Vermont Coverts Woodlands For Wildlife
In 1983, the Ruffed Grouse Society received a grant to look at ways of reaching the millions of private forest landowners throughout the United States with wildlife management information.
New Hampshire Fish And Game’s Mark Beauchesne Highlights Department Activities
Just listening to him talk, you quickly realize he is an enthusiastic hunter and angler who spends much of his free time pursuing those activities. Bird hunting being one of his favorite sports.
Beauchesne started at Fish and Game as a volunteer 28 years ago and soon became a full time employee holding many different jobs over the years. He is currently Programs Manager in the Public Information and Education Division.
Remembering Route 66
I was not enamored of Los Angeles and after a short time, returned home to Vermont with Bob Poutre also via Route 66. Bob had moved to California with his wife Betty a year or two before and was moving back to Vermont.
Leave Fawns Alone
Fawns do not attempt to evade predators during their first few weeks, instead relying on camouflage and stillness to remain undetected. During these times, fawns learn critical survival skills from their mothers. Bringing a fawn into a human environment results in separation from its mother, and it usually results in a sad ending for the animal..
Women & Our Woods
They pointed out that despite their growing presence, women are still less likely to engage in forest management activities because of lack of support and access to information. This is where the Women & Our Woods (WOW-VT) program comes in, supporting women in their role as forest stewards and providing the tools and community they need to succeed.
Biologist Jud Kratzer Talk Fishing In The Kingdom
The St. Johnsbury District covers the Wells River watershed north to the Quebec border and includes the Memphremagog watershed and the upper Lamoile watershed over to Morrisville..
Turkey Hunting Opens Friday In Twin States
A successful hunter in Vermont’s spring turkey seasons must report their turkey within 48 hours to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department. This can be done at a local big game reporting station or online at Vermont Fish and Wildlife’s website.
Youth Turkey Hunting Is This Weekend
“The youth and novice turkey hunting weekend provides an excellent opportunity for experienced hunters to teach young or new hunters how to safely and successfully hunt wild turkeys,” said Toni Mikula, Vermont’s wild turkey biologist.
Restoration Of Wild Turkeys Celebrated In Pawlet Saturday
The restoration of native wild turkeys to our state is important biologically, ecologically and for the heritage value of their return for all Vermonters to enjoy,” said Vermont Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Jason Batchelder. “It was accomplished after a thorough scientific assessment to ensure we again had suitable habitat that would support a population of wild turkeys.
Local Students Win F&W Art Contest
We have waited all winter and Saturday we finally get a chance to fish for trout in Vermont’s lakes and streams. As is usual, opening weekend the fishing will likely be slow as the water will still be cold and my well be high and fast.
Moose And Deer Hearing To Be Held In St. J March 18
Pre-recorded videos of the moose and deer presentations that will be given at these meetings will be available by going to the “Public Hearings Schedule” on Vermont Fish and Wildlife’s home page.
A Candid Interview With The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Commissioner
One of the hot topics currently is posting of land. The department had floated the idea that land be posted January 1 for the ensuing year.
Vermont Student Fish Art Contest Now Open
“The Fish Art Contest is a way for Vermont students to use their creativity and strengthen their knowledge and connection with our environment,” said Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department Education Specialist Corey Hart.
Vermont’s State-wide Free Ice Fishing Day is Saturday
Fishing equipment will be loaned for this fun day on the ice, or participants may bring their own.
Vermont Youth Hunters Urged To Report Deer To A Biological Check Station
“While it isn’t recommended to wear orange during waterfowl and turkey seasons, we certainly still recommend hunter orange when you are going to and from your blind, treestand or calling spot,” added Meier.
Prepare For The Twin States’ Youth Deer Hunting Weekends
The adult must have direct control and supervision, including the ability to see and communicate with the youth hunter without the aid of artificial devices such as radios or binoculars, except for medically necessary devices such as hearing aids or eyeglasses.
Protect Our Deer, Prevent The Spread Of CWD
It is essential that hunters do everything possible to prevent this devastating disease from spreading by adhering to laws and regulations regarding the transportation of cervids from CWD-positive jurisdictions.
Share The Woods And Be Safe
Pick the right time. Wildlife and hunters are most active at dawn and dusk. Legal hunting times for most game run from a half hour before sunrise to a half hour after sunset. Wildlife, and consequently hunters, are most active at dawn and dusk.
Vermont Bear Population Increases, Department Launches Study To Understand Why
It is legal to take a bear that has been collared for the study. If they do, hunters are asked to contact the department and to treat the GPS collars with care until they can be returned to a state biologist.
Jason Batchelder Is New Vermont Fish and Wildlife Commissioner
He replaces interim Commissioner Andrea Shortsleeve. A resident of Elmore, Batchelder enjoys hunting and fishing of all kinds.