Department of Fish and Game

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

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Main (617) 626-1500

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

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(617) 626-1505

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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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Where to Hunt in Massachusetts MassWildlife Trout Stocking Program Massachusetts Hunter Education Program Fishing and Boating Access River Restoration: Dam Removal Streamflow Restoration

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Press Release

Baker‐Polito Administration Helps Cities and Towns Upgrade Road-Stream Crossings

8/22/2019 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Projects Will Improve River Health and Increase Community Resilience to Climate Change
Press Release

Baker-Polito Administration Announces $2.7 Million for River and Wetland Restoration and Climate Adaptation

6/24/2019 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Press Release

PHOTO RELEASE: Governor Baker, State Environmental Officials, Local Youth Stock Trout at Boston’s Jamaica Pond

4/25/2019 Office of Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito
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Baker-Polito Administration Awards $1.6 Million for River and Wetland Restoration and Climate Adaptation

4/25/2019 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
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Try the new fishing map to locate top fishing spots in Massachusetts

4/04/2019 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Planning a fishing trip in Massachusetts? Use the latest digital fishing map to find out where to cast your line.
Press Release

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Grants to Support Promotion of Massachusetts Seafood Industry

3/18/2019 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Research Grants Will Enhance Seafood Marketing and Fishing Infrastructure

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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.

Quick links

Contact Us

Address

Phone

Online

Fax

Who we serve

Our Organizations

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Top actions & services

More actions & services

Recent news & announcements from Department of Fish and Game

Baker‐Polito Administration Helps Cities and Towns Upgrade Road-Stream Crossings

Baker-Polito Administration Announces $2.7 Million for River and Wetland Restoration and Climate Adaptation

PHOTO RELEASE: Governor Baker, State Environmental Officials, Local Youth Stock Trout at Boston’s Jamaica Pond

Baker-Polito Administration Awards $1.6 Million for River and Wetland Restoration and Climate Adaptation

Try the new fishing map to locate top fishing spots in Massachusetts

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Grants to Support Promotion of Massachusetts Seafood Industry

Upcoming Events from Department of Fish and Game

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Department of Fish and Game (DFG)

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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.

Quick links

Contact Us

Address

Phone

Online

Fax

Who we serve

Our Organizations

Top actions & services

More actions & services

Recent news & announcements from Department of Fish and Game

Baker‐Polito Administration Helps Cities and Towns Upgrade Road-Stream Crossings

Baker-Polito Administration Announces $2.7 Million for River and Wetland Restoration and Climate Adaptation

PHOTO RELEASE: Governor Baker, State Environmental Officials, Local Youth Stock Trout at Boston’s Jamaica Pond

Baker-Polito Administration Awards $1.6 Million for River and Wetland Restoration and Climate Adaptation

Try the new fishing map to locate top fishing spots in Massachusetts

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Grants to Support Promotion of Massachusetts Seafood Industry

Upcoming Events from Department of Fish and Game

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