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Trapping in Massachusetts

Find information about trapping regulations, classes, and resources.

A trapping license is required for all persons age 12 years of age and older. In addition, to trap on the land of another, a Trap Registration Number is required. Find season dates, reporting information, regulations, prohibitions, and more.

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Trapping information  Trapping seasons 

All other tasks

Apply for or Renew a trap registration number   Apply to be a Problem Animal Control agent  Renew your Problem Animal Control license 

What you need to know

Find a check station  Take a Trapper Education course  View trapping regs at 321 CMR 3.02(5)  Trapping log 

Best management practices for trapping 
Open PDF file, 2.68 MB,  Trapping and Furbearer Management (English, PDF 2.68 MB)
Open PDF file, 221.63 KB,  Massachusetts Fur Buyers License application (English, PDF 221.63 KB)

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