Department of Fish and Game (DFG)

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

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

DFG Staff Directory View 

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. The Department issues licenses for hunting, trapping, recreational fishing, and commercial fishing. 

What do you need help with?

Featured services

Recreational Saltwater Fishing 
Freshwater Fishing Information 
Where to Hunt in Massachusetts 

More services

MassWildlife Trout Stocking Program 
Massachusetts Hunter Education Program 
Fishing and Boating Access 
River Restoration: Streamflow 
River Restoration: Dam Removal 
Department of Fish and Game Public Records Request 
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Locations

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