Department of Fish and Game (DFG)

The Department of Fish and Game works to preserve the state's natural resources. We exercise responsibility over the Commonwealth's marine and freshwater fisheries, wildlife species, plants, and natural communities, as well as the habitats that support them.

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Freshwater fishing information
Freshwater fishing information 
Recreational saltwater fishing information
Recreational saltwater fishing information 
pheasant hunting
Hunting information 
fishing hunting license
Buy your fishing or hunting license 
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Fishing and boating access 

Contact Us

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Address

251 Causeway St., #400, Boston, MA 02114
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Phone

Main (617) 626-1500

Open M-F 8:45 a.m.-5.pm.

Online

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Fax

(617) 626-1505

Who we serve

The Department of Fish and Game is responsible for conserving the Commonwealth’s natural resources while also providing outdoor recreation opportunities to the public. We also issue licenses for hunting, trapping, recreational fishing, and commercial fishing. 

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Buy a Fishing or Hunting License  Freshwater Fishing Information  Recreational Saltwater Fishing 

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