
Spike in deer numbers means more hunting possibilities in Vermont
State recommending increase in muzzleloader season antlerless deer permits to account for increase in deer population following another mild winter.

State recommending increase in muzzleloader season antlerless deer permits to account for increase in deer population following another mild winter.

I’m never going to win a turkey-calling contest, especially with a mouth call, but thanks to other options, I’m able to walk out of the woods once in while with a gobbler slung over my

The statewide wild turkey population is currently estimated at 20,000 to 25,000 birds.

License holders can now report game harvests via smartphone or other mobile device.

Agency reports that the turkey population experienced reproductive success in the summer of 2015, and combined with relatively mild winters in 2015-16 and 2016-17, it is anticipated that the spring harvest will be up from

Moose population reportedly below management goals in many areas and reduced number of moose permits is designed to allow controlled growth of moose herd, estimated at 1,750 statewide.

Supporters, opponents make push as plan nears final approval.

Vermont was the first New England state to re-establish wild turkeys when it released 31 wild birds from New York in 1969 and 1970. Today, the Green Mountain State has an estimated 45,000-60,000 turkeys.

Updates expected as New York State Department of Environmental Conservation continues to upgrade deer harvest calculation system.
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