting, and more.

March 4, 2024

Training Course Offered for New Hunter Education Instructors

All applicants must complete their instructor paperwork and online homework before attending the course.

February 27, 2024

Public Hearings on Deer and Moose, March 18, 20, 21

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department and the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board will hold public hearings on deer and moose management for 2024

February 22, 2024

Moose Hunt Proposed to Improve Moose Health in NEK

The proposal was given initial approval by the Fish and Wildlife Board at its February 21 meeting and is now available for public comment.

Waterfowl Season Public Hearings, March 12 & 14

The proposed 2024 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons  are available on Vermont Fish and Wildlife’s website

February 20, 2024

Game Wardens Respond to Waterbury Snowmobile Crash

Game wardens responded to the scene along with Stowe Rescue, Stowe Mountain Rescue and the Stowe Police Department.

February 16, 2024

Bobcat Tests Positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Officials will continue to monitor bird and other wildlife deaths that show signs consistent with possible HPAI infection. 

February 6, 2024

Rare Bird that Sparked Excitement and Concern Died of Natural Causes According to New Lab Results

This marbled godwit was first spotted in North Hero on September 19, 2023

February 5, 2024

Lake Champlain Management Cooperative to Hold ‘State of the Lake Fisheries’ Meeting

Information will be provided on restoration, research, assessment, and other work that has been accomplished over the past year as well as work planned for the coming year.