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Stay safe on the ice this winter 

12/17/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Always consider ice to be potentially dangerous. Stay safe this winter by taking a few moments to review these ice safety tips and ice thickness guidelines. 

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Healey-Driscoll Administration Expands Deer Hunting Season on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket  

12/10/2025 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Administration Considering Additional Actions to Provide More Access for Hunters, Including Sunday Hunting 

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Young angler shines on 2026 guide cover 

12/03/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

The 2026 Massachusetts Fishing and Hunting Guide has arrived—and its cover comes with an unforgettable surprise. See how a young angler’s trophy catch turned into a moment his whole community celebrated.

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Give a gift on the wild side! 

12/03/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Gift ideas for the wildlife enthusiast on your list.

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Ten popular wildlife stories from 2025 

12/02/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

It was a great year for Massachusetts wildlife. Take a moment to revisit some of our most popular articles from 2025.

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Volunteer spotlight: 5 years of bat house monitoring 

12/02/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

As bats across Massachusetts settle into their winter hibernation sites, we’re taking a moment to look back at the summer roosts that support them—and the volunteers who monitor these vital habitats.

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Roche receives Sargent Award for conservation 

12/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Mike Roche of Orange received the Francis W. Sargent Conservation Award for his decades of work in conservation and outdoor education. The longtime educator has dedicated his life to connecting people with Massachusetts’ natural resources.

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Counting birds: Your new holiday tradition 

12/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Turn your birdwatching on Wildlife Management Areas into real science by taking part in the Christmas Bird Count this winter.

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Who benefits from habitat restoration? 

12/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

MassWildlife’s restoration work this year on 2,700 acres supports wildlife, outdoor recreation, local communities, and more.

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Avoid decorating with invasive plants 

12/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Don't deck the halls with invasive species! Some invasive plants can spread quickly and completely crowd out native plants.

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A closer look at deer breeding season 

11/05/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Each autumn, white-tailed deer behavior changes considerably as breeding season gets underway. This annual drama, known as the rut, is driven by instinct, daylight, and the rhythm of the seasons.

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Help MassWildlife combat hunger this giving season  

11/05/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

MassWildlife’s Hunters Share the Harvest program distributes donated venison to Massachusetts residents facing food insecurity. Learn more about the program and how you can support the cause.

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Autumn underwater: How seasonal changes affect fish 

11/03/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Fall’s arrival sparks a quiet transformation beneath the surface of lakes, ponds, and rivers.

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Where do turkeys gobble? 

11/03/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Wild turkeys are remarkably adaptable birds. They can get by in many environments, but they truly flourish where a variety of habitats come together.

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Healey-Driscoll Administration Celebrates 1,300 Acres Conserved in Winchendon and Ashburnham 

10/21/2025 Department of Fish and Game

Partners celebrate protection of this large, connected landscape for wildlife, climate resilience, and outdoor recreation