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Public reminded to not disturb spawning sea lamprey in Connecticut River Drainage

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is reminding anglers and the general public as a whole to avoid disturbing spawning sea lamprey that may currently be found in the Connecticut River and several of its tributaries.

Consider Delayed Mowing to Conserve Grassland Birds

We encourage landowners to help promote these beloved species and give these birds a chance to complete their nesting season simply by altering the times of year that they mow large fields.

Fawns Are Arriving... Leave Them Alone Urges F&W

Bobcat Caught on Game Camera in Brandon VT

This bobcat was caught in a series of photos on a game camera set up under a bridge in Brandon, Vermont. The cameras are put out as part of a collaborative partnership between Vermont Fish & Wildlife, The Nature Conservancy, and VTrans to better understand wildlife movement around road crossing structures.

Michael Scott is Vermont’s Warden of the Year

Michael Scott of Barton is Vermont's State Game Warden of the Year. A game warden since 2014, Scott received the award in recognition of his excellent service from Governor Phil Scott on May 23 in Montpelier.

VT Fish & Wildlife Celebrates Newest Wildlife Management Area in Windsor on June 7

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department will celebrate the grand opening of the new Windsor Grasslands Wildlife Management Area on Thursday, June 7, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

2018 Vermont Fishing Guide & Regulations Available

Vermont is often recognized for having some of the best freshwater fishing in the Northeast. The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department says one of the best ways to learn about the state’s fishing opportunities is to check out the 2018 Vermont Fishing Guide & Regulations available free from its district offices and license agents throughout the state.

Vermonters are Seeing Increased Bear Conflicts with Late Spring

Black bears have arisen from their winter slumber and are once again roaming the landscape looking for food. The late spring is delaying the growth of bears’ natural food sources, which is likely contributing to a rise in bear-human conflicts this year according to Vermont Fish & Wildlife bear biologist Forrest Hammond.

Game Wardens Pay Tribute to Warden Arnold Magoon

Vermont State Game Wardens paid tribute on Saturday, April 28 to the memory of Warden Arnold Magoon of Brandon who was killed 40 years ago by a suspected deer poacher.

Vermont Allocates 13 Moose Hunting Permits for 2018

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Board voted on April 25 to have 13 moose hunting permits awarded this year.