Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

MassWildlife is responsible for the conservation of freshwater fish and wildlife in the Commonwealth, including endangered plants and animals. MassWildlife restores, protects, and manages land for wildlife to thrive and for people to enjoy.

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MassWildlife Field Headquarters

1 Rabbit Hill Road, Westborough, MA 01581

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Main (508) 389-6300

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Fax 508-389-7890

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Through the effective management of wildlife and habitat, MassWildlife ensures quality outdoor recreational opportunities for hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy the impressive variety of plants, fish, and wildlife found in Massachusetts. Outdoor skills clinics, wildlife education workshops, presentations, and online resources provide all residents with a greater understanding and appreciation for wildlife conservation. Keep in touch with us – sign up to receive monthly e-newsletters.

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Help the animals and plants of Massachusetts thrive

10/30/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Don't wait until Giving Tuesday to let us know you care!

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CWD reminder for deer hunters that hunt out of state

10/31/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

To keep Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) from spreading to Massachusetts, it is illegal to import deer parts from places where CWD has been detected.

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George Darey receives Francis Sargent Conservation Award

11/01/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

On October 30, George Darey of Lenox received the Francis Sargent Conservation Award for his contributions to natural resource conservation in Massachusetts.
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River rafting to study fish

11/01/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

A raft donated by a group of Trout Unlimited members is helping MassWildlife biologists study trout and other fish in previously inaccessible areas.
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Jonathan Regosin named Deputy Director

10/31/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

At its September meeting, the Fisheries and Wildlife Board unanimously voted to promote Former Chief of Conservation Science Jon Regosin to the position of Deputy Director.
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MassWildlife and MassDOT partner on award winning project

10/31/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

MassWildlife and MassDOT received a biennial achievement award this October for their collaborative Linking Landscapes of Massachusetts Wildlife Program.
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Trout spawning underway

10/31/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Each fall, fisheries biologists collect approximately 1.5 million trout eggs at the state fish hatcheries.
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Private/public partnership results in enhanced access to Three Mile Pond

10/28/2018 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Hunters, paddlers, and wildlife watchers will all benefit from the improvements at Three Mile Pond in Sheffield.

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