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Apply for your Antlerless Deer Permit by July 16

6/30/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Reeling in memories: Summer fishing guide

6/27/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Report fish kills

6/26/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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Protect your poultry from predators

6/26/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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Hey Worcester! Learn to fish with MassWildlife

6/16/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Born for summer: Dragonflies are emerging

6/03/2025 MassWildlife's Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program

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

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Outdoor Scavenger Hunt

6/03/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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Veggie Vandals: Protecting your gardens from wildlife

6/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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Fawn Phases: Why it’s normal to find fawns alone

5/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

To stay hidden from predators, young white-tailed deer spend much of their first 30 days on their own. Learn about fawn development and why you should never approach or take a fawn from the wild even if it’s alone.

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Notes from the field: Protecting Bay State turtles

4/02/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Turtle conservation is a big job and relies on the work of many individuals. Journey through the seasons with one of MassWildlife’s field biologists for an inside look at what it takes to research and protect our rare turtles.

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Trout stocking begins in March

3/04/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

This spring, MassWildlife will stock trout in over 450 waterbodies in 264 towns across Massachusetts! Find out where and get daily updates at Mass.gov/trout.

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Public comment period extended on proposed bear regulations

3/03/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

The public comment period for proposed bear hunting regulations has been extended. All comments must be received by 4 p.m. on March 17, 2025.

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Dance of the American woodcock

3/03/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

As winter loosens its grip, American woodcock males get ready to carry out one of nature’s most mesmerizing performances. Learn more about these interesting birds and find out how you can observe their dramatic mating flight.

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2025 Youth Turkey Hunt Program

3/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

After completing the program, young hunters can take part in a special mentored turkey hunt. Participants can choose between an in-person or self-paced, online seminar.

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Junior Conservation Camp teaches outdoor skills to Massachusetts teens

2/04/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Campers aged 13–17 learn conservation, shooting sports, fishing techniques, orienteering, and more from experts in a fun, safe camp environment.