Department of Fish and Game

The Department of Fish and Game’s mission is to conserve the Commonwealth’s abundant marine and freshwater fisheries, wildlife, plants, and natural communities, as well as the habitats that support them, for the benefit and enjoyment of all people.

Contact Us

Online

DFG.info@mass.gov

Contact someone in DFG or one of its Divisions.

Phone

Main (617) 626-1500

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

Fax

(617) 626-1505

Address

100 Cambridge Street, Floor 6
Boston, MA 02114

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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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Recent news & announcements

Press Release

Department of Fish and Game and Mount Grace Partner to Protect 39.5 Acres in Ashby

7/10/2025 Department of Fish and Game

Conservation will link key habitats for wildlife and expand outdoor recreation opportunities
Press Release

Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Over $800K to Support Dam Removal & Wetland Restoration Projects

5/12/2025 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Projects will restore nature and protect our communities from extreme weather
Press Release

Massachusetts Celebrates 3rd Annual Right Whale Day at the New England Aquarium

4/24/2025 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Partners highlight leading efforts to conserve critically endangered North Atlantic right whales, Massachusetts’ official state marine mammal
Press Release

Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates New Boat Ramp at Quabbin Reservoir Ahead of Fishing Season

4/18/2025 Department of Fish and Game

Upgrades Improve Access for Anglers to Premier Freshwater Fishing on the Quabbin Reservoir Starting April 19, 2025
Press Release

Massachusetts Commercial Fisheries Commission Holds Inaugural Meeting

4/11/2025 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Representatives from commercial fishing groups will meet with state officials quarterly to promote sustainable fisheries and support for the industry
Press Release

Massachusetts Launches Innovative Passive Acoustic Monitoring Program for North Atlantic Right Whales

3/25/2025 Department of Fish and Game

New buoys will collect real-time data on the presence of critically endangered North Atlantic right whales in coastal waters to support conservation efforts

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