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Fish Vermont - The Opportunities Are Endless

With 808 lakes and ponds and over 7,000 miles of rivers and streams, Vermont is chock-full of world-class fishing for anglers of all ages, abilities and interests.

Antlerless Muzzleloader Permits Lottery is Open

More than 24,000 permits are available. Deadline to apply is August 24.

Be Bear Aware - Living with Black Bears

Learn how to protect your home and property or report a bear incident.

REEL FUN WEEK - July 10 -17

Come celebrate the great fishing at many of Vermont’s state parks and check out one of our free instructional clinics to help you get started in fishing.

To protect and conserve our fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the people of Vermont.

REEL FUN WEEK - Fishing at Vermont State Parks

Fishing at Vermont State Parks just got easier with free loaner equipment. Plus from July 10 - 17 free fishing clinics are scheduled for several State Parks.

Trapping Petition Information

Review documents associated with the petition for the expansion of bobcat and otter trapping seasons, and the trap check time for muskrat colony cage traps.