new hampshire outdoor news

10/6/14
N.H. Food Bank Seeks Meat Donations from Hunters
New Hampshire hunters can share their fall harvest with the needy through the “Hunt for the Hungry” program at the New Hampshire Food Bank. Once again this fall, the food bank is collecting donations of whole or processed game animals for distribution to more than 400 food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters and group homes statewide. 

10/3/14
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk – Wild Game, from Field to Table
Master game chef Denny Corriveau, founder of the Free Range Culinary Institute, will take the mystery out of cooking venison and other wild game at a free talk on Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

9/29/14
Atlantic Herring Days Out Meeting October 3, 2014
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Atlantic Herring Section will hold a meeting on October 3, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., to review landing effort and discuss ‘days out’ measures for 2014 commercial herring harvesters. The meeting will be held via conference call. 

9/25/14
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk – Hunting Dominant Bucks
Get an edge on that big buck in the woods this fall by coming to a free deer hunting talk by local hunting expert Dave Priebe on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required.

9/23/14
Make Blaze Orange Your Fall Fashion Statement
Hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to put on a bright orange article of clothing when they head afield this fall.

9/23/14
N.H. Pheasant Season Opens October 1
New Hampshire's hunting season for pheasant gets underway on October 1 and continues through December 31. There will be 73 stocking sites in 50 towns

9/22/14
NH High School Bass Fishing Tournaments Set
Since the first-ever student bass tournament in May of 2013, these tournaments have become a popular high school sports competition in New Hampshire.

9/19/14
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk - Calling all Whitetails – Archery Tactics
Increase your odds of success hunting deer with bow and arrow in New Hampshire's woods this fall by coming to a free talk by local hunting expert Dean Vanier on Wednesday, September 24, 2014, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required

9/11/14
Registration Opens for BOW Navigating in the Outdoors Workshop
Learn how to find your way in the wilderness at a one-day "Beyond BOW" workshop for women, Navigating in the Outdoors, on Saturday, October 25, 2014, at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H. 

9/4/14
National Hunting & Fishing Day N.H. Sporting Expo September 20, 2014, in Concord
The National Hunting and Fishing Day New Hampshire Sporting Expo is coming up this month - September 20, 2014, at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, in Concord, N.H., from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Admission is free.

9/4/14
2014-2015  Wildlife Rule Changes Reminder
Some of the state’s hunting seasons have already begun and many more are just around the corner. Black bear and gray squirrel seasons opened September 1.

9/3/14
BOATING ADVISORY
Until further notice, The Town of Hooksett advises boaters to avoid travel under the two westerly (northerly) spans of the Lilac Bridge, closest to Robie’s General Store, over the Merrimack River in the Village of Hooksett, N.H

9/2/14
Great Bay Discovery Center Seeks Volunteer Educators for Fall Cultural History School Programs
Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity this fall involving kids, sharing history and exploring the past of New Hampshire’s seacoast? On September 10, 2014, the Great Bay Discovery Center will hold its annual fall educator training at the Hugh Gregg Coastal Conservation Center, 89 Depot Road in Greenland

8/21/14
Proposed Hike Safe Card Rule Hearing Set for September 8, 2014
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed rules to establish a voluntary hike safe card on Monday, September 8, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. at the N.H. Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

8/20/14
Proposed Bear Guide Rule Hearing Set for September 15, 2014
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed rules regarding issuance of bear hunt guide permits on Monday, September 15, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. at the N.H. Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

8/18/14
Visit Fish and Game at the Fair!
While you're having fun at the Hopkinton and Lancaster Fairs on Labor Day weekend, visit the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department exhibits, a great way to explore hunting, fishing and wildlife watching opportunities in our state.

8/15/14
Still Openings in Barry Camp Wild Game Culinary Adventure
N.H. Fish and Game still has openings in the Barry Camp Wild Game Culinary Adventure, a weekend exploring wild game preparation and cooking in the fall splendor of New Hampshire's White Mountains.

8/15/14
Atlantic Coastal States Schedule Public Hearings on Striped Bass Draft Addendum IV
The Atlantic coastal states and jurisdictions have scheduled hearings to gather public comment on Draft Addendum IV to Amendment 6 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Striped Bass.

8/14/14
New Hampshire Waterfowl Hunting Seasons Set
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has set final season dates and bag limits for the 2014-2015 waterfowl hunting season, after considering comments from sportsmen at the recent public meeting.

8/13/14
Successful Moose Permit Auction for Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH
The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire announces another successful year for the Moose Permit Auction

8/13/14
N.H. High School Bass Fishing Educational Seminars Set August 27 and 28, 2014 (RSVP by August 19)
With student bass fishing tournaments quickly becoming popular among New Hampshire high schools, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is scheduled to host its second annual “High School Bass Fishing Seminar Series” this August.

8/8/14
Hot Weather Fishing, Loons & Lead, A Future for Salt Marshes? – All in NH Wildlife Journal
Explore the cool side of hot-weather fishing in the July-August 2014 issue of NH Wildlife Journal.

8/8/14
2014-15 Marine Rule Hearing September 2, 2014
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed marine fishing rules for 2015 at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday September 2, 2014, at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801.

8/7/14
Anglers – Please Release Tagged Bass when Fishing the Squam Lakes
Anglers fishing the Squam Lakes in New Hampshire are being asked to immediately release any largemouth and smallmouth bass they catch that were radio tagged as part of a New Hampshire Fish and Game Department study.

8/1/14
Ashley Ferry Boat Ramp in Claremont Closed for Silt Removal
The public boat access facility along the Connecticut River known as Ashley Ferry, in Claremont, N.H., will be closed to accommodate dredging to remove accumulated river silt on the ramp.

8/1/14
Waterfowl Season Meeting Set for August 13, 2014
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public meeting on proposed season dates andbag limits for the 2014 waterfowl hunting season on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, at 6:00 p.m., at the N.H. Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.

7/29/14
Free Introduction to Fishing Class Offered at Umbagog
Calling all want-to-be anglers! The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program, the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge, and the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation are teaming up to give you the opportunity to discover a recreational activity that is fun for the whole family.

7/25/14
Public Asked to Report Summer Wild Turkey Brood Sightings
Got turkeys? If so, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department wants to know! Report sightings of hen turkeys, with or without young, through Fish and Game's web-based survey at wildnh.com/turkeybroodsurvey.

7/24/14
Free Waterfowl Hunting Seminar in Holderness
Get an introduction to waterfowl hunting at a free seminar being offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday, August 23, 2014, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness.

7/24/14
Early Migratory Game Bird Seasons Set
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has finalized the 2014 hunting season dates and baglimits for early season migratory game birds, with no changes from last year.

7/24/14
Stinson Lake Boat Ramp in Rumney Closed for Repairs
The public boat access facility at Stinson Lake in Rumney, N.H., will be closed for repairs and improvements starting Monday, July 28, through Friday, August 15, 2014.

7/23/14
Free Workshop on Woodcock and Ruffed Grouse Hunting
Get set for the fall grouse and woodcock season at a free workshop on Ruffed Grouse and Woodcock Hunting on Saturday, August 9, 2014, from 9 a.m. to noon at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness.

7/23/14
Third Loon Death from Lead Poisoning  Underscores Need for Switch to Non-lead Tackle
The mood was unmistakably somber as a Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) biologist collected the third documented lead-poisoned loon from New Hampshire waters this year, this one discovered on July 18, 2014, on Lake Winnipesaukee.

7/21/14
Special Unit M Antlerless Deer Permits Selling Fast
Hunters who still want the chance to take additional antlerless deer in Wildlife Management Unit Min southeastern New Hampshire during the fall hunting seasons should act fast as Unit M permits are selling out quickly.

7/21/14
Two Separate Hiking Groups Rescued from Mt. Major in Alton over the Weekend
Two separate hiking groups were rescued from Mt. Major in Alton over the weekend.

7/9/14
Sign up now for the Watershed Series Kayak Program put on by the Great Bay Discovery Center.
Join us for our NEW Watershed Series Kayak Program. This trip series will take us from the River to the Sea. We will focus on learning how human activities and behavior at the top of the watershed affect other people and the environment all the way from the headwaters to the ocean.

7/9/14
Summer Is Time for Hunter Education! Last call for bowhunter-only programs
It might be hot outside, but hunting seasons will soon be here. If you need a hunter education class, sign up now to get into a class this summer or early fall.

7/7/14
National Hunting & Fishing Day N.H. Sporting Expo – Sept. 20, 2014, in Concord
Mark your calendars for the National Hunting and Fishing Day New Hampshire Sporting Expo on September 20, 2014, at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, in Concord, N.H., from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Admission is free.

7/1/14
Unit M Antlerless Deer Permits Now Available; Unit L Permits Sold Out
Hunters who want the chance to take additional antlerless deer in Wildlife Management Unit M in southeastern New Hampshire during the fall hunting seasons can now buy a special permit from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

7/1/14
Be Aware of  Endangered Piping Plovers on N.H. Beaches
Be aware of endangered birds on the beaches this holiday weekend and beyond, as the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department reports there are still three pairs of piping plovers raising chicks on Hampton and Seabrook beaches.

7/1/14
Be Bear Aware as You Enjoy the Summer Season
As summer heats up, N.H. Fish and Game is urging homeowners, campers, and the rest of us tobe bear aware. Early summer continues to represent a lean time for bears, according to Andy Timmins, Fish and Game bear biologist.

6/27/14
2014-2015 wildlife rule changes
Highlights of final wildlife rule changes for the 2014-2015 hunting seasons were announced today by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

6/27/14
Atlantic Herring Days Out Meeting July 2, 2014
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Atlantic Herring Section will hold a meeting on July 2, 2014, at 11:00 a.m., to review landing effort and discuss ‘days out’ measures for 2014 commercial herring harvesters.

6/25/14
NH Moose Auction Bid Deadline Is August 8, 2014
The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire announces the launch of the 2014 NH Moose Permit Auction.

6/20/14
Lucky Day for 2014 NH Moose Hunt PermitWinners
The adventure of a lifetime is in store for 124 people who have been offered permits to hunt moose in New Hampshire this October.

6/16/14
Summer Kayak Programs
Celebrate summer with a paddle on Great Bay.
The Great Bay Discovery Center at 89 Depot Road in Greenland, NH, is offering the following paddling events this summer. For more information or to register, call (603) 778-0015

6/16/14
NH Moose Hunt Lottery Drawing - Friday, June 20, 2014
The annual drawing to select the lucky hunters who will be offered a permit to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall will be held on Friday, June 20, at 9:00 a.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H. Fish and Game will issue 124 moose hunting permits this year.

6/13/14
Trout Take Flight – to New Hampshire's Remote Ponds
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department completed its annual aerial stocking of remote trout ponds this week. Every year, Fish and Game contracts a helicopter to stock remote ponds, from Sunapee to Pittsburg.

6/12/14
Public Hearings Set for Draft Amendments for Atlantic Herring, American Eel
New Hampshire will host two public hearings the evening of June 23, 2014, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road in Portsmouth, N.H.

6/10/14
Owl Brook Hunter Education Center Open House - Saturday, 6/14/14!
Bring the family for a day of outdoor fun and learning at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center this Saturday, June 14, 2014, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free

6/6/14
White Tailed Deer Rescued at Hampton Beach
New Hampshire Fish & Game Law Enforcement and a Wildlife Biologist responded to a call for assistance at Hampton Beach located in Hampton, NH for a report of two stranded deer.

6/6/14
Second Loon Injured in Shooting Dies; Reward Offered for Information
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Law Enforcement, in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, continues to seek help from the public with the investigation into the shooting of two common loons in New Hampshire, one in the vicinity of the Cocheco River in Dover, and the other on Lake Winnipesaukee in Gilford.

6/5/14
Potanipo Lake Boat Ramp in Brookline, NH, to Close for Maintenance
The public boat access facility at Potanipo Lake in Brookline, N.H., will be closed for maintenance on Thursday, June 12, 2014.

5/30/14
Reminder - Saturday, June 7, 2014, Is New Hampshire's Free Fishing Day!
Start making plans to get out and go fishing on Free Fishing Day -- Saturday, June 7, 2014. On Free Fishing Day, you can fish anywhere in New Hampshire – freshwater or saltwater -- without a fishing license.

5/30/14
Clean Water, Healthy Trout – Celebration and Workshops
Learn about a new effort to protect and restore trout habitat and join in fun for the entire family at an event sponsored by the Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust.

5/29/14
Register Now for NH “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” Fall Workshop
Women interested in learning outdoor skills in a beautiful setting can now sign up for New Hampshire's fall Becoming anOutdoors-Woman weekend workshop, which will take place September 5-7, 2014, at Rockywold/Deephaven Camps on Squam Lake in Holderness, N.H.

5/23/14
Public’s Help Sought in Finding Loon Poachers
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers are seeking help from the public in identifying suspects who were involved with shooting loons in two separate incidents this week.

5/23/14
Leave Fawns Alone – Their Mothers Are Likely Nearby
In the coming weeks, deer will be giving birth around the state. May and June are the months when the majority of deer fawns are born in New Hampshire.

5/23/14
Helping a New England Native – The New England Cottontail
Come to the Durham Public Library, Monday evening, June 9, 2014, at 7 p.m., to learn about efforts to restore habitat for native wildlife, from cottontails to songbirds, on state and town-owned lands in the town of Durham.

5/22/14
N.H. OHRV/Snowmobile Safety Course Now Available Online
If you need to complete an Off Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile safety course to get your New Hampshire safety certificate, you now have the option of completing the training online. Sign up today at wildnh.com/OHRV/ohrv_online_ed.html.

5/22/14
Atlantic Herring Landing Days Announced
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commissioners from the states of Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts have met with industry representatives and set the allowable landing days for the beginning of the 2014 Management Area 1A Atlantic herring fishery

5/22/14
Two North Country Fly-Fishing Workshops Offered in June
If you're interested in learning to fly fish, take advantage of two free workshops coming up in June in New Hampshire's beautiful North Country. Sign up soon, as registration is limited and is conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.

5/21/14
Last Chance for the NH Moose Hunt Lottery
If you haven't submitted an application and want a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, then you better get moving! The deadline for entering the New Hampshire moose hunt lottery is Friday, May 30.

5/19/14
Be Aware of Endangered Piping Plovers on N.H. Beaches
Be aware of endangered birds on the beaches this holiday weekend and beyond, as the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department reports there are five pairs of piping plovers nesting along the sandy shores of Hampton and Seabrook.

5/15/14
Stinson Lake  Public Boat Access Facility (Rumney) Remains Closed for Repairs
The public boat access facility at Stinson Lake in Rumney, N.H., remains closed for repairs and improvements, according to Garret Graaskamp, the Statewide Public Boat Access Program Coordinator for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

5/8/14
Registration Opens for North Country Fly-Fishing Workshop
Learn how to fly fish while enjoying a visit to beautiful northern New Hampshire. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's "Let's Go Fishing" Program and the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation are teaming up to present "The North Country Experience," a beginning fly-fishing weekend course that will take place on June 7 - 8, 2014, at Coleman State Park in Stewartstown, N.H.

5/5/14
Snow and Ice Remain on High Elevation Trails, Authorities Caution
A 75-year-old hiker was rescued from the summit of Bond Cliff in New Hampshire's White Mountains today (Monday, May 5, 2014), after enduring a cold, wet night stranded on the trail.

5/1/14
OHRV and Snowmobile Registrations Now Automated
Beginning with the 2014-2015 registration year, Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile registration certificates will be computer-generated and printed by the agent on regular paper.

4/28/14
Anglers Can Now Report Striped Bass Catch and Effort Online
This time of year, striped bass are starting to arrive in New Hampshire's coastal waters. Anglers from near and far flock to the state's coastal rivers, estuaries and ocean waters to pursue this popular sport fish.

4/25/14
Something’s Fishy Here Fish Migration Event in Newmarket
To learn more and play an active role in helping river herring get from the sea back into the Lamprey River, join the folks from Fish and Game and the Lamprey Rivers Advisory Committee on Saturday, May 10, 2014, from 10:00 to noon as they gather fish and help them get up and over the McCallen Dam in Newmarket.

4/25/14
Free Talk on NH Fish and Game Reptile and Amphibian Reporting Program
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Reptile and Amphibian Reporting Program (RAARP) will be the topic of a spring Citizen Science lecture on May 7, 2014, from 6 to 7 pm at the NH Fish and Game Department in Concord (11 Hazen Drive).

4/25/14
Spotlight on Hunting - Free Workshop in Northwood
Folks who may be interested in getting into hunting, and those who share the woods with hunters and are interested in learning more about this outdoor pursuit, should check out a free workshop on May 10, 2014, at Camp Wah-Tut-Ca, 292 Blakes Hill Road, in Northwood, NH 03261.

4/25/14
GPS Workshop in Concord, NH – May 6, 2014
UNH Cooperative Extension is offering a GPS workshop at NH Fish and Game Headquarters in Concord on Tuesday May 6, 2014.

2/24/14
Spring Season Looks Good for N.H. Turkey Hunters
In spite of the record number of zero degree days during the winter of 2014, New Hampshire's wild turkey flocks seem to be "happy campers," according to N.H. Fish and Game Turkey Biologist Ted Walski

4/24/14
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Wilderness Survival Workshop
Women who want to learn how to survive in an outdoor emergency situation can sign up for a one-day "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) Wilderness Survival workshop taking place on Saturday, June 7, 2014, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center, at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H. Participants must be 18 years of age or older.

4/23/14
Scholarships Available for "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Fall Workshop
Women interested in applying for scholarships to defray the cost of attending New Hampshire’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) fall weekend workshop must apply before May 14, 2014, to be considered for financial assistance.

4/22/14
Hatcheries Gearing up for Spring Fish Stocking
Winter appears to have released us from its icy grip at last. With spring on the horizon, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Inland Fisheries Chief Jason Smith can’t help but get excited about open water angling and, more specifically, trout fishing.

4/22/14
Don't Forget! Moose Lottery Deadline is May 30, 2014
Want to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall? The deadline for entering the New Hampshire moose hunt lottery is May 30, 2014. It costs just $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents to enter the lottery for a chance at the adventure of a lifetime.

4/21/14
Winter Fish Kill – Not all Fish Survive the Winter
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the Department of Environmental Services today reported that a number of dead fish were discovered as the ice receded from Hopkinton Lake (also known as Elm Brook Pool) in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, this spring.

4/18/14
Learn about Kayak Fishing at Free Outdoor Adventure Talk
Learn how to enhance your kayaking experience with the fun of fishing! Shawn Roche, a kayak instructor for the Mountain Road Trading Post in Raymond, N.H., will demystify kayak fishing at a free outdoor adventure talk at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

4/16/14
Beginning Fly-Fishing Class Offered in Hancock, N.H.
An upcoming workshop offers a chance to learn about the traditional sport of fly-fishing. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program is pairing up with the Harris Center for Conservation Education to host “Fly-Fishing A-Z” on Saturday, May 17, 2014, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Harris Center in Hancock, N.H.

4/16/14
Errol, N.H., Boat Ramp Closed Due to High Water
The New Hampshire Fish and Game boat ramp on the Androscoggin River in Errol, N.H., is closed and will remain closed through April 20, 2014, due to high water conditions

4/16/14
Prescribed Burn in Concord Airport Area to Improve Wildlife Habitat
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the N.H. Department of Resources and Economic Development Division of Forests and Lands, with support from the N.H. Army National Guard, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the City of Concord, will conduct a "prescribed burn" in areas on and near Concord Municipal Airport grounds this spring.

4/14/14
Fish and Game Issues Warning about Life-threatening Polar Plunge Activities
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department today issued an urgent warning about potential danger associated with a statewide, social media-driven craze enticing teens to jump into frigid icy waters

4/11/14
Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Fun - Saturday, April 19, 2014
Get outside and celebrate spring at Discover WILD New Hampshire Day on Saturday, April 19, 2014, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. Admission is free.

4/11/14
Reel Paddling Film Festival at Red River Theatres, April 16, 2014, in Concord
Get set for armchair thrills and chills as you run the rapids at the Reel Paddling Film Fest at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2014, at Red River Theatres, 11 South Main Street in Concord, N.H. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is co-sponsoring the event with the Northern Forest Canoe Trail.

4/9/14
New Hampshire's Youth Turkey Weekend – April 26-27, 2014
New Hampshire's 2014 youth turkey hunt will take place Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27, the weekend before spring gobbler season gets underway. This year marks the ninth annual youth turkey hunt weekend in New Hampshire.

4/9/14
Designated Trout and Fly-Fishing-Only Ponds Open Saturday, April 26, 2014
Fishing in New Hampshire's designated trout ponds and fly-fishing-only ponds opens on the fourth Saturday in April -- this year's opening day is April 26, 2014. Fishing is allowed through October 15

4/9/14
N.H. Coastal Lobster Trap Cleanup Set for Saturday, April 19, 2014
If you're out for a walk on New Hampshire's beaches on Saturday, April 19, 2014, you may see more activity than usual. Commercial fishermen and others will be out that day collecting lobster traps and other fishing gear that winter storms have washed up on New Hampshire beaches and shoreline.

4/8/14
Sign Up Now for Summer Youth Programs at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center
Registration is now open for free youth day programs taking place this summer at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness. These programs give youth (boys and girls) age 10-15 the chance to learn about the shooting sports, bowhunting and other outdoor skills.

4/8/14
Winter Bat Surveys Reveal No Good News at NH Hibernacula
Recent surveys for bats in New Hampshire hibernacula, places where bats spend the winter, resulted in biologists finding a total of only 28 bats, with two formerly very common species missing.

4/7/14
Free Fly-Fishing Course Offered – May 3 and 4, 2014, in Greenland, NH
An upcoming two-day workshop in Greenland offers beginners a chance to learn about the timeless sport of fly-fishing. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's "Let's Go Fishing" Program is teaming up with the Greenland Recreation Department to host a fly-fishing course on Saturday, May 3, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 4, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Greenland Central School, 70 Post Road.

4/4/14
Leave Young Animals Alone -- Keep Wildlife Wild
With the arrival of spring, many species of wildlife are giving birth to their young. Finding young wildlife can be exciting, but in most cases, even if it appears abandoned, the mother is not far off.

4/4/14
Experience NH's Outdoors
It is an early spring afternoon and trapper Carol Leonard is on her way to set a beaver trap before the season closes. “There’s still a little ice, so they may not be out repairing their dams yet,” she says on her way down to the water’s edge.

4/3/14
Outdoor Adventure Talk: New Hampshire Raptors
See live birds of prey and learn to distinguish the different raptor species that call New Hampshire home at a free outdoor adventure talk on Thursday, April 10, 2014, at 7 p.m. at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required.

3/31/14
Spaces at Barry Conservation Camp Filling Up Fast
If you want to send kids to Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H., this summer, sign up soon, because spaces are filling up fast. Registration is underway for 2014 camp programs for youth (boys and girls age 8-16).

3/28/14
Atlantic Herring Area "Day Out" Meeting Set for April 15
Atlantic Herring Section members from the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts will meet at 1:00 PM on April 15, 2014, to discuss “days out” measures for the 2014 Area 1A fishing season from June 1 to September 30.

3/27/14
Take Down Birdfeeders -- Don't Get Caught By Surprise This April!
While it may look more like mid-January rather than late March across the New Hampshire landscape, don’t be fooled. Spring is here. The late March sun is strong and snow will soon start to melt fast.

3/26/14
Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH Welcomes 2 New Board Members
The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH is the official non-profit partner of the NH Fish and Game Department.

3/25/14
Landlocked Salmon and Lake Trout Fishing Opens April 1
The snow might be hanging on in much of the state, but April 1 is the day New Hampshire anglers have been dreaming about through the long, cold winter -- the start of open-water fishing on the big lakes that the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department manages for landlocked salmon and lake trout.

3/25/14
Outdoor Adventure Talk: Fly Fishing with Angus Boezeman
Get the season started at a free fly fishing talk by accomplished New Hampshire Fishing Guide Angus Boezeman on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, at 7 p.m. at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required.

3/24/14
2014-2015 Wildlife Rule Hearings
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a series of public hearings on proposed rules setting the state's hunting seasons for 2014 and 2015.

3/24/14
Free Turkey Hunting Workshop
A free workshop covering the basics of hunting wild turkeys is being offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday, April 19, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H. Pre-registration is required

3/21/14
Remove Bobhouses from Ice by April 1
Attention ice anglers: The ice might still be quite nice in many places, but according to state law, all bobhouses (AKA ice shanties), must be removed from the ice no later than the end of the day on April 1.

3/19/14
Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Hosts 2014 Coastal New Hampshire Climate Summit
The Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve will host the Third Annual Coastal New Hampshire Climate Summit on April 10, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Hugh Gregg Coastal Conservation Center 91 Depot Road in Greenland, N.H.

3/17/14
Spring Outdoor Adventure Talks at N.H. Fish and Game
Get inspired for outdoor adventures this year at a series of evening talks the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is presenting in April. No pre-registration is required.

3/11/14
Lobster Trap Thief Pleads Guilty
On March 10, 2014, Kyle Basoukas of Bedford, N.H., pleaded guilty in Portsmouth District Court to multiple charges related to a stolen lobster gear investigation.

3/10/14
2014-2015 Wildlife Rule Hearings Set
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a series of public hearings on proposed rules setting the state's hunting seasons for 2014 and 2015.

3/8/14
Spring into Discover WILD New Hampshire Day - April 19 in Concord
Spring is coming! Saturday, April 19, will be the 25th annual Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, an Earth Day celebration the whole family will enjoy.

3/7/14
Sign the Kids Up for Barry Conservation Camp!
Time to make some exciting summer plans for the kids. Get them outside this year with a week at Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H. Registration is underway for 2014 camp programs for youth (boys and girls age 8-16) at Barry Camp.

3/6/14
Calling All Turkey Watchers
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department reminds wildlife watchers to report sightings of winter wild turkey flocks at the Department's online survey at wildnh.com/turkeysurvey.

3/4/14
Come to the 42nd Annual NH Camping & RV Show
Camping enthusiasts can plan their New Hampshire summer camping adventure at the 42nd Annual NH Camping & RV Show at The Hampshire Dome on 50 Emerson Road in Milford, NH

3/3/14
Introduction to Fly Fishing Classes Offered
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Let’s Go Fishing Program, in partnership with Trout Unlimited, is offering several Introduction to Fly Fishing classes that are open to the public.

3/3/14
Westford, Mass., Man Injured in Moultonborough Snowmobile Crash
A Westford, Massachusetts, man was seriously injured in a late-night snowmobile crash on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire's Lakes Region this weekend.

2/6/14
Sign Up for Hunter Education this Spring
Hunter and Bowhunter Education courses are underway around the state, so get set for the 2014 spring gobbler season and more by logging onto the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department website to sign up for a class.

2/6/14
"Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Turkey Hunting Workshop
Women who want to learn how to hunt turkeys can get the basics by signing up for the N.H. Becoming an Outdoors-Woman "Introduction to Turkey Hunting Workshop" in March. Sharpen up your skills for the spring gobbler season!

2/14/14
Bass Pro Shop Opening Night to Benefit Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH
Stop in to see the new Bass Pro Shop in Hooksett, N.H., the evening of Wednesday, February 19, 2014, and you'll also benefit the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire.

2/3/14
NH Moose Study Update
Moose biologist Kristine Rines today recapped the progress of the moose mortality study that got underway in northern New Hampshire in January of 2014

1/30/14
Ice Conditions Unsafe on Parts of Lake Winnipesaukee and other Large Lakes
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials warn that this winter's uneven temperatures and high winds have affected ice formation, particularly on the state's larger lakes. Fish and Game is urging those heading out onto the ice to exercise caution as they do so.

1/29/14
Snowmobiler Succumbs to Injuries Sustained in Pittsburg Crash
A woman from southern New Hampshire was seriously injured earlier yesterday (Tuesday, January 28, 2014) after colliding with a tree on Trail 20 near Indian Stream in Pittsburg, N.H., and later died after being transported to a medical center in Maine

1/28/14
2014 N.H. Moose Hunt Lottery Opens
New Hampshire's 2014 moose hunt lottery is now open. Enter today to try your luck on the adventure of a lifetime -- hunting moose in the rugged woods of the Granite State. Entering the lottery costs $15 for New Hampshire residents and $25 for nonresidents

1/27/14
Two Men Charged in Bob House Break-in
Two men have been charged in the 8th Circuit Jaffrey District Court for crimes related to an incident that occurred on January 9, 2014, in which a bob house on Grassy Pond in Rindge was vandalized and fishing gear stolen

1/22/14
Press Briefing on NH Moose Study
A press briefing regarding the moose study currently underway in New Hampshire will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, February 3, 2014, in the conference room at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H

1/22/14
Public Hearing on Proposed Aquaculture Operation Near Isles of Shoals
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on a proposed marine aquaculture license on Tuesday, February 18, 2014, beginning at 6:00 PM at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, N.H

12/31/13
Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey Starts January 1
If you see a flock of wild turkeys in New Hampshire this winter, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department wants you to report it via the online NH Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey

12/18/13
Visit N.H. Fish and Game at Upcoming Outdoor Events
Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to stop by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department booth at these classic New England winter events:
Rockingham Fishing & Hunting Expo: Saturday and Sunday, January 11-12, 2014
Yankee Sportsman’s’ Classic: January 17-19, 2014
New Hampshire Farm & Forest Exposition: Friday and Saturday, February 7-8, 2014
Great Meredith Rotary Ice Fishing Derby: Saturday and Sunday, February 8-9, 2014

12/12/13
Lost Massachusetts Hiker Rescued in  White Mountains
A lost Massachusetts hiker spent a bitterly cold night in the White Mountains before being rescued and airlifted to safety today (Thursday, December 12, 2014).

12/10/13
Free Ice Fishing Seminars at Fish and Game in January
Polish up your ice fishing skills by taking advantage of two free ice fishing seminars being offered in Concord this January by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The talks will feature two local experts presenting their proven tactics for successful ice fishing.

12/9/13
Register in January for Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Winter Workshop
Registration opens January 6 for the 2014 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Winter Workshop, a one-day program where women can learn outdoor skills to enjoy during the winter months. The workshop will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2014 (snow date Sunday, February 16), at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.

12/9/13
Special Fundraising Effort Underway to Support New Tern Research at the Isles
The Isles of Shoals is home to the largest colony of breeding terns in the Gulf of Maine. Common terns (state threatened), roseate terns (state and federally endangered) and Arctic terns all migrate to the Isles of Shoals of off the New Hampshire coast to nest and raise their young each year

12/6/13
Find Great Gifts for Outdoor Enthusiasts at Fish and Game!
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is your source for great gifts for the hunters, anglers and wildlife watchers on your list.

11/26/13
Nominations Sought for NH Fish and Game Commission Awards
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission is seeking nominations for its 2013 Awards of Excellence by December 31. If you know a person or organization that has made a difference for New Hampshire wildlife, fisheries and/or open land, in support of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s mission, honor them with a nomination!

11/20/13
Lobster Trap Thief Charged
A 21-year-old Bedford man faces multiple charges related to possession of stolen lobster gear, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials reported today. Kyle Basoukas of Bedford, N.H., was arrested on November 11 following a three-month investigation by N.H. Fish and Game Law Enforcement.

11/19/13
Deer Harvest Up; Bear Season Average
New Hampshire’s regular firearms deer hunting is going well, as hunters look forward to time afield during the Thanksgiving holiday week. Through November 17, 2013, hunters had taken an estimated 9,122 deer in New Hampshire.

11/18/13
Time to Sign Up for Snowmobile Safety Classes
Winter is closing in, and snowmobile education classes are underway across the state. To operate a snowmobile in New Hampshire, any person age 12 or older must have either a valid Motor Vehicle Driver's License or have successfully completed an approved Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) Safety Education class taught by volunteer instructors trained by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

11/15/13
White-tailed Deer, 1941 Elk Hunt, Day in the Life of a CO – All in NH Wildlife Journal
This time of year, bucks have just one thing on their mind – find a doe! Learn more about whitetail life, and the status of New Hampshire's deer herd, in a article by Fish and Game Deer Biologist Dan Bergeron. It's the cover story in the November/December 2013 issue of NH Wildlife Journal.

11/14/13
Handling Handguns Course for Women
Women interested in learning about handguns can sign up now for a women’s handgun course through the New Hampshire Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Program.

11/12/13
Northern Shrimp Public Hearing/Season-Setting Meeting Set for Dec. 3, 2013
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing and specifications-setting meeting for the northern shrimp fishing season, in conjunction with a meeting of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Northern Shrimp Section, on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., in Portland, Maine (at the Holiday Inn by the Bay, 88 Spring Street) to set the specifications and dates for the 2014 harvesting season for northern shrimp

11/8/13
Play It Safe: Wear Blaze Orange
Hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to put on a bright orange article of clothing when they head afield this fall. Wearing a fluorescent orange hat, vest or jacket makes you highly visible in the woods, one of several key safety precautions for hunters, hikers and others enjoying the autumn woods.

11/5/13
Apprentice Hunting License: "Take a friend – Make a hunter"
This year, New Hampshire is once again offering the Apprentice Hunting License, an opportunity for sharing or participating in the hunting experience. First offered in New Hampshire in 2012, the license allows people to hunt, under the guidance of an experienced hunter age 18 or older, without first taking a Hunter Education course.

11/4/13
2013 Youth Deer Hunt Weekend Results for New Hampshire
Preliminary reports show that young hunters succeeded in harvesting 411 deer during the 2013 Youth Deer Hunt Weekend in New Hampshire, which took place on October 26-27.

11/2/13
Successful Search for Lost Hunter in Pittsburg
At approximately 6:00 PM on Saturday, November 2, 2013, New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers responded to a report of an overdue hunter in Pittsburg.

11/1/13
'Tis the Season to Watch for Deer on the Roads
Motorists are advised to watch for deer crossing roadways this time of year, especially at dawn and dusk. Deer are very active right now, as the mating season, or rut, is underway and bucks and does have their minds on other things than traffic!

10/31/13
New Resource: N.H. OHRV & Snowmobile Digest of Regulations
New Hampshire Snowmobile and OHRV (Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle) trail riders have a new resource available, the 2013-2014 N.H. OHRV & Snowmobile Digest of Regulations. This colorful new publication is slim – just 16 pages – but packed full of need-to-know information on rules of the trail road, riding responsibly and registering your OHRV or snowmobile

10/28/13
Opening Day for Regular Firearms Deer Season Is November 13, 2013
Opening day for New Hampshire’s regular firearms deer season is November 13, 2013, a date anticipated with great enthusiasm by the state’s 60,000 deer hunters. The season runs through December 8 in most of the state, except in Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) A in northern New Hampshire, where it closes December 1

10/28/13
64% of Hunters Successful in 2013 N.H. Moose Hunt
New Hampshire’s 2013 moose season wrapped up on Sunday, October 27, 2013. While hunters have until close of business today to register their moose at N.H. Fish and Game headquarters or regional offices, preliminary figures show that 179 hunters succeeded in taking their moose during the 9-day season

10/28/13
Two Life-saving Weekend Hiker Rescues in Southwestern New Hampshire
Two hikers were rescued in separate incidents in southwestern New Hampshire this weekend. Scroll below for incident details.

10/26/13
Wild Deals from Fish and Game!
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10/25/13
NH's WildSide TV – Enjoy an Armchair Outdoor Adventure this Week!
It is a clear and warmer-than-usual fall morning as the sun slowly crests over the hills below. “Did you hear that?” asks NH Hunting Guide John Asseng. He’s not talking to one of his customers, but to the video team that is taping his fall turkey hunt to air on New Hampshire Fish and Game’s “NH’s WildSide” television show

10/24/13
Moose Hunt Update: 42% of N.H. Moose Hunters Successful So Far
As of Wednesday, October 23, 2013, a total of 119 moose had been taken in the 2013 New Hampshire moose hunt (63 bulls and 56 cows). That means that 42% of the 281 hunters holding moose permits had succeeded by the midway point in the state’s moose hunt

10/24/13
Stinson Lake Boat Ramp in Rumney Closed for Repairs
The public boat access facility at Stinson Lake in Rumney, N.H., is closed for repairs and improvements through November 30, 2013. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is making drainage improvements at the site, as well as installing stabilized surfaces and a concrete plank ramp.

10/22/13
More Bobcat Counters Needed for Trail-Camera Study in Southern New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the University of New Hampshire are looking for a few more volunteer "citizen scientists" to participate in a trail-camera count of bobcats in three specific study areas in southern New Hampshire.

10/21/13
NH Moose Hunt Opening Weekend Results
Of the 281 permits issued to hunters participating in the 2013 New Hampshire moose hunt, 18% were successful upon completion of the opening weekend of the hunt.

10/18/13
Four-Legged Officer to Receive Bullet and Stab Protective Vest
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is pleased to announce that K9 Ruby and Conservation Officer Handler William Boudreau, of the NH Fish and Game Department Law Enforcement Division, will be receiving a bullet and stab protective vest.

10/18/13
N.H. Youth Deer Hunt Set for October 26-27, 2013
New Hampshire’s youth deer weekend, Saturday and Sunday, October 26-27, 2013, is the perfect time to take a youngster hunting. This special weekend gives young people age 15 and younger the opportunity to go deer hunting with an adult mentor, without the pressure of competing with thousands of adult hunters.

10/16/13
N.H. Fish and Game Commission November 2013 Meeting Cancelled
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission has cancelled its regular meeting for the month of November.

10/15/13
2014 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendar Available
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has launched its 2014 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendar, showcasing professional wildlife photography, wildlife watching tips and more. If you enjoy New Hampshire's great outdoors, this award-winning calendar is for you!

10/15/13
Fish and Game Moves to Automated License Sales
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is going electronic! Beginning with the 2014 license year, regular hunting and fishing licenses will be computer-generated and printed by the agent on regular paper, just as licenses purchased online or at Wal-Mart are done now.

10/14/13
"Let’s Go Fishing" Program Seeks Volunteer Fishing Instructors
Are you an avid angler looking to give back to your community and share your love of fishing? New Hampshire Fish and Game's "Let’s Go Fishing" program is currently seeking volunteer instructors to teach ice fishing, fly fishing or basic fishing to youth and adults.

10/13/13
Hiker Dies on Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail
A hiker from Kennebunkport, ME,collapsed and died while descending the Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail in Crawford’s Purchase Saturday night (October 12, 2013) around 9:30 p.m

10/12/13
Hiker Dies in Hart’s Location
A Massachusetts man died while hiking in Hart’s Location late Saturday morning (October 12, 2103). Rescuers responded to a call of an unresponsive hiker, age 60, approximately one-half mile up the Ripley Falls Trail at 11:00 a.m

10/12/13
Hunting Related Shooting Incident Occurs in Dummer, NH
On October 12, 2013, 55-year-old David Osgood of Berlin, New Hampshire, was struck by bird shot on his right side when his son, 24-year-old Cory Osgood of Nottingham, NH, discharged his shotgun at a woodcock in an overgrown apple orchard off Hill Road in the town of Dummer, New Hampshire.

10/12/13
ATV Crash in Jericho  Sends Massachusetts Woman to Hospital
A Massachusetts woman is lucky to be alive after crashing her rental ATV over a steep embankment in Jericho State Park Saturday in northern New Hampshire Saturday afternoon.

10/11/13
Atlantic Herring Closure for Area 1A
Commercial fishermen will be prohibited from landing Atlantic herring taken from Management Area 1A (the near shore waters from Cape Cod to the Maine/Canadian border - click here for map) effective 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2013, because herring harvesters are projected to reach 92% of the allowable harvest quota for the period.

10/11/13
N.H. Moose Hunt Is October 19-27, 2013
For nine exciting days, from October 19 to 27, 2013, lucky moose permit holders and their hunting partners will have the experience of a lifetime taking part in New Hampshire’s annual moose hunt.

10/11/13
Overdue Bird Hunter Returns Home Safely
A Pittsburg, N.H., hunter reported as overdue from his hunting trip is now home safely after a long hike in the woods following a vehicle breakdown, according to N.H. Fish and Game Department officials. Searchers were aided by a note he left behind describing where he intended to go hunting.

10/9/13
Public Hearing October 28, 2013, on Proposed Falconry Rules
A public hearing to discuss proposed falconry rule changes will be held on Monday, October 28, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

10/9/13
Learn About Salmon Life Cycle at "Salmon Sunday" - November 10, 2013
Bring the kids and explore the life cycle of landlocked salmon, fish prized by anglers on New Hampshire's big lakes, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's annual "Salmon Sunday" event on Sunday, November 10, 2013, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Pope Dam in Melvin Village

10/8/13
Multiple Hiker Rescues in New Hampshire Mountains
Multiple hiker rescues this week in the New Hampshire mountains point out the need to be prepared as you get out to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage. Following are summaries of two recent incidents.

10/4/13
Last Chance for Fall Brood Stock Atlantic Salmon Anglers
One of the first questions that came in to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department following the recent closure of the Merrimack River salmon restoration program was – What does this mean for the Atlantic salmon brood stock fishery?

10/4/13
Shellfish Aquaculture Hearing Cancelled
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has cancelled a public hearing originally scheduled for October 16, 2013, regarding a proposed marine aquaculture license amendment for an Aquaculture License held by Michael Chambers of the University of New Hampshire.

10/4/13
Public Hearing on 2014 Snowmobile Reciprocity Weekend Rules
Persons with snowmobiles registered in New Hampshire, Maine or Vermont may be interested in a public hearing coming up regarding the 2014 Snowmobile Reciprocity Weekend Rules.

10/3/13
Bobcat Counters Needed for Trail-Camera Study in Southern New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the University of New Hampshire are looking for volunteer "citizen scientists" to participate in a trail-camera count of bobcats in three specific study areas in southern New Hampshire

10/3/13
Shooting Incident Occurs in Pittsburg, NH
On October 2, 2013, 34-year-old Patrick Sullivan of Goffstown, New Hampshire, was struck by bird shot on his lower extremities when his friend, 36-year-old Adam Gilman of Hopkinton, discharged his firearm at a grouse off East Inlet Road in the town of Pittsburg, New Hampshire.

9/27/13
Atlantic Herring Landing Days Announced
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commissioners from the states of Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts held a conference call with industry representatives present and set the allowable landing days for Trimester III (October 1-December 31, 2013) for Management Area 1A of the Atlantic herring fishery.

9/26/13
Last Call for Free Outdoor Adventure Talks: Oct. 2 & 9 – Hunting Mature Bucks
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's fall outdoor adventure talks wrap up with two chances to hear a great deer hunting talk by Dave Priebe. He'll give his presentation on "Hunting Mature Bucks" on two Wednesday evenings, October 2 and 9, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H

9/24/13
N.H. Pheasant Season Opens October 1
New Hampshire's hunting season for pheasant gets underway on October 1 and continues through December 31. There will be 73 stocking sites in 49 towns. This fall, 12,260 adult ring-necked pheasants will be released in all ten New Hampshire counties. Pheasant hunters have a daily bag limit of 2, and a season limit of 10 birds.

7/22/13
Wonders of Wildlife Training Available through the Natural Resources Stewards Program

7/19/13
Enter NH Moose Hunt Auction: Bid Deadline Is August 9, 2013

7/15/13
Free Workshop on Woodcock and Ruffed Grouse Hunting

7/10/13
Conservation Officers Seize Venomous Snakes
A Newmarket man has been charged with two counts of possessing wildlife without a permit and one charge of selling wildlife without a permit following a June 12, 2013, investigation by New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers into information about the sale and possession of venomous snakes

7/9/13
Sign Up Now for Barry Camp Wild Game Culinary Adventure
Back by popular demand, registration is now open for the Barry Camp Wild Game Culinary Adventure, a weekend exploring wild game preparation and cooking to be held at Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H., September 27-29, 2013. The cost of the event is $150, which includes meals, instruction and rustic lodging. All proceeds benefit the Barry Camp Fund

7/8/13
Three Drowning Recoveries in New Hampshire
Details of three drowning recoveries in New Hampshire during the past week are posted below. Given the recent rainfall, and the level of the rivers and currents, extreme caution is urged when recreating on rivers

7/2/13
Unit M Antlerless Deer Permits Now Available
Hunters who want the chance to take additional antlerless deer in Wildlife Management Unit M in southeastern New Hampshire during the fall hunting seasons can now buy a special permit from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department

7/1/13
Herring Days Out Meeting July 8, 2013 Cancelled

The meeting of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Atlantic Herring Section schedule for Monday, July 8, 2013 at 10 a.m. at the Region 3 office in Durham has been cancelled.  Catch rates in Area 1A have been lower than predicted, and there is no need to review or change the ‘days out’ for the June 1- September 30 season at this time

6/27/13
New Minimim Size Limits for Commercial Harvesters of Cod, Haddock and Flounders

6/21/13
Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program Observes 25th Anniversary

New Hampshire Fish and Game's Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program is celebrating 25 years this month. Volunteers, partners and staff are being recognized by the Governor and Executive Council for their efforts to return populations of many species to New Hampshire – wildlife that were rarely seen just a few decades ago, including Karner blue butterflies, New England cottontails, peregrine falcons and American marten

6/21/13
Marine Rule Hearing on Atlantic Menhaden

6/20/13
Trout Take Flight – to New Hampshire's Remote Ponds
As fishing season continues, a great way to get away from the crowds is to seek refuge at a remote trout pond trout, where you'll find some of the state’s best fishing.  A rule of thumb is when the blacks flies approach “unbearable” levels, it’s time to grab your Deet, float tube, a light-weight fly rod and rubber boots and pack a lunch for a day on a remote pond

6/14/13
Moose Hunt Lottery Drawing Is Friday, June 21, 2013
The annual drawing to select the lucky hunters who will be offered a permit to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall will be held on Friday, June 21, 2013, at 9:00 a.m., at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Fish and Game will issue 275 moose hunting permits this year.  The public and interested media are invited to be on hand to watch the excitement as the names are drawn.  Winners are selected through a computerized random drawing

6/14/13
Public Hearing July 8 on Atlantic Herring Draft Addendum VI – Durham, N.H.
The states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts have scheduled their hearings to gather public comment on Draft Addendum VI to Amendment 2 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for the Atlantic Herring

6/12/13
Missing Girl Located on Green Mountain
On June 9th 2013 at 2pm, 19 year old female resident Joelle Ferstenberg walked away from the Lakeview Neuro Rehabilitation Center in Effingham N.H. where she resides. Joelle left the facility wearing pajamas and only socks on her feet. Crews searched for Joelle day and night since her disappearance

6/11/13
Search Continues for Young Woman Missing in Effingham, N.H.
The search continues today (Tuesday, June 11, 2013) for a young woman, 18-year-old client “Joelle,” who walked away from a Neuro Rehabilitation Center in Effingham N.H. at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 9, 2013. Search and rescue teams searched for Joelle throughout the night and are continuing efforts to locate her today

6/7/13
Help Improve the Survival of Angler-released Marine Fish – Angler:Port Meeting
Learn how you personally can help improve our marine fisheries by discussing best handling practices when releasing fish, and find out how anglers on other coasts are improving survival of angler-released fish, at an "Angler:Port" meeting set for June 20, 2013, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Rd, Portsmouth, N.H.

6/7/13
Exotic Wildlife and Plants - OK to Enjoy, but Be Responsible!
The popularity of having exotic plants and animals as pets is a trend that can potentially put our native fish and wildlife habitats at risk. It is important for the public to be aware that invasive fish and wildlife can disrupt the local ecology and can out-compete native species

6/6/13
"Firearms from A-Z" Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop
Women who want to learn about firearms can sign up for a special Beyond Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) "Firearms from A-Z" workshop taking place on Saturday, July 13, 2013, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  The workshop fee of $55 includes program materials, use of equipment and lunch. Participants must be 18 years of age or older

6/5/13
Conservation Officers of the Year and Volunteers Honored at Fish and Game

6/3/13
Public Hearing July 1 on Proposed 2014 Fishing Rules

Proposed 2014 fishing rule changes for New Hampshire will be discussed at a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 1, 2013, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H

6/3/13
Injured Hiker Carried Off Boulder Loop Trail

5/30/13
Registration Opens for N.H. "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Fall Workshop
Women who want to learn outdoor skills can sign up for New Hampshire's fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman weekend workshop, which will take place September 6-8, 2013, at Rockywold/Deephaven Camps on Squam Lake in Holderness, N.H.  The workshop fee of $335 includes lodging for the weekend, plus all meals, instruction and equipment use

5/24/13
Be Aware of Endangered Piping Plovers on N.H. Beaches

5/23/13
Open House at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center – June 1, 2013

5/21/13
New Wildlife Management Area Open to Public in Wakefield

A new, 122-acre Wildlife Management Area on Marsh Road in Wakefield has been conserved through the collaborative work of N.H. Fish and Game, Moose Mountains Regional Greenways, the Town of Wakefield Conservation Commission and the Society for the Protection of N.H. Forests

5/21/13
Endangered Wildlife, White Perch, Trails for all Abilities – in NH Wildlife Journal

5/20/13
Couple Rescued After Becoming Lost On The Fall Mountain Range, Langdon, NH

5/17/13
"Pulling Together" to Help Combat Invasive Plants: Weed Wrenches Available for Free Loan
Groups working to combat invasive plants on the Seacoast can now borrow some tough "Weed Wrenching" tools to make their efforts more effective. The Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, a part of the N.H. Fish and Game Department, is offering an invasive plant removal tool loan program funded by the Lamprey River Advisory Committee

5/16/13
Newfound Lake Boat Ramp Closure

5/10/13
First-ever N.H. High School Bass Fishing Tournament Is Big Success
An exciting new high school sports competition – a student bass fishing tournament - took place in New Hampshire yesterday, and from the looks of pride on the kids' faces, the day was a big success.  This year, 136 students from 44 New Hampshire schools took part

5/9/13
Saturday, June 1 Is Free Fishing Day!
Saturday, June 1, 2013, is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire, so get out your fishing gear and head for the water!  You don't need a license to fish that day, so make plans to cast a line with family and friends.  State residents and nonresidents alike can fish any of New Hampshire's inland waters – and saltwater, too. Though you don't need a license, season dates, bag limits and all other fishing regulations must be followed on Free Fishing Day

5/8/13
Leave Young Animals Alone -- Keep Wildlife Wild

With the arrival of spring, many species of wildlife are giving birth to their young. Finding young wildlife can be exciting, but in most cases, even if it appears abandoned, its mother is not far off. If you encounter young wildlife – even young animals that appear to need help – the kindest and safest thing to do is to leave them alone and let nature take its course

5/8/13
Water Drawdown Initiated for Scotts Bog in Pittsburg, NH

5/6/13
Public Invited to Open House at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center
Enjoy a day of family fun with hands-on activities related to the shooting sports, hunting and trapping at an Open House at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness on Saturday, June 1, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Admission is free.  The center is located at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H

5/3/13
Elver Poachers Arrested in Hampton Falls, NH
Two Maine brothers were arrested this morning (Friday, May 3, 2013) in Hampton Falls, N.H., for illegally harvesting young eels (called "glass eels" or "elvers") in a New Hampshire coastal river

4/11/13
Designated Trout and Fly-Fishing-Only Ponds Open Saturday, April 27, 2013

4/9/13
New Hampshire’s Youth Turkey Weekend

New Hampshire’s 2013 youth turkey hunt will take place Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28, the weekend before spring gobbler season gets underway.  This year marks the ninth annual youth turkey hunt weekend in New Hampshire. During the 2012 youth weekend, young hunters took an impressive 521 turkeys, or 14.2% of the total spring turkey harvest in the state.

4/9/13
Reel Paddling Film Festival - Red River Theatres, April 18, 2013

Get set for armchair thrills and chills as you run the rapids at the Reel Paddling Film Fest on Thursday, April 18, 2013, at Red River Theatres in Concord, N.H.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is co-sponsoring the event with the Northern Forest Canoe Trail.

4/8/13
Fishing Dock at Alton Bay Boat Access Site Temporarily Closed

4/5/13
Come Enjoy Discover WILD New Hampshire Day on Saturday, April 20, 2013

4/4/13
Free Outdoor Adventure Talks: Get Kayaking!
Get set to explore New Hampshire's waterways in a canoe or kayak at two free outdoor adventure talks presented by paddlesports enthusiast Chuck Joy at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The talks begin at 7 p.m. at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. Admission is free; no preregistration is required.

4/2/13
Visit Fish and Game at the Southern NH Outdoor Recreation Expo

3/29/13
Enter the Lottery Now for a Chance to Hunt Moose in N.H.
If you want to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, now is the time to enter the lottery and try your luck on the adventure of a lifetime. Applications for the lottery cost $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents (nonrefundable) and are available online at huntnh.com or from any Fish and Game license agent.  A total of 275 permits will be issued in this year’s lottery.

3/29/13
Landlocked Salmon and Lake Trout Fishing Opens April 1

April 1 is the day New Hampshire anglers have been dreaming about through the long, cold winter -- the start of open-water fishing on the big lakes that the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department manages for landlocked salmon and lake trout.

3/29/13
Great Bay Discovery Center Volunteers Needed

 If you are looking for an opportunity to spend some time this summer meeting new people in a beautiful location, the Great Bay Discovery Center has training coming up in April

3/29/13
N.H. Hearing on American Eel Draft Addendum III
Atlantic coastal states from Maine through Georgia have scheduled hearings to gather public comment on Draft Addendum III to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for American Eel. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold New Hampshire's hearing on Monday, April 15, 2013 at 7 PM at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, N.H. For more information, contact N.H. Fish and Game Marine Fisheries Division Chief Doug Grout at 603-868-1095. Directions to the Urban Forestry Center are posted below (click here to skip to directions).

3/28/13
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk:  Restoring Brook Trout Habitat

3/27/13
Hatcheries Gearing up for Spring Fish Stocking
Now that spring is on the horizon and winter is coming to an end, New Hampshire Fish and Game Fisheries Division Chief Jason Smith can’t help but get excited about open water angling, and more specifically, about trout fishing. Fish Culturists at New Hampshire's six state hatcheries have had another great growing season, and stocking trucks are ready to get rolling in April.

3/25/13
First-ever N.H. High School Bass Fishing Tournament to Be Held
An exciting new high school sports competition is being launched this year in New Hampshire – a student bass fishing tournament.  The New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association (NHIAA) will conduct the first NHIAA-sanctioned event in the sport of bass fishing on May 9, 2013, at Lee’s Mills in Moultonborough, NH on Lake Winnipesaukee from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.

3/22/13
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk:  Beginner's Guide to Turkey Hunting

Get inspired to take home a turkey this year during spring gobbler season as New Hampshire Hunting Guide John Asseng presents his version of "Turkey Hunting 101" on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. Admission is free; no preregistration is required.

3/22/13
April 1 Deadline for Removing Bobhouses from Ice

3/21/13
Fish and Game Facebook Fans Top 10,000
If you like being connected with wildlife and the outdoors in New Hampshire and are wired into the digital world, turns out you are not alone.  As of this week, more than 10,000 people have hit the "like" button on the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Facebook page at facebook.com/nhfishandgame.

3/21/13
Hilton Park Boat Access Facility (Dover, NH) Closure Extended
The public is advised that the closure of the Hilton Park boat access facility on the Piscataqua River in Dover, N.H., has been extended through April 8, 2013.

3/20/13
Snowmobile Accident on Rail Trail in Conway Injures Two
On Wednesday, March 20, 2013, two Center Conway men were injured in a snowmobile crash at the railroad trestle that spans the Saco River in Conway, a section of the rail line that is part of the snowmobile trail system. Conservation Officer Sgt. Brian Abrams, Conway Police Officers and Firefighters, and two ambulance squads evacuated the two injured snowmobilers.

3/18/13
Ice Climber Injured at Crawford Notch State Park

3/14/13
2012 N.H. Trophy Fish Winners Announced And a New State Record Pike for 2013
The winners of New Hampshire's 2012 Trophy Fish Program have been announced by Don Miller, Fisheries Biologist and Trophy Fish Program Coordinator for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The program gives fishing enthusiasts of all ages the opportunity to receive recognition while providing biologists with important information on the state's fisheries over time. All successful applicants receive a "Trophy Fish" shoulder patch.

3/11/13
Public Hearing April 2, 2013, on Wildlife and Guide Rules
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed rules regarding wildlife and hunting and fishing guides on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

3/8/13
Free Outdoor Adventure Talks at N.H. Fish and Game

3/7/13
Turkey Hunting Workshop - April 13 in Holderness

A free workshop covering the basics of hunting wild turkeys is being offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday, April 13, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To sign up for the workshop, or for more information, call 603-536-3954.

3/7/13
Big Game Processing Workshop - April 6, 2013, in Holderness

Learn how to process your own big game animal from field to freezer at a free workshop being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H., on Saturday, April 6, 2013. The workshop will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Please note that this session does not include lunch. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To sign up, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 603-536-3954.

3/7/13
Stopgap Funding for Fish and Game Department Included in State Budget
The House Finance Committee will hold a series of regional hearings on the state budget, which includes stopgap funding for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

3/6/13
Hilton Park Boat Access Facility (Dover, NH) Closure Extended through April 1, 2013

3/4/13
NH and RI Schedule Public Hearings on Winter Flounder Draft Addendum III
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Winter Flounder Management Board approved Draft Addendum III to Amendment 1 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for the Inshore Stocks of Winter Flounder for public comment.  The Draft Addendum proposes an annual specification process to set commercial and recreational fisheries measures for the Gulf of Maine (GOM) and Southern New England/Mid-Atlantic (SNE/MA) fisheries, including in-season accountability measures for commercial fisheries.

3/1/13
Women's Intermediate Fly-Fishing Weekend: May 3-5 in Walpole

2/25/13
Conservation Officers Cover Multiple Rescue Calls During Busy Weekend
With the arrival of mild temperatures, fresh snow and vacation crowds, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers were kept busy throughout the day and night of Saturday, February 23, 2013

2/22/13
Sign Up for Hunter and Bowhunter Education Classes
Hunter or Bowhunter Education courses are underway around the state, so get your 2013 hunting seasons off to a great start by logging onto the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department website to sign up for a class.

2/21/13
Calling All Turkey Watchers – More Sightings Encouraged
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is reminding turkey watchers to report sightings of winter wild turkey flocks at the Department's online survey at wildnh.com/turkeysurvey. Turkeys often gather in large, highly visible flocks during the winter. Report any turkeys observed through March 31, 2013.  Please do not report multiple sightings of the same flock.

2/17/13
Errol Man Killed in Snowmobile Crash
John Allen, age 63, of Errol, N.H., was killed on Sunday, February 17, 2013, as a result of injuries sustained in a snowmobile crash in the town of Pittsburg.

2/8/13
Mark Your Calendars for Discover WILD New Hampshire Day: April 20, 2013

There's no better time than in the midst of a winter storm to think about spring! Flip your calendar to April and save the date for a special New Hampshire Earth Day celebration: Discover WILD New Hampshire Day will take place on Saturday, April 20, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Admission is free.

2/8/13
ASMFC Northern Shrimp Section Modifies Landing Days for Trawl Fishery

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section has increased the number of allowed landing days for the 2013 northern shrimp trawl fishery. Effective February 11, 2013, the trawl fishery will be allowed to land shrimp on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

2/7/13
Sign the Kids Up for Barry Conservation Camp!

Winter winds are blowing, but it's already time to make summer camp plans for the kids. Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H., is a place where kids can have fun while getting outdoors and active. Registration is now underway for 2013 camp programs for youth (boys and girls age 8-16) at Barry Camp.

2/7/13
Operation Game Thief Traveling Exhibit to Raise Awareness about Poaching
A traveling exhibit housed in a mobile trailer soon will be making the rounds to educate the public about Operation Game Thief, a key program used by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Law Enforcement to combat fish and wildlife crime.

2/6/13
Ice Conditions Unsafe on Parts of Lake Winnipesaukee and other Large Lakes
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials warn that this winter's uneven temperatures and high winds have affected ice formation, particularly on the state's larger lakes. Fish and Game is urging those heading out onto the ice to exercise caution as they do so. A large number of anglers are expected to head out onto the state's lakes and ponds this weekend to participate in the Meredith Rotary Ice Fishing Derby (February 9-10).

2/5/13
ASMFC Northern Shrimp Section Schedules Conference Call for February 7, 2013
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section will meet via conference call on Thursday, February 7, 2013, at 4 p.m. to review available landings information and consider adding landing day(s) to the fishery in order to provide trawl fishermen with greater flexibility and access to the resource.

2/5/13
Visit Fish and Game at the Farm & Forest Expo, Meredith Derby
Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to stop by and say hello to New Hampshire Fish and Game Department staff at two outdoor events coming up this weekend:

2/1/13
Lt. Michael Eastman Promoted to Fish and Game Coastal Law Enforcement Post

Lt. Michael Eastman of Gilford was recently tapped as the new District Chief for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Law Enforcement seacoast area district (District 6). Former chief Lt. Jeffrey Marston retired in 2012

2/1/13
Free Ice Fishing Class Offered at Claremont Recreation Department - February 23, 2013

1/28/13
Successful Tri-State N.H.-Vermont-Maine Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend
The three-day Tri-State New Hampshire-Vermont-Maine Reciprocal Snowmobile weekend (January 25-27) was a great success this year, with many North Country restaurants and hotels reporting brisk business from riders.

1/25/13
Return of the Lynx, Hi-tech Ice Fishing, Featured in NH Wildlife Journal

1/23/13
Shelburne Man Killed in North Country Snow Machine Crash
A young man riding alone last night on a Shelburne snowmobile trail died after being injured in a snow machine crash and spending the bitterly cold night on the trail.

1/18/13
2013 N.H. Moose Hunt Lottery Opens!
It's time to try your luck on the adventure of a lifetime -- hunting moose in New Hampshire.  The state's 2013 moose hunt lottery is now open.  Entering costs $15 for New Hampshire residents and $25 for nonresidents.

1/18/13
Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Laconia
Get your family and friends together and come learn about a fun activity to enjoy during the long winter months – ice fishing.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the Laconia Recreation Department will co-host a one day Saturday workshop on February 2, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

1/15/13
Free Ice Fishing Class in Haverhill, N.H.
Looking for something to do that the whole family can enjoy this winter and won't break the bank?  Join instructors from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the Haverhill Recreation Department for a three-part ice fishing class on Wednesdays, January 30 and February 6, 2013, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday, February 9, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

1/14/13
N.H. Candidates Sought for New England Fishery Management Council

The State of New Hampshire has been notified by the National Marine Fisheries Service of vacancies for New Hampshire’s obligatory seat and two at-large seats for the New England Fishery Management Council. New Hampshire’s obligatory seat is currently held by David Goethel of New Hampshire, who is completing his last term as a Council member.

1/14/13
Additional Archery League Offered at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center - Holderness

 Due to the large amount of interest in its free indoor winter archery leagues, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will run two additional leagues in February.  There will be a new archery league for beginners, as well as an added league for experienced archers who want to learn new skills or improve their current skills.

 

1/11/13
Big Greenough Pond Public Informational Meeting – January 27, 2013, in Errol, N.H.

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has scheduled a public informational meeting that will take place on January 27, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. at the Errol Town Hall.

1/11/13
Hilton Park Boat Access to Be Closed January 21-March 8, 2013
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department today announced that the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) Hilton Park boat access facility on the Piscataqua River in Dover will be closed to the public from January 21 through March 8, 2013, because of construction activities related to installation of a natural gas pipeline

1/9/13
Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Milford

Come one, come all, grab your hats and mittens, pull on your winter boots and meet us in Milford to learn about a fun activity to enjoy during the long winter months – ice fishing.  Join instructors from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s "Let’s Go Fishing" Program for a three-week Saturday program in Milford on January 26 and February 2 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; and Saturday, February 9 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

1/9/13
Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Set for Saturday, April 20, 2013
Mark your calendars for Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, an Earth Day celebration coming this year on Saturday, April 20, 2013.  This family-friendly event takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department at 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Admission is free. 

1/8/13
Public Hearing on Proposed Shellfish Aquaculture Operation - February 6, 2013
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed marine aquaculture application for licensing on February 6, 2013, at 9:00 AM.  The hearing will be held at the Fish and Game Region 3 Office, 225 Main Street, Durham, N.H. 03824.  The public is welcome to attend the hearing and comment on the proposed aquaculture plan.

1/7/13
Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Greenland January 20, 2013

Experience a time-honored New Hampshire tradition by joining the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s "Let’s Go Fishing" Program and the Greenland Recreation Department on an ice fishing adventure!  A free ice fishing class will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2013, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Greenland Central School, 70 Post Road

1/7/13
Public Hearing on Miscellaneous Fish Rule Proposals - January 16, 2013

Proposed Fish and Game rule changes relative to Atlantic salmon broodstock fishing, bait fish, zebra mussels, fishing tournaments, and fish importation will be discussed at a public hearing on Wednesday, January 16, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. These rules would affect persons importing fish into New Hampshire, fishing for brood stock salmon, or conducting a fishing tournament

1/7/13
Still Space for You in the Beyond BOW Fly Tying Course

Time is running out to sign up for the Beyond Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Fly Tying course, but there are still a few spots available.  A brochure and mail-in registration form for the fly tying course are available to download at nhbow.com. You can also call (603) 271-3212 or email aquatic-ed@wildlife.nh.gov to request an application.  Don’t delay – send in your registration soon.

1/7/13
Free Ice Fishing Class Offered at Lebanon, NH, Recreation Department

Are you looking for a new outdoor activity for those long winter months?  How about ice fishing!  The Lebanon Recreation Department and instructors from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program will present a three-session program in Lebanon on Tuesdays, January 15 and 22, 2013, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, January 26, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

1/7/13
Registration Opens for NH Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Winter Workshop

Registration opens January 7 for the 2013 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Winter Workshop, a one-day program where women can learn outdoor skills to enjoy during the winter months. The workshop will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2013 (snow date Sunday, February 17), at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.

1/7/13
Injured Hiker Carried Off Mt. Major

 On Sunday, January 6, 2013, at about 2:30 p.m. a 21-year-old woman, Shannon Koechel of Bedford, NH, slipped and fell while hiking with a friend on the Boulder Loop Trail on Mt. Major in Alton, injuring her leg. Knowing it would be getting dark in a few hours, the hikers called 911.

1/4/13
No Victim Found in Rindge Submerged Snowmobile Incident; Ice Safety Warning
Yesterday evening (Thursday, January 3, 2013) at about 4:00 p.m., two New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers on routine patrol discovered a partially submerged snowmobile in Emerson Pond in Rindge, N.H.  The Conservation Officers contacted the Rindge Fire Department, which in turn requested Winchendon, Massachusetts, Fire Department’s hovercraft in an effort to look for potential victims.

1/4/13
Snowshoe Hare Hunting Workshop – January 19, 2013, in Holderness
Learn about the exciting sport of snowshoe hare hunting at a free workshop being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  The workshop will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 19, 2013.  Space is limited and pre-registration is required.  To register, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at (603) 536-3954.

12/21/12
RESOLUTION FOR 2013: Open the Door and Connect Kids and Families with Nature

As the new year approaches, a statewide coalition hopes parents and child caregivers think about this as a resolution: Connect children with the great outdoors in 2013. They’ll love it and it’s great for them!

12/21/12
Kids' Events at Rockingham Expo to Benefit Barry Conservation Camp
Get a jump on the 2013 hunting and fishing seasons by attending the Rockingham Fishing & Hunting Expo January 5-6, 2013, at Rockingham Park in Salem, N.H. (rockinghamexpo.com). Staff at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department booth will be selling the new 2013 hunting and fishing licenses. Stop by the booth and get your 2013 Freshwater and Saltwater Fishing digests, hot off the press.

12/21/12
Free Ice Fishing Seminar on January 16, 2013: The Modern Ice Fishing System with Dave Genz

Meet the Godfather of the Modern Ice Fishing Revolution, Dave Genz, at a free ice fishing seminar on Wednesday, January 16, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at the State Police Standards and Training Building, 17 Institute Drive Concord, N.H. (watch for “ice fishing seminar” signs as you enter the N.H. Technical Institute campus).  No pre-registration required. For more information, contact Mark Beauchesne at 603-271-6355.

12/20/12
NH Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey Starts in January; Summer Brood Report Out

If you see a flock of wild turkeys in New Hampshire this winter, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department wants you to report it via the online NH Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey. Report any turkey flocks seen from January 1 through March 31, 2013, by filling out a simple electronic survey form posted on the Fish and Game website at wildnh.com/turkeysurvey.  You can also find the survey anytime during the survey period by going to the Fish and Game website wildnh.com and clicking on "Turkey Survey." Please do not report multiple sightings of the same flock.

12/20/12
2013 N.H. Fish & Wildlife Calendars Make a Great Gift

Looking for a great stocking stuffer for the outdoor enthusiasts on your list? Treat them to a 2013 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife calendar! This handsome, New Hampshire-made wall calendar will inspire them for the year of outdoor adventure ahead.  Every month features striking images of diverse New Hampshire wildlife, plus handy hunting and fishing season dates – a refreshing breath of the outdoors for any home or office.
 

12/20/12
Wildlife Control Operator Class Offered January 31, 2013

The New Hampshire Wildlife Control Operators (WCO) training class, offered once a year, will take place on Thursday, January 31, 2013, at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H., from 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

12/19/12
2013 New Hampshire Fishing and Hunting Licenses Now Available

The preliminary numbers are in for New Hampshire's deer, bear and fall turkey hunting seasons, and it was a successful year for many N.H. hunters.

12/14/12
Three-state Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend - January 25-27, 2013

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has brought forward charges against a 67-year-old man in connection with a recent trapping incident which resulted in the death of a domestic dog.

12/11/12
N.H. Fish and Game Commission December Meeting Cancelled
The meeting of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission originally scheduled for December 19, 2012, has been cancelled.

12/10/12
Special Fundraising Effort Underway to Help Restore New England Cottontails
Nine New England cottontails that were born and raised in captivity now call New Hampshire home. They are here as a result of a major effort among six states to restore their population and protect them before they disappear forever. A special fundraising effort is now underway through the N.H. Fish and Game Department’s Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program to support this multi-faceted restoration effort for New Hampshire’s only native cottontail

12/10/12
Winter 2013 Ice Fishing Classes Offered

The temperatures are dropping, and lakes and ponds are beginning to freeze over -- tell-tale signs that Old Man Winter is almost here. Once the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is over, why not get outside and enjoy the New Hampshire winter by taking an ice fishing class?

12/7/12
Visit N.H. Fish and Game at Upcoming Outdoor Events

Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to stop by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department booth at several upcoming events

12/7/12
Register in January for Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Winter Workshop

Registration opens January 7 for the 2013 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Winter Workshop, a one-day program where women can learn outdoor skills to enjoy during the winter months.

12/7/12
ASMFC Northern Shrimp Section Sets Specifications for 2013 Fishery
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section approved a total allowable catch (TAC) of 625 metric tons (mt), representing a 72% reduction from last year’s quota

12/6/12
Registration Open for Women’s Fly Tying Course

Women who love fly-fishing and want to learn a new winter hobby can now sign up for a fly-tying course with master fly tiers Jim and Kris Riccardi. The N.H. Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Program and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Let’s Go Fishing Program are teaming up to offer the course, which will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings from January 23 through February 20, 2013, at the Town of Bow Fire and Rescue Facility, 2 Knox Road, Bow, N.H.  Participants must attend all five sessions

12/5/12
Fish and Game Has Great Holiday Gifts for the Outdoor Enthusiast

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has gifts galore for hunters, anglers and wildlife watchers. Stop by Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord (open 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. weekdays), or use the mail-order form at wildnh.com/Shop/shop.htm.

12/5/12
Thank a Landowner Today

If you're a hunter, angler, wildlife watcher, snowmobiler or Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle enthusiast, the holiday season is an important time to extend thanks to landowners who share access to their land, says Lindsay Webb, who heads up the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Landowner Relations Program.

12/4/12
Bald Eagles, A Hunter's Journey, and Sea Ducks Featured in NH Wildlife Journal

After an absence of nearly half a century, bald eagles are breeding once again – in a big way – on the Connecticut River in New Hampshire and Vermont. Read all about the remarkable recovery of these regal predators in the current issue (November-December 2012) of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal, the state's only magazine dedicated to fish and wildlife conservation and recreation.

12/4/12
2013 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendar

N.H. Fish and Game Conservation Officers are seeking help from the public in identifying suspect(s) in the case of a moose killed illegally in Berlin, N.H., and left to rot.

12/3/12
Joint Border Investigation Nets Illegal Moose Hunters
A cooperative effort along the border separating Pittsburg, New Hampshire, and Quebec, Canada, led to the arrest of two Canadian citizens during a surveillance detail in late October.

11/30/12
Nominations Sought for NH Fish and Game Commission Awards

Teachers and community members interested in involving youth to make a difference for wildlife through habitat projects on schoolyards, public areas or community lands can apply to the Homes for Wildlife Action Grant Program for start-up funds. This New Hampshire Fish and Game Department program provides mini-grants of $300-$600. Habitat projects create spaces for outdoor learning, and can range from a butterfly garden to shrubs for birds to a pond for amphibians – your imagination is the limit.

11/28/12
Public Hearing December 11, 2012, Regarding Miscellaneous Rules on Scallops, Shellfish and Special Wildlife Permit
Miscellaneous rules on scallops, shellfish and a special wildlife transfer permit will be the topic of a public hearing at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 11, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H. The proposed rule will affect persons taking scallops or surf clams or persons required to get a special wildlife permit.

11/28/12
Registration Opens for Free Winter Indoor Archery Leagues - Holderness, NH

 Interested in keeping your archery skills in tune once archery season comes to an end? This winter, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will once again offer free archery leagues for both beginners and experienced archers who want to learn new skills or improve their current skills. Both leagues will be held at Fish and Game's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center, located at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H.  Registration is now open.

11/26/12
N.H. Fish and Game Acquires Boat Access Site on Lake Winnipesaukee
On November 21, 2012, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department purchased a private marina known as Downing’s Landing at the southern tip of Alton Bay.  That means Fish and Game, after many years, has finally acquired a boat access facility on Lake Winnipesaukee, the state’s largest lake.

11/20/12
Public Hearing Dec. 11, 2012, on Three Proposed Shellfish Aquaculture Operations
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold public hearings regarding proposed marine aquaculture applications for licensing of three shellfish bottom-culture operations on Tuesday, December 11, 2012, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The hearings will be held at Fish and Game’s Region 3 Office, 225 Main Street, Durham, N.H. 03824.  The public is welcome to attend the hearings and to comment on the proposed aquaculture plans.

11/20/12
Northern Shrimp Public Hearing/Specifications-Setting Meeting Set
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing and specifications-setting meeting for the northern shrimp fishing season, in conjunction with a meeting of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Northern Shrimp Section, on Monday, December 3, 2012, from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., in Portland, Maine (at the Holiday Inn by the Bay, 88 Spring Street) to set the specifications and dates for the 2012/2013 harvesting season for northern shrimp.

11/20/12
Hunting-related Untimely Death in Swanzey, NH
The body of a hunter was recovered in Swanzey, N.H, early Tuesday morning, November 20, 2012.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department had been notified Monday night of an overdue hunter in the area of Talbot Hill Road.

11/16/12
Derry Man Struck in Hunting-Related Shooting
A 27-year-old Derry man, Russell Raymond, narrowly escaped serious injury on Friday afternoon (November 16th) after being shot by another hunter.  The incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. while Raymond was deer hunting in a wooded area north of Tallant Road in Pelham.

11/14/12
Monroe Man Injured in OHRV Rollover

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission will hold its next monthly meeting on Wednesday, November 21, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

11/2/12
"Let’s Go Fishing" Seeks Volunteer Fishing Instructors
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's "Let’s Go Fishing" program is in need of avid anglers looking to give back to their community and share their love of the great sport of fishing. The program is currently seeking volunteer instructors to teach ice fishing, fly fishing or basic fishing to youth and adults

10/29/12
62% of Hunters Successful in 2012 New Hampshire Moose Hunt
New Hampshire’s 2012 moose season wrapped up on Sunday, October 28, 2012. While hunters have until close of business today to register their moose at N.H. Fish and Game headquarters or regional offices, preliminary figures show that 174 hunters succeeded in taking their moose during the 9-day season. With a total of 281 permits issued, this represents a statewide success rate of 62%.  That's down from last year, when 71% of hunters got their moose. The breakdown for the harvest this year was 61% bulls and 39% cows. Final season results will be available upon completion of registration data entry and analysis.

10/26/12
ASMFC Northern Shrimp Section to Meet November 9, 2012, in Portland, Maine
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section will meet on November 9, 2012, in Portland, Maine, to consider final approval of Addendum I to Amendment 2 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Northern Shrimp. The Advisory Panel will meet prior to the Section (9:00 AM to Noon) to formulate its recommendations on Draft Addendum I. The Section will then meet from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM to review submitted public comment, Advisory Panel recommendations and take final action on the Addendum I. These meetings will take place at the Holiday Inn by the Bay, 88 Spring Street, Portland, Maine; 800.345.5070.

10/25/12
Apprentice Hunting License: New Way to "Take a friend – Make a hunter"

New Hampshire has a new opportunity this year for sharing or participating in the hunting experience. The Apprentice Hunting License allows people to hunt, under the guidance of an experienced hunter age 18 or older, without first taking a Hunter Education course. In instituting the program, New Hampshire followed the lead of thirty states that have established apprentice hunting programs over the past five years

10/25/12
Half of NH Moose Hunters Successful at Season Midpoint

As of Wednesday, October 24, 2012, a total of 141 moose had been taken in the 2012 New Hampshire moose hunt (84 bulls and 57 cows). That means that half (50%) of the 281 hunters holding moose permits had succeeded by the midway point in the state’s moose hunt, which is in line with a typical year. (Last year, 55% of hunters had gotten their moose by this point in the season.) The nine-day season runs through Sunday, October 28, 2012.

10/24/12
30/30 Gun Raffle Tickets Are Going Fast - Deadline November 15!

 Thirty guns will be raffled off in November to benefit Conservation Law Enforcement activities of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The raffle is sponsored by the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire. One gun will be picked each day of the month during November at the Barn Store of New England, and winning numbers will be announced daily on KISS 102FM and 107.7FM WTPL "The Pulse" radio.

10/23/12
Opening Day for Regular 

Opening day for New Hampshire’s regular firearms deer season is November 14, 2012, a date anticipated with great enthusiasm by the state’s estimated 60,000 deer hunters.  The season runs through December 9 in most of the state, except in Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) A in northern New Hampshire, where it closes December 2. Changes in season length remain in place in Wildlife Management Unit A as part of an effort to improve the buck age-structure of the northern deer herd. The state’s popular muzzleloader deer season gets underway on November 3 statewide and runs through November 13.

10/23/12
More Hikers Rescued on Yet another Busy Weekend in NH's Mountains

 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers had yet another busy weekend rescuing lost or injured hikers.

10/22/12
N.H. Moose Hunt Opening Weekend Brings 25% Success

 One-fourth of New Hampshire’s moose hunters were successful during the first two days of the nine-day season, achieving a 25% success rate on the opening weekend of the hunt. On Saturday and Sunday (October 20 and 21), a total of 69 moose were taken by hunters statewide – 44 bulls and 25 cows. This year's results were much like last year's 27% success rate for the 2011 opening weekend.

10/19/12
Public Hearing on Proposed Inland Shad, Marine Aquaculture and Other Marine Rules on November 6, 2012 - Portsmouth

10/19/12

A public hearing on proposed amendments to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department rules, as well as proposed rule changes for several Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC)-managed species, will take place on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road in Portsmouth, NH 03801.

10/17/12
Learn About Salmon Life Cycle at “Salmon Sunday” - November 11, 2012

It was another weekend of heightened search and rescue activity for New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers.

10/15/12
Vermont Girl Injured in New Hampshire ATV Crash

 On October 13, 2012, at approximately 2:53 p.m., Conservation Officers from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department responded to the Hinsdale Campground at Thicket Hill in Hinsdale for a two-vehicle OHRV(off highway recreational vehicle) accident.  The accident occurred in the area of the power lines on private property outside of the campground.

10/12/12
N.H. Moose Hunt Is October 20-28, 2012

 For nine exciting days, from October 20 to 28, 2012, lucky moose permit holders and their hunting partners will have the experience of a lifetime taking part in New Hampshire’s annual moose hunt. A total of 275 permit holders were drawn in this year’s lottery, randomly selected by computer from a pool of more than 13,400 applicants.

10/12/12
CWD Detected in Pennsylvania Deer

With the recent discovery of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a Pennsylvania deer, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials are reminding hunters of the ban on importing intact deer carcasses from CWD-positive jurisdictions such as Pennsylvania, into New Hampshire.

10/12/12
Our Wildlife Legacy – Special WSFR Anniversary Issue of NH Wildlife Journal

 It was a close call. So close it makes you catch your breath. By 1862, 32 million Americans had hopped aboard a runaway train barreling toward a natural resources disaster – and most of them didn't even know it

10/11/12
Commemorative 2012 New Hampshire Moose Hunt Shirts Available

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department was recently awarded $53,200 in grants from the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire, bringing the Foundation's total awards to, and funds leveraged for, Fish and Game programs to more than $500,000 since 2009.

10/9/12
N.H. Youth Deer Hunt Set for October 27-28, 2012

New Hampshire’s youth deer weekend, Saturday and Sunday, October 27-28, 2012, is the perfect time to take a youngster hunting. This special weekend gives young people age 15 and younger the opportunity to go deer hunting with an adult mentor, without the pressure of competing with thousands of adult hunters.

10/9/12
Prescribed Burn in Concord Airport Area to Improve Wildlife Habitat

 The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the N.H. Department of Resources and Economic Development Division of Forests and Lands, with support from the N.H. Army National Guard, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the City of Concord, will conduct a “prescribed burn” in areas on and near Concord Municipal Airport grounds this fall.

10/8/12
Toddler Found Safe in Henniker
A lost 3½-year-old boy was found safe in Henniker after being lost in the woods for approximately 4½ hours on Monday, October 8, 2012.

10/8/12
Lost Hunter Located in Marlow
NH Fish and Game Conservation Officers had a successful conclusion to search for a lost hunter in Marlow late Saturday night into Sunday morning (October 7, 2012).

10/8/12
Conservation Officers Respond to Multiple Weekend Hiker Rescues
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers had a busy weekend rescuing hikers who became lost or injured while out enjoying New Hampshire's fall foliage. The following incidents all occurred on Sunday, October 7, 2012.

10/8/12
Missing Rochester Man Is Found Safe in Strafford
The search for a missing Rochester man in Strafford concluded successfully today when the man was found safe, camping about a half-mile from his car, which was parked near the intersection of Johnsonboro Road and Route 202-A in Strafford. The man, identified as Francis Drown, age 54, of Rochester, had been reported missing by his family.  Drown had not had contact with family members since 4 p.m. on Friday, October 5, 2012.

10/8/12
Hampton Woman Injured in Sandown ATV Accident
A 30-year-old woman was injured in an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) rollover and collision in Sandown Sunday afternoon (October 7, 2012).  The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. Katie Wilson of Hampton, N.H., was operating an ATV on the Rockingham rail trail in Sandown when she sharply applied the brakes while approaching a wooden bridge. Wilson's machine rolled over on top of her, causing serious injuries.

10/5/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk: Deer Hunting – The Three Phases of the Rut
Pick up some effective deer hunting strategies at the final, and most comprehensive, talk in the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's fall outdoor adventure series. "Deer Hunting – the Three Phases of the Rut" will be presented on Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.  Admission is free. No pre-registration is required.

10/5/12
Brood Stock Atlantic Salmon Offer Exciting Fall Fishing
N.H. anglers looking for some challenging catch-and-release sport fishing while they’re enjoying the fall foliage should head to the Merrimack and Pemigewasset rivers to hook the "King of Fish.”  October and November are the best months for fall Atlantic salmon fishing in New Hampshire.

10/5/12
Wildlife Habitat Improvements Slated for Kearsarge Wildlife Management Area
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands (NHDFL) report that a timber sale aimed at improving wildlife habitat is slated for the Kearsarge Wildlife Management Area (WMA).  The operation, which could start as early as this month, will occur on 157 acres of the 1,000-acre WMA and will be supervised by NHDFL foresters.

10/5/12
NH Hearing October 15, 2012, on Atlantic Menhaden Draft Amendment 2

Atlantic coastal states from Maine through North Carolina have scheduled hearings to gather public comment on Draft Amendment 2 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Menhaden. The New Hampshire hearing will take place on Monday, October 15, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road in Portsmouth, N.H.  For more information on the hearing, contact New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Marine Division Chief Doug Grout at 603-868-1095.

9/27/12
Public Hearing October 2, 2012, on Winter Flounder Draft Addendum II
New England states from Maine through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts have scheduled their hearings to gather public comment on Draft Addendum II to Amendment 1 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for the Inshore Stocks of Winter Flounder.  The New Hampshire hearing will take place on Tuesday, October 2, 2012, at 7:45 p.m. (or following the completion of the Northern Shrimp Hearing, which precedes it), at the Urban Forestry Center in Portsmouth, N.H.

9/27/12
Public Hearing October 2, 2012, on ASMFC Northern Shrimp Draft Addendum I
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section has approved for public review and comment Draft Addendum I to Amendment 2 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Northern Shrimp.

9/27/12
Public Hearing October 9 on Wildlife Management Area Rules
A public hearing on proposed amendments to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Wildlife Management Area rules will take place on Tuesday, October 9, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. at the N.H. Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

9/26/12
Understanding the Science Behind Northern Shrimp Management
With the goal to improve the public’s understanding of the science behind the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s management of northern shrimp, the ASMFC Northern Shrimp Technical Committee will be conducting a Northern Shrimp Science Workshop on October 17, 2012, from 10 AM to 3 PM in Portland, Maine.

9/25/12
N.H. Pheasant Season Opens October 1
New Hampshire's hunting season for pheasant gets underway on October 1 and continues through December 31. There will be approximately 75 stocking sites in 50 towns. A total of 13,000 adult ring-necked pheasants will be released in all 10 counties.

9/21/12
N.H. Youth Waterfowl Hunt Weekend: September 29-30, 2012
New Hampshire's 2012 Youth Waterfowl Hunting Weekend will be held statewide on Saturday and Sunday, September 29-30, 2012. To participate, youth must be age 15 or younger and must be accompanied by a properly licensed adult age 18 or older. The adult may not hunt. The youth does not need a hunting license or duck stamp.

9/21/12
Educators: Schedule a Fall/Winter Classroom Wildlife Program by October 5
Educators who want to introduce their students in grades 3-6 to New Hampshire’s wildlife resources -- or reinforce wildlife-related lessons they have learned -- have until October 5 to request fall/winter 2012-2013 Wonders of Wildlife (WOW) presentations by New Hampshire Fish and Game Department volunteer docents.

9/20/12
Enjoy Free National Hunting and Fishing Day Events September 22, 2012
Get set for the hunting and fishing seasons ahead this Saturday, September 22, 2012, as the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day in a big way with exciting free events in Concord and Holderness.

9/20/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk Sept. 26, 2012: Hunting Dominant Bucks
Increase your odds of harvesting a whitetail this fall by attending a free talk that can help you improve your deer-hunting strategies.  The talk will be held on Wednesday, September 26, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.  No pre-registration is required.

9/19/12
Hunt for the Hungry: N.H. Food Bank Seeks Meat Donations from Hunters
New Hampshire hunters can share their fall harvest with the needy through the “Hunt for the Hungry” program at the New Hampshire Food Bank. Once again this fall, the food bank is collecting donations of whole or processed game animals for distribution to more than 400 food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters and group homes statewide.

9/19/12
Injured Michigan Hiker Rescued on Franconia Ridge
Heroic efforts by search teams working through the night, enduring high winds and torrential downpours, rescued an injured Michigan hiker stranded on the Franconia Ridge Trail in New Hampshire's White Mountains on Tuesday, September 18, 2012.

9/14/12
Family-Friendly Open House at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness
Enjoy a fun family day with hands-on activities related to the shooting sports, hunting and trapping at an Open House at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness on Saturday, September 22, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Admission is free. The event is part of the N.H. Fish and Game Department's observance of National Hunting and Fishing Day. The center is located at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H.

9/14/12
NH Hunters: Do Not Transport NY-killed Deer through Massachusetts or Vermont
New Hampshire hunters hunting in New York this fall should be aware that it is illegal to transport the carcasses through Vermont or Massachusetts. While New York has been removed from New Hampshire’s list of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)-positive jurisdictions, Massachusetts and Vermont have not done so.

9/14/12
Free Outdoor Sporting Expo at Fish and Game in Concord on September 22, 2012
Get set for the hunting and fishing seasons ahead at the National Hunting and Fishing Day N.H. Expo, which takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on September 22, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord. Admission is free! Stroll through more than 70 exhibits featuring hunting and fishing-related products and services. Lots of hands-on activities to try!

9/13/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk September 19, 2012: Deer Hunting Basics
If you're thinking about hunting deer this fall, come learn how to get started at a free talk called "Deer Hunting Basics" on Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required

9/13/12
Spawning Closure for Atlantic Herring September 21-October 19, 2012
Atlantic herring (sea herring) harvesters and dealers should be aware that herring spawning areas within the jurisdiction of New Hampshire will be closed from 12:01 a.m. on September 21, 2012, through midnight on October 19, 2012 (pursuant to Fis 603.07).  It is unlawful to fish for, take, or possess unprocessed herring during this closure.

9/10/12
“Free Range Kids” Author Lenore Skenazy to Headline NH Children in Nature Conference October 4, 2012
Lenore Skenazy, “America’s Worst Mom” and author of the book, Free-Range Kids:  How to Raise Safe, Self-Reliant Children (Without Going Nuts with Worry) will be the featured speaker at the New Hampshire Children in Nature

9/6/12
Take a Fish and Game Hunting Survey – You Could Win a Firearm!
Four new firearms were given away this summer to lucky recipients who took part in Fish and Game's Small Game and Ruffed Grouse surveys. All this year's hunters need to do be eligible to win is to take part in a Fish and Game survey during their hunting season!

9/6/12
Public Archery Ranges Available at Bear Brook State Park and Owl Brook Hunter Education Center
New Hampshire archers and bowhunters warming up for the fall deer and turkey archery seasons can practice their shooting skills at New Hampshire Fish and Game Department archery facilities at Bear Brook State Park in Allenstown and the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness. Both are open to the public.

9/6/12
Snowmobile Vanity Decal Registrations Available
Vanity snowmobile registration decals for the registration year that started July 1 are available for New Hampshire resident snowmobile owners. The deadline for submitting applications is October 12, 2012.

9/5/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk September 12, 2012: Calling Whitetails
Increase your odds of success hunting deer in New Hampshire this fall by coming to a free talk by hunting expert Dean Vanier on Wednesday, September 12, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required.

9/5/12
Public Invited to Join in Discussion of Fishing Industry Issues
NOAA Fisheries Service’s new Regional Administrator for the Northeast Region, John Bullard, is scheduling a series of "listening sessions" in area port communities to hear from a variety of stakeholders about the major issues currently facing the fishing industry and to explore thoughts on how a successful industry could be structured.

9/5/12
Milford Hatchery Not a Deer/Turkey Check Station this Fall
Hunters in south/central New Hampshire should note that there will not be a deer and turkey registration station at the Milford Fish Hatchery this year. Successful deer and turkey hunters are required to register their kill within 24 hours at an authorized registration or "check" station, where information on the kill is collected.

9/4/12
Canterbury Woman Seriously Injured in ATV Accident
A 51-year-old woman was seriously injured in an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) rollover in Northfield Monday night (September 3, 2012).  The incident occurred about 6:40 p.m. Liane Hoyt of Canterbury was operating an ATV on a snowmobile trail in Northfield when the machine rolled over on top of her, causing serious injuries.  She was riding with a group, but none of the other riders saw the accident happen.  When her companions reached her and got the machine off her, she was unconscious.  They called 911 for assistance.  Hoyt had not been wearing a helmet.

8/28/12
Need a School or Club Fundraiser? Sell the NH Fish & Wildlife Calendar!
If you need a fall fundraiser for your school, club or community group, try selling the 2013 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife calendar. Sales benefit your group at the same time they help support the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's work conserving wildlife and wild places. This fundraiser offers local groups a great profit margin -- your organization makes $4.95 on each calendar sold – and there's no risk for you, because calendars are pre-sold.

8/24/12
Visit N.H. Fish and Game at the Fair! Exhibits at Hopkinton and Lancaster
While you’re having fun at the Hopkinton and Lancaster Fairs this Labor Day weekend, stop in and enjoy the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department exhibits – a great way to explore hunting, fishing and wildlife watching opportunities in our state.

8/24/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talks Start September 12 in Concord, N.H.
Get primed for fall outdoor adventure at a series of free Wednesday evening talks being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.  The talks begin at 7 p.m.  Admission is free.  No pre-registration is required.

8/23/12
New 2012-2013 N.H. Hunting Digest Is Out!
The 2012-2013 New Hampshire Hunting and Trapping Digest is out, featuring New Hampshire hunting season dates, bag limits, check stations and lots more need-to-know information for the state's hunters and trappers. Pick up a free copy from your local Fish and Game license agent when you buy your license, or see www.huntnh.com/pubs/hunting.html.

8/20/12
Newfound Lake Boat Ramp to Be Closed for Repairs September 17, 2012
The Wellington State Park boat access facility on Newfound Lake in Bristol, N.H., will be closed for repairs from September 17 through the remainder of the year, opening back up in the spring. During this time, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will replace the concrete boat launch ramps with ramps of a newer, more innovative design. In addition, the old dock will be replaced with an accessible floating dock.  Boaters who rely on this launch for removing boats before ice-in will need to get their boats out before September 17, 2012.

8/17/12
Last Call for Hunter Education!
Hunting seasons are almost here, so if you need a hunter education class, drop everything and sign up for one of the remaining classes for 2012. You can register online at www.huntnh.com/Hunting/hunter_ed.htm. Just browse the calendar for the best date and location for you, then click on the course of your choice and complete the online registration form to officially join the class. Most of the remaining classes are in September.

8/17/12
2012-2013 N.H. Waterfowl Hunting Seasons Set
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has set final season dates and bag limits for the 2012-2013 waterfowl hunting season. After considering comments from sportsmen at the August public meeting, New Hampshire’s proposed waterfowl season is much like last year’s, with a 60-day duck season with a 6-bird daily limit, and a 60-day Canada goose season with a 2-bird daily limit.

7/27/12
Search Continues in Rumney, N.H., for Missing North Carolina Man
An expanded search is underway today as rescue teams continue to look for Hugh Armstrong, age 72, of Clayton, North Carolina, who has been missing since he left for a walk from Hawthorne Village in Rumney, N.H., at about 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 25, 2012

7/26/12
NC Man Still Missing in Rumney, NH
The search continues for Hugh Armstrong, age 72, of Clayton, North Carolina, who was last seen leaving for a walk from Hawthorne Village in Rumney, N.H., at about 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 25, 2012.  No sign of Armstrong has been found, although searchers have worked through the day looking for him, and will continue searching into the evening tonight (Thursday, July 26, 2012). 

7/26/12
Three Plead Guilty in Bobhouse Break-ins
Three men have pled guilty in Ossipee District Court for crimes related to several incidents last January in which Lakes Region ice-fishing bobhouses were forcibly entered and gear stolen

7/25/12
NC Man Missing in Rumney, NH; Public Asked to Call In Sightings
N.H. Fish and Game Department Law Enforcement staff are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a lost person, Hugh Armstrong, age 72, of Clayton, North Carolina. Armstrong was last seen leaving for a walk from Hawthorne Village in Rumney, N.H., at about 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, and was supposed to have returned by 9:00 a.m

7/25/12
30/30 Firearms Raffle to Benefit NH Fish and Game's Conservation Law Enforcement Division
Tickets go on sale August 1, 2012, for an exciting, first-ever firearms raffle sponsored by the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire and the Barn Store of New England to benefit Conservation Law Enforcement activities of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. Ticket sales will run through November 16, 2012

7/24/12
Herring Days Out Meeting Postponed
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Atlantic Herring Days Out meeting, originally scheduled for July 25, 2012, at 10 AM in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, has been postponed

7/24/12
New Geographic Information System (GIS) Partnership Brings State-of-the-Art Tools to New Hampshire Educators
Over 200,000 students in New Hampshire schools now have the ability to learn and apply 21st century geospatial concepts using the ArcGIS software developed by Environmental System Research Institute (ESRI). Thanks to a statewide partnership between ESRI and the New Hampshire Department of Education, this new partnership will allow every public and private school throughout the state unprecedented access to ESRI’s state-of-the-art GIS tools for use in education and research. The agreement also includes school administrative use for tasks like creating district maps and efficient bus routes

7/23/12
Free Workshop on Ruffed Grouse Hunting August 18, 2012, in Holderness
Get set for the fall grouse season at a free workshop on Ruffed Grouse Hunting on Saturday, August 18, 2012, from 9 a.m. to noon at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness. The session will be led by grouse hunting enthusiasts/hunter education instructors Sean Williamson and Dan Keleher. In addition, Andrew Weik, the Northeast biologist for the Ruffed Grouse Society, will give a presentation on ruffed grouse and their habitat needs. Pre-registration is required. To sign up, call 603-536-3954

7/23/12
Free Waterfowl Hunting Seminar August 11, 2012, in Holderness
Get an introduction to waterfowl hunting at a free seminar being offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday, August 11, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center on Perch Pond Road in Holderness. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To sign up for the workshop, call 603-536-3954

7/20/12
Mark Ellingwood Named New Fish and Game Wildlife Division Chief
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department today announced the selection of Mark Ellingwood as the new Wildlife Division Chief.  In this role, Ellingwood will have broad oversight over Fish and Game's wildlife programs, which include nongame and endangered species, game management and wildlife habitat programs

7/20/12
Last Chance to Enter N.H. Moose Hunt Auction!
The deadline for the 2012 N.H. Moose Hunt Auction is fast approaching, so if you want to try for a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, this is your last chance!  A total of five moose hunt permits are available through the annual auction, which benefits the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire. To download bid documents, visit www.nhwildlifefoundation.org. Bids must be received by Friday, August 3,

7/19/12
Learn How to Fish -- Free Fishing Classes at Umbagog (Cambridge) and Wolfeboro
Calling all want-to-be anglers!  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program is offering free one-day Introduction to Fishing classes in Cambridge and Wolfeboro, N.H., this August. Come explore a recreational activity that everyone in the family can enjoy -- fishing!  Just pick one of the following workshops and get started.  Registration is first-come, first-served.  All equipment and materials are provided.  You don't need a fishing license to participate

7/17/12
Onway Lake Boat Ramp in Raymond to Be Closed for Repairs
The boat access facility on Onway Lake in Raymond, N.H., will be closed for repairs for about six weeks, from July 23 through August 31, 2012.  During this time, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will install a concrete boat ramp, parking for three trailered vehicles and five cartop vehicles, implement erosion control measures, and repave the access road

7/13/12
Boaters and Anglers: Help STOP Aquatic Hitchhikers
As you’re out enjoying recreation on and near New Hampshire’s beautiful waters this summer, do your part to keep "aquatic hitchhikers" like variable milfoil from spreading to and threatening the quality of our lakes, rivers and ponds. The N.H. Fish and Game Department and the N.H. Department of Environmental Services (DES) urge you to check your equipment for milfoil and other nuisance species before you launch. Aquatic nuisance species can easily be transported on boats, motors, trailers, fishing equipment, bait buckets, diving gear and other recreational equipment

7/12/12
Seacoast Bounty: Horseshoe Crabs, Bluefin Tuna and Striper Story
Who doesn't want to be on the beach these days? Take an armchair trip to the shore in the latest issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal magazine. You'll feel the power of that hundred-pound tuna on the line as you go along for the wild ride on a tuna-fishing expedition off New Hampshire's rocky coast

7/12/12
Family Fun on Tap at Winnicut Fish Pass Open House July 21, 2012, in Greenland
Join in the fun at the Winnicut River Restoration and Fish Pass Open House on Saturday, July 21, 2012. This family-friendly event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department public access site near the site of the former Winnicut Dam in Greenland, N.H

7/9/12
Barry Camp Wild Game Culinary Adventure Weekend: September 28-30 in Milan
Registration is now open for the Barry Camp Wild Game Culinary Adventure, a weekend of seminars on wild game preparation and cooking, to be held at Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H., September 28-30, 2012. The cost of the event is $100, which includes meals, instruction and rustic lodging. All proceeds will benefit the Barry Camp Fund.  Applications are available at www.huntnh.com/barrycamp/game_weekend.html or call 603-271-3211. You must be age 18 or older to attend.  Register early – this event is limited to 30 participants

7/6/12
Body of Connecticut River Kayaker Recovered
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Dive Team recovered the body of Thomas Howell, 57, of Hinsdale, today in the Connecticut River in Hinsdale, NH. A search was launched yesterday (Thursday, June 5, 2012) for Howell, who was last seen swimming alongside his kayak at approximately 12:30 p.m. near the Prospect Street boat ramp in Hinsdale.  Howell’s body was recovered in fifteen feet of water, approximately 40 yards from where he was last seen by witnesses.  Howell did not have a Personal Flotation Device (PFD).  It is believed that alcohol was a contributing factor

7/6/12
Injured Hiker Rescued On Mt. Cube
On Thursday, July 5, 2012, Conservation Officers from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, volunteers from Upper Valley Search and Rescue Team and members of the Orford Police and Fire Departments made a combined effort to help rescue a hiker who fell in steep terrain on Mt. Cube in the town of Orford

7/6/12
Kayak Tours of Great Bay and Kayak Striper Fishing Workshop Offered
Experience New Hampshire's Great Bay Estuary by kayak this summer, guided by staff of the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.  Upcoming kayak tours and a special striper fishing workshop offer a chance to enjoy the rich ecological diversity and fascinating cultural history of the estuary as you paddle the tides and currents of Great Bay. You must be at least 18 years of age to participate. To register, call 603-778-0015

7/3/12
Unit M Antlerless Deer Permits Now Available
Hunters who want the chance to take additional antlerless deer in Wildlife Management Unit M in southeastern New Hampshire during the fall hunting seasons can now buy a special permit from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

7/3/12
Fishing, Outdoor Adventure on Tap at Barry Conservation Camp in July
Summer is a great time to get the kids involved in outdoor activities, and there's still room in two July sections at the overnight summer camp program for youth at Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H.  The camp is operated by UNH Cooperative Extension 4-H and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

7/3/12
Got Bats? New Rule Protects Vulnerable Bats with Restriction on Exclusion
Are you planning to remove bats from your property? Be aware that a new rule designed to protect bats prohibits the exclusion of bats from unoccupied structures by licensed Wildlife Control Operators from May 15 through August 15, unless the N.H. Department of Health and Human Services has documented a rabid bat on the property. The rule was established this year in response to growing concern for the status of many of New Hampshire's bat populations, which have been decimated by white-nose syndrome (WNS) in recent years

7/2/12
Refurbished Orford Boat Ramp on Connecticut River Now Open
The newly refurbished boat access facility on the Connecticut River in Orford, N.H., is now complete and open for use as of July 2, 2012.

6/29/12
Farmington, N.H., Toddler Found Safe in Woods
A search late last night (Thursday, June 28, 2012) ended happily, with a reunion for the family of Liam Davis, age 19 months, of Farmington, N.H. After being put to bed in the family tent, Liam had woken up, unzipped the door of the tent and wandered about a quarter-mile downstream from his family’s campsite in the woods; he was located by N.H. Fish and Game conservation canine “Sig” at about 11:30 p.m.

6/26/12
Injured Hiker Rescued On Mt. Washington
On the morning of Monday, June 25, 2012, Michael Hery, 15, of Peabody, Massachusetts, sustained a leg injury after a fall on the Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail on Mt. Washington. Mr. Hery had spent the previous night at the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Lakes of the Clouds Hut with his father and a friend, and the trio were making their way down the trail when the incident occurred

6/26/12
Before It’s Too Late: Take a Hunter or Bowhunter Education Course this Summer
Summer is a great time to get in a Hunter or Bowhunter Education course in time for the fall hunting seasons. Log onto the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department website today to sign up for a Hunter or Bowhunter Education course

6/25/12
Brake for Moose: It Could Save Your Life
Remember to brake for moose when traveling New Hampshire roadways. There were 146 reported moose/vehicle collisions in New Hampshire in 2011; in the last five years the state has averaged 184 per year. June is a high-risk month for encountering moose on the roads, because moose are moving from winter to spring habitats and coming out to the roads to eat salt. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is working to make people more aware of the danger of moose/vehicle collisions. Step number one is to learn what you can do to reduce the chance of being involved in an accident with a moose

6/22/12
Trout Take Flight – to New Hampshire's Remote Ponds
Trout literally took flight this month, as the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department delivered fingerling fish to some of the state's most remote waters. Every year in June, a helicopter hired by Fish and Game stocks remote ponds from Sunapee to Pittsburg. During this one-day event, which this year took place on June 13, some 48 remote New Hampshire ponds were stocked with brook trout fingerlings raised in Fish and Game's New Hampton Hatchery

6/22/12
Be Aware of Endangered Piping Plovers on N.H. Beaches
Be aware of endangered birds on the beaches this weekend and beyond as the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department reports there are six pairs of plovers incubating eggs or watching over chicks on sandy shores of Hampton and Seabrook. Piping plovers are endangered in New Hampshire and threatened nationally. Their breeding habitat is fenced with symbolic yellow roping and signs to indicate the birds' presence to beach-goers and to allow the mating pairs space to nest and raise their young

6/21/12
Still Room in Summer Youth Programs at Owl Brook Hunter Ed Center, Holderness
Keep the kids busy and help build their outdoor skills by signing them up for free youth day programs taking place this summer at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness. These programs give youth (boys and girls) age 10-15 the chance to learn about the shooting sports, bowhunting and other outdoor skills. Sessions will be offered in July and August at Owl Brook, which is operated by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department

6/20/12
Bear Activity High: Homeowners and Campers Should Take Precautions
Bears seem to coming out of the woodwork in New Hampshire these days. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is dealing with numerous bear complaints from around the state, many of them involving female bears with cubs

6/19/12
Young Girl Safe after Being Swept to Top of Swift River Waterfall
A 12-year-old girl from Milford visiting the Swift River in Albany, N.H., on Monday, June 18, 2012, slipped off a rock about 5:30 p.m. and was swept down the river about 150 feet to the top of Lower Falls. There, she was able to grab onto a rock and hold on against the strong current long enough for bystander James Barnhouse of Northeast Dover, Ohio, to make his way to her position in the river.  He was able to stabilize her and together they reached the other side of the river.  At the Lower Falls, the Swift River falls about 15 feet, rushing over rocky, craggy surfaces.

6/15/12
Lucky Day for 2012 NH Moose Hunt Permit Winners
The adventure of a lifetime is in store for 275 people who have been offered permits to hunt moose in New Hampshire this October. They are the lucky winners in the state's annual moose hunt permit lottery drawing, held today with great fanfare at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's headquarters in Concord, N.H

6/11/12
Successful Search at Pinkham Notch, White Mountain National Forest
Late Sunday night (June 10, 2012), Vinoth Naudakumar, age 22, of New South Wales, Australia, who is enrolled as a graduate student at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts, was reported overdue from a day hike. He had started his hike with a friend, Yuval Kochman, who currently resides in Boston, Massachusetts. Kochman and Naudakumar set out hiking together, but became separated on the trail. When Naudakumar had not returned to their vehicle at the end of the day, Kochman searched for him on the trail and then reported him missing, overdue from the hike.

6/11/12
Field & Stream Magazine Honors Three N.H. Fish and Game Volunteer Instructors
Three New Hampshire Hunter Education instructors were in the national spotlight after being selected as "Heroes of Conservation" in back-to-back issues of the renowned outdoor magazine Field & Stream

6/8/12
Like Water and Wildlife? Support the Nongame Program!
June is the month to appreciate "nongame" wildlife – species that aren't fished for or hunted. You know, the creatures you might have admired on a recent visit to a river, lake or pond – a great blue heron spearing a bullfrog, painted turtles sunning on a log, or osprey winging by. Working with state and private partners, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program protects these and more than 400 other species in New Hampshire

6/6/12
Moose Lottery Drawing Takes Place Friday, June 15, 2012
The annual drawing to select the lucky hunters who will be offered a permit to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall will be held on Friday, June 15, at 9:00 a.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Fish and Game will issue 275 moose hunting permits this year.  The public and interested media are invited to be on hand to watch the excitement as the names are drawn.  Winners are selected through a computerized random drawing

6/1/12
Leave Young Animals Alone -- Keep Wildlife Wild
Young wildlife is in the news these days, as two young bear cubs, orphaned when a vehicle collision killed their mother, were caught and taken to a wildlife rehabilitator after days of anxiety about their fate.  While this is a heart-warming story, it's worth noting that in most circumstances, if  you encounter young wildlife – even young animals that appear to need help – the kindest and safest thing to do is to leave them alone and let nature take its course

5/31/12
Registration Opens for N.H. "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Fall Workshop
Women who want to learn outdoor skills can sign up for New Hampshire's fall Becoming an Outdoors-Woman weekend workshop, which will take place September 7-9, 2012, at Rockywold/Deephaven Camps on Squam Lake in Holderness, N.H. Participants select four sessions from more than 30 different outdoor skills workshops, including archery, fishing and fly-fishing, camping, field dressing game, hiking, kayaking, rifle, shotgun, nature photography, outdoor survival, campfire cooking, mountain biking, map and compass, and more

5/23/12
Be Aware of Endangered Piping Plovers on N.H. Beaches
Be aware of endangered birds on the beaches this holiday weekend and beyond as the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department reports there are six pairs of piping plovers nesting along the sandy shores of Hampton and Seabrook. Piping plovers are endangered in New Hampshire and threatened nationally. Their breeding habitat is fenced with yellow roping to indicate the birds' presence to beach-goers and to allow the mating pairs space to nest and raise their young

5/21/12
Reminder: Saturday, June 2, 2012, Is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire!
New Hampshire's Free Fishing Day is almost here! Saturday, June 2, 2012, is the statewide Free Fishing Day, when you can fish any inland water – or saltwater – without a fishing license. Take advantage of this special event and plan to get out and enjoy the day fishing with your family and friends. Both state residents and nonresidents may participate

5/21/12
Fish and Game Conservation Officers of the Year Honored
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department recently honored New Hampshire 2011 Conservation Officers of the Year and an OHRV Program Coordinator for outstanding service. The Law Enforcement recipients were Conservation Officer Mark W. Ober Jr. of Franconia and Sergeant Scott LaCrosse of Loudon.

5/18/12
NH Moose Hunt Lottery Deadline Is Friday, May 25, 2012
If you haven't submitted a lottery application and want a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, then you better get moving! The deadline for entering the New Hampshire moose hunt lottery is Friday, May 25. This year, 275 lucky winners will be offered permits to participate in New Hampshire's 2012 moose hunt, which runs from October 20 - 28. Last year's statewide hunter success rate for moose was 71%

5/18/12
Changes in Place for OHRV and Snowmobile Event Permit Application
Persons applying for permits to hold Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile events should note that because of recent rule changes, a new application form now must be used. The new form is available at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's OHRV web page www.ride.nh.gov.

5/17/12
Public Hearing June 5, 2012, on Proposed Cod and Lobster License Transfer Rules
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing regarding proposed groundfish restrictions affecting Atlantic cod length and creel limits for recreational anglers, as well as rules governing the transfer of lobster licenses, on Tuesday, June 5, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801

5/15/12
Coming Soon: Limited All-Terrain Vehicle Reciprocity with Vermont
All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) enthusiasts in New Hampshire and Vermont will soon be able to enjoy limited ATV reciprocity between the two states

5/14/12
Basic Navigation Workshop Offered June 16, 2012, in Holderness
If you're interested in learning how to find your way in the outdoors using a map and compass, sign up for a free workshop on beginning-level map and compass navigation skills scheduled for Saturday, June 16, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at New Hampshire Fish and Game's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center

5/11/12
Habitat Work Underway to Conserve Rare New England Cottontails
For the New England cottontail, mild winter conditions were a stroke of luck – a lack of snow made it easier for them to hide and find food. For the biologists who are surveying cottontails, the same conditions made it maddeningly difficult to find evidence of their presence. The challenges have not slowed the efforts of biologists from New Hampshire Fish and Game's Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program, along with partners across the Northeast, to ensure the survival of this state-endangered native rabbit

5/11/12
Statewide Survey of New Hampshire Dragonflies Completed
Between 2007 and 2011, a small army of net-wielding naturalists was unobtrusively scouring the wetlands of New Hampshire for dragons – or more specifically dragonflies and damselflies. And they found them – lots of them. Over those five years, roughly 100 volunteers collected more than 18,000 records of dragonflies and damselflies, representing 157 of the 162 species known to occur in the state.

5/11/12
Free Fly-Fishing Course Offered June 23-24, 2012, in Haverhill, NH
An upcoming two-day workshop in Haverhill offers beginners a chance to learn about the timeless sport of fly-fishing. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program is teaming up with the Haverhill Recreation Department to host a fly-fishing course on Saturday, June 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Haverhill Recreation Department. There is no charge for the instruction.

5/10/12
Purple Finch, Kayak Fishing and Merrimack River Wildlife Heritage Trail: All in the Latest Issue of N.H. Wildlife Journal
The brilliant purple finch on the cover of the latest issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal is an irresistible lead-in for a story about New Hampshire's raspberry-dipped state bird, now only half as common as it was 40 years ago. Learn some new finch facts and have fun testing your finch identification skills – are those red-tinged birds you've been seeing purple finches or male house finches?  Now you'll know!

5/9/12
Public Hearing May 29 on Proposed Marine Aquaculture Operation
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on a proposed marine aquaculture application for licensing on Tuesday, May 29, 2012, at 9:00 a.m., at Fish and Game’s Region 3 Office, 225 Main Street, Durham, N.H. The public is welcome to attend the hearing and comment on the proposed aquaculture plan.

5/9/12
Introduction to Trapping Workshop – June 2, 2012, in Holderness
Learn what skills you need to become a first-time trapper in New Hampshire at a free workshop being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  The workshop will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 2, 2012.  Space is limited and pre-registration is required.  To register, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at (603) 536-3954. This is not a Trapper Education Certification course.

5/9/12
Seen Any Wild Turkey Broods? Report Your Findings to Fish and Game!
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is asking for the public's help in tracking wild turkey broods in New Hampshire this spring and summer. It's easy to take part.  If you see groups of turkeys with young between May 15 and August 31, 2012, report your sightings to Fish and Game at its web-based turkey brood survey at www.wildnh.com/turkeybroodsurvey.

5/8/12
Atlantic Herring Landing Days Announced
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commissioners from the states of Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts have met with industry representatives and set the allowable landing days for the beginning of the 2012 Management Area 1A Atlantic Herring fishery

5/7/12
N.H. Coastal Lobster Trap Cleanup Set for May 12, 2012
If you're out for a walk on New Hampshire's beaches on Saturday, May 12, 2012, you may see more activity than usual. Commercial fishermen and others will be out that day collecting lobster traps and other fishing gear that winter storms have washed up on New Hampshire beaches and shoreline

5/7/12
Injured Massachusetts Hiker Carried from Summit of Mt. Chocorua
New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers and a large cadre of volunteer rescuers carried injured hiker Emily Crane, age 45, of Millbury, Mass., to safety from a trail near the summit of Mt. Chocorua in Tamworth, N.H., on Saturday night (May 5, 2012).

5/4/12
Two New Hampshire Leaders Honored with ASMFC Awards of Excellence
Dennis F. Abbott of Newmarket, N.H., and G. Ritchie White of Rye, N.H., were among those honored by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Annual Awards of Excellence in Alexandria, Virginia, for their contributions to the success of fisheries management along the Atlantic coast.  Abbott received his award in the legislative category, while White was honored for achievements in management and policy

5/3/12
Get 'er Done!  Moose Lottery Deadline Is May 25, 2012
Want to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall? The deadline for entering the New Hampshire moose hunt lottery is May 25, 2012. It costs just $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents to enter the lottery for a chance at the adventure of a lifetime. A total of 275 permits will be issued. The state's moose hunt will run from October 20 – 28, 2012. Last year, the statewide hunter success rate was 71%

5/1/12
Striped Bass Anglers Needed for Volunteer Angler Survey
This time of year, striped bass are starting to arrive in New Hampshire’s coastal waters. With their arrival, anglers from near and far flock to the state's coastal rivers, estuaries and ocean waters to pursue this popular sport fish.

4/30/12
Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey Results In
Results are in from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's fourth annual wild turkey winter flock survey, in which the public participates by reporting their turkey flock sightings online.  Wild turkey watchers submitted their observations from January 1 through March 31, 2012

4/30/12
Registration Opens for North Country Fly-Fishing Workshop
Here's a chance to learn how to fly fish while enjoying a visit to beautiful northern New Hampshire.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation are teaming up to present “The North Country Experience,” a beginning fly-fishing weekend course that will take place on June 2-3, 2012, at Coleman State Park in Stewartstown, N.H.

4/27/12
New Cod Rules for Recreational Anglers Take Effect May 1, 2012
New state rules take effect on May 1, 2012, reducing the minimum length and creel limits for recreational anglers taking Atlantic cod in New Hampshire waters. The measure makes New Hampshire's rules compatible with new Federal regulations

4/25/12
2012 Spring Gobbler Season Looks Good for N.H. Turkey Hunters
It should be a good spring season for New Hampshire’s turkey hunters, says New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Turkey Biologist Ted Walski. The spring gobbler season opens Thursday, May 3, and runs through Thursday, May 31, statewide.  New Hampshire's Youth Turkey Hunt Weekend occurs the weekend before the season opens, this year taking place on Saturday, April 28, and Sunday, April 29, 2012

4/20/12
Scholarships Available for Fall “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” Workshop
Women interested in applying for scholarships to defray the cost of attending New Hampshire’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) fall weekend workshop must apply before May 15, 2012, to be considered for financial assistance

4/20/12
Injured Hiker Assisted to Safety in White Mountains
A Concord man was assisted to safety by New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers yesterday (Thursday, April 19, 2012) after being injured while hiking in the White Mountains.

4/19/12
Young Manchester Artist Earns Top Honors in State Jr. Duck Stamp Contest
Jessica Gray of Manchester, N.H., a 16-year-old Manchester West High School Student, took top honors among young New Hampshire artists in the 2012 Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Contest.  Gray’s mixed media painting of mallards, entitled “Winter by the Cattails,” was chosen from among 90 entries as New Hampshire's State Best of Show in the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Contest

4/17/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk April 25, 2012: Black Bear Happenings in N.H.
Come learn about New Hampshire's black bears at a free talk called "Black Bear Happenings in New Hampshire" on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. 03301.  No pre-registration is required.  The session starts at 7 p.m

4/17/12
Saturday, June 2, 2012, Is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire
N.H. Free Fishing Day is coming on Saturday, June 2, 2012, so plan to get out and cast a line with your family and friends on New Hampshire’s lakes, rivers and streams.  On Free Fishing Day, state residents and nonresidents alike can fish any inland water – or saltwater – in New Hampshire without a fishing license. All other fishing regulations must be followed on Free Fishing Day, including season dates and bag limits. There is one exception: you still need a fishing license and a special permit to fish for brood stock Atlantic salmon in the Merrimack and lower Pemigewasset rivers.

4/17/12
Overnight White Mountain Search for Lost Hiker Concludes
A young man from Littleton survived an unexpected night near a hiking trail in the White Mountains while searchers scoured the woods looking for him

4/17/12
Sign Up Now for Summer Youth Programs at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center
Registration is now open for free youth day programs taking place this summer at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness. These programs give youth (boys and girls) age 10-15 the chance to learn about the shooting sports, bowhunting and other outdoor skills. Sessions will be offered in July and August at Owl Brook, which is operated by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department

4/16/12
Reminder: Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Is Saturday, April 21, 2012
Discover WILD New Hampshire Day is almost here! This free outdoor festival is coming up this Saturday, April 21, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

4/16/12
Leave Young Animals Alone -- Keep Wildlife Wild
With the early spring, people are getting outside and some are observing young animals. If you encounter wildlife, even young animals that appear to need help, please remember that the kindest -- and safest -- thing to do is to leave them alone and let nature take its course, say officials from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

4/13/12
Beginning Fly-Fishing Class Offered in Hancock, N.H.: May 19-20, 2012
An upcoming workshop offers a chance to learn about the traditional sport of fly-fishing.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program is pairing up with the Harris Center for Conservation Education to host “Fly-Fishing A-Z” on Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Sunday, May 20, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the Harris Center in Hancock, N.H. There is no charge for the class.

4/13/12
New Proposed Atlantic Cod Minimum Length and Creel Limits for Recreational Anglers
Recreational anglers taking cod in New Hampshire waters should be aware of new interim state rules, likely to take effect on May 1, 2012, which reduce the minimum length and creel limits for Atlantic cod and make our state rules compatible with new Federal regulations

4/12/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk April 18, 2012: Kayak Camping
Ever think about going camping in your kayak?  Come learn about kayak camping at a free talk on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. 03301.  No pre-registration is required.  The session starts at 7 p.m.

4/11/12
Prescribed Burn in Concord Airport Area to Improve Wildlife Habitat
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the N.H. Department of Resources and Economic Development Division of Forests and Lands, with support from the N.H. Army National Guard, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the City of Concord, will conduct a “prescribed burn” in areas on and near Concord Municipal Airport grounds this spring.  The prescribed burn may occur as early as April 14, or as late as May 20; the date will be finalized when the weather and atmospheric conditions are seen to be safe.

4/9/12
Designated Trout and Fly-Fishing-Only Ponds Open Saturday, April 28, 2012
Fishing in New Hampshire's designated trout ponds and fly-fishing-only ponds opens this year on April 28, 2012 (the fourth Saturday in April), offering anglers the chance to experience exciting fishing in some of the Granite State's most scenic surroundings.  These ponds are managed specifically for trout, and fishing is allowed through October 15.

4/9/12
Barry Conservation Camp Spaces Filling Fast!
Summer is around the corner, and spaces in youth summer camp programs like Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H., are filling up fast. Space is still available in all the 2012 Barry Camp sessions for youth (boys and girls age 10-16), but some programs, such as the 4-H Shooting Sports week, are already close to capacity.

4/9/12
New Hampshire’s Youth Turkey Weekend – April 28-29, 2012
New Hampshire’s 2012 youth turkey hunt will take place Saturday, April 28 and Sunday, April 29, the weekend before spring gobbler season gets underway.  During the 2011 youth weekend, young hunters took an impressive 521 turkeys, or 14.2% of the total spring turkey harvest in the state.

4/9/12
Date and Location Changed for Atlantic Herring Days Out Meeting: Now Set for April 17, 2012, in Durham, N.H.
The date and location have changed for the upcoming Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Atlantic Herring Section meeting to discuss the allowable "days out" measures for 2012 commercial Atlantic herring harvesters.  The meeting will now take place on April 17, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Region 3 Office, 225 Main Street, Durham, N.H., 03824.

4/6/12
Public Hearing April 19, 2012, on Lake Winnisquam River Herring Reintroduction
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public meeting on a proposal to reintroduce alewives and blueback herring, commonly referred to as river herring, into Lake Winnisquam.  The meeting will take place on Thursday, April 19, at 7:00 p.m., at the Belknap County Sportsmen’s Association meeting hall at 182 Lily Pond Road, Gilford, N.H. (near the Laconia Municipal Airport).

4/6/12
Come Enjoy Discover WILD New Hampshire Day on Saturday, April 21, 2012
Bring the whole family to Discover WILD New Hampshire Day on Saturday, April 21, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.

4/5/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk April 11, 2012:
Fly Fishing the Upper Connecticut River
Come hear veteran fly-fisherman Angus Boezeman talk about strategies for fly fishing one of New Hampshire's iconic waterways, the upper Connecticut River, at a free talk on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. 03301.  No pre-registration is required.  The talk starts at 7 p.m.

4/4/12
Catch the King – 2012 Broodstock Salmon Season Gets Off to Early Start
Record warmth this winter has brought an early start to spring in New Hampshire this year, and that's good news for anglers targeting the "King of Fish" – broodstock Atlantic salmon that are stocked into the Merrimack River watershed each spring and fall

4/2/12
Let’s G.O.!
Get Outdoors New Hampshire in April
Like blooming flowers and black flies, one of the sure signs of spring in New Hampshire is the sight of kids enjoying the outdoors

4/2/12
Man Seriously Injured in Warren ATV Crash
A young man was seriously injured in a morning All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) crash in Warren on Sunday, April 1, 2012.  Sometime between 9:00 and 10:00 a.m., Travis Wescott, age 23, reportedly of Campton, N.H., was riding as the passenger in a John Deere Gator (a two-person ATV) operated by 21-year-old Brian Huckins Jr. of Warren on the grounds of the Route 118 Campground in Warren.

3/30/12
Outdoor Adventure Talk April 4:
Paddle the Northern Forest Canoe Trail
Enjoy a virtual through-paddle on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail at a free outdoor adventure talk by the Trail's Director Kate Williams at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H

3/30/12
Coastal Anglers: New N.H. Marine Rule Changes in Effect for 2012
Coastal anglers should be aware of several new rule changes for 2012 that are now in effect regarding the taking of different species in some New Hampshire coastal rivers and other coastal/estuarine waters

3/30/12
Atlantic Herring Days Out Meeting April 16, 2012
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Atlantic Herring Section will hold a meeting on April 16, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., to discuss the allowable "days out" measures for 2012 commercial Atlantic herring harvesters.  The meeting will be held at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

3/29/12
N.H. Wildlife Harvest Summary Available
A rich source of information for future hunts is now out from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The newly published 2011 New Hampshire Wildlife Harvest Summary summarizes data gathered by wildlife biologists from the various 2011 New Hampshire hunting seasons. This annual publication provides a complete breakdown of 2011 hunting season statistics, including many totals by town and Wildlife Management Unit (WMU).  Statistics are provided for deer, moose, bear, turkey and furbearers.

3/26/12
Hatcheries Gearing up for Spring Fish Stocking
Now that our surprisingly warm and short winter has come to an end, New Hampshire Fish and Game Hatcheries Supervisor Jason Smith can’t help but get excited about open water angling, and more specifically, trout fishing. Fish Culturists at New Hampshire's state hatcheries have had another great growing season, and stocking trucks are ready to get rolling in April.

3/26/12
Turkey Hunting Workshop - April 21, 2012, in Holderness
A free workshop covering the basics of hunting wild turkeys is being offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday, April 21, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 387 Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To sign up for the workshop, or for more information, call 603-536-3954.

3/23/12
April 1 Opening Day for N.H. Landlocked Salmon/Lake Trout Fishing
Anglers are expected to be out in force on April 1 for the start of the open-water fishing season on landlocked salmon/lake trout-managed lakes in New Hampshire.  After an exceptionally mild winter, there will be vast amounts of open water in the lakes region of New Hampshire for early season landlocked salmon anglers.

3/23/12
Volunteers Needed for Habitat Restoration Work in Durham, Dover and Lee; Benefits New England Cottontail Project
If you are interested in helping conserve one of New Hampshire’s endangered species and promote native plants – and are able to spend a Saturday or two doing physical outdoor work, consider volunteering to help out with the New England cottontail project in the seacoast region of New Hampshire this spring.

3/21/12
Boat Access Closures: Webster Lake (Franklin) and Connecticut River (Orford)
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department today announced upcoming closures at two New Hampshire boat access facilities. In the coming month, repairs and improvements are planned for boat ramps on Webster Lake in Franklin, N.H., and on the Connecticut River inOrford, N.H.

3/21/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talk March 28, 2012: 
Want to Fly Fish? Let's Get Started!
Have you ever thought about learning to fly fish? A free talk coming up at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department offers a chance for beginners to find out how to get started in this time-honored sport.

3/21/12
A Shift in Strategy for Merrimack River Atlantic Salmon Restoration
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department won't need as much volunteer help this year stocking millions of inch-long salmon fry (young salmon) into the Merrimack River basin because of an exciting new development.  About the same number of fry will be stocked, but fewer rivers are being targeted because Fish and Game does not want to stock on top of fry that may have hatched in the wild.

3/20/12
Enter the Lottery Now for a Chance to Hunt Moose in N.H. this Fall
If you want to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, now is the time to enter the lottery and try your luck on the adventure of a lifetime. Applications for the lottery cost $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents (nonrefundable) and are available online at www.huntnh.com or from any Fish and Game license agent.  A total of 275 permits are proposed to be issued in this year’s lottery.

3/19/12
Volunteers Needed to Become Wonders of Wildlife Docents
Are you are interested in sharing your interest in wildlife and aquatic resources with New Hampshire schoolchildren?  Then consider becoming a Wonders of Wildlife Program (WOW) volunteer docent for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department!  A new series of docent training programs begins on April 12, 2012.  Applications must be received by April 4, 2012.

3/19/12
New Hampshire Hearing April 3, 2012, on Atlantic Menhaden Amendment 2 Public Information Document
Atlantic coastal states from Maine through Georgia have scheduled their hearings to gather public comment on the Public Information Document (PID) for Amendment 2 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Menhaden

3/14/12
Free Outdoor Adventure Talks at N.H. Fish and Game
Get inspired for outdoor adventures this year at a series of free Wednesday evening talks taking place from March 28 through April 18, 2012, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required.  The talks start at 7 p.m.

3/14/12
Expect Bears to Emerge From Dens Earlier This Spring
What a winter it has been -- or lack thereof!  Mother Nature has not fooled the bears either, and they are ready to emerge from dens in search of spring foods.  Bears den primarily to avoid being active during a period of time when food is limited.  Weather conditions do play a role in the timing of den entry and emergence, but the influence of weather on denning behavior is less significant than food availability.

3/13/12
Volunteers Needed April 21, 2012, for New Wildlife Garden in Stratham
The Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (GBNERR) is creating a backyard wildlife garden demonstration area on a conservation property on the shores of Great Bay. Located in Stratham next to Chapman’s Landing on the Squamscott River, the wildlife garden will be established and maintained by community volunteers.

3/9/12
Charles Miner Elected to Wildlife Foundation of NH Board
The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire Board of Directors announces its newest board member, Charles R. Miner Jr. of Epsom, N.H. Miner recently retired from 35 years of service to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. Known to many in the fish and game community, his diverse roles at Fish and Game ranged from Wildlife Program Coordinator, Federal Aid Program Coordinator, Division Chief for Access and Engineering, to, most recently, Landowner Relations Coordinator.

3/9/12
Top Turkeys, Fishing for Everyone, North Country Fly Fishing Memories
The March/April 2012 issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal magazine gives you a chance to meet three very different first-time turkey hunters who took to the woods and succeeded in shooting their first turkey in New Hampshire last year: 86-year-old Bill Beall, Somersworth teenager Jackie Keleher, and forty-something hiker/paddler Marty Basch.

3/9/12
Sign the Kids Up for Barry Conservation Camp!
This year sign the kids up for a summer camp where they will have fun while getting outdoors and active! Registration is underway for the 2012 summer camp programs for youth (boys and girls age 10-16) at Barry Conservation Camp in Milan, N.H.

3/8/12
Turkey Hunting Shot Patterning and Safety Clinic Offered April 7, 2012, in Hillsborough
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Hunter Education Program, in cooperation with Morse Sporting Goods of Hillsborough, will host a Turkey Hunting Shot Patterning and Safety Clinic on Saturday, April 7, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Morse Sporting Goods, 85 Contoocook Falls Road, Hillsborough, NH.

3/8/12
Public Hearings Set for Wheeled Vehicle Reciprocity with Vermont; OHRV and Snowmobile Event Permits
Proposed rule changes affecting wheeled-vehicle reciprocity with Vermont and Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile event permits will be discussed at two public hearings being held by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

3/7/12
Public Hearings Set for Proposed 2012 Wildlife Rule Changes
Proposed rule changes affecting hunting and trapping seasons in New Hampshire for 2012 and 2013 will be discussed at three public hearings being held by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department

3/5/12
Sign Up Now for Hunter and Bowhunter Education Classes
Safe and successful hunts begin with good planning, so get your 2012 hunting seasons off to a great start by logging onto the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department website to sign up for a Hunter or Bowhunter Education course!

3/5/12
Big Game Processing Workshop - April 7, 2012 in Holderness
Learn how you can process your own big game animal from field to freezer at a free workshop being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H., on Saturday, April 7, 2012. The workshop will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Please note that this workshop does not include lunch. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To sign up, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 603-536-3954.

3/2/12
Women-only Hunter Education Course Offered
Women interested in taking Hunter Education in the company of other women can now sign up for a special Women-only Hunter Education Course offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The course involves self-paced online study and an online exam, plus a Field Day on July 21, 2012, in Holderness, N.H.  Participants must be 15 years of age or older.

2/28/12
Last Call for Junior Duck Stamp Contest – $500 Prize
Kids who want to enter New Hampshire's 2012 Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest should start putting the finishing touches on their masterpieces. Entries must be postmarked by March 15. The contest is a chance for New Hampshire youth from kindergarten through grade 12 to create original artwork depicting any North American duck or goose. Entries are judged on artistic merit and scientific accuracy in portraying the waterfowl. The competition is open to public, private and home-schooled New Hampshire students.

2/26/12
Two Winter Rescues in New Hampshire’s White Mountains
On Sunday, February 26, 2012, Conservation Officers from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department responded to two separate incidents involving unprepared hikers on Mt. Lafayette in Franconia, NH.

2/24/12
Unprepared Hikers Rescued from Blue Job Mountain
N.H. Fish and Game Conservation Officers and staff from the Strafford and Farmington Police and Fire Departments last night participated in a search for four hikers on Blue Job Mountain. The group was found and escorted back to the parking lot a little after midnight this morning, Friday, February 24.

2/23/12
Teen Attacked by Coyote in Hopkinton, N.H.
Fish and Game Department personnel are alerting residents of Hopkinton, N.H., to the likely presence of a rabid coyote, following an attack on a local teenager yesterday (February 22, 2012).

2/23/12
2011 N.H. Trophy Fish Winners Announced
The winners of New Hampshire's 2011 Trophy Fish Program have been announced by Don Miller, Fisheries Biologist and Trophy Fish Program Coordinator for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. The program gives fishing enthusiasts of all ages an opportunity to receive recognition, while providing biologists with important information on the state's fisheries over time. The Trophy Fish Program was created in the 1970s, although the state's record fish information dates back to 1911. "Over the years, through the Trophy Fish Program, we have received valuable data on fish populations not normally reported to us," Don Miller noted. "And almost every year, a new state record is reported, which says a lot about New Hampshire's fisheries."

2/21/12
Man's Body Recovered in Monadnock State Park
The body of a 21-year-old Alexandria, N.H., man was recovered today, Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at Monadnock State Park after a coordinated search during which the park was closed because evidence suggested that the missing man may have been armed and despondent. A preliminary investigation indicates the hiker appeared to have taken his own life with a firearm. The deceased man was found on the White Cross Trail near the summit and was carried out by N.H. Fish and Game Conservation Officers and Jaffrey Police, assisted by N.H. State Park staff.

2/18/12
Sunapee Man Killed In An Early Morning Snowmobile Accident In Stewartstown
New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers are currently investigating a single-vehicle snowmobile accident that claimed the life of Jason Montambeault, age 36, of Sunapee, New Hampshire.

2/17/12
Icy Conditions Lead to Hiker Rescue in Bear Brook State Park
Two young Manchester women were rescued this afternoon (Friday, February 17, 2012) after icy trail conditions caused them to become stranded in a ravine near Catamount Brook in Bear Brook State Park in Allenstown, N.H.

2/15/12
Northern Shrimp Fishery to Close February 17, 2012
At a meeting today, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section took action to close the 2012 northern shrimp season.  In response to the Section's decision to close the fishery, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Executive Director Glenn Normandeau announced that the northern shrimp season in New Hampshire waters will be closed as of Friday, February 17, 2012, at 11:59 p.m., in accordance with Fis 607.01.

2/13/12
Conference Call to Discuss Closure Date for Northern Shrimp: February 15, 2012
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's (ASMFC) Northern Shrimp Section will meet via conference call on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm., to discuss potential closure dates for the Northern Shrimp Fishery.

2/9/12
Use of the “Alabama Rig” Illegal in New Hampshire’s Fresh Waters
Anglers should be aware that the "Alabama rig," a lure gaining popularity in the bass fishing world, is illegal to use in New Hampshire's fresh waters, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials said today.

2/9/12
Free Ice Fishing Clinic in Northwood - February 25, 2012
Looking for an outdoor activity that the whole family can enjoy this winter and won't break the bank?  Join the fun as the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program presents on-the-ice fishing instruction on Saturday, February 25, 2012, on Northwood Lake at the boat landing from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

2/9/12
Massachusetts Man Dies in Snowmobile Crash in Northern New Hampshire
A Massachusetts man died in a snowmobile crash in Milan, N.H., at approximately 10:00 p.m. last night (Wednesday, February 8, 2012).  The crash occurred on trail 109 in Milan near Hagar Road.

2/9/12
Midnight Search for Missing Franklin Hiker Ends; Man Safe at Mom's House
A midnight search for missing Franklin, N.H., resident Mike Ward, age 43, ended hours later when rescuers learned that Ward had arrived safely at his mother's home in downtown Franklin about 3:30 a.m. this morning (Thursday, February 9, 2012).

2/8/12
Ice Conditions Unsafe on Parts of Lake Winnipesaukee and other Large Lakes
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials warn that this winter's above-normal temperatures and high winds have affected ice formation, particularly on the large lakes. People are being strongly urged to use caution before venturing onto the ice, especially with the start of the Meredith Rotary Ice Fishing Derby (February 11-12, 2012) just days away.

2/8/12
Glenn Normandeau Confirmed for Second Term as Fish and Game Executive Director
The New Hampshire Executive Council has confirmed Governor John H. Lynch's nomination of Glenn Normandeau of Portsmouth, N.H., to serve a second four-year term as Executive Director of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

2/2/12
Landowner Liability & Recreational Uses Talk
New Hampshire Fish and Game Executive Director Glenn Normandeau will be among the panelists in an upcoming workshop on "Landowner Liability & Recreational Uses," part of the Timber Talks series sponsored by the N.H. Timberland Owners Association and other groups.

2/2/12
Educators: Schedule a Free Spring 2012 Classroom Wildlife Program
Teachers who want to introduce their students in grades 3-6 to New Hampshire’s wildlife resources -- or reinforce wildlife-related lessons they have learned -- have until February 29, 2012, to request spring 2012 Wonders of Wildlife (WOW) presentations by trained New Hampshire Fish and Game Department volunteer docents.

2/1/12
Public Hearing on Two Proposed Great Bay Shellfish Operations: March 9 in Durham, NH
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing regarding two proposed marine aquaculture applications for licensing on Friday, March 9, 2012, starting at 9:00 a.m.  The hearing will be held at Fish and Game’s Region 3 Office, 225 Main Street, Durham, N.H. 03824.  The public is welcome to attend the hearing and comment on the proposed aquaculture plans.

1/31/12
Make Your Own Fly Reel Workshop in Concord February 11, 2012
An opportunity to make your own fly reel and help New Hampshire's Trout in the Classroom program is returning Saturday, February 11, 2012, at the Shaker Road School in Concord. The second annual Reelsmithing Workshop, led by Michael Hackney of the Eclectic Angler, is being hosted by the Basil Woods Jr. Chapter and the New Hampshire Trout Unlimited Council. The workshop starts at 9:00 a.m. and runs to early afternoon.

1/31/12
Enjoy Monarchs Hockey March 25 to Benefit Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH
Calling all hockey fans: come enjoy the Manchester Monarchs game on Sunday, March 25, 2012, and you'll also benefit the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire. Purchase of tickets for that day's event will help support the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's wildlife conservation and education programs, land conservation efforts, hunter and angler education, and special programs like Canine Search and Rescue and the Karner Blue Butterfly Program.

1/30/12
Bobhouse Break-ins!
After several incidents in which bobhouses were forcibly entered and gear stolen last week, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials are advising ice anglers to be aware that this activity is going on, to not leave items of value in their bobhouses, and to report suspicious activity to authorities.

1/27/12
Visit NH Fish and Game at the Farm & Forest Expo, February 3-4, 2012, in Manchester
Be sure to stop by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department booth while you're at the New Hampshire Farm & Forest Exposition, coming Friday and Saturday, February 3-4, 2012, at the Radisson Hotel/Center of New Hampshire (700 Elm Street) in Manchester, N.H. The Fish and Game booth will feature a wildlife exhibit and information on how to connect with wildlife in your own backyard.

1/27/12
Free Talk on Wild Turkeys February 2, 2012, in Nashua
Dewlap? Caruncles? Snood? We’re talking turkey!  Learn about the natural history, habits and habitats of the eastern wild turkey on Thursday, February 2, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Nashua Public Library.

1/27/12
Single Vehicle Accident Leaves  Snowmobiler with a Leg Injury
On the afternoon of January 26, 2012, Roger Roy, 50, of Litchfield, NH, sustained a leg injury after his snowmobile tipped over on him. Roy described to NH Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers how he had hit a small bump in the trail, which caused his snowmobile to roll on its side, trapping his leg between the machine and the ground. The accident occurred on a trail just west of the Seven Islands Bridge, which is located next to Route 16 in the town of Errol.  At the time of the accident, Roy was riding in a group with eight other friends.  A member of the riding group was able to go to the Seven Islands Bridge, where he made a cell phone call to 911.

1/27/12
ASMFC Northern Shrimp Section Revises 2012 TAC and Sets Next Meeting for Feb. 2, 2012
To help address northern shrimp harvester and processor concerns about their ability to maintain markets that have been established over the past few seasons, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Northern Shrimp Section has revised the total allowable catch (TAC) for the 2012 northern shrimp fishery to 2,211 metric tons, an increase of 211 metric tons from the original 2012 TAC.

1/26/12
Still Time to Get in on Free Indoor Archery League in Holderness
Archers and bowhunters, there's still room for you in the N.H. Fish and Game Department's free indoor archery league starting soon at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness. If you're looking to keeping your archery skills tuned up over the winter, sign up today!

1/23/12
Laconia Man Killed in Belmont Snowmobile Crash
A 25-year-old Laconia man, Robert Horn, died when his snowmobile crashed in Belmont around 5 p.m. on Sunday, January 22, 2012. Horn had been riding the snow machine at a friend's house, testing it out after making some repairs, when he suddenly angled across a field and a road and crashed into some trees. Witnesses said it looked to them like the machine's throttle may have become stuck. Horn was not wearing a helmet and appeared to have been killed instantly.

1/20/12
2012 Winter Programs at the Great Bay Discovery Center
This winter, the Great Bay Discovery Center in Greenland is hosting programs for both kids and adults.

1/20/12
2012 N.H. Moose Hunt Lottery Opens!
It's time to try your luck on the adventure of a lifetime -- hunting moose in New Hampshire.  The state's 2012 moose hunt lottery is now open.  Entering costs $15 for New Hampshire residents and $25 for nonresidents. 

1/20/12
Free Youth Ice Fishing Class Offered in Lancaster, NH, February 4, 2012
What are those folks doing out there on the ice?  Visit just about any frozen waterbody lately and you’ll see anglers enjoying some “hard water” fishing.  Youth age 8 and older are invited to attend a free beginner ice fishing course on Saturday, February 4, 2012, in Lancaster, N.H.  This educational workshop is sponsored by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and UNH Cooperative Extension 4-H.  Participants should be accompanied by an adult, and should bring warm clothing and a bag lunch. We will spend a few hours in the classroom learning about fish biology, ice fishing equipment and safety, then travel to a top-secret ice fishing spot to try to outwit some fish!

1/19/12
Snowshoe Hare Hunting Workshop: March 3, 2012, in Holderness, N.H.
Learn about the exciting sport of snowshoe hare hunting at a free workshop being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H., on Saturday, March 3, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Space is limited and pre-registration is required.  To register, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at 603-536-3954.

1/13/12
Reminder -- Junior Duck Stamp Contest Deadline Is March 15
Hey kids!  Here's a chance to express your creativity, learn about wildlife and win cash prizes. Create your own original artwork of a North American duck or goose and enter it in the 2012 New Hampshire Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest. Entries must be postmarked by March 15, 2012. The contest is open to New Hampshire youth from kindergarten through grade 12. Entries are judged on artistic merit and scientific accuracy in portraying the waterfowl. The competition is open to public, private and home-schooled New Hampshire students.

1/13/12
Three-state Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend January 27-29, 2012
Snowmobile enthusiasts will have a chance to explore some new territory the weekend of January 27-29, 2012 (Friday through Sunday), during the first-ever annual New Hampshire-Vermont-Maine reciprocal snowmobile weekend.

1/13/12
Enjoy the Winter Outdoors, but “hikeSafe”
With snow and ice finally arriving in New Hampshire and a holiday weekend ahead, outdoor authorities are advising the Granite State’s backcountry visitors to “hikeSafe.”

1/12/12
Need a Wildlife Talk?
Call on the Fish and Wildlife Stewards!
Does your organization or community group need a speaker on a wildlife topic?  Thanks to the support of a federal grant, volunteer Fish and Wildlife Stewards are now available to present free wildlife-related programs to adult groups statewide. These wildlife enthusiasts have been trained by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department to present public programs to clubs, libraries, conservation groups or any interested organization.

1/11/12
Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Set for Saturday, April 21, 2012
Mark your spring calendars for Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, coming this year on Saturday, April 21. This family-friendly Earth Day event takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department at 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H. Admission is free.

1/10/12
Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Milford
Come one, come all, grab your hats and mittens, pull on your winter boots and meet us in Milford to learn about a fun winter activity – ice fishing. Instructors from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program will present a free three-week Saturday ice-fishing program in Milford on January 28 and February 4, 2012, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and February 11, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participants are expected to attend all three sessions.

1/9/12
Fishing Quest, Trout in the Classroom, and Exceptional Ecosystems
Get on board for an hilarious ride as two fishing-obsessed Granite Staters embark on a quest to "Catch 'Em All." New Hampshire Wildlife Journal joins the piscatorial pair as they head out onto the ice at the start of a year-long journey in which they aim to catch and eat every legal fish species in New Hampshire – and learn a few of life's lessons along the way

1/9/12
Register Now for Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Winter Workshop, Feb. 18 in Holderness
Registration is now open for the 2012 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Winter Workshop, a one-day program where women can learn outdoor skills to enjoy during the winter months. The workshop will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2012 (snow date Sunday, February 19), at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  The workshop costs $55, which includes lunch and most equipment.  Participants must be at least 18 years old.  New Hampshire BOW programs are co-sponsored by N.H. Fish and Game and the New Hampshire Wildlife Federation.

1/6/12
Summit Tackles Topic of Climate Change in Coastal New Hampshire
Coastal New Hampshire is better prepared to deal with the impacts of climate change after a first-ever Coastal NH Summit held the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Hugh Gregg Coastal Conservation Center in Greenland, N.H., in December.

1/6/12
Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Greenland, N.H.
Experience a time-honored New Hampshire tradition by joining the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the Greenland Recreation Department on an ice fishing adventure!  A free ice fishing class will be held Sunday, January 22, 2012, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Greenland Central School, 70 Post Road.

1/3/12
January 19, 2012, Meeting to Assess Northern Shrimp Fishery
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing and meeting to review shrimp landings and consider the use of in-season management options in conjunction with a meeting of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Northern Shrimp Section and Advisory Panel on January 19, 2012, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Portland Marriott at Sable Oak, 200 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland, Maine.