News Coyote listening sessions scheduled in Massachusetts
From Division of Fisheries and Wildlife –In response to concerns about coyote hunting contests, MassWildlife is holding a series of listening sessions throughout the state.
2017 Visit To A Timber Rattlesnake Den In Massachusetts
Animal World Experience-On a beautiful October day in 2017, I filmed a visit to my favorite Timber Rattlesnake den in
Tips For Hiking Safely In Bear Country
Bears are naturally afraid of humans, but as the lines between bears and humans become less defined, bears become more audacious in our presence. This is especially true in areas where they’re accustomed to seeing us, like hiking trails. Aside from always packing your bear spray, there are a few other precautions you can take while hiking
Coyote Hunting Contests In Massachusetts Prompt Concern
Some animal rights activists are calling on Massachusetts wildlife officials to ban coyote hunting contests in the state. State officials say they are only aware of three hunting contests for coyotes across the state. And there are no specific regulations governing them besides the normal hunting laws.
2019 Fishing licenses fees in Massachusetts
I have been getting asked in E-mails about Non-resident fees and such if i knew well i was thinking if i was to go north like say Maine i would definitely hit the Maine gov page to ensure i had the proper lic and knowledge of my trip ? but seeing im a good guy i dont mind helping anyone out if i can so i did some research and came by this list but Always check the mass gov page...
debate about mountain lions in Massachusetts
STOCKBRIDGE — A photo taken late last month of a big cat sitting on the banks of the Housatonic River has sparked lively debate, with many believing it’s a mountain lion — even as the photographer and state wildlife officials say otherwise.
No action on proposed Hunting changes in Massachusetts
Sportsmen have been asking if any progress is being made with two proposed changes to the hunting regulations — Sunday bowhunting and allowing use of crossbows without a special permit — and the answer is “No.”
After 160 years, a wild gray wolf turns up in Mass
A wild Eastern gray wolf roamed Western Massachusetts last fall before being shot to death on a farm, federal and state officials said yesterday. It was the first wolf confirmed in the state since hunters drove the species out more than 160 years ago
Coyote or wolf? Animals in Massachusetts may be both
Eastern coyotes have been escalating recently, but as reports of the crafty and adaptable creatures have been increasing so have misidentifications as wolves. The recent sightings come during their breeding season, which runs from January to April but is at its height in mid-February.