New Bear Population Estimate Based on 2023 Data Available August 19, 2024 There are many factors that influence a bear population Read more about New Bear Population Estimate Based on 2023 Data Available
Controlled Waterfowl Hunt Applications are Available August 6, 2024 Controlled goose hunting at Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area will be by lottery drawing Read more about Controlled Waterfowl Hunt Applications are Available
Peregrine Falcon Nesting Season Complete July 30, 2024 Hikers and rock climbers can return to Vermont cliffs now that peregrine falcon nesting season has ended. Read more about Peregrine Falcon Nesting Season Complete
Vermonters Invited to Double Down on Counting Turkeys July 31, 2024 This year, the department’s usual mid-survey reminder is especially important as a chance to learn more Read more about Vermonters Invited to Double Down on Counting Turkeys
Vermont Hunter Education Courses Are Offered Now July 29, 2024 If you or someone you know would like to go hunting this fall but have never taken a hunter education course, this is the time to act Read more about Vermont Hunter Education Courses Are Offered Now
Living with Wildlife: Bats in Your House? July 22, 2024 Bats can end up in your living space for many reasons. Read more about Living with Wildlife: Bats in Your House?
Vermont Moose Hunting Permit Winners Are Drawn July 17, 2024 The drawing is done by a random sort of applications that were submitted by the June 19 deadline. Read more about Vermont Moose Hunting Permit Winners Are Drawn
July 31 is Deadline for Muzzleloader Antlerless Deer Permit Applications July 15, 2024 The 2024 recommendation aims to reduce deer numbers in much of the state Read more about July 31 is Deadline for Muzzleloader Antlerless Deer Permit Applications
Training Course Offered Aug. 1 for New Hunter Education Instructors July 8, 2024 New Instructor Training Course for people interested in volunteering to teach hunter, trapper or bow hunter education courses in Vermont. Read more about Training Course Offered Aug. 1 for New Hunter Education Instructors
Vermont Master Angler Program 2023 Annual Report Released July 5, 2024 Anglers catching a fish exceeding the minimum qualifying length in any of the 34 species categories can receive a certificate commemorating their catch. Read more about Vermont Master Angler Program 2023 Annual Report Released