New Bear Population Estimate Based on 2022 Data Available
September 21, 2023
Today’s robust bear population is the result of a decades-long research and conservation efforts
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Vermont Hunters Can Report Turkeys and Some Deer Online
September 20, 2023
Bears must be reported in-person at a regional big game reporting station.
Leashed Tracking Dogs for Recovery of Game
September 20, 2023
This list, which may be updated during hunting seasons, is available on the Vermont Fish and Wildlife website
Walter Cabell Shooting Range Sighting-in Day Rescheduled to October 14
September 20, 2023
A range safety officer will be on site to assist users
Vermont Youth Waterfowl Hunting, Sept. 23-24
September 6, 2023
The youth hunter must have a Vermont hunting license and must be accompanied by an unarmed adult, 18 years of age or older, who also has a Vermont hunting license.
Vermont’s Archery Deer Season Starts Sunday, Oct. 1
September 7, 2023
Hunters must have a standard hunting license in order to purchase an add-on archery deer hunting license
Enjoy Dead Creek Wildlife Day on Oct. 7
September 18, 2023
The event will be held at the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department’s Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area
Unallocated Antlerless Deer Permits Available
September 14, 2023
These permits can be purchased for $10
Vermont Grouse and Woodcock Hunting Starts Sept. 30
September 12, 2023
Hunters must register with the Harvest Information Program (HIP)
Enjoy Dead Creek Wildlife Day on Oct. 7
September 5, 2023
The event will be held at the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department’s Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA) on Route 17, west of Route 22A.