News and Announcements

State Agencies are Deploying the Second Crew of Firefighters in a Month to Battle Fires in the Western U.S.

Massachusetts is black bear country. If you’re planning a camping trip in an RV or tent, follow these 5 tips to stay safe and keep bears wild.

Hunting will be permitted from Mondays through Thursdays between November 4, 2024, and November 27, 2024

MassWildlife offers professional development workshops for educators who want to learn more about wildlife and conservation education.

As we watch the world’s greatest athletes compete in the Summer Olympics, let’s take a look at some Massachusetts wildlife species who could be strong competitors.

Many residents are surprised to learn that Massachusetts is home to timber rattlesnakes. Learn more about these mild-mannered and very rare snakes.

Surplus Antlerless Deer Permits for zones 9, 10, 11, 13, & 14 go on sale Sept. 24. Permits for zones 3, 7, 8, & 12 go on sale Sept. 25.

Deploying Crew of 20 Wildland Firefighters to Battle One of Nine Active and Uncontained Fires in Northern Rocky Mountain Region

An ambitious marsh restoration project supported by MassWildlife and a group of conservation partners was honored by the Environmental Business Council of New England.

Prescribed fire improves habitat for game species, like white-tailed deer and wild turkey, so they can thrive in all stages of their lives. Learn about the incredible benefits of fire to game species and the hunters that pursue them.

At first glance, sea lampreys may not inspire affection. A closer look reveals that their migratory and spawning activities provide many benefits to Massachusetts’ river ecosystems. Read more and find out how you can help.

Masswildlife’s turtle headstart efforts have been boosting endangered northern red-bellied cooter populations for the last 40 years.

While school will soon be out for summer, June is when young wildlife start their crash course on how to be a successful wild animal.

With support from partners, MassWildlife's northern red-bellied cooter headstart program has boosted endangered turtle populations over the past 40 years.