Aug. 5-7 — CASTLETON — The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department will be offering a new Teen Conservation Weekend to be held at the Edward F. Kehoe Conservation Camp in Castleton on Aug. 5-7. “We are pleased to announce a […]
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Vermont black bears: how to effectively manage conflict
Bears are exiting their winter dens, so it’s the perfect time for Protect Our Wildlife to share their new bear report, “Vermont Black Bears and How to Effectively Manage Conflict.” The report is the product of a five-month-long project launched […]
VINS explores mammals for a day
Saturday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—Join VINS for a day exploring the amazing lives of mammals, Saturday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Discover the specialties of these furred critters and find out how important they are to the natural world. See […]
Learn about Vermont’s rattlesnakes with VTF&W biologist Doug Blodgett
Thursday, March 8, 7 p.m.—RUTLAND—Vermonters of all ages are invited to attend a presentation about Vermont’s timber rattlesnakes on March 8 in Rutland. The presentation will be held at the Community College of Vermont, 60 West St., Rutland, from 7-8:30 p.m. Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department […]
Vermont Craft Brewery sponsors rattlesnake conservation
By Tom Rogers, Vt. Fish & Wildlife Wildlife biologist Doug Blodgett raises a glass of Timber Rattler IPA with Brocklebank Craft Brewery owner Anne Linehan at the Tunbridge brewery. A portion of the proceeds of the beer will be donated […]
Vermont’s Rifle Deer Season starts saturday, Nov. 14
By Tom Rogers courtesy of Vt. Fish & Wildlife Hunters are urged to wear a fluorescent orange hat and vest during Vermont’s popular Nov. 14-29 rifle deer season. Hunters are gearing up for the start of Vermont’s statewide traditionally popular […]
Be alert to moose on Vt’s roadways
Photo courtesy of VT Fish & Wildlife Moose are more likely to be crossing roadways at this time of year, especially after dark or early in the mornings. Drivers need to be alert and cautious because moose are on the […]