News and Announcements

It’s not you, it’s the bird seed. Here’s why it’s time to cut ties with your feeder.

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

DCR and DFG are Deploying a 20-Person Crew of Firefighters to Help Battle Blazes

Many grasslands and agricultural fields managed by MassWildlife have been undergoing dramatic changes. Abandoned pastures, hayfields, and cornfields are being restored to native warm-season grasslands.

An antlerless deer permit (sometimes called a doe permit or doe tag) is required for those who want to hunt antlerless deer this fall.

This year, Cape Cod is seeing the emergence of 17-year periodical cicadas. Large, loud, and abundant, these cicadas have been making quite an impression.

MassWildlife is finalizing a 2025–2035 revision to the SWAP. Join an information session on July 17 to learn about the update and how to submit public comment.

MassWildlife is offering free archery classes this summer and opportunities to practice on ranges across the state.

Spend your summer on the water with this essential guide to free fishing classes, family fun, and pro tips for targeting bass and trout.

Call the Massachusetts Environmental Police 1 (800) 632-8075 to report a fish kill. The vast majority of summer fish kills reported are natural events.

Predators killing chickens and damaging coops is becoming a major source of wildlife conflict in Massachusetts. Learn how you can take action to protect your poultry.

MassWildlife is hosting a series of learn to fish events in Worcester.

Looking for a fun way to reconnect with the outdoors, hone your observation skills, and spark your sense of adventure? Use the ideas on this page to add a fun challenge to your next walk, hike, or beach day.

During the late spring and early summer, dragonflies and damselflies transform from water-dwelling larvae to impressive aerial hunters.

Don’t let damage from wildlife spoil your garden. Learn how you can prevent your plants from becoming a snack for woodchucks, rabbits, squirrels, and deer.