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7/30/10

Public Meeting August 4, 2010, on Atlantic Herring "Days Out"

A public meeting to discuss adjustments to the allowable "days out" measures for the remainder of the 2010 fishing season for commercial herring harvesters from New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts will be held by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, at 4:00 p.m. at the Crown Plaza Old Town Hotel (901 North Fairfax Street) in Alexandria, Va. Members of the Atlantic Herring Section from New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts will be present.  Members of the public who cannot attend the meeting may still hear the discussion and comment by calling 877-793-4359 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              877-793-4359      end_of_the_skype_highlighting and entering 023861 when prompted for a passcode.
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7/29/10

Waterfowl Season Meeting Set for August 18, 2010

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public meeting on proposed season dates and bag limits for the 2010 waterfowl hunting season on Wednesday, August 18, 2010, at 6:30 p.m., at the N.H. Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Comments at the meeting will be considered in finalizing New Hampshire’s 2010 waterfowl season dates.
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7/27/10

Early Migratory Game Bird Seasons Set

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has finalized the 2010 hunting season dates and bag limits for early season migratory game birds, with no significant changes from last year.
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7/27/10

Hikers Rescued on Mt. Monadnock and Mt. Chocorua

Hikers in two separate rescue efforts in New Hampshire's mountains on Monday, July 26, 2010, were successfully brought to safety.
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7/23/10

$2,500 Reward Offered in Piping Plover Case

Just as the breeding season for the state endangered and federally threatened piping plover shorebirds got underway earlier this spring, so did a federal investigation into who stole a full clutch of protected plover eggs from Hampton Beach State Park during the first week of May.
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7/22/10

Public Hearing August 10, 2010, on Proposed Fish and Game Rule Changes for Licenses

Proposed Fish and Game rule changes will be discussed at a public hearing being held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 10, 2010, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H. Various rule changes to specify the information on Fish and Game Licenses and Permits are under consideration, and to clarify the exception to allow the use of more than one guide for permittees taking moose in the Hunt of a Lifetime program.
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7/21/10

Women's Outdoor Weekend Workshop:  Learn to Fish from a Kayak

Women interested in learning to fish from a kayak can sign up now for a "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (BOW) weekend workshop that will be held September 24-26, 2010, at Purity Spring Resort in Madison, N.H. Participants will learn how to rig their kayak for fishing; kayak fishing techniques, including casting, lures, bait and trolling; even what to do when you catch a fish! Participants supply their own spin-casting rod and kayak
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7/19/10

Fatal Fall for N.J. Hiker in Tuckerman’s Ravine on Mt. Washington

On Saturday, July 17, 2010, at approximately 5:00 p.m., Christopher Baillie, age 24, of Forked River, New Jersey, fell to his death while hiking Mt. Washington.  Baillie and four friends were hiking on the Tuckerman’s Ravine Trail when Baillie went off the trail to the top of a waterfall.  Baillie slipped on the rocks and was washed over the headwall, falling approximately 100 to 200 feet to his death.
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7/16/10

Lobsters, Clams and River Restoration – New Issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal Celebrates the Seacoast

It's a lobster's life on the seacoast this time of year, and you're sure to learn something new about New Hampshire's most popular crustacean in the July-August 2010 coastal-themed issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal magazine. Also in this issue, whether you like your clams fried, steamed or in chowder, get some tips on digging your dinner on New Hampshire's clam flats. Plus, discover how removing coastal dams is helping migrating fish and the water quality of Great Bay.
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7/12/10

National Hunting & Fishing Day Events in Concord and Holderness – September 25, 2010

Mark your calendars for this fall's big hunting and fishing event in the Granite State -- National Hunting and Fishing Day -- on September 25, 2010. It's a statewide celebration hosted by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, with presenting sponsor the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire, featuring a Sporting Expo in Concord, shooting and other hands-on activities and demos at Fish and Game's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center, and other special events around the state.
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7/9/10

N.H. Spring Gobbler Season Results

New Hampshire hunters had a good spring turkey season in 2010, according to N.H. Fish and Game Department Turkey Project Biologist Ted Walski. The final 2010 spring gobbler season harvest for the state was 3,667 turkeys.  The breakdown was 2,739 adult toms, 909 jakes and 19 bearded hens.  This year’s take was in line with the 2009 spring harvest total of 4,063 turkeys.  New Hampshire's spring gobbler season runs from May 3-31.
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6/24/10

Spiny Dogfish Season and Trip Limits Set; Season Begins July 1

Commercial landing restrictions for spiny dogfish harvested in New Hampshire waters were announced today by the N.H. Fish and Game Department’s Marine Fisheries Division.  Spiny dogfish may be harvested in state waters from July 1, 2010 through April 30, 2011, or until the northern region quota has been taken; there is a 3,000-pound trip limit for spiny dogfish.  The restrictions are in accordance with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Spiny Dogfish Fishery Management Plan, one of the provisions of which addresses the need to control harvest in the fishery via regional quotas and daily trip limits.
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6/23/10

Register Online for Hunter and Bowhunter Education Certification Before It’s Too Late!

Time is running out! If you need certification in Hunter or Bowhunter Education to hunt this fall, then RUN, don’t walk, to the nearest computer and register for your certification course before these classes fill up! Simply go to www.huntnh.com, click Hunting, and then Hunter Education. You will see links to traditional hunter and bowhunter education courses, as well as to the online hunter education course (you must complete the online course AND a Field Day in order to achieve certification).
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6/22/10

Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Needs Donations to Receive $50,000 Matching Grant

New Hampshire Fish and Game’s Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program has until June 30, 2010 to raise $50,000 in private donations. If they succeed, the Nongame Program will qualify to receive an additional $50,000 in matching funds through a grant offered by the State of New Hampshire. “Every dollar donated is matched 100 percent by the state grant, up to $50,000,” said John Kanter, Coordinator for the Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program. Donations also count toward the required state share of a Federal matching grant, making each dollar donated go further in helping to protect and restore endangered species and their habitats in the Granite state.
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6/18/10

Winnipesaukee River Boat Access Facility in Northfield, N.H., to be Closed for Repairs June 18 – July 9, 2010

The NH Fish and Game Department’s Winnipesaukee River boat access area in Northfield (Route 140 at Shaker Road) will be closed beginning June 18, for approximately three weeks of repairs and construction. Work will include removal of existing deteriorating asphalt, followed by the installation of a concrete ramp. The anticipated date for the site to reopen is July 9, 2010.
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6/18/10

Lucky Day for 2010 Moose Hunt Permit Winners

The adventure of a lifetime is in store for 395 people who have been offered permits to hunt moose in New Hampshire this October. They are the lucky winners in the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s annual moose permit lottery drawing, held today.
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6/14/10

Moose Lottery Drawing Takes Place Friday, June 18, 2010

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 18, 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 395 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.
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6/9/10

Take Dad Fishing for Father’s Day!

Give your dad some outdoor adventure this Father’s Day -- June 20, 2010 -- take him fishing! It's a great way to spend time together, enjoy New Hampshire's scenic natural beauty and match wits with trout or bass.
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6/9/10

Owl Brook Programs for Youth Age 13-15: Bowhunting/Archery Skills for Girls; Intro to Hunting for Boys and Girls

Girls age 13-15 have a chance to learn about shooting sports at a free summer outdoor skills day program being offered in July at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  Please spread the word if you know any girls who may be interested in participating.
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6/9/10

Kayak Tours of Great Bay Offered at Great Bay Discovery Center

Looking for a summer kayak adventure?  Join staff of the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve for kayak tours in the Great Bay Estuary, where you can watch osprey diving for fish, herons gracefully glide overhead and learn what makes the Great Bay Estuary one of the most amazing and diverse places on earth. Many new offerings!
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6/8/10

Three Fish and Game Conservation Officers Honored for Exceptional Service

Three N.H. Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers were recently honored for outstanding performance – Adam Cheney of Colebrook; Michael J. Matson of Northwood; and Christopher McKee of Deering, N.H.
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6/7/10

Help Plan the Future of Environmental Education in NH – Attend a NH Environmental Literacy Forum

Teachers, parents and anyone interested in the future of environmental education for New Hampshire’s youth should attend one of several upcoming NH Environmental Literacy Community Forums. Your input is needed to help craft an environmental literacy plan for New Hampshire students.
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6/7/10

Registration Open for Fall N.H. “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” Workshop

Women who want to learn outdoor skills can sign up now for New Hampshire’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) fall weekend workshop, which takes place on September 10-12, 2010, at Rockywold/Deephaven Camps on Squam Lake in Holderness, N.H.  Participants select four sessions from an offering of more than 30 outdoor skills courses, including archery, fishing and fly-fishing, hunting, bowhunting, field dressing big and small game, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, muzzleloader, rifle, shotgun, nature photography, outdoor survival, campfire cooking, mountain biking, navigation with map and compass, and more.
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6/6/10

Search for Missing Person in Haverhill, N.H.; Information Sought

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, the Haverhill Police Department, the N.H. State Police and the Grafton County Sheriffs Office are investigating the disappearance of 40-year-old Christopher Flynn of Westminster, Massachusetts, who may be in the New Hampshire or Vermont area.
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6/4/10

Teen Missing in Londonderry Safely Located

The search for a Londonderry teenager, missing since Tuesday, successfully concluded at about 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 3.
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5/28/10

June 5, 2010, Is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire

Don't forget - Saturday, June 5, 2010, is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire.  State residents and nonresidents can fish any inland water in New Hampshire that day without a fishing license, so make plans to get out and cast a line on New Hampshire’s ponds, streams, rivers and lakes.  If you're a veteran angler, take a friend along.  Keep in mind that season dates, bag limits and all other fishing regulations must be followed on Free Fishing Day. One exception: Anglers fishing for brood stock Atlantic salmon in the Merrimack and lower Pemigewasset rivers must have a fishing license and a special permit.
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5/28/10

New England Saltwater Recreational Fishermen: Bait, Tackle, Register!

According to a new Federal law that went into effect on January 1, most New England saltwater recreational fishermen will need to register with the National Saltwater Angler Registry before they drop their line in the water this year.
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5/26/10

Safety Concerns Call for Breaching of Boundary Pond (Mountain Lake) Dam in Pittsburg, N.H.; East Inlet Road Closed at Mile Marker 3; Anglers and Paddlers Should Seek Alternative Waters

The Boundary Pond (Mountain Lake) Dam in Pittsburg, N.H., will be breached as soon as possible for reasons of public safety, according to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the N.H. Department of Environmental Services Dam Bureau (DES).  East Inlet Road at Mile Marker 3 will remain closed until the danger to public safety has passed.  Anglers and paddlers should seek alternative waters.
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5/24/10

Endangered Piping Plovers Present on N.H. Beaches this Memorial Day Weekend

The breeding season for the state endangered and federally threatened piping plover shorebirds is underway on the New Hampshire seacoast. Beach-goers are asked to be aware that plovers are present this upcoming Memorial Day weekend and take caution to protect them on New Hampshire beaches now and throughout the summer months.
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5/21/10

Last Chance to Enter the 2010 Moose Hunt Lottery – Deadline Is May 28, 2010

Want a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall?  Then you better get moving!  The deadline for entering the 2010 New Hampshire Moose Hunt Lottery is Friday, May 28, 2010.  You may be one of 395 lucky hunters who will be drawn for New Hampshire moose hunting permits – a chance for the adventure of a lifetime.
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5/20/10

Teachers -- Summer Learning Opportunities Target Watersheds, Wildlife and Ecosystems

Two summer institutes for teachers offer a chance for educators to get in-depth training about watersheds, wildlife and ecosystems.
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5/20/10

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 2010 Management Area 1A Atlantic Herring fishery.  During this period (June 1-July 11, 2010), Atlantic herring (sea herring) may be landed ONLY on June 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 and July 5.  All other days are designated as ‘days out’ of the fishery.
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5/19/10

Volunteers Needed for Dragonfly Survey; Training Offered in May/June; Statewide Project Entering Fourth Year

Spring came early to New Hampshire in 2010, and on April 14 a NH Audubon volunteer drove the point home by finding several emerging dragonflies called Hudsonian whitefaces at a wetland in Brentwood – a full two weeks earlier than any dragonfly had been recorded in the state in the past. By May 7, more than 20 dragonfly species had been found, including documentation of the state-endangered ringed boghaunter at two new sites.
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5/17/10

Public Hearing on 2011 Fishing Rule Proposals on June 16, 2010

Freshwater anglers can learn more about and comment on 2011 N.H. fishing rule proposals at a public hearing on Wednesday, June 16, 2010, at 6:30 p.m., at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.
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5/17/10

Public Hearing on Field Trial Rule Proposal on June 2, 2010

A New Hampshire Fish and Game Department rule proposal establishing a new set of regulations for the conduct of field trials will be discussed at a public hearing on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at 6:30 p.m., at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.
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5/17/10

Public "Open House" Meeting May 24, 2010, on Marlborough, N.H., Public Boat Access Project

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is seeking public comment on a proposed public boat access project on Meetinghouse Pond in Marlborough, N.H., at an "Open House" on Monday, May 24, 2010, from 2:00-4:30 p.m. and again from 6:00-8:00 p.m., at the Marlborough Town Hall.  Fish and Game is proposing a boat access project that would improve the existing State-owned boat access facility on this pond through installation of a small boat access ramp and erosion prevention measures.
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5/13/10

Deadline Extended for Teens to Apply for N.H. "Natural Leaders" Summer Program: Postmark by June 1, 2010

The deadline is fast approaching to sign up for a 10-day summer camp for teens ages 14-17 who are interested in the environment. Called the N.H. Natural Leaders Program, this experience starts with a two-week overnight summer session that combines the fun of hiking, camping and canoeing with an unusual chance to work with natural resource professionals in natural settings ranging from the summit of Mt. Washington to the rocky Atlantic shore.  Apply right away -- space is limited to 10 participants.  As part of the program, the teens will come up with an environmental project that they will work on in their local communitythrough the coming year.
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5/12/10

Triumph of the Turkey; Through the Seasons with a Red Fox Family; Turtles of N.H. – All in the Latest Issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal

New Hampshire's wild turkeys, once completely gone from the state, are strutting proud to the tune of 40,000 birds today; can that restoration success be sustained?  Read more about it – including how you can help create turkey habitat – in the May-June 2010 issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal magazine, which features a magnificent gobbler on its cover.
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5/11/10

Moose Lottery Deadline Is May 28, 2010 – Don't Miss Your Chance!

Want a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall?  Then get your application in for the 2010 New Hampshire Moose Hunt Lottery by Friday, May 28, 2010!  That's the deadline to enter to win one of 395 New Hampshire moose hunting permits.
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5/11/10

North Country Fly-Fishing Workshop Offered – Sign up by May 28, 2010

Want to learn how to fly fish and get in a visit to beautiful northern New Hampshire?  Sign up for “The North Country Experience,” a beginning fly-fishing weekend offered June 5 and 6, 2010, at Coleman State Park in Stewartstown, N.H.  This free course, co-sponsored by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation, is a great chance to learn about the traditional and timeless sport of fly fishing.
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5/10/10

"Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Deep Sea Fishing Adventure

Women – registration is now open for an exciting day of deep sea fishing off New Hampshire's coast with the N.H. "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" program on Sunday, June 13, 2010.  The cost of the event is $70, which includes instruction, bait and rod rental.  Bring your own lunch.  To sign up, use the print-and-mail registration form available at www.nhbow.com. You must be age 18 or older to participate.  Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
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5/7/10

Deadline for Teens to Apply for N.H. "Natural Leaders" Summer Program: May 15, 2010

The deadline is fast approaching to sign up for a 10-day summer camp for teens ages 14-17 who are interested in the environment. Called the N.H. Natural Leaders Program, this experience starts with a two-week overnight summer session that combines the fun of hiking, camping and canoeing with an unusual chance to work with natural resource professionals in natural settings ranging from the summit of Mt. Washington to the rocky Atlantic shore.  Apply right away -- space is limited to 10 participants.  As part of the program, the teens will come up with an environmental project that they will work on in their local communitythrough the coming year.
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5/3/10

Discover Dover's Migrating Fish at Free Family Event May 15, 2010

Children are invited to get a fascinating, up-close look at migratory fish at a free event exploring the fish ladder on the Cochecho River in downtown Dover, sponsored by the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday May 15, 2010. Interested families are asked to gather in front of the Children’s Museum at 6 Washington Street in Dover, N.H., between 10:45 a.m. – 11 a.m.
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5/3/10

Claremont, N.H., Man Injured in Hunting-related Shooting

A Claremont man hunting on the opening day of turkey season was injured in a hunting-related shooting incident in Hanover, N.H., this morning (Monday, May 3, 2010).  Todd Murray, age 44, of Claremont was hunting with three companions when he was struck by shot from one of the other members of his hunting party; the men were hunting in close proximity to one another.  Murray is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H.  Fish and Game Conservation Officers are investigating the incident.
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4/30/10

Closure Date Set for Northern Shrimp Fishery

At a meeting today, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section took emergency action to approve an early closure for the 2009/2010 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 Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at 11:59 p.m., in accordance with RSA 211:62 V.
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4/30/10

June 5, 2010, Is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire

N.H. Free Fishing Day will be here on Saturday, June 5, 2010, so make plans to get out and cast a line with family and friends on New Hampshire’s ponds, streams, rivers and lakes.  Both state residents and nonresidents can fish any inland water in New Hampshire that day without a fishing license. Note that season dates, bag limits and all other fishing regulations must be followed on Free Fishing Day. Anglers fishing for brood stock Atlantic salmon in the Merrimack and lower Pemigewasset rivers must have a fishing license and a special permit.
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4/27/10

Missing Hiker in Franconia Safely Located

The search for a lost hiker around Mt. Lafayette successfully concluded shortly before 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 27.
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4/27/10

Search Underway for Missing Hiker in Franconia, N.H.

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has a search underway for a missing man presumed to be hiking in the Mt. Lafayette area of Franconia, and seeks information from anyone who may have seen the hiker.
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4/27/10

Saltwater Anglers:  You Must Sign Up for the National Angler Registry

As saltwater angling starts to heat up on the seacoast, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department reminds anglers to heed a new federal law that requires most New Hampshire saltwater recreational anglers and spearfishers to register before they fish for or catch anadromous species such as striped bass, herring or smelt in tidal waters, or for any fish in federal waters more than three miles from the ocean shore.
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4/23/10

Broodstock Salmon Anglers – Ready, Set, Fish!

Fish and Game plans to begin stocking big broodstock Atlantic salmon into the Merrimack and Pemigewasset rivers around the first weekend in May, according to Matt Carpenter, the Anandromous Fish Restoration Coordinator for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.  The fish will be spread between stocking sites in Bristol, Franklin, Concord and Bow, N.H.  More than 400 broodstock salmon will be released this spring.  Fish and Game stocks brood stock Atlantic salmon each spring and fall, giving New Hampshire the only managed Atlantic salmon river fishery in New England.
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4/23/10

Work Underway on New Purity Lake Cartop Boat Access Facility in Eaton, N.H.;
Area Closed to Public Use during Construction

Anglers, canoeists and kayakers will have a new cartop boat access site to enjoy on Purity Lake in Eaton, N.H., this summer, once work is completed on a new cartop boat access site being built there by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.  The public is advised that the site is closed to public use until construction is completed.  The anticipated date for the site to be open is June 30, 2010.  The new site will include a parking area and a terraced path to a cartop boat launching area on the water's edge.
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4/21/10

Leave Young Animals Alone -- Keep Wildlife Wild

With the early spring weather, people are getting outside more and and some are observing young animals. If you encounter 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, say officials from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.
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4/19/10

Lost Hikers Rescued on Mt. Monadnock

A pair of hikers from Rindge, N.H. -- Frank Strasser, age 29, and his sister Sharon Strasser, age 27 -- were rescued late last night (Sunday, April 18, 2010) after becoming lost on Mt. Mondanock. They had been hiking the White Dot Trail in Jaffrey. On their descent from the summit, they lost the trail and were overcome by darkness.
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4/16/10

New Hampshire Announces 2010 Moose Permit Auction

The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire officially opens its second annual Moose Permit Auction today. As the official non-profit partner of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, the Foundation is authorized to auction up to five permits to the five highest bidders.  Proceeds from the auction help support critical fish and wildlife conservation and education programs and facilities of the N.H. Fish and Game Department.
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4/16/10

2010 Spring Gobbler Season Looks Good for N.H. Turkey Hunters

New Hampshire’s turkey hunters can expect a productive spring gobbler season, according to New Hampshire Fish and Game Department turkey biologist Ted Walski.  The spring season opens Monday, May 3, and runs through May 31 statewide.  New Hampshire's Youth Turkey Hunt Weekend immediately precedes the season, taking place on May 1-2 (Saturday and Sunday).
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4/12/10

Bring the Family to Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, April 17, 2010

Celebrate Earth Day by bringing the family to Discover WILD New Hampshire Day -- Saturday, April 17, 2010, 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.  This outdoor festival is fun for all ages – kids can try archery, cast with the “Let’s Go Fishing” program, and create wildlife arts and crafts. Sample a fish fillet or build a bird house.  See retriever dogs in action, live animals, big trout, trained falcons and the "Battling Bull Moose of Fowlertown" life-sized exhibit.  Check out gas-saving hybrid vehicles and other ideas for conserving energy and protecting our environment.  Exhibits, presentations and demonstrations throughout the day. For more information, visit http://www.WildNH.com. The event is held rain or shine. 
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4/12/10

Winter Surveys Show White Nose Syndrome Significantly Affecting N.H. Bats

Winter surveys by biologists show that the deadly bat disease called White Nose Syndrome (WNS) is having a dramatic impact on New Hampshire's bat populations.  Currently, five of the eight species of New Hampshire bats are affected by WNS, including the common little brown bat.  One species, the northern long-eared bat, has now disappeared from hibernacula (bat wintering places) all over the Northeast.
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4/9/10

New Hampshire’s Youth Turkey Weekend – May 1-2, 2010

New Hampshire’s 2010 youth turkey hunt will take place Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, 2010, the weekend before spring gobbler season gets underway on May 3.  This year marks the sixth annual youth turkey hunt weekend in New Hampshire.  During the 2009 youth weekend, young hunters took an impressive 570 gobblers, or 14.1% of the total spring turkey harvest in the state (very similar to the previous year).
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4/9/10

Reimbursement Request Will Not Be Pursued for 2009 Rescue of Hiker Scott Mason

The New Hampshire Office of the Attorney General and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department have decided not to pursue reimbursement of costs for the extensive search and rescue operation on Mount Washington in April 2009 for then-17-year-old hiker Scott Mason of Halifax, Mass.
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4/2/10

Hikers, Be Smart:  It's Still Winter in the Mountains

With the arrival of April, many outdoor enthusiasts are thinking that winter is over, and surely spring is finally here in earnest. While that may be the case in some places, hikers, climbers, and skiers out to enjoy spring activities in New Hampshire's woods and mountains should be aware that winter conditions can linger well into May in the White Mountains. With challenging backcountry conditions in mind, outdoors authorities are advising the Granite State’s springtime visitors to “Hike Safe.”
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4/2/10

2009 N.H. Wildlife Harvest Summary Available

Wildlife biologists from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department have finished tabulating the final numbers for the 2009 hunting seasons, and results are now available in the 2009 New Hampshire Wildlife Harvest Summary, available at www.huntnh.com/Hunting/hunting.htm.
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4/2/10

Don't Miss Your Chance To Hunt Moose in N.H.!

If you want to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, 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 http://www.huntnh.com or from any Fish and Game license agent.  The deadline for entering the 2010 lottery is May 28, 2010.  New Hampshire’s moose hunt runs from October 16 – 24, 2010.
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4/1/10

Volunteers Needed to Help Stock Atlantic Salmon Fry

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is looking for volunteers to help stock millions of inch-long salmon fry (young salmon) into the Merrimack River basin, several rivers and streams in the Upper Connecticut River watershed in northern New Hampshire, and the Monadnock region of southwestern New Hampshire’s Connecticut River watershed.
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4/1/10

Outdoor Summer Youth Programs Offered at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center

Youth ages 10-15 will have a chance to learn about the shooting sports, bowhunting and other outdoor skills at summer youth programs being offered in July and August at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  Programs are open to all children ages 10-15 interested in learning new skills and knowledge related to shooting sports, hunting and outdoor skills.
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4/1/10

Safety Officials Warn of Spring Water Hazards

The N.H. Marine Patrol and Fish and Game Department urge New Hampshire residents and visitors to use extreme caution and use appropriate safety equipment when boating on the state’s waterways during the early spring weather.
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3/30/10

Milk Snakes and Blanding's Turtles Top RAARP Reporting for 2009

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has released new data on reptile observations made in the state during 2009 through the Reptile and Amphibian Reporting Program (RAARP).  Last year, 259 people submitted 607 reports to the RAARP program of reptiles and amphibians they found throughout the state. Among the most common reported species were: Blanding’s turtles (73 sightings) milk snakes (55 sightings) wood frogs (35 sightings) spotted salamanders and Eastern newts, which tied with 28 reported sightings each.
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3/29/10

Calling New Hampshire Teens for N.H. "Natural Leaders" Program – Summer Experience, Year-round Involvement for Youth Interested in the Environment

New Hampshire teens ages 14-17: Are you interested in a career in natural resources?  Want to make a difference in your local environment?  Can you picture yourself hiking, camping, canoeing and getting a chance to try other outdoor activities?  If that sounds like you, consider applying for the N.H. Natural Leaders Program -- a high school leadership development program designed to inspire emerging environmental and community leaders through active engagement in outdoor recreational and educational experiences
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3/29/10

Hiker Rescued after Surviving 1,500 Foot Fall in White Mountains

A White Mountain hiker was rescued Sunday evening, March 28, 2010, after surviving a perilous fall down the slope of King Ravine.  On Sunday afternoon, hikers Douglas Soholt, age 25, of Colorado, and Nathaniel Blauss, age 28, of Hanson, Mass., were hiking the trails on the north side of Mt. Adams.  At about 1:30 PM, after having successfully reached the summit of Mt. Adams, they were beginning their descent on the Gulfside Trail located to the north of the Mt. Adams summit.  Soholt lost his footing, falling on the icy alpine slab that is prevalent above treeline at this time of year, and began to slide downward into King Ravine. Because of the steep terrain, Soholt was not able to stop his fall and was last seen by his companion sliding in the direction of the headwall of King Ravine.  Soholt had slid approximately 100 yards and was still descending at a rapid rate when he disappeared from view.
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3/26/10

Search Effort Continues for Connecticut River Kayaker

Rescue teams continued the search today for Alan J. Benjamin, age 65, of Rochester, Vt., whose kayak was found overturned in the Connecticut River yesterday, March 25, 2010.
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3/26/10

Free Seminar: "Inside Turkey Hunting" March 31 and April 7 in Concord

Get ready for a great spring gobbler season by coming to a free Wednesday evening talk on turkey hunting at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  You have two opportunities to hear the talk, as it will be offered on March 31 and repeated on April 7.  The talk begins at 7:00 p.m. on both nights. There is no charge, but pre-registration is required. Reserve your space by calling 603-271-6355. Attendees will not receive confirmation unless the program is at capacity. 
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3/26/10

Opening Day for Landlocked Salmon/Lake Trout Fishing April 1

Enthusiastic anglers will be out in force on April 1 for the start of the open-water fishing season on landlocked salmon/lake trout-managed lakes -- the true start of spring for many New Hampshire anglers.
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3/26/10

Registration Opens for BOW "Navigating in the Outdoors" Workshop – a "Beyond Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" CLASS – May 1, 2010, in Holderness

Learn how to find your way in the wilderness at a one-day "Beyond BOW" Navigating in the Outdoors Workshop on Saturday, May 1, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness.  Participants will learn how to use a compass, read a topographical map and use them together to find their way in the woods. The workshop will also provide an introduction to a simple hand-held GPS unit.  The session will be led by Lorri and Al Menard and Randy Curtis, who are Hunter Education and BOW Map & Compass instructors. 
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3/25/10

Marine Patrol Urges Caution Due to Cold Water Temperatures

The New Hampshire Marine Patrol is urging all citizens, visitors and patrons of the Granite State to use caution when on or near the water in the coming weeks.  New Hampshire has experienced warmer weather than usual this year accelerating ice melt on area waterways and increasing run off.  As many are aware, the state has not been immune to regional flooding causing roads and culverts to washout and rivers to spill their banks into residential areas.
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3/25/10

Marine Updates: Change in Federal Recreational Cod Fishing Season; New Winter Flounder Closure for N.H. Recreational Anglers

New Hampshire saltwater recreational anglers should take note of two changes affecting fishing seasons this spring:
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3/24/10

Beginning Fly-Fishing Class Offered in Hancock, N.H., May 15-16, 2010

Learn how to fly fish this spring!  Join the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the Harris Center for Conservation Education for a free workshop offering you the chance to learn about the exciting sport of fly-fishing.  “Fly-Fishing A-Z” will be held on Saturday, May 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 16, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Harris Center in Hancock, N.H.
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3/22/10

NH Wildlife Action Plan Maps: New Maps and GIS Data for 2010

The N.H. Wildlife Action Plan maps, which depict the location of habitat types and ecological condition of habitats for the state, have been revised, and new maps and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data are now available for the towns, groups and individuals that use them for research and planning.
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3/19/10

Chronic Wasting Disease Not Detected in New Hampshire's Deer

New Hampshire’s white-tailed deer population once again showed no evidence of chronic wasting disease (CWD), based on monitoring data gathered during the 2009 hunting season.  New Hampshire Fish and Game Deer Biologist Kent Gustafson recently received results from a federally certified veterinary diagnostic laboratory that indicate that all the deer tissue samples taken during last fall’s hunting season tested negative for CWD. A total of 439 tissue samples were tested.
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3/19/10

Registration Opens for Overnight Backpacking Adventure for Women:
A New "Beyond Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Weekend -- May 8-9, 2010

Registration forms are now available for the new spring "Beyond BOW" Backpacking Adventure. You can find a brochure and registration form at www.nhbow.com. Participation is first-come, first-served, so sign up right away if you're interested. We will begin accepting applications on Monday, March 22, 2010.
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3/17/10

Sign-up by March 24, 2010!
New BOW Turkey Hunting Workshop for Women: April 23-25, 2010, in Rindge, N.H.

Are you a woman interested in learning how to hunt wild turkeys?  Get set for the spring gobbler season by signing up for a new "Beyond Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (Beyond BOW) Turkey Hunting Workshop on April 23 – 25, 2010, (Friday-Sunday) at the Woodbound Inn in Rindge, N.H.
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2/26/10

Bobhouse Owners: Use Extreme Caution on Ice

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is warning people to be cautious as they are trying to remove their bobhouses from the lakes. Following recent storms, there is more open water on many lakes and ponds, making ice conditions dangerous in some areas.  People should not risk their safety to move a bobhouse in deteriorating conditions.
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2/24/10

New Spring "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Programs:
Turkey Hunting, Map & Compass, Backpacking

New Hampshire’s Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Program is offering three exciting new "Beyond BOW" workshops this spring, giving women a chance to explore turkey hunting; overnight backpacking; and map and compass skills.
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2/24/10

2009 N.H. Trophy Fish Winners Announced

Winners of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s 2009 New Hampshire Trophy Fish Program have been announced, with trophy certificates in 19 categories going to winning anglers for the year, and two standing state records tied or broken.  For a full list of winning anglers and their catches, visit www.fishnh.com/Fishing/trophy_fish_2009.html.
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2/23/10

Location Change: March 17, 2010, Fish and Game Commission Meeting to be Held in Greenland, N.H.

A location change has been announced for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission’s monthly meeting on March 17, 2010.  The Commission will meet at 1:00 p.m. at Fish and Game’s Hugh Gregg Coastal Conservation Center in Greenland, N.H.  For directions, visit www.greatbay.org.  The Great Bay Discovery Center is also located at this site.
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2/21/10

Derry Man Killed after ATV Goes through Ice on Beaver Lake

On Saturday, February 20, 2010, at approximately 11:08 PM, Edward Jackson, age 53, of Derry died in an OHRV accident on Beaver Lake. Jackson was operating a four wheeled all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on the ice when he broke through near the open channel at the inlet. Witnesses called 911 and used a canoe and ladder to reach Jackson who was unconscious upon their arrival. 
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2/19/10

Educators – Schedule a Classroom Wildlife Program

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 March 1 to request spring 2010 Wonders of Wildlife (WOW) presentations by New Hampshire Fish and Game Department volunteer docents.
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2/19/10

Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Peterborough March 6, 2010

Are you looking for one final hurrah for winter?  Join the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the Peterborough Recreation Department for a fun-filled day of ice fishing, a recreational activity that everyone in the family can enjoy.
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2/17/10

Introduction to Fly Fishing Classes Offered – Manchester/Nashua Area

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. Classes are free unless otherwise noted. Classes are open to anyone, however those 16 and under are encouraged to be accompanied by an adult.  Be sure to register early to reserve your space; class size is limited.  Each course includes one of the following indoor sessions, as well as a combined field day in Manchester.
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2/12/10

Time to Sign Up for Hunter and Bowhunter Education

Don’t miss opening day of your favorite hunting season because you didn’t get the Hunter Education certification class you needed.  Now is the time to register online for Hunter and Bowhunter Education classes so you can get your license and head for the woods!
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2/11/10

New Hampshire Celebrates 30th Annual Mid-winter Bald Eagle Count

Wildlife watchers participating in the New Hampshire portion of the 2010 National Mid-winter Bald Eagle Survey located a record-high total of 75 bald eagles during a two-week count period in January.  The statewide effort was coordinated by New Hampshire Audubon in collaboration with the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program.
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2/5/10

NH Fish and Game Department Seeks Hunter Education Instructors

Are you an avid outdoorsman or woman?  Are you comfortable working in a team environment, helping young and old learn new knowledge and skills?  If the answer is yes and you’re willing to invest 10 – 20 hours of your time each year to bring the love of the outdoors to a new generation, why not think about becoming a volunteer Hunter Education instructor!  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is looking for energetic people to join the 500+ volunteer instructors who have been helping teach Hunter Education in New Hampshire since 1948.
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2/5/10

East Hampstead Man Seriously Injured in Snowmobile Accident

On Thursday, February 4, 2010, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Bernard Czeremin, age 52, of East Hampstead, N.H., suffered life-threatening injuries from a snowmobile accident on Big Island Pond in Hampstead.  Czeremin was operating his snowmachine on a drawn-down section of the lake with exposed logs and lake bottom.  He struck a dirt mound, went airborne and was thrown from the snowmobile, sustaining serious injuries.  He was not wearing a helmet.  Czeremin was transported by DHART helicopter to Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. 
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2/3/10

Public Hearing February 17, 2010, on Lobster Helper Rules

A public hearing to discuss proposed rules that would affect who a person licensed to take lobsters may use as helpers on a lobster vessel, will be held on Wednesday, February 17, 2010, at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road in Portsmouth, N.H.
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1/27/10

Learn to Ice Fish at Winter "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Workshop

The New Hampshire Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) winter program, scheduled for Saturday, February 20, 2010 (snow date February 21), still has space available in the women’s “Ice Fishing Fun” class.  Ice fishing is one of the most popular winter activities in New Hampshire – a great way to beat the winter blues by getting out into the fresh air and sunshine.  In this class, you’ll spend the day getting hands-on experience drilling holes and dropping lines with a fun group of women, learning everything you need to know to get out and enjoy ice fishing on your own.  You’ll also get to sample a fish fry, hot chocolate and other gourmet goodies from a portable kitchen on the ice.  No fishing license is needed to participate in the workshop.  Register soon – space in this class won’t last long!
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1/26/10

Try Your Luck in the 2010 N.H. Moose Lottery

Lottery applications are now available for the adventure of a lifetime - hunting moose in New Hampshire.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's 2010 moose hunt lottery is open!  The nonrefundable application fee is $15 for New Hampshire residents and $25 for nonresidents.  New Hampshire's moose hunt is nine days long, starting the third Saturday in October.  This year's hunt runs from October 16-24, 2010.  The overall odds of being selected in last year's lottery were 1 in 22 for New Hampshire residents and 1 in 63 for nonresidents, some of the best odds in the nation for moose hunting.
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1/23/10

Londonderry Man Killed in Late-night Snowmobile Crash in Stoddard, N.H.

Aime J. Huard of Londonderry, N.H. (age 52) was killed on Friday night (January 22, 2010) when he lost control of the snowmobile was operating, causing it to roll and crash while crossing Highland Lake in the Town of Stoddard, N.H
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1/22/10

Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Milford Starting January 30

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 30 and February 6 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday, February 13, 2010 (time to be determined).  
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1/19/10

Calling Young Wildlife Artists:  Enter the 2010 Junior Duck Stamp Contest

Young New Hampshire artists kindergarten through grade 12 are invited to submit original artwork depicting North American waterfowl to the New Hampshire Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department runs the statewide competition, which is part of the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Contest of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.  The contest serves a dual purpose, giving students a chance to use their artistic talents at the same time they learn about wildlife and conservation.  The art competition is open to public, private and home-schooled New Hampshire students.
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1/19/10

Free Ice Fishing Class Offered in Greenland January 24, 2010

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 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Greenland Central School, 70 Post Road, in Greenland, N.H.
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1/19/10

N.H. Candidates Sought for New England Fishery Management Council
February 8, 2010, Interview Night

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.
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1/17/10

Weekend Snowmobile Fatality in Charlestown

On Sunday, January 17, 2010, shortly after 8:00 PM, Charlestown Emergency Services and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department were called to a snowmobile accident in the vicinity of North Hemlock Road and Old Claremont Road. 43-year-old Leland Judd Jr. of Claremont had been riding alone in a field when his snowmobile collided with the embankment of a drainage ditch where a brook crosses under the North Hemlock Road. Judd was taken by ambulance to the Springfield (VT) Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
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1/16/10

Maine Hiker Spends Unexpected Night on Mt. Moosilauke

Richard Barrie (64 years old) of Kittery Point, Maine spent Friday night (January 15, 2010) stuck out on Mt. Moosilauke in Benton, NH, in frigid temperatures and high winds.  Barrie had planned a day hike to the exposed summit of Mt. Moosilauke and, when he failed to make it safely home at night, friends notified NH Fish and Game.  Barrie had gotten caught in whiteout conditions with increasing winds early in the afternoon while trying to descend from the summit.  After hours of being unable to find his way down a trail off of the summit, he sought shelter by erecting a snow cave and getting himself into his additional gear to wait out the weather. 
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1/15/10

Use Extreme Caution on the Ice

Winter recreational activities are in full swing, but anglers, skiers and snowmobilers are being urged to use extreme caution when going out onto ice-covered waterbodies, New Hampshire Fish and Game officials warned today.  Windy conditions at the outset of the season’s cold weather, and uneven temperatures since, may have affected ice formation and has left open water in some areas typically frozen over by this point in the winter. 
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1/15/10

Free Ice Fishing Class Offered at Lebanon Recreation Department Starts January 19, 2010

Are you a lover of cold weather?  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, N.H., on Tuesdays, January 19 and 26, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, January 30 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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1/15/10

Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Set for Saturday, April 17, 2010

Bring the family to Discover WILD New Hampshire Day on Saturday, April 17, 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.  See live animals, big fish, retriever dogs, trained falcons, and “The Battling Bull Moose of Fowlertown.”  Exhibits by dozens of environmental, conservation and outdoor organizations from around New Hampshire.  Hands-on activities for all ages, from wildlife crafts to archery and casting.  Get a close-up look at hybrid vehicles and discover other energy-saving, environmentally friendly ideas.  Co-sponsored by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, with support from the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire.  Visit www.WildNH.com.
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1/14/10

Register Now for Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Winter Workshop - February 20, 2010

Registration is now open for the 2010 Winter Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (B.O.W.) workshop, a one-day program for women to learn outdoor skills for winter activities.  The 2010 Winter B.O.W. workshop will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2010 (snow date Sunday, February 21), at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  The workshop costs $55, which includes a box lunch.  Participants must be at least 18 years old.  B.O.W. is co-sponsored by N.H. Fish and Game and the New Hampshire Wildlife Federation.
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1/14/10

Massachusetts Man Injured in Bartlett, N.H., Snowmobile Crash

Prakash Ligal, age 29, of Somerville, Mass., sustained a serious injury to his hand in a snowmobile crash that occurred about 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, in Bartlett, N.H.
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1/11/10

Location Change for Free Ice Fishing Seminar with Dave Genz on January 19, 2010

Due to the high number of interested participants, the January 19, 2010, ice fishing seminar with Dave Genz will be held at a new location.  The seminar will take place in the auditorium of the Police Standards and Training facility at 17 Institute Drive on the campus of the New Hampshire Technical Institute (NHTI) in Concord, N.H. (off Exit 1 from Route 393 in Concord).   The date and time remain the same: Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at 7:00 p.m.  There is no charge for the seminar.  No pre-registration is required. 
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1/11/10

Bobcat Researchers Seek Public Help In Cheshire County

If you observe the persistent presence of a bobcat on your property in Cheshire County, New Hampshire Fish and Game would like to hear from you.  Fish and Game is working in partnership with researchers from the University of New Hampshire to assess bobcat distribution, abundance and behavior in Cheshire County and bordering towns.
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1/11/10

Northern New Hampshire: Weekend Snowmobile Incidents; Missing Skier Located

 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers responded to multiple incidents in the North Country over the weekend:
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1/7/10

Snowshoe Hare Hunting Workshop – January 23 in Holderness

Learn about the excitement 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 23, 2010.  Space is limited and pre-registration is required.  To register, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at (603) 536-3954.
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1/7/10

Wildlife Control Operator Class Offered January 21, 2010

The New Hampshire Wildlife Control Operators (WCO) training class, offered once a year, will take place on Thursday, January 21, 2010, at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H., from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
There is no charge for the one-day class. Pre-registration is required.
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1/7/10

Missing 70-year-old Cross Country Skier Rescued in Waterville Valley

A cross country skier who had become lost was located by rescue personnel around 9:00 p.m. last night (Wednesday, January 6, 2010) in Waterville Valley, N.H.  New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials said that 70-year-old Jean Fauteux of Manchester had been skiing the Livermore Trail system off Tripoli Road when he attempted to find a shortcut to the groomed cross country trail; in the process he became lost and was overcome by darkness.
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1/6/10

“Citizen Biologists” Asked to Report Wild Turkey Flock Sightings

If you see a flock of wild turkeys in New Hampshire this winter, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department would like to hear about it.  For the second consecutive year, citizens are being asked to report sightings of turkey flocks seen from now through March 31, 2010, by filling out a simple electronic survey form posted on the Fish and Game website at www.wildnh.com/turkeysurvey.  You can also reach the survey by going to www.wildnh.com and clicking on “2010 Winter Flock Survey.”  Please do not report multiple sightings of the same flock.
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1/5/10

Free ice fishing seminar on January 19, 2010: The Modern Ice Fishing System with Dave Genz

Meet the “Father of Modern Ice Fishing” Dave Genz, at a free ice fishing seminar on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.  Seating is limited and pre-registration is required. To reserve your space, call Mark Beauchesne at 603-271-6355.
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1/5/10

Massachusetts Man Killed in Pittsburg, NH Snowmobile Crash

Wayne W. Armstrong, 60, of Tyngsborough, Mass., was killed last night (January 4, 2010) when the snowmobile he was operating crashed into several trees off Indian Stream Road in the town of Pittsburg, N.H.
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1/5/10

Missing Hiker Rescued on Mount Moosilauke

Missing hiker Patricia Dewey, age 50, of Thetford, Vermont, was rescued Monday night (January 4, 2010) by New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers on Mount Moosilauke in Benton, N.H.
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12/30/09

Public Hearing January 11 to Readopt Boat Access Rules

A public hearing to readopt existing rules relative to boat access facilities will be held on Monday, January 11, 2010, at 3:00 p.m., at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.
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12/23/09

NEW LAW IN 2010:  National Saltwater Angler Registry

Starting January 1, most New Hampshire saltwater recreational anglers and spearfishers will need to be registered to fish for anadromous species in tidal waters or for any fish in Federal waters.
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12/23/09

2009 New Hampshire Deer and Bear Hunting Season Results

Based on preliminary deer registration tallies, N.H. hunters harvested 10,390 deer during the 2009 season. This preliminary statewide total kill was down about 5% from the actual 2008 deer kill of 10,916, but is comparable to season results prior to 2006.
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12/21/09

Winter 2010 Ice Fishing Classes Offered

New Hampshire already has snow, temperatures are dropping, and lakes and ponds are beginning to freeze over -- tell-tale signs that Old Man Winter is 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?
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12/20/09

Winter Hiker Brought Out to Safety

Search Teams worked throughout Saturday night (December 19, 2009) to bring a 45 year old Nashua, NH, hiker out of the White Mountain National Forest after he became delayed and off trail during a planned day hike.
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12/18/09

Fish and Game:  N.H. Ice Conditions Not Yet Safe

Many small lakes and ponds have frozen over, but ice conditions may not be safe, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department officials warned today. 
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12/17/09

2010 N.H. Fishing and Hunting Licenses Now Available

As of today, you can buy your New Hampshire fishing and hunting licenses for 2010.  Get yours and be set for a WILD year of outdoor adventure, from ice fishing this winter to bagging your deer next fall.  Licenses are good for the calendar year, from January 1 through December 31, 2010.  Purchase online at www.WildNH.com, at Fish and Game headquarters in Concord or from more than 250 license agents statewide.
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12/16/09

New Fish and Game Podcast Highlights Ice Fishing, New Saltwater Angler Registry

Check out the newest free podcast from New Hampshire Fish and Game to get in the mood for some serious ice fishing this winter.  Fisheries biologist Ben Nugent and Sandy Falicon, Fish and Game’s Rules and Legislative Coordinator, talk about their passion for ice fishing with host Judy Stokes. Nugent shares some inside information about big trout that have been stocked recently in select waterbodies.
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12/16/09

Bald Eagle Shot in Millsfield, N.H., Released after Successful Rehab

A bald eagle injured by gunshot in Millsfield, N.H., in late October was successfully rehabilitated and released into the wild near the Androscoggin River on December 15.  The immature bird had sustained a fractured wing and other injuries.
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12/14/09

Registration Open for Women's Fly Tying Workshop

Women who love fly-fishing and want to learn a new winter hobby can now sign up for a new "Beyond BOW" offering - a fly-tying workshop 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 on Wednesday evenings, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., on January 27, February 3 and February 10, 2010, at N.H. Fish and Game Headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H. Participants must attend all three sessions.Women who love fly-fishing and want to learn a new winter hobby can now sign up for a new "Beyond BOW" offering - a fly-tying workshop 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 on Wednesday evenings, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., on January 27, February 3 and February 10, 2010, at N.H. Fish and Game Headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H. Participants must attend all three sessions.
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12/11/09

WILD Gifts for the Hunter, Angler or Wildlife Watcher

If you're looking for a gift for a hunter, angler or wildlife watcher, check out the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's new online store at www.shopwildnh.com. In its first two weeks of operation, Fish and Game's new online shopping site has created quite a buzz. The high volume is a sure sign that people love the convenience of online shopping. Hot items so far this year are 2010 N.H. Fish & Wildlife calendars, new "Wild NH" tee and sweatshirts, shirts sporting a moose antler design, and Fish and Game hats in camo and hunter orange. New products just posted at the store today include bear, moose, and turtle and snake motif shirts created by Fish and Game staff artist Victor Young just in time for last-minute holiday shoppers.
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12/10/09

Laconia Man Arrested for Illegal Operation, Stolen Snowmobile

In the midst of Wednesday’s snowstorm, John R. Williams of Laconia, age 25, was arrested for reckless conduct and disobeying a Conservation Officer, among other charges, and the snowmobile he was riding was found to be stolen property.  Williams was arraigned today (December 10, 2009) at Laconia District Court and released on $3,000 personal recognizance bail.  He faced additional charges made by the New Hampshire State Police.
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12/9/09

Hunters and Anglers:  Thank a Landowner Today

The holiday season is an important time to extend thanks to landowners who share their land with you.
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12/9/09

Last Call for Fish and Wildlife Conservation Award Nominations:
N.H. Fish and Game Commission Awards of Excellence Deadline December 31

Time is running out to nominate deserving individuals or organizations who have made a difference in conserving New Hampshire’s wildlife, fisheries, open land and wild places. Honor them and inspire others by recommending them for a New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission Award of Excellence. These awards recognize outstanding accomplishments in furthering the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s mission.
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12/3/09

2010 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendars Available

If you need a new calendar and love the outdoors, the 2010 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendar is your ticket to a wild year.  It features professional photography of New Hampshire wildlife, plus many hunting, fishing and snowmobile season dates. This beautiful wall calendar will remind you through the seasons of New Hampshire’s rich wildlife resources and exciting outdoor opportunities -- the perfect gift for every outdoor enthusiast.
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12/3/09

Lost Hunter in Chesterfield Located

A hunter lost overnight in Pisgah State Park in Chesterfield, N.H., was located by mid-day today (Thursday, December 3, 2009).  Patrick Rinfret, age 50, an experienced hunter from Vernon, Vermont, headed out hunting in the park about noon on Wednesday, December 2.  He became disoriented and got lost as heavy rain commenced in the evening.  Rescue teams were notified at 6:00 a.m. this morning and began searching the area.  Fortunately, searchers were able to get a Global Positioning System (GPS) fix on Rinfret’s location, and he was located about a mile and a half into the park and helped to safety at 11:30 a.m.  Though tired, wet and hungry, Rinfret was in good condition.
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11/24/09

Atlantic Herring Fishery to Close November 26, 2009–May 31, 2010

Commercial fishermen will be prohibited from landing Atlantic herring taken from Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) after 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2009, because herring harvesters will have reached 95% of the allowable harvest quota for the period.  The closure will remain in effect through midnight on May 31, 2010, as decided at a recent meeting of the ASMFC herring section.
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11/24/09

Climate Change Impacts to N.H.’s Coast, Wildlife, and Forest Free Talk on December 8 in Greenland, NH

Are you concerned about the impacts of climate change on New Hampshire’s special environments and the natural resources you depend on and enjoy?  From sleepless bears in winter to soon-to-be-threatened hemlock, maple and fir trees, our state is already feeling the impacts of a changing climate. Learn more at a free presentation on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., at the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve’s Hugh Gregg Coastal Conservation Center, 89 Depot Road, Greenland, NH.
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11/23/09

Fish and Game Launches New Online Store at Shopwildnh.com

Just in time for the holidays, shoppers now have a great new way to purchase logo merchandise and other outdoorsy gifts from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department through a convenient new online store at www.shopwildnh.com. 
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11/18/09

Deer Hunting Season Going Well; Bear Harvest High

New Hampshire’s regular firearms deer hunting is going well, as hunters look forward to time afield during the Thanksgiving holiday week.  Through November 15, 2009, hunters had taken an estimated 7,220 deer in New Hampshire.  That number is about 8% below last year’s take of 7,886 deer by this same point in the season, but comparable to the average harvest during the years from 2001 through 2006.
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11/18/09

Wildlife Action Grants Available

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.
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11/17/09

Northern Shrimp 2009-2010 Fishing Season Set at 180 Days

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section has approved a 180-day fishing season for the 2009-2010 northern shrimp fishery, the same length as last year’s season. The season was based on favorable stock conditions -- with the resource not overfished and not experiencing overfishing -- and a recommendation of the advisory panel.
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11/16/09

Camp Traditions, Winter Wildlife Sleepers, and Teens Take to Nature – It’s all in the Latest Issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal

Stories told at hunting and fishing camp get better with the telling.  The November-December 2009 issue of “New Hampshire Wildlife Journal” celebrates that tradition with a look at one family’s stories as deer camp transforms to snowmobile camp and then to a haven for fishing and bird hunting, all the while forging bonds between family and friends that last a lifetime and beyond. 
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11/16/09

Help the Needy and Bid for a Chance to Be on TV with Fish & Game

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is stepping up to help others by donating an opportunity to go fishing and appear on its “My Outdoors” television show on myTV.  The trip is one of many auction items featured at the annual fundraiser put on by Greg and The Morning Buzz for eleven local charities. The radio show will highlight items, events and services through its two-day radio auction, “Lend a Helping Can.”  The auction will be held November 19-20, 2009, from 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days.  You can hear The Morning Buzz radio auction live on radio stations throughout New England: Rock 101 (101.1 FM), WHEB (100.3 FM), K-ROCK (101.9 FM), and MAXX (93.9).
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11/13/09

Time Change: November 18 Fish and Game Commission Meeting to be Held at 6 p.m. in Lancaster

A time change has been announced for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission’s monthly meeting on November 18, 2009. The Commission will meet at 6:00 p.m. at Fish and Game’s Region 1 Office on Route 3 (629B Main Street) in Lancaster, N.H. It will NOT be held at the 1:00 p.m. time previously announced. After the Commission meeting, the final Fish and Game Biennial Hearing will commence at 6:30 p.m. at that location.
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11/13/09

Additional Sea Herring Landing Day Allowed

Commercial harvesters will have an additional day per week to fish for Atlantic herring (sea herring) starting Monday, November 16, 2009. After a recent review of catch rates, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Atlantic Herring Section has announced an increase the allowable landing days from 2 to 3 days per week. Fishermen will be allowed to harvest sea herring on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday each week until further notice.
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11/12/09

“Let’s Go Fishing” Seeks Volunteer Fishing Instructors

Are you anxiously awaiting New Hampshire’s winter season and can’t wait to get out ice fishing? Dreaming of spring and the first opportunities to wet your fly line? Avid anglers – here’s a great opportunity to give back to your community and share your love of the great sport of fishing. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is seeking volunteer ice fishing or fly fishing instructors for its “Let’s Go Fishing” program, where you’ll have a chance to teach ice or fly fishing to youth and adults.
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11/12/09

Fish and Game to Close Barry Conservation Camp for One-Year Hiatus

Activities at Barry Conservation Camp, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s popular summer camp for youth in Berlin, N.H., will be on a one-year hiatus through 2010 to address infrastructure problems. Operated in partnership with the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development Program, the summer youth camp has been offered by Fish and Game since 1984.
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11/10/09

Have a Safe and Enjoyable Hunt This Season

When you take to the woods this fall, take your hunting and your safety seriously.  No matter how you measure success, every hunter should think and act in a manner that promotes safety as their first priority.
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11/9/09

Stoneham, Mass., Woman Injured in Sunday ATV Crash in N.H.

A Massachusetts woman was injured in an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) incident in New Hampshire on Sunday, November 8, 2009.  Amy Vaughan, age 24, of Stoneham, Mass., sustained non-life threatening injuries when she was thrown from her machine after hitting a tree stump near a trail in the Hopkinton-Everett OHRV Recreation Area in Dunbarton, according to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.
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11/6/09

Bald Eagle Shot in Millsfield, N.H.
Reward offered for information about shooting

Officials are seeking information to aid an investigation into the shooting of a juvenile bald eagle off the Millsfield Loop Road in Wildlife Management Area B, in Millsfield, northern New Hampshire, on or about October 22, 2009. 
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11/6/09

Marine Rule Hearing November 10 on Lobster Landing Application Changes

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed marine rule changes on Tuesday, November 10, 2009, at 7 p.m. in the Hilton Garden Room at the Portsmouth Public Library, 175 Parrott Avenue, Portsmouth, N.H.
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11/3/09

2009 Youth Deer Hunt Weekend Results for New Hampshire

Preliminary reports show that young hunters succeeded in harvesting 346 deer during the 2009 Youth Deer Hunt Weekend in New Hampshire, which took place on October 24-25, 2009.
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11/3/09

Marine Conference Call on Sea Herring Landing Days November 12

Commercial harvesters of Atlantic herring (sea herring) should note that the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Atlantic Herring Section will hold a “days out” conference call on Thursday, November 12, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. to review catch rates and make adjustments as necessary to the current agreement of two landing days per week.  The public is invited to join the call, and public comment will be taken as time permits.  To join, call (888) 481-5653 and provide the conference code 8742.
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11/3/09

N.H. Fish and Game Department Earns Conservation Partners Award

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department was recently honored with a Conservation Partners Award from The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests.
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11/2/09

Pulpit Rock Tower Open House November 7, 2009

On Saturday, November 7, 2009, from 10 AM to 2 PM the Friends of Pulpit Rock Tower (FOPRT), Inc., together with the NH Fish and Game Department, will hold an open house at Pulpit Rock Tower in Rye, NH, in honor of Veteran's Day.  Pulpit Rock Tower was built during World War II and assisted in the military defense of the New Hampshire seacoast, particularly Portsmouth Harbor and the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
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11/2/09

Two Self-inflicted Hunting-related Shooting Incidents in N.H., One Fatal

Two hunting-related shooting incidents occurred in New Hampshire on Saturday, October 31, the opening day of the state’s muzzleloader season for deer.  One was fatal.
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10/30/09

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.  The food bank is collecting donations of whole or processed game animals for distribution to more than 350 food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters and group homes statewide. 
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10/30/09

Time to Sign Up for Snowmobile Safety Class

The seasons are changing fast, and now is the time to sign up for snowmobile education classes offered across the state.  To operate a snowmobile in New Hampshire, any person over the age of 12 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.  Additionally, all children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a licensed adult when operating a snowmobile, unless they are on property belonging to their parents, grandparents or guardians.
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10/30/09

Fish and Game Commission Seeks Nominations for Awards of Excellence

Do you know someone who has made a difference in conserving New Hampshire’s wildlife, fisheries, open land and wild places?  Honor them and inspire others by nominating them for a New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission Award of Excellence.  Each year, the Commission recognizes deserving individuals and organizations for outstanding achievements in furthering the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s mission.
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10/29/09

2009 New Hampshire Moose Hunt a Success

New Hampshire’s 2009 moose season was a success. Hunters took 341 moose.  With a total of 522 permits issued, this represents a statewide success rate of 65%.  About 60% of the harvest was males, according to Kristine Rines, Moose Project Leader for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.  The nine-day moose hunt ended on Sunday, October 25.  In 2008, hunters did about the same, taking 333 moose, for a statewide success rate of 65%. 
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10/29/09

Regular Firearms Deer Season Starts November 11

Opening day for New Hampshire’s regular firearms deer season takes place on November 11, 2009, a date anticipated with great enthusiasm by the state’s estimated 60,000 deer hunters.  The season runs through December 6 in much of the state, except in Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) A in northern New Hampshire, where it closes November 29, 2009.
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10/28/09

N.H. Fish and Game Department to Hold Biennial Public Hearings;
November 18 Fish and Game Commission Meeting to be Held in Lancaster

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold two biennial hearings in November, giving the general public an opportunity to offer input on any aspect of Department operations.
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10/28/09

See Biologists in Action at “Salmon Sunday”

Bring the kids and find out everything you wanted to know about New Hampshire’s freshwater fish and fisheries at New Hampshire Fish and Game's annual event, “Salmon Sunday,” at Pope Dam in Melvin Village on Sunday, November 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. Pope Dam is nine miles north of Wolfeboro on Route 109 in the town of Tuftonboro.  For more information on Salmon Sunday, call (603) 744-5470.
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10/27/09

Rain Dampens Bald Eagle Breeding Success in 2009

Following record breeding success in 2008, New Hampshire bald eagles experienced a far less productive breeding season in 2009.  The total number of young eagles raised in nests in the state this summer was down 33% from last year. In spite of this one-year decline, 2009 was still the third best breeding year on record for bald eagles in the state. 
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10/26/09

Sandown Woman Killed in Weekend ATV Accident

Bette Brown of Sandown, N.H., age 53, died in a tragic All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) accident in Pawtuckaway State Park about 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 25, 2009.
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10/25/09

Two hikers rescued on Sunday, October 25, after being trapped by high-water conditions

Lt. Todd Bogardus reports that the NH Fish and Game Department was advised late Saturday evening (Oct. 24, 2009) of two overdue hikers who had ventured into the Pemigewasset Wilderness in Lincoln, NH, and failed to return.  Erin Tiernan (30 years old) of Oak Bluffs, Mass., and Monica Trust (46 years old) of Pepperall, Mass., became stranded while trying to complete an 18 mile loop into Owls Head peak, one of the 4,000 footers, and return.  Trust had done this hike several times in the past and friends reported them overdue when they failed to come out during the early evening.  Both hikers were prepared with proper equipment to endure the rainy evening.
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10/23/09

Marine Meetings on Sea Herring Landing Days and Northern Shrimp Season Setting

Two upcoming meetings will affect commercial harvesters of Atlantic herring (sea herring) and northern shrimp, species that are managed by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC): 
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10/22/09

Moose Hunt Update: Half of N.H. Moose Hunters Successful So Far

As of Wednesday, October 21, a total of 265 moose had been taken in the 2009 New Hampshire moose hunt (158 bulls and 107 cows).  That means that just over half (51%) of hunters holding moose permits had succeeded by the mid-way point in the state’s moose hunt, very similar to the hunter success rate at this point in the moose season last year. The nine-day season runs through Sunday, October 25, 2009.
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10/22/09

More Piping Plover Pairs Nest on N.H. Seacoast, but Few Young Survive

The spring breeding season got off to a promising start for New Hampshire’s state and federally endangered piping plovers, but as the 2009 summer came to a close, just two chicks had fledged.
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10/20/09

Get Your 2010 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendar!

The all-new 2010 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendar has arrived, featuring twelve months of amazing wildlife photography, plus dates outdoor enthusiasts need to know, such as opening day for New Hampshire’s trout ponds, youth hunt weekends, and free fishing day.  This beautiful wall calendar will remind you through the seasons of New Hampshire’s rich wildlife resources and exciting outdoor opportunities.
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10/19/09

Moose Hunt Opening Weekend Brings 26% Success

More than a quarter of New Hampshire’s moose hunters were successful during the first two days of the season, achieving a 26% success rate on the opening weekend of the hunt.  On Saturday and Sunday (October 17 and 18), a total of 134 moose were taken by moose hunters statewide – 80 bulls and 54 cows.
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10/19/09

Terns Fare Well at the Isles of Shoals in 2009, Despite Rain, Owl Predation

A total of 2,377 pairs of state-threatened common terns, 40 pairs of state and federally endangered Roseate terns and 7 pairs of Arctic terns nested at the Isles of Shoals this year, according to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program. The 2009 tern breeding season started out well, with mild weather and plenty of fish available during May, which is when the terns initiate nesting at the Isles of Shoals.  June was mostly cloudy and wet, with nearly two inches of rain falling during a critical three-day period from June 26 through June 29 when the majority of tern chicks hatched. Despite the bad weather, the chicks seemed to do well this year.
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10/16/09

Winnicut River Dam Project Culminates in an Event and the Launch of a New Restoration Partnership

Today state and federal agencies and nonprofit conservation groups announced the near-completion of the Winnicut River restoration project and also launched the Partnership to Restore New Hampshire’s Estuaries, all on the site of the demolished Winnicut River Dam. Project partners and congressional representatives celebrated the final phase of seven years of work – the removal of the Winnicut River Dam and installation a new fish ladder – and ushered in a new age of collaboration with the Partnership.
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10/15/09

Marine Rule Hearing October 21 on Rules for Winter Flounder and Coastal Sharks

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed marine rule changes on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, at 7 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, N.H. The hearing will be of particular interest to harvesters of winter flounder and coastal sharks.
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10/14/09

Informational Meeting on Wild Goose Boat Access Site at Lake Sunapee, Oct. 20 in Concord

State Senator Martha Fuller Clark has invited the public to learn more about the status of the proposed Wild Goose Boat Access Site on Lake Sunapee at an informational meeting on October 20, 2009, at 1:30 pm in the Legislative Office Building, 33 North State Street in Concord, Room 305-307.
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10/12/09

Winnicut River Dam Removal Project Event, October 15 in Greenland, NH

On October 15, partners of the Winnicut River restoration project will gather near the site of the newly demolished Winnicut River Dam in Greenland, N.H. to celebrate the project’s recent successes and the culmination of about seven years of work. In addition, ten agencies and organizations will launch the new Partnership to Restore New Hampshire's Estuaries. The Partnership's goal is to increase the pace and scale of activities that enhance salt marshes, eelgrass meadows, fish spawning grounds, shellfish beds, and other important estuarine systems.
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10/12/09

N.H. Moose Hunt Is October 17 – 25, 2009

For nine exciting days, from October 17 to 25, 2009, lucky moose permit holders and their hunting partners will have the experience of a lifetime taking part in New Hampshire’s annual moose hunt. There were 515 permit holders drawn in this year’s lottery, randomly selected by computer from a pool of more than 14,500 applicants.
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10/9/09

Big Fish / Wrong Place! Biologists Warn of Illegal Fish Introductions

A recent catch from Lake Winnisquam has New Hampshire Fish and Game Department fisheries biologists sounding the alarm about illegal introductions of fish into the state's lakes. It was Labor Day 2009, and Barry Arseneau was trolling on Lake Winnisquam for trout and salmon when he hooked a big fish. He fought this monster for nearly 20 minutes before finally getting it to the boat. At first, seeing a fish of this size, he thought he had caught one of the huge lake trout for which Winnisquam is noted. But a quick look confirmed that it was instead a large Northern pike, lip-hooked on a DB Smelt lure fished 30+ feet down. A fish of this size caught in New Hampshire, or anywhere, is a real trophy, yet this fish had been illegally transported to the Lakes Region and illegally stocked into Winnisquam.
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10/9/09

Successful Season of Hunter Education Courses Done; Courses Resume in 2010

Hunter Education courses in New Hampshire are now complete after a successful 2009 season; courses resume in early 2010. A few courses remain underway, but there are no new Hunter or Bowhunter Education courses available.  (A Trapper Education course will be offered on Saturday, October 24, 2009, at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness; if interested, call Lisa Collins at 603-271-3214 to reserve a space.)
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10/8/09

N.H. Youth Deer Hunt Set for October 24-25, 2009

Take a kid hunting on New Hampshire's youth deer weekend, Saturday and Sunday, October 24-25, 2009.  This special weekend gives young people statewide the opportunity to go deer hunting with an adult mentor, without the pressure of competing with thousands of adult hunters. Accompanying adults must be licensed hunters and are not allowed to carry a firearm, so that they can devote all of their time and attention to coaching their young companions. Nonresident youth may participate in New Hampshire's youth deer weekend only if their state of residence allows New Hampshire youth to participate in its youth deer hunt.
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10/7/09

Grouse Hunter Shot in Foot in Self-inflicted Hunting-related Shooting

A North Country grouse hunter shot himself yesterday (Tuesday, October 6, 2009) and is being treated for a serious injury to his foot at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H.  Allen Williams, of Colebrook, age 41, was getting back to his truck after grouse hunting in Pittsburg, N.H., at about 2:30 p.m., when he stumbled and the 12-gauge shotgun he was carrying discharged and a round went into his foot.
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10/6/09

Fall Turkey Hunting In New Hampshire

New Hampshire's five-day fall shotgun turkey hunting season takes place Monday through Friday, October 12-16, 2009, in 8 select Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) in the Connecticut River Valley and southwest portions of the state (WMUs D1, D2, G, H1, H2, I1, I2 and K). The fall archery season for turkey runs September 15 - December 15 statewide (except WMU A in northern N.H.).
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10/6/09

Snowmobile Vanity Decal Registration Deadline Is October 15

New Hampshire resident snowmobile owners take note -- the deadline for submitting an application for a vanity snowmobile registration decal is October 15 for registration to be issued by December 1.
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10/6/09

CO Mark Hensel Wins Bronze Medal at 2009 World Police and Fire Games

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officer Mark Hensel, of Sanbornville, N.H., brought home honors again from the World Police and Fire Games, which were held this year in Vancouver, British Columbia, in Canada.  Hensel won a bronze medal in the Biathlon.
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10/1/09

Injured Hikers from Rhode Island School Carried off Mount Monadnock

Two girls injured while hiking Mount Monadnock in southwestern New Hampshire with a school group Wednesday (September 30, 2009) had to be carried off the mountain by rescuers.  The hikers were on a day hike with a group from the Curtis Corner Middle School in Wakefield, R.I.  The group had stayed together and included teachers and adult chaperones.  The hikers had reached the summit and were heading down the White Cross Trail in an area known as the "Half Million Dollar Staircase" (about a quarter of the way down the mountain, about a mile and a half from the trailhead) when the two girls twisted their ankles in separate incidents. A call for assistance came in through the 911 call system at about 2:30 p.m.
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10/1/09

Brood Stock Atlantic Salmon Offer Exciting Fall Fishing

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 prime months for fall Atlantic salmon fishing in New Hampshire.  Expect some great salmon fishing by the first week in October.
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10/1/09

Two State Record Tautog (Blackfish) Caught in New Hampshire this Year

The record for the biggest tautog, a saltwater species also known as blackfish, was broken twice in succession this year in New Hampshire.
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9/30/09

Pheasant Season Opens October 1

A long-standing fall tradition in New Hampshire, the hunting season for pheasant gets underway on Thursday, October 1.  Around the state, hunters will be afield in pursuit of the flashy, ring-necked upland game birds.  This year, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will release 13,500 pheasants, purchased exclusively with revenues from the sale of pheasant licenses, at 74 stocking sites in 50 towns.  
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9/30/09

Small Game, Grouse Seasons Open October 1;
Take Part in the Small Game, Ruffed Grouse Surveys; You Could Win a Gun!

Small game and grouse seasons get underway in New Hampshire October 1.  If you hunt ruffed grouse, woodcock, rabbits, hares or squirrel, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department needs your help for two surveys it is conducting this fall.  Just for taking part, you'll have a chance to win a quality firearm.
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9/30/09

“Hike Safe” this Autumn -- Be Ready for Winter-like Conditions in the Mountains

Fall foliage in New Hampshire’s mountains is approaching its peak, and with the changing season comes new challenges for White Mountain hikers. With the cooler days, shorter daylight hours, and even snow at this time of year in mind, outdoors experts are advising the Granite State’s autumn visitors to “Hike Safe.”
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9/30/09

Public Hearing on Draft Addendums to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for American Lobster, Atlantic Striped Bass, and Shad and River Herring

Atlantic coast states from Maine through North Carolina have scheduled hearings to gather public comment on proposed changes to the Interstate Fishery Management Plans for several species. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will host the public hearings addressing the proposals on Thursday, October 8, 2009, at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road in Portsmouth, N.H
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9/29/09

Manchester Man Killed in Fall from Cathedral Ledge in North Conway

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers have recovered the body of a Manchester man who fell to his death from Cathedral Ledge in North Conway in an apparent suicide. Steven J. Clark, of Manchester, N.H., age 52, was reported last seen by his wife about 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 26. She reported him missing to the Manchester Police Department on Sunday afternoon.
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9/27/09

Croyden Woman Rescued

A 52-year-old Croydon resident was located by search teams shortly after 2:00 a.m. this morning (Sunday September 27, 2009) after a nightlong search effort.
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9/23/09

Spiny Dogfish Fishery to Close Sunday, September 27, 2009

Commercial harvesters are advised that the allowable Northern Region spiny dogfish quota for the 2009/2010 fishing season (through April 30, 2010) is projected to be reached in the next few days. Therefore, the New Hampshire fishery for spiny dogfish will be closed effective at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, September 27, 2009. After that time, no person or vessel shall take, land or possess spiny dogfish in New Hampshire waters until further notice. The spiny dogfish fishery will reopen no earlier than 12:01 a.m. on May 1, 2010, when the 2010/2011 fishing season begins and the Northern Region quota for the new fishing year will become available.
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9/23/09

State's Peregrine Falcons Move Nesting Areas, but Post Record Number of Young

Peregrine falcons in New Hampshire produced 29 young this year, more than in any other breeding season during the past half-century.  Territorial peregrines in the state used 15 natural cliffs, one urban building and the area around a major hydroelectric dam as places to live and raise their young in 2009.  In Manchester, the state's best-known falcon pair surprised everyone by moving one mile down Elm Street to nest successfully across from City Hall.  In the Connecticut River valley, a cave-like nest ledge used for 22 consecutive years was passed over for a new ledge on the same cliff.  And another pair of peregrines living in the Seacoast region hopped 100 feet over the border to raise three chicks on the Maine side of the Piscataqua River bridge.
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9/23/09

Winnicut River Dam Removal Begins in Greenland, N.H.

An innovative partnership of State and Federal agencies, donations from Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and $500,000 in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, have the made the removal of the Winnicut River Dam and adjacent fish ladder possible. The dismantling of the dam and installation of a new innovative run-of-river "fish pass" under Rte. 33 is in the beginning stages and expected to be completed by the end of November. The public is invited to watch live images of the dam removal, by visiting www.earthcam.com/winnicut or www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/restoration/projects_programs/crp/winnicutdamcam.html.
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9/21/09

Reminder -- National Hunting and Fishing Day Expo & N.H. Tour Is This Saturday, September 26, 2009

Don't forget, this Saturday, September 26, 2009, brings a hunting and fishing bonanza to New Hampshire in the form of the National Hunting and Fishing Day Expo & N.H. Tour.  Admission is free.  Events take place statewide, anchored by an outdoor sporting show at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department in Concord, N.H.  In Holderness, Fish and Game's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center will open its doors open to the public, offering archery, muzzleloader and shotgun shooting.  Watch for special events at local fish and game clubs and retail specials on outdoor gear at outfitters around the state.  Check out the Expo exhibitors and the list of participating clubs and retailers at www.wildnh.com/expotour.
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9/21/09

"Get Out and Play!" Weekend October 3-4, 2009

Turn off the television and computer, gather the family and friends, dress for the weather, and head off for an outdoor adventure!  Whether you strike out on your own or connect up with an event, October 3rd and 4th is the weekend to Get Out and Play!  "The research shows that children who engage in free play in nature are healthier, happier and smarter," said Marilyn Wyzga, a wildlife educator with the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.  "Here in New Hampshire, nature is all around us, and the possibilities are vast."
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9/18/09

Possible Mountain Lion Sighting in New Hampshire

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department today reported that one of its staff members, following up on a routine report of a mountain lion sighting, saw what is believed to be a mountain lion in a rural area of Barnstead, N.H.
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9/17/09

Karner Blue Butterflies Back after Being Wiped Out Ten Years Ago

Ten years ago, New Hampshire's official State Butterfly -- the Karner blue -- had disappeared from the state. Now, thanks to dedicated conservation and restoration efforts by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and many partners, Karners are being successfully raised in captivity and surviving once again on their own in the wild. Their haunt is the Concord Pine Barrens -- a sandy, wooded area located off Loudon Road, comprised of pitch pine and scrub oak trees and native flowering plants such as New Jersey tea and wild blue lupine that provide essential habitat for Karners and other rare wildlife.
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9/16/09

Free Evening Hunting Talks Offered this Fall

Get primed for the fall hunting seasons at two free evening talks by area hunting experts and staff of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. This year's popular "Game Gab" sessions are from 7 - 8:30 p.m. and take place at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, in Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required. Come early for good seats and bring your hunting questions!
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9/15/09

Woodcock, Migrating Waterfowl and Moose Hunt Featured in Latest NH Wildlife Journal

Wondering where those honking formations of geese are headed as they wing past high in the sky this time of year?  Find out where they're going and where they nested last summer; it's all in the September-October 2009 issue of N.H. Wildlife Journal.  "On the Atlantic Flyway" looks at how New Hampshire manages geese and other migratory waterfowl, in concert with other states and countries where these birds spend parts of their year.
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9/15/09

Still Time to Sign Up for Beyond "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Intermediate Fly Fishing Weekend Sept. 25-27, 2009, in Madison, N.H.

There are still a few spaces left in the Beyond "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" (B.O.W.) Intermediate Fly Fishing Weekend being offered September 25 - 27, 2009, at Purity Spring Resort in Madison, N.H.  The registration deadline has been extended, but time is running out, so register today!  The weekend workshop costs $275, which includes meals, lodging, materials and instruction.  Participants must be at least 18 years old and should have some fly-fishing experience.  A registration form and course description can be found at the Becoming an Outdoors Woman website www.nhbow.com or call (603) 271-3212 to request an application by mail.
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9/14/09

Spawning Closure for Atlantic Herring Takes Effect September 21

Herring fishermen 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, 2009, through 12:01 a.m. on October 20, 2009 (pursuant to closure regulations Fis 603.07), according to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.  This spawning closure may be extended if results of the herring samples collected at the end of the closure indicate that 25% or more, by number, of mature female sea herring still contain spawn.
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9/14/09

Weekend Mountain Rescue:  Injured Rhode Island Hiker Carried Out

An injured hiker on the Lonesome Lake Trail in Lincoln was carried to safety on Saturday night (September 12, 2009) by New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers and other rescuers.  Michael Couturier Wakefield , R.I., age 50, had set out alone from the Lafayette campground around 10 a.m. on Saturday for a day hike.  Around 6:30 p.m., he slipped on rocks and injured his leg.  Couturier called 911 to ask for help.  He was carrying a map, but was unsure of what trail he was on.
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9/10/09

Celebrate the Outdoors at the National Hunting and Fishing Day Expo & N.H. Tour - September 26, 2009

This fall's big hunting, fishing event in the Granite State is the National Hunting and Fishing Day Expo and N.H. Tour on Saturday, September 26, 2009.  Admission is free to this statewide celebration, which includes a giant outdoor sporting show at Fish and Game Headquarters in Concord; archery, muzzleloader and shotgun shooting at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness; and events and retail specials at fish and game clubs and outfitters around the state. Check out the Expo exhibitors and events at www.wildnh.com/expotour.  Don't forget - admission is free!
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9/4/09

Additional Landing Day Allowed for Atlantic Herring Harvesters

Allowable landing days for commercial harvest of Atlantic herring in Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission Management Area 1A will be increased from 2 to 3 days per week for the month of September.
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9/4/09

Injured Hiker Rescued in Bethlehem, N.H., Overnight

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers rescued an injured hiker last night (September 3, 2009) on the Gale River Trail in Bethlehem, N.H. Elyse George, age 21, of Lebanon, N.H., a member of the Dartmouth Outing Club, was hiking with a companion when she injured her ankle.  Fish and Game received a call for assistance at about 8:30 p.m. Rescue crews responded, including Fish and Game Conservation Officers and volunteers from Pemigewasset Valley Search and Rescue. Rescuers carried the young woman off the mountain, about 2 miles, to the Gale River Trail parking lot on Route 3, concluding at 2 a.m.
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9/3/09

Five Highest Bids for the 2009 NH Moose Permit Auction Chosen to Benefit Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire

The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire today announced the results of its first annual Moose Hunting Permit auction. In all, the Foundation received 66 bids from nine states, generating a total of more than $32,000 for the non-profit organization. Several of the winning bids came from New Hampshire. Proceeds from the auction will be used in support of the conservation and education efforts of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.
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9/1/09

Atlantic Herring Section to Hold 'Days Out' Conference Call September 2, 2009, to Review Area 1A Catch Rates - Public Invited to Participate

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Atlantic Herring Section will hold a conference call on Wednesday, September 2, 2009, at 3:00 p.m., to discuss the allowable number of "days out" for commercial herring harvesters.
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8/25/09

NH Children in Nature Conference October 1: "Building Nature-Based Communities"

If you're interested in finding ways to encourage kids and families to get outside and more involved with the natural world, plan to attend the New Hampshire Children In Nature Coalition conference called "Building Nature-Based Communities" coming October 1, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Camp Yavneh in Northwood, N.H.  The session is intended to provide community leaders and organizations with the resources, tools and support to make local change to reconnect children, youth and families with nature.
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8/25/09

Two Littleton Teens Injured in Lisbon, N.H., Dirt Bike Crash

Two teens were injured in a head-on collision between two dirt bikes in an inactive gravel pit in Lisbon at about 7:00 Monday night, August 24, 2009.
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8/24/09

Leave Washed-up Lobster Gear Alone, Say Conservation Officers

The heavy storm surge from Hurricane Bill has washed up dozens of lobster traps and related fishing gear along New Hampshire's coastline. Fish and Game Conservation Officers remind the public that state law prohibits any person other than the owner to take, carry away, possess or tamper with lobster traps, buoys, lines and related gear.
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8/24/09

Media Invited to Join Executive Councilor Ray Burton for Tour of Fish and Game Facilities on August 31

News media and outdoor writers are invited to join District 1 Executive Councilor Raymond Burton and New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Executive Director Glenn Normandeau on Monday, August 31, 2009, for a tour of several Fish and Game facilities and projects in Executive Council District 1. The tour will include a variety of photo opportunities and story leads.  Members of the media are welcome to accompany the tour for all or part of the day's events.
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8/24/09

N.H. Hunting Digest: Your Guide to Hunting in the Granite State

New Hampshire's fall hunting seasons will soon be underway, and the best resource for exploring them is the 2009-2010 New Hampshire Hunting and Trapping Digest. The Digest is available online at www.HuntNH.com or when you buy your license from Fish and Game license agents across the state.
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8/24/09

Teen Dies in Late-night ATV Incident in Freedom, N.H.

Nineteen-year-old Jason Phair, originally of Gorham, Maine, has died of injuries sustained in an All Terrain Vehicle incident in the early morning hours of August 24, 2009.  Family members have been notified.
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8/21/09

Hunting and Fishing Day Expo & N.H. Tour Coming September 26, 2009

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is orchestrating a statewide celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day this year. The 2009 Hunting and Fishing Day Expo & N.H. Tour is set for Saturday, September 26, 2009. Admission is free, and it promises to be an exciting day of events across the state.
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8/21/09

2009-2010 N.H. Waterfowl Hunting Seasons Set

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has set final season dates and bag limits for the 2009-10 waterfowl hunting season.  After considering comments from sportsmen at the August 19 public meeting, the state's waterfowl hunting season remains similar to last year's, with a 60-day duck season and a six-bird daily limit.
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8/21/09

Body of Drowning Victim Recovered

Fish and Game Conservation Officers, in conjunction with N.H. Marine Patrol, were able to retrieve the body of drowning victim Dennis Bistany, age 43, of Lawrence, Mass., about 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2009. Bistany's body had been submerged in approximately 135-foot-deep water in Newfound Lake in Bristol, N.H.
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8/19/09

Visit N.H. Fish and Game at the Hopkinton State Fair

While you're at the Hopkinton State Fair this September, be sure to visit the "Discover Wild New Hampshire Building" presented by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.  See wildlife mounts and exciting exhibits, talk to Conservation Officers and wildlife biologists.  At the fair, you can buy hunting and fishing licenses, purchase the new 2010 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife Calendar and get your official Fish and Game merchandise.  The fair is a great place to learn more about hunting, fishing and wildlife watching opportunities!  Stop in and check the schedule for special wildlife features daily, including live falcons, turtles and more.  On Saturday only, meet Milo the Moose, official mascot of N.H. Motor Speedway.
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8/19/09

Name of Newfound Lake Drowning Victim Released; Recovery Effort Continues

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department today released the name of the man who is presumed drowned in a swimming incident while boating in Newfound Lake yesterday (August 18, 2009).
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8/18/09

Prescribed Burn in Concord Airport Area to Improve Wildlife Habitat

New Hampshire Fish and Game 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 City of Concord, will be conducting a “prescribed burn” in areas on and near Concord Municipal Airport grounds in late summer and early fall. The prescribed burn may occur as early as Thursday, August 20, or as late as November 1; the date will be finalized when the weather and atmospheric conditions are seen to be safe.
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8/18/09

Need a School or Club Fundraiser?  Sell N.H. Fish & Wildlife Calendars This Fall!

Now there's a great way to make money for your club or school, plus help the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department conserve wildlife and wild places -- Fish and Game is offering schools and clubs the opportunity to sell the new 2010 N.H. Fish & Wildlife calendar as a local fundraiser. Your organization makes nearly 60% profit on each calendar sold.  The all-new 2010 New Hampshire Fish & Wildlife wall calendar features twelve months of beautiful wildlife photography, plus hunting and fishing season dates and more. This year's theme is "Get outside and get active with family and friends."
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8/17/09

Introduction to Trapping Course Offered October 3, 2009, in Keene

The New Hampshire Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program and the New Hampshire Trappers Association are teaming up to present a one-day workshop called Introduction to Trapping.  The session will go over trapping basics, with information and hands-on instruction, as well as dispelling common myths about an activity that has important benefits for wildlife and society.  The course is open to women age 18 or older, and men interested in learning about trapping are welcome, too.
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8/17/09

Dirt Bike Accident Claims Life of 11-year-old Rider

A tragic weekend dirt bike accident claimed the life of 11-year-old Zachary MacDonald of Hampstead, N.H.   The boy's family was staying in a campground in Bath and riding on the rail trail between Bath and Lisbon, N.H.  Zachary was riding third in a group of nine riders when he crashed into a gate on the trail about 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 15, in Lisbon, N.H.  The trail is gated to prevent car and truck access, with openings to the side that are wide enough to accommodate All-Terrain Vehicles and dirt bikes.  Zachary died after colliding with a post at one of these openings.
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8/15/09

Hiker Rescued on Mt. Chocorua

Wayne Shirley, age 73, of Durham, N.H., became disoriented after dark on the Carter Ledge Trail on Mt. Chocorua in Albany, N.H., on Friday, August 14, 2009, after hiking alone from White Ledge Campground to the summit of Mt. Chocorua via the Middle Sister Trail.  While descending on the Carter Ledge Trail, he lost the trail for approximately 1 hour.  After regaining the trail, he was overcome by darkness.  He continued hiking to a point approximately one-quarter mile from the trailhead.  At this point, the trail became difficult for him to follow, so he stopped and prepared to wait for daylight to continue.
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8/10/09

Hunter Education Now Offered Online

There's a whole new way to take Hunter Education in New Hampshire -- with a computer!  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is now offering a basic Hunter Education course online, for those who simply prefer learning at their own pace. The course entails online study and testing (there is a $15 fee), plus a written exam and a mandatory field day.  Participants must be at least 15 years old to take the online course.
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8/10/09

Women-only Hunter Education Course Offered

Women who want to take Hunter Education and prefer learning in the company of other women can take advantage of a special Women-only Hunter Education Course offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department this fall.  The course entails self-paced online study, a written exam and a field day in Holderness, N.H.  There is a $15 fee. Participants must be 15 years of age or older.
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8/4/09

Waterfowl Season Meeting Set for August 19

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public meeting on proposed season dates and bag limits for the 2009 waterfowl hunting season on Wednesday, August 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Fish and Game headquarters on Hazen Drive in Concord.  Comments at the meeting will be considered in finalizing New Hampshire's 2009 waterfowl season dates.
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8/3/09

2009 N.H. Moose Hunt Permits Available Through New Auction

Great news for prospective moose hunters!  This August, the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire is auctioning five moose hunting permits for the 2009 moose hunt, along with licenses, as part of a new program to support the conservation of wildlife and natural places throughout the state. The permits will allow the holder to harvest one moose of either sex in a wildlife management unit of the holder's choice. All proceeds will benefit the Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire.
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7/31/09

Public Meeting August 3 on Adjustments to Commercial Herring Take Restrictions

A public meeting to discuss whether adjustments are needed to the allowable "days out" measures for commercial herring harvesters during the 2009 fishing season will be held on Monday, August 3, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Marine Fisheries Division, 225 Main Street, Durham, N.H.  Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Atlantic Herring Section Members from the states of Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts will participate. The meeting is open to the public.
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7/31/09

Searchers Locate Patient from NeuroRehab Facility

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers successfully completed a search for a patient from Lakeview NeuroRehabilitation Center in Effingham, N.H., yesterday (Thursday, July 30). George (Hank) Homer, a 36-year-old patient at Lakeview, ran away from the facility at approximately 9:50 a.m. on July 30.  New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers were called in to help find him soon afterwards.  Search teams looked for Homer through the afternoon, combing the surrounding wooded area of Green Mountain.  About 4:00 p.m., Homer was located in the woods near Route 25 in Effingham and transported to Huggins Hospital in Wolfeboro for evaluation.
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7/29/09

Early Migratory Game Bird Seasons Set; August 19 Waterfowl Hearing

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has finalized the 2009 hunting season dates and bag limits for early season migratory game birds, with no significant changes from last year.  The 2009 seasons for these game birds are as follows:
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7/29/09

Wetland Permit Approved for Wild Goose Boat Access Site on Lake Sunapee

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) Wetlands Bureau has approved the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's wetland permit application for construction of a new boat access facility at the Wild Goose site on Lake Sunapee in Newbury, N.H.  The wetlands permit is the third and final permit required for the project.  An Alteration of Terrain Permit and a Shoreland Permit were previously approved.
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7/27/09

Women's Intermediate Fly Fishing Workshop -- Sept 25-27, 2009

Women who have learned the basics of fly-fishing and are looking to build their skills have an exciting chance to learn more about this time-honored sport at a Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) intermediate fly-fishing weekend workshop on September 25-27, 2009, at Purity Spring Resort in Madison, N.H.
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7/24/09

Injured Hiker from Cambridge, Mass., Assisted to Safety on Mount Washington

An injured Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) volunteer, Edward Belove of Cambridge, Massachusetts, age 59, was carried to the top of Mount Washington, where he could be transported down the mountain and taken by ambulance to Memorial Hospital in Conway.  Belove had been hiking on the Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail.  He was alone, about 200 yards from AMC Lake in the Clouds Hut, when he slipped on a rain-slickened rock and broke his leg about 10 a.m. this morning (Friday, July 24, 2009).
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7/20/09

Wakefield Drowning Victim Recovered; Two Sunday Searches in Northern NH

The body of 47-year-old Robert Diaz of East Boston was recovered yesterday afternoon (July 19, 2009) after he presumably drowned in Pine River Pond in Wakefield.  Diaz, who had been staying at a relative's residence in the area, was floating on an inflatable swim raft; according to a friend who witnessed the incident, Diaz had fallen off of the raft about 150 yards from shore. The friend followed Diaz from shore as Diaz attempted to swim back to the raft, which was blowing away in the wind.  Unable to catch the raft, Diaz started swimming toward shore, but disappeared from view.  The friend called for help at about 3:50 p.m.
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7/16/09

Body of Lake Massabesic Drowning Victim Recovered

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department divers today recovered the body of 52-year-old Kenneth Fudge, of Derry, N.H., who drowned after overturning his kayak in Lake Massabesic at about 5:00 p.m. yesterday (July 15, 2009).  Fudge's fiancé attempted save him, but he tragically slipped from her arms and sank after she could no longer hold him up.  He did not know how to swim and was not wearing a life preserver.  Weather was not a factor in the incident.
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7/15/09

Free Clinic on Crow Hunting Offered -- August 8, 2009, in Holderness, N.H.

Just in time for the fall crow hunting season, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is offering hunters a free workshop on Crow Hunting: The Forgotten Pastime on Saturday, August 8, 2009, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.   The seminar will be led by crow hunting enthusiast and hunter education instructor Pete Lester. Pre-registration is required. To sign up, call Tom Flynn or Josh Mackay at (603) 536-3954.
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7/13/09

Stripers, Tidepools, Great Bay Adventures Featured in N.H. Wildlife Journal's Annual Seacoast Issue

If you haven't headed for New Hampshire's seacoast yet this summer, you'll be yearning for the salt air after reading the July-August 2009 issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal magazine - Fish and Game's annual look at coastal New Hampshire's wildlife and wild places.
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7/13/09

Fish and Game Seeks Conservation Officer Trainees

If you've thought about becoming a Conservation Officer, this could be your chance -- the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is building a new register of names to be used for staffing current and future Conservation Officer Trainee vacancies.  The closing date for filing an application is August 21, 2009.
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7/10/09

Body Found on Mount Washington Identified as that of Lost Canadian Hiker

A body recovered on Mount Washington on the evening of July 6, 2009, has been identified as that of Peter Shintani, age 70, of Napanee, Ontario, according to Sgt. Wayne Saunders of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.
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7/10/09

White Nose Syndrome Affects N.H. Bats this Summer; Peterborough Colony Decimated

The deadly White Nose Syndrome (WNS), a new disease affecting hibernating bats throughout the Northeast, appears to be affecting bats in New Hampshire this summer.  Hundreds of thousands of bats have died over the past three years in states from New Hampshire to Virginia.  A bat colony in Peterborough has sustained a catastrophic level of deaths, and reports have come in from several New Hampshire towns about young bats dying.
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7/9/09

American Woodcock Ecology Talk

On July 29, 2009, at 6:30 p.m., the public is invited to the Keene Public Library to meet Wildlife Biologist Mark Ellingwood of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and learn more about the American woodcock.  Ellingwood describes woodcock as being full of spirit, spunk, surprise and mystery. "These unique and diminutive birds truly do fly to the beat of a different drummer."  Ellingwood will discuss the life history of American woodcock, with a particular focus on spring breeding behavior and seasonal habitat use.  Landowners will also have the opportunity to find out how to get funding to help enhance woodcock habitat on their property.
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7/9/09

Kevin Jordan Promoted to Captain of N.H. Fish and Game Law Enforcement

On June 30, 2009, Lieutenant Kevin Jordan of Groveton, N.H., was promoted to Captain in the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Law Enforcement Division.
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7/6/09

Register Now for Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Canoe Camping Trek

The N.H. Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (B.O.W.) Program is teaming up with the Contoocook River Canoe Co., LLC, to offer a 3-day, 2-night guided canoe/camping trip on Lake Umbagog from Friday, September 18 to Sunday, September 20, 2009.  If you are a woman who enjoys paddling, exploring, camping, swimming, fishing, wildlife watching and relaxing by the campfire, this trip is for you.
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7/5/09

Hiker Rescued on Mount Cardigan

During the early morning hours of Sunday, July 5, 2009, crews searched for and located a lost hiker who had called for assistance utilizing his cellular telephone on Mt. Cardigan in Orange, NH.  Lt. Todd Bogardus of NH Fish and Game stated that shortly after midnight, Robert Holmes (25 years old) of Canaan, NH, called 911 requesting assistance because he was lost on a trail somewhere on the mountain.  Searchers from the NH Fish and Game Department, Canaan Fire/Rescue, Canaan Ambulance and the DHART helicopter searched the mountain and located Holmes on the Skyland trail approximately 1.5 miles from the trailhead. He was cold, but otherwise unharmed.
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7/1/09

NH Dam Removal Project Receives National Stimulus Funding

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has announced that the NH Coastal Program at the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services will receive $500,000 in stimulus funding for the Winnicut River Dam Removal Project in Greenland. This project was one of 50 proposals selected out of a national pool of 814 proposals to receive American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Stimulus funds. NOAA was provided $167 million for marine and coastal habitat restoration under the ARRA.
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7/1/09

Unit M Antlerless Deer Permits Now Available

Hunters who want the chance to take an additional antlerless deer in Wildlife Management Unit M in southeastern New Hampshire during the fall hunting seasons can buy a special permit from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department starting July 1.
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7/1/09

Hitting the Mountain Trails this Summer?  HikeSafe Is The Way To Go!

Summer's here, and for many New Hampshire residents and visitors, that means enjoying hiking trips in the beautiful, rugged mountains of the Granite State. Tens of thousands of hikers will visit the trails in New Hampshire over the coming months, from the popular Mondanock Region to the remote North Country. With that in mind, outdoor authorities are advising New Hampshire's summer adventurers to "Hike Safe."
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7/1/09

N.H. Hunting & Fishing Day Expo and Tour - September 26, 2009

This year, celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day in a big way at the first annual New Hampshire Hunting and Fishing Day Expo and Tour on Saturday, September 26, 2009. Events will take place statewide, anchored by an Outdoor Expo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fish and Game at 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H., with more than 50 exhibits and demonstrations by hunting and fishing product manufacturers and sporting organizations.  In addition, the same day, an open house at Fish and Game's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H., will offer shotgunning, tree stand safety lessons, archery shooting and more. Around the state, outdoor businesses and fish and game clubs will participate by hosting special events, workshops and discounts.
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