May 2, 2011

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Secretary Robert Barham announced a special shrimp season in portions of state inside waters west of the Atchafalaya River, specifically Vermilion Bay, beginning Friday, May 6, 2011 at 6 a.m. Recent biological samples indicate that marketable size white shrimp are available for harvest in these waters. High river …

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All requirements of a stringent veterinary-health protocol have been met Jefferson City, MO – All 34 animals intended as the nucleus of an elk herd in Missouri have passed the final round of health testing and are ready to board a trailer for the trip to Peck Ranch Conservation Area. Missouri’s elk originally were scheduled

The fishing has always been good in Vermont, and the last decade has been especially good to anglers in search of state record fish. Of the 33 fish species eligible for state record consideration, 14 records have been set since 2001. That number is much higher than the number of state record fish caught in

Fish and Wildlife Department Makes Antlerless Permit Proposal Severe winter brings about reduction in muzzleloader permits from 2010 levels WATERBURY, VT – Biologists from the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department on Wednesday made initial recommendations to the state’s Fish and Wildlife Board for antlerless deer hunting opportunities during Vermont’s 2011 deer hunting seasons. The Board

Big eyes, sharp teeth and white, flakey flesh make walleye one of the most unique and best tasting fish in Utah. And the month of May might be the best time of the year to catch them. Walleye spawn in May. During the spawn, walleye typically gather near tributaries (waters that flow into or out

Exciting, Informative Events Scheduled in May at Desert NWR Activities Are Part of the Wildlife Refuge’s 75th Anniversary Celebration LAS VEGAS – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) invites the public to participate in a number of activities during the month of May at the Desert National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). The events lead up

DURHAM, N.H. – Saltwater anglers heading for the coast this spring should be aware that as of January 1, 2011, all persons age 16 and older fishing in coastal and estuarine waters of New Hampshire need to purchase a N.H. Saltwater Recreational Fishing License. This includes anglers, spearfishers and persons using other gear types to

DURHAM, N.H. — A short closed season for the taking of winter flounder by recreational anglers will be in place once again this spring. The taking of winter flounder will be prohibited in New Hampshire state waters from May 15 through May 24, 2011. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has implemented this closure