Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MASSWILDLIFE)

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Freshwater Fishing

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• Fishing Information
• Trout Stocking
• Accessible Fishing
• Fishing for Beginners
• Freshwater Fish Conservation

Massachusetts Wildlife

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• Learn about Wildlife
• Wildlife Rehabilitation
• Wildlife Viewing Guide
• Problems with Wildlife

Natural Heritage & Endangered Species

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• MESA Regulatory Review
• Vernal Pools
• Species Information & Conservation
• Natural Communities
• Rare Plant Conservation
• Rare Bird Conservation
• Rare Reptile & Amphibian Conservation
• Rare Fish Conservation
• Rare Invertebrate Conservation
• Rare Mammal Conservation
• Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Advisory Committee

Hunting

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• Hunting Regulations
• Where to Hunt
• Hunter Education
• Deer Hunting
• Turkey Hunting
• Trapping
• Pheasant Hunting
• Migratory Game Bird Hunting
• Bear Hunting
• Outdoor Recreation Safety Tips
• Coyote Hunting
• Accessible hunting
• Squirrel Hunting
• Bobcat Hunting
• Fox Hunting
• Rabbit & Hare Hunting
• Grouse Hunting

Conservation & Land Protection

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• Land Protection
• Habitat Management
• Conservation Resources for Private Landowners
• Conservation Tools for Towns and Land Trusts
• Get Involved in Conservation

• News

  Take precautions: Black bears are active and searching for food

  3/26/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  If you have bird feeders or if you keep chickens, bee hives, or livestock, act now to keep bears wild and out of neighborhoods.

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  School is out, help stock trout!

  3/25/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  The public is invited to help MassWildlife stock trout during school vacation week. Join stocking events in Braintree, Brewster, Chicopee, Leominster, Pittsfield, Plymouth, Shutesbury, Westfield, and Worcester.

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  Watch for amphibians on the road

  3/05/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  This spring, be mindful of amphibians as they emerge from their winter retreats and travel to breeding sites. Use caution while driving on rainy spring nights.

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  Public Hearing: 2026–2027 Migratory Game Bird Regulations

  3/05/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  A public hearing will be held April 13 to establish rules and regulations for the 2026–2027 migratory game bird hunting seasons.

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  Report winter fish kills

  3/05/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  This year's cold winter created more ice cover on ponds, decreasing oxygen levels and potentially causing natural fish kills. Make sure to report fish kills as the temperatures rise.

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  The cold never bothered us anyways...

  3/03/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  This winter brought the chill—not a slowdown in our productivity! Learn how MassWildlife staff take advantage of the cold winter season.

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