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3/9/10

In The Blood:  Movie Night for Hunters and Their Families March 19, 2010, in Concord

A movie night is coming up that may be of interest for hunters and their families.  The film "In the Blood" will be playing one night at the Red River Theatres in Concord, N.H., on Friday, March 19, 2010, at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are $9 or $7 for students. Here's how the movie is described:
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3/9/10

N.H.'s Endangered Fish; Strategies for Walleye Anglers; and Access to Public Waters – All in the Latest Issue of New Hampshire Wildlife Journal

Learn the secrets for pursuing one of North America's premiere gamefish – right here in New Hampshire!  The March-April 2010 issue of “New Hampshire Wildlife Journal” magazine explores the strategies, natural history and tackle tips to help you succeed in reeling in a walleye this year.
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3/8/10

MEDIA ADVISORY: State of the Birds Report Release, 3/11/2010

Members of the media are invited to attend an event announcing the release of the “State of New Hampshire’s Birds” report from New Hampshire Audubon and the NH Fish and Game Department.
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3/8/10

Wildlife Heritage Foundation of N.H. Welcomes Three New Board Members

The Wildlife Heritage Foundation of New Hampshire, the official non-profit partner of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, is pleased to announce the addition of three new board members who bring to the organization a wealth of background and experience in hunting, fishing and conservation.
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3/8/10

Public Hearings Set for Proposed Wildlife Rule Changes

Proposed rule changes affecting hunting and trapping seasons in New Hampshire for 2010 and 2011 will be discussed at three public hearings being held by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on the following dates and locations:
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3/6/10

Injured Cross-Country Skier Carried out of Zealand Trail

A cross-country skier injured her leg while descending on the Zealand Trail late Saturday morning (March 6, 2010) in the town of Bethlehem, N.H.  Officials say 54-year-old Jeanne Cleary of Watertown, MA, was skiing down the Zealand hiking trail after spending the night at the Zealand Hut, when she suffered a leg injury approximately one mile from the trailhead. 
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3/5/10

Registration Opens for "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Turkey Hunting Weekend

Interested in turkey hunting?  Sign up now for the new "Beyond BOW" Turkey Hunting Weekend Workshop, which will take place Friday-Sunday, April 23 – 25, 2010, at the Woodbound Inn in Rindge, N.H. Participants will learn everything they need to know to set out on a turkey hunt of their own, including calling, habitat, equipment, shotgun patterning, safety, ethics, cleaning/cooking game and participation in a mock hunt. Limited to 14 participants. Cost of $295 includes instruction, materials, use of equipment, meals and two nights lodging.  We will begin accepting applications on Monday, March 8.  The registration form is posted now at www.nhbow.com.  Participation is first-come, first-served, so sign up right away if you're interested.
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3/4/10

Ice Conditions Very Dangerous

Ice is disappearing fast on many New Hampshire waterbodies, creating dangerous conditions in places.  With warmer weather expected in the coming days, the situation is likely to become even more treacherous, according to Col. Martin Garabedian, New Hampshire Fish and Game Law Enforcement Chief. 
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3/4/10

Warm Weather Has Some Bears Out and About Already:
Take Your Birdfeeders Down -- And Save A Bear!

Early spring-like conditions across New Hampshire have caused bears to get a jump start on spring.  Recent bear activity has been mostly concentrated in the more southern part of New Hampshire, but reports from the entire state are likely in the coming weeks.  Spring marks the period when bears emerge from dens and begin foraging to replenish fat reserves depleted during the long winter denning period.  Natural foods are scarce this time of year, so it is critical for homeowners to take action now to reduce the chances of attracting bears.
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3/4/10

Landscaping for Wildlife Seminar March 20, 2010, in Concord, N.H.:
Part of N.H. Technical Institute Landscape Seminar Series

Learn how to create wildlife habitat in your yard or residential property at a seminar called "Beautiful Backyard Habitats: Landscaping for Wildlife" being offered on March 20, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the New Hampshire Technical Institute in Concord, N.H.  The seminar is being taught by Marilyn Wyzga, a New Hampshire Fish and Game Department wildlife educator and co-author of Integrated Landscaping: Following Nature's Lead.  Wyzga also coordinates the Homes for Wildlife program, which helps schools create outdoor classrooms and schoolyard habitat areas.  The fee for the class is $49.  Registration information may be found at www.nhti.edu/businesstraining/registration.html.
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3/3/10

“Let’s Go Fishing” Wants YOU to Teach Fishing!

Spring is in the air and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is looking for experienced anglers to volunteer as fishing instructors for the Let’s Go Fishing program, where you’ll have a chance to pass on the outdoor traditions by teaching basic and/or fly fishing skills to youth and adults.
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3/1/10

Body of Missing Canoeist Recovered in Raymond

On March 1, 2010, at approximately 4:00 PM, the body of Cassandra Ray, age 21, of Salem was recovered by search teams in the Exeter River approximately 80 yards downstream from where her canoe capsized on Friday, February 26, at 3:45 PM.
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3/1/10

Turkey Hunting Workshop - April 10 in Holderness

A free workshop covering the basics of hunting wild turkeys is being offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday, April 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center on Perch Pond Road in Holderness. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To sign up for the workshop, or for more information, call (603)536-3954.
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3/1/10

Big Game Processing Workshop – April 3 in Holderness

Learn how you can process your own big game animal from field to freezer at a free workshop being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H., on Saturday, April 3, 2010.   The workshop will take place from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.  To sign up, call the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center at (603) 536-3954.
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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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6/30/09

Good 2009 Spring Turkey Season in New Hampshire

New Hampshire had a good spring turkey hunt in 2009, according to New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Turkey Project Biologist Ted Walski.  The final 2009 spring gobbler season harvest for the state was 4,056 turkeys.  Of this total, the breakdown was: 2,609 adult toms, 1,435 jakes and 12 bearded hens.  This year's take was just under last year's 2008 harvest total of 4,107 turkeys.  The spring gobbler season runs from May 3-31 in New Hampshire.
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6/30/09

Sign Up for Hunter Education this Summer

The summer months are prime time for getting in a hunter education class.  "This is the busy season for Hunter Education. If you need a course, don't put it off, if you want to go hunting this fall! " said Pete Davison, Hunter Education Coordinator for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.
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6/30/09

Nominations Sought for Hunting Adventure Program for Critically Ill Youth

Hunt of a Lifetime, in conjunction with the New Hampshire Chapter of Safari Club International and the New Hampshire Guides Association, is looking for a young person to take part in the New Hampshire Hunting Adventures program.
The program, established by law in 2007, allows the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department to issue two hunting permits to New Hampshire residents 21 or under, with critical, life-threatening or terminal illnesses. The participants may hunt any game species, such as deer or bear during the regular hunting season. Hunt of a Lifetime moose permits are valid statewide from October 1 through the end of the regular moose season.
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6/26/09

Public Meeting July 9 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 Thursday, July 9, 2009, at 10 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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6/26/09

Young Women in Wildlife: Summer Day Camp for Girls at Great Bay Discovery Center

The Great Bay Discovery Center in Greenland, N.H., is offering a weeklong day camp called Young Women in Wildlife for girls, age 12 - 15, who are interested in science and want to experience some real hands-on learning.  The camp will be offered July 13 - 17, 2009.
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6/24/09

NH Natural Leaders Program - Two-week Youth Environmental Camp (July 19-August 1)
Now Just $500 for N.H. Residents!

New Hampshire teens with an interest in the environment have an unusual opportunity this summer - a chance to work with scientists, see what a career in natural resources would be like, and hike and camp in New Hampshire's great outdoors. Thanks to generous benefactors, the cost of the NH Natural Leaders Program, an environmental leadership program that includes a two-week residential camp this summer, is now just $500 (including room and board) for New Hampshire resident youth between the ages of 13-17. The summer camp, based out of Kimball Union Academy in Meriden, N.H., runs July 19 - August 1, 2009.
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6/23/09

Missing Young Man Located in Lee, N.H.

On Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at approximately 9 a.m., search crews coordinated by the N.H. Fish and Game Department began the third day of searching for Russell Call of Newton, Mass., age 19. As searchers began to enter the woods, they were notified that Call's mother had advised the police that the young man had contacted her and was currently at a residence near Route 152 in Lee, N.H.
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6/22/09

Information Sought on Young Man Missing after Police Chase

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers were called in today to assist New Hampshire State Police, who are seeking information from the public regarding a missing person.  On Sunday, June 21, 2009, at approximately 6 a.m, State Police were attempting to stop Russell Call, age 19, of Newton, Mass., for speeding. Call led police on a chase and eventually was involved in a motor vehicle collision on Route 125 in the town of Epping, N.H., near the Lee town line. When State Police arrived on the scene, the young man had disappeared.  A N.H. State Police K-9 team immediately searched the area, but only a pair of sneakers belonging to Call were located in the woods nearby.
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6/22/09

Learn to "Cook Like a Wild Woman"

Do you wish you could turn that venison, grouse, fish fillet or basket of berries into a delicious wild dinner?  You'll know just what to do with those wonderful wild foods after taking the new Becoming an Outdoors-Woman workshop called "Cook Like a Wild Woman" being offered August 22 - 23, 2009, at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Barry Conservation Camp in Berlin, N.H.
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6/22/09

Conference Committee Approves HB45 Without Lake Sunapee Access Amendment

A Legislative Conference Committee Report of June 18, 2009, recommends the filing of House Bill 45 as passed by the House (relating to the water supply land conservation program). It does not include the amendment added by the Senate that would have established a study committee to review the need and costs related to New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's proposed Wild Goose Access Site on Lake Sunapee.
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6/22/09

"Feel'n Top Notch" Outdoor Expo & Wellness Fair -- August 1 in Franconia

Bring the family for a day exploring outdoor skills and wellness in an exciting environment at the Second Annual Feel'n Top Notch Outdoor Expo and Wellness Fair on Saturday, August 1, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the Cannon Mountain Peabody Lodge at Franconia Notch State Park in Franconia, N.H.
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6/19/09

Lucky Day for 2009 Moose Hunt Permit Winners

The adventure of a lifetime is in store for 515 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 that was held today.
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6/18/09

Search for Lost Canadian Hiker to End

Unable to find any new clues after three days of searching, rescue officials will bring to a close the extensive ground and air search of the Mount Washington area of New Hampshire aimed at locating hiker Peter Shintani, age 70, of Napanee, Ontario, who has been missing for more than a week.  Yesterday, more than 50 rescuers and a N.H. Army National Guard helicopter combed the rugged mountain area.  The search continued today (June 18, 2009) with 22 rescuers deploying in the area looking for Shintani.
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6/17/09

Give Dad a Taste of Outdoor Adventure on Father's Day - Take Him Fishing!

Want to give your dad or grandfather a memorable Father's Day this year? Take him fishing!  There's nothing like an outdoor adventure together to remind you what families are all about. Most dads can use a break from the fast-paced world.  Fishing gives you that chance -- to slow down, enjoy the natural beauty around you, match wits with trout or bass, and spend time with people you care about.  Leave the work-a-day world behind and cast that line!
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6/17/09

Search Underway in White Mountains for Long Overdue Canadian Hiker

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers began searching trails near Mount Washington yesterday afternoon, and are continuing this morning (June 17, 2009), looking for any sign of overdue hiker Peter Shintani, age 70, of Napanee, Ontario, who has not been seen since 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 8 - over a week ago.  Ground searchers are being assisted by several volunteer search and rescue organizations, including Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC), Mountain Rescue Service, Androscoggin Valley Search and Rescue, Pemigewasset Valley Search and Rescue, and New England K-9 Search and Rescue, as well as the US Forest Service and a New Hampshire Army National Guard helicopter.  It is not known which trails the Canadian hiker intended to use, a factor that complicates the search effort.
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6/16/09

Last Chance to Give to the 2009 Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Annual Fund

New Hampshire's Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program has until June 30, 2009, to raise private donations for matching funds to earn a $50,000 grant from the state. Donations also count toward the required state share of a Federal matching grant, so your contributions may have a triple benefit for the program!
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6/16/09

N.H. Fish and Game Honors Conservation Officers of the Year

Two N.H. Fish and Game Conservation Officers were recently honored for outstanding performance -- Michael G. Eastman of Gilford and William J. Boudreau of Portsmouth. "It is my distinct pleasure to congratulate our officers for earning these prestigious awards in recognition of their strong work ethic and initiative during the past year," said Col. Martin Garabedian, Law Enforcement Chief for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.
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6/15/09

Moose Lottery Drawing Takes Place Friday, June 19, 2009

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 19, 2009, 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 515 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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6/15/09

Brake for Moose: It Could Save Your Life

Recent moose-car collisions in New Hampshire are a strong reminder of the importance of watching out and braking for moose when traveling New Hampshire roadways. High-risk months for encountering moose on the roads begin in May and June, when moose are moving from winter to spring habitats and starting to come out to the roads to eat salt.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is working to make people more aware of the danger of moose/vehicle collisions. Step number one is to learn what you can do to reduce the chance of being involved in an accident with a moose.
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6/13/09

Rescue Teams Carry Out Injured Hiker on Mt. Lafayette

A 15-person rescue team made up of New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers and volunteers from the Pemigewasset Valley Search and Rescue Team carried a 31-year old Maine hiker off of Mt. Lafayette in Franconia Notch State Park on Saturday evening, June 13, 2009.
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6/13/09

A Cyanobacteria Warning has been issued for the following waterbodies:

Locke Lake, Barnstead, NH
Goose Pond, Canaan, NH
Mascoma Lake, Enfield, NH
Harvey Lake, Northwood, NH
Lake Monomonac, Rindge, NH and Winchendon, MA
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6/11/09

Kids Fishing Photo Contest

Got a great photo of a kid having fun fishing? Enter it in the 2009 kids fishing photo contest sponsored jointly by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and Kidz Rule USA magazine. The contest is open to children under age 13.  With their parent's permission, children are encouraged to send in their New Hampshire fishing photos. Winning photos may be the child with the biggest smile or the family having the most fun trying to catch a fish!  All entries must be received by September 30, 2009.
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6/11/09

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 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Marine Fisheries Division.  Spiny dogfish may be harvested in state waters from July 1 through April 30 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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6/9/09

Great Bay Discovery Center Offers Kayak Tours of Great Bay

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!
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6/9/09

Registration Open for Watershed Ecology Institute: Opportunity for Teachers and Community Leaders

Science teachers, conservation commission members and Environmental Educators interested in exploring watershed ecology can sign up for a ten-day course offered this summer on July 20-24 and 27-31, 2009, at the Meredith Community Center in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.  The Watershed Ecology Institute is sponsored by an alliance of organizations including the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and UNH Cooperative Extension.  It can be taken on a noncredit basis, or for undergraduate or graduate credit.  For registration forms, course fees and other details, visit www.wildnh.com/Education/ed_watershed_programs.htm, or call Judy Tumosa at (603) 271-0456.
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6/9/09

Anglers - Look for Tagged Bass when Fishing Lake Winnipesaukee in 2009

Anglers fishing Lake Winnipesaukee are being asked to watch for largemouth and smallmouth bass tagged as part of a New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Warmwater Fisheries Management Program study. Data collected from tagged bass will allow biologists to examine bass movement after release from bass tournament weigh-ins held on Lake Winnipesaukee. This is the third year of the study.
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6/8/09

Registration Open for Fall "Becoming an Outdoors-Woman" Workshop

Here's a chance for women to learn the skills they need to enjoy outdoor recreation in the Granite State.  New Hampshire's Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (B.O.W.) program offers a fall weekend (September 11-13, 2009) that includes more than 30 outdoor skills courses from to choose from -- archery, fishing and fly-fishing, hunting, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, muzzleloader, rifle, shotgun, outdoor survival, campfire cooking, mountain biking, map and compass, and more.  Visit www.nhbow.com.
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6/5/09

Calling New Hampshire Youth to Become NH Natural Leaders
Apply for Your Scholarship Today for Summer Session July 19-August 1, 2009!

Registration is now open for a new environmental leadership program for youth between the ages of 13-17, sponsored by the NH Children and Nature Coalition and Kimball Union Academy's EE Just Environmental Leadership Institute. The program starts this summer with a two-week residential experience in which youth get to work directly with scientists, as well as canoe, camp and hike; involvement will continue through the school year. Called NH Natural Leaders, the program seeks applications from New Hampshire youth who are interested in the environment and active in their community, and who want to further their knowledge and skills through active outdoor engagement in recreational and educational pursuits.
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6/4/09

Senate Votes Narrowly to Establish Lake Sunapee Access Study Committee

On Wednesday, June 3, 2009, the full State Senate voted 13 to 11 to support the recommendation of the Senate Committee on Energy, Environment and Economic Development to amend HB 45 to establish a committee to study the need and costs related to the proposal of the fish and game department to construct a public boat ramp on the former Wild Goose property located on Lake Sunapee in Newbury.
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6/4/09

Free Summer Youth Activities at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center, Holderness

There's still room in several sessions of the free workshops where youth can learn about the shooting sports, bowhunting and other outdoor skills being offered at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H. 
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6/3/09

DES and NH Fish and Game Issue Advisory on Striped Bass and Bluefish Consumption

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, in coordination with the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and six other east coast states, has issued a fish consumption advisory for large bluefish and striped bass caught in New Hampshire coastal and estuarine waters.
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6/1/09

Leave Young Animals Alone -- Keep Wildlife Wild

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, officials from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department said today.
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6/1/09

Turtle Shells No Match for Tires  -- Give Turtles a Brake

Spring is a welcome time in New Hampshire, and one of the signs of the season is turtles migrating to nesting habitat. We can help them survive by slowing down and keeping an eye out for turtles crossing the roads in coming weeks, says New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Wildlife Biologist Mike Marchand. Turtle nesting season in New Hampshire lasts from late May into early July, reaching maximum intensity in early to mid-June.
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5/29/09

Wild Goose Update: Senate Votes June 3 on Sunapee Lake Access Study Committee

On Wednesday, June 3, 2009, the N.H. State Senate will vote on an amendment to House Bill 45, which would establish a study committee of legislators to further review the need and costs related to the proposal of the N.H. Fish and Game Department to construct a public boat ramp on the former Wild Goose property on Lake Sunapee in Newbury.
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5/29/09

Atlantic Coast and Hampton/Seabrook Harbor Shellfishing Closed Because of "Red Tide"

To protect the public from the possible consumption of contaminated shellfish, officials from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (DES) and the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department have closed New Hampshire's Atlantic coastal waters, and the waters of Hampton/Seabrook Harbor, to the taking of all species of molluscan shellfish (mussels, clams, oysters) until further notice.  This action is in response to elevated levels of Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning or PSP, commonly known as "red tide," detected in blue mussels collected from Hampton/Seabrook Harbor yesterday.
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5/29/09

Hearing on Pheasant Hunting Rules June 15, 2009

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed wildlife rules on Monday, June 15, 2009, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.  The proposal would increase the pheasant hunting license fee from $15 to $25.  It also would allow sporting clubs to apply for a sporting club youth pheasant event permit for the purpose of teaching safe hunting practices and promoting New Hampshire's hunting heritage.  The youth pheasant event permit would allow a sporting club to possess and release pheasants solely for conducting these events. The rules specify the criteria and conditions for applying for and conducting an event, as well as for participating.
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5/28/09

Atlantic Herring Landing Days Announced; Quota Now Allocated by Season

Beginning June 1, 2009, commercial fishermen will be allowed to land Atlantic herring taken from Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Management Area 1A (located in the western half of the Gulf of Maine) on Mondays and Tuesdays.  Harvesters will be prohibited from landing Atlantic herring taken from Management Area 1A from 12:01 a.m. on Wednesdays, to midnight on Sundays. The restriction will remain in effect until 95% of the Total Allowable Catch for the period June through September in Area 1A is projected to be exceeded, or until further amended by the ASMFC Atlantic Herring Section.
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5/28/09

N.H. Fish and Game Commission to Hold June Meeting in Holderness

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission will hold its June meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2009, at 1:00 p.m., at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, a New Hampshire Fish and Game Department facility.  This is a change from the Commission's usual meeting place.
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5/25/09

Four Teenagers Injured in Four-wheeler Accident in Alton

Four 15-year-old teenagers from Mansfield, Mass., were injured on Monday afternoon (May 25, 2009) when the two four-wheelers they were riding collided together on Sunset Shore Drive in Alton. 
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5/22/09

Hearing May 28, 2009, on Amendment Affecting Wild Goose Public Boating Access Project on Sunapee Lake

Persons interested in the proposed Wild Goose public boating access site at Lake Sunapee should be aware that a hearing will take place on Thursday, May 28, 2009, at 8:30 a.m., regarding a late change to House Bill 45, that could have a dramatic impact on the process for site permitting.
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5/21/09

Last Chance for 2009 Moose Hunt -- Lottery Closes May 29, 2009

If you want a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, then you better get your application in for the 2009 New Hampshire moose hunt lottery by Friday, May 29, 2009. Enter to win one of 515 New Hampshire moose hunting permits at www.huntnh.com or pick up an application from any license agent.
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5/21/09

Permitting Process Continues for Wild Goose Boat Access Facility on Lake Sunapee

The process of developing the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's new boat access facility at the Wild Goose site on Lake Sunapee continues, with the public comment period extended to June 26, 2009, regarding a wetland permit application from the N.H. Department of Environmental Services (DES) Wetlands Bureau. 
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5/20/09

Endangered Piping Plover Nesting Season Underway on N.H. Beaches

Four pairs of piping plovers have returned to the New Hampshire seacoast this spring to nest and raise their young. These state-endangered and federally threatened migratory shorebirds have been nesting each year at locations on Hampton and Seabrook beaches since 1997, when they were first discovered by a jogger running on the beach.
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5/19/09

Learn How to Fish -- Free Fishing Class in Rindge, N.H., Starts June 4

With summer right around the corner, are you looking for a fun way to get outside with family and friends?  Try fishing!  If you don't know the first thing about rigging a rod and finding a place to fish, but want to give this economical and enjoyable pastime a try, get started by taking a free class offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's "Let's Go Fishing" Program and the Rindge Recreation Department in June.  You'll get a jump on the summer season and discover a recreational activity that everyone in the family can enjoy.  All for free!
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5/18/09

Free Intro to Fishing Class Offered in Moultonborough Starting June 16

Calling all want-to-be anglers!  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's "Let's Go Fishing" Program and the Winnipesaukee Sportsmen's Club are teaming up to give you the chance to get a jump on the summer season and learn how to fish.  A two-week "Introduction to Fishing" program in Moultonborough starts June 16.  This free class will teach you everything you need to know about fishing -- a fun recreational activity that everyone in the family can enjoy!
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5/18/09

Four Massachusetts Hikers Rescued in New Hampshire's White Mountains

Four young hikers lost in darkness without map or lights on the Attitash Mountain Trail in Bartlett, N.H., were rescued late last night (Sunday, May 17, 2009) by New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers.  They are Julie Davenport, age 21, from North Brookfield, Mass.; Kyla Batchelder, age 21, of Stoughton, Mass.; Joslyn Phelps, age 21, Pittsfield, Mass.; and Tim Bergman, age 20, North Brookfield, Mass.  The rescued hikers are all in good condition.
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5/14/09

Water Drawdown at Big Brook Bog in Pittsburg

Big Brook Bog, off Route 3 in Pittsburg, N.H., will not be accessible to anglers and paddlers this season, and it will not be stocked with trout, because of a water drawdown necessitated by a seep in the embankment of the earthen Big Brook Bog Dam.
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5/13/09

Drowning Victim Recovered; Lost Maine Hikers Are Found Safe

Searchers recovered the body of 67-year-old drowning victim Richard Robinson Sr. of Stratford today (Wednesday, May 13, 2009) at about 12:50 p.m.  Robinson was found approximately 5 miles downstream from where he was last seen on the bank of the Connecticut River at about 11:00 a.m. Tuesday (May 12).  Two New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers aboard the Department's airboat found the body along the shoreline of an island in the river.  Robinson's family has been notified. 
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5/12/09

North Country Fly-Fishing Workshop June 6-7, 2009

Need an excuse to visit beautiful northern New Hampshire?  Have you been thinking about learning how to fly fish?  If so, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's "Let's Go Fishing" Program and the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation have a perfect opportunity for you.  "Fly Fishing: The North Country Experience" is a beginning fly-fishing weekend offered June 6 and 7, 2009, at Coleman State Park in Stewartstown, N.H.  This free course will give you the chance to learn about the traditional and timeless sport of fly-fishing.
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5/11/09

Distressed Hikers Assisted to Safety

Capping several incidents involving hiker rescues in New Hampshire over the weekend, rescuers helped an injured hiker to safety this morning (Monday, May 11, 2009), from a spot deep within the Pemigewasset Wilderness in Lincoln, N.H.  John Miramonti, of West Lebanon, N.H., age 49, set out with a companion on Saturday, May 9, planning on a multi-day hiking and camping trip from Zealand to Lincoln Woods on the Bondcliff Trail.  Miramonti injured his ankle during the hike on Saturday.  On Sunday, they realized that Miramonti might not be able to complete the hike, so his companion hiked on to Lincoln Woods to get help.  He reached there at midnight and notified authorities.  The hikers had a cell phone, but could not get a signal in their remote location nine miles into the Pemigewasset Wilderness.
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5/11/09

Brood Stock Atlantic Salmon - Strike While the Iron is Hot

Good news for those anglers waiting for the best time to fish for the brood stock Atlantic salmon stocked by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department into the Merrimack and Pemigewassett rivers -- the time is now!  Successful anglers are already reporting successful broodstock salmon fishing on both rivers.
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5/8/09

Support New Hampshire's Nongame and Endangered Wildlife

If you care about threatened wildlife and habitat in New Hampshire, make a difference this spring by contributing to the Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program's 2009 annual fund campaign. Donations made by June 30, 2009, will help the program qualify for a critical funding grant of $50,000 from the state, as well as helping to meet the required state share of a Federal matching grant. 
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5/7/09

Public Hearing May 13 on Wetland Permit Application for Sunapee Boat Launch

A public hearing on a wetland permit application for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's proposed Wild Goose boat access facility on Lake Sunapee in Newbury will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at 7 p.m. at the David W. Sherburne Gymnasium at 561 Route 11 in Sunapee. The hearing is before the N.H. Department of Environmental Services (DES) Wetlands Bureau and will address potential wetlands impact of the project on bank and lakebed.
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5/7/09

Marine Rule Hearing May 20, 2009, on Rules for Recreational Haddock Length Limit, Lobster Tail Processing Permit

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed marine rule changes on May 20, 2009, at 7 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, N.H. The hearing will be of particular interest to recreational harvesters of haddock and the lobster industry.
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5/7/09

Public Meeting May 21 on Adjustments to Commercial Herring Take Restrictions

A public meeting to discuss the allowable "days out" measures for commercial herring harvesters during the 2009 fishing season will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2009, at 10 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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5/7/09

Hearing on Wildlife Rules May 18, 2009

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on proposed rule changes to specify the information that a hunter or trapper must provide when having fisher or otter sealed; to clarify that all Level II wildlife control operators (WCOs) must submit an annual report to Fish and Game, and to require WCOs to indicate on the report whether they did or did not trap.  These proposals speak to the reporting needs of the department.  They do not change the existing NH Wildlife Control Operator program in any substantive way.  The hearing will be held on Monday, May 18, 2009, at 3:00 p.m. at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.
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5/5/09

Lost Fisherman Found Safe After Four Days Out

Gerard Perron of Claremont, who became lost in Franconia Notch during a fishing trip that started last Friday, is back home and in good shape.  Perron was located Tuesday afternoon, May 5, 2009, just after 5:00, by a pair of Canadian hikers who were coming down the Falling Waters Trail, some 15 minutes after a search crew had come down Little Haystack on the same trail.
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5/5/09

Search Continues for Missing Angler; Also, Injured Skier Being Carried Out

Search and Rescue crews are being kept busy this afternoon, with no leads today in the search for missing angler Gerard Perron of Claremont, and an injured backcountry skier being carried out of a remote area on the north side of Mt. Monroe.
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5/5/09

Franconia Notch: Search On for Missing Angler; Injured Hiker Rescued Monday

Two incidents in the Franconia Notch area in the past 24 hours have required response from search and rescue personnel.  An extensive search is in progress for 63-year-old Gerard Perron of Claremont, N.H., who left Claremont about 3 p.m. on Friday, May 1, to drive up to Franconia Notch to hike and fish.  Perron reportedly planned to return home on Sunday.  When he did not show up for work on Monday morning, his daughter was concerned and reported him missing. Searchers located his car at a trailhead parking lot in Franconia Notch State Park, which is now serving as the command post for the search.  Perron left only a very general itinerary, so rescue personnel are fanning out to cover all the trail systems and watershed drainages in the surrounding area.
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5/4/09

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

Josh Lazzaro, age 27, of Sullivan, was struck with bird shot this morning, Monday, May 4, 2009, in a hunting-related shooting incident, while turkey hunting in Sullivan with his brother.  Scott Lazzaro, age 29, and Josh Lazzaro were both wearing full camouflage and were reportedly both shooting at the same turkey, without realizing they were in each others' line of fire.  Josh Lazzaro was struck with several bird pellets in his upper body; his injuries are non-life-threatening.  Family members took him to Cheshire Medical Center in Keene for treatment.
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5/1/09

Get the Kids Outside in May: It's Outdoor Science Learning Month

The month of May has been proclaimed by Governor John Lynch as "Outdoor Science Learning Month."  It is a great time to get your children outside and learning, both in and out of school.  "May We Do Science" is an initiative in support of connecting children with nature and building science skills.
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4/29/09

Free "Let's Go Fishing" Intro Class Offered in Hancock

Have you always been interested in fishing, but didn't know where to begin?  Here's a free chance to learn the basics, just in time for fishing season!  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Let's Go Fishing Program will offer a basic fishing class on Saturday, May 9, at the Harris Center for Conservation Education in Hancock, N.H.
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4/29/09

Have you Entered the N.H. Moose Hunt Lottery Yet?

If you want a chance to hunt moose in New Hampshire this fall, then get your application in for the 2009 New Hampshire Moose Hunt Lottery by the Friday, May 29, 2009 deadline!  Enter to win one of 515 New Hampshire moose hunting permits at www.HuntNH.com, (you can apply online or print out a mail-in application) or pick up an application from any license agent.
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4/27/09

Search Ongoing for Massachusetts Teen Missing in White Mountains

A search in New Hampshire's White Mountains has been ongoing since Sunday for a missing 17-year-old. Scott Mason of Halifax, Mass., left the Appalachian Mountain Club's Pinkham Notch Visitor Center at approximately 8:30 on Saturday morning, intending to do a 17-mile hike. Mason was hiking alone. His plans included hiking to the summits of Mount Washington and Mount Madison, then returning to the Pinkham Notch Visitor Center. Mason's plan was to complete the trip in one day. It is unknown what type of clothing and gear he is carrying.
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4/24/09

Milford Fish Hatchery Featured on WMUR's "NH Chronicle"

New Hampshire's MILFORD HATCHERY will be featured next week on NH Chronicle! Check out WMUR (Channel 9) at 7:30 each weeknight from April 27 through May 1, 2009, for a glimpse of the springtime action at one of the state's premiere fish-raising facilities.
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4/24/09

New Ideas for Preserving Nature: Useful Tips for N.H. Landowners, Gardeners, and Landscapers -- Free Talk, Thursday April 30, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., Gibson's Bookstore, Concord, N.H.

You can create a healthy, sustainable landscape that is also beautiful and enjoyable.  With rural areas fast disappearing in the Northeast, an important way to preserve our identity as a place where people, plants, and animals can share the land is to integrate the landscapes around our homes, communities, and work spaces with the natural world. Find out how you can put these theories into practice and learn about a new way of shaping home grounds and public spaces in New Hampshire, at a free talk called "New Ideas for Preserving Nature; Useful Tips for N.H. Landowners, Gardeners, and Landscapers." The presentation takes place on Thursday, April 30, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., at Gibson's Bookstore in Concord, N.H. No pre-registration is required.
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4/23/09

2008 Wildlife Harvest Summary Available

Wildlife biologists from the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department have finished crunching the numbers for the 2008 hunting seasons, and the numbers are available in the 2008 New Hampshire Wildlife Harvest Summary, online at www.huntnh.com/Hunting/hunting.htm (click on publication cover at right).
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4/22/09

June 6 Is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire

Free Fishing Day is coming on Saturday, June 6, 2009, so make plans to get out and try your luck on New Hampshire's ponds, streams and lakes.  State residents, and nonresidents, too, can fish any inland water in the Granite State that day without a fishing license. Take advantage of the event to hit the water for a relaxing day of fishing with your friends and family. Bring your camera, because fish sure are photogenic!
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4/22/09

$1.72 million Awarded to Protect New Hampshire Wildlife

The N.H. Fish and Game Department has received two of 13 State Wildlife Grant Competitive Program awards from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, totaling $1.72 million, or 25% of the grant funds available nationally. Together, the grants crystallize two innovative habitat conservation partnerships. One project, spearheaded by The Nature Conservancy of New Hampshire, targets Northern Forests spanning the Adirondack and White Mountains. The other, to be led by the Wildlife Management Institute, focuses on the imperiled New England cottontail rabbit, ranging from the lower Hudson River to the Gulf of Maine. The unprecedented dual award marks national recognition of New Hampshire's wildlife conservation leadership, and would not have been possible without the partnership of The Nature Conservancy and the Wildlife Management Institute.
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4/16/09

Fish and Game Commission Honors Four for Commitment to Conservation

Four New Hampshire citizens and organizations have been recognized by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission with Awards of Excellence for their efforts in the conservation field in support of the N.H. Fish and Game Department's mission.
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4/16/09

Young North Hampton Artist Earns Top Honors in State Jr. Duck Stamp Contest

Samuel Gray, age 13, of North Hampton, has taken top honors among young New Hampshire artists in the 2009 Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Contest.   Gray's oil painting of a wood duck, entitled "Solitude," was chosen from among 48 entries as New Hampshire's State Best of Show in the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Contest.  New Hampshire's portion of the contest was coordinated by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. 
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4/15/09

Outdoor Summer Youth Activities Offered at Owl Brook Hunter Education Center

Youth age 10-15 will have a chance to learn about the shooting sports, bowhunting and other outdoor skills at summer youth activities being offered in July and August at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness, N.H.  Sessions are open to individuals, as well as area recreation departments, scout troops and other youth groups.
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4/13/09

Introduction to Turkey Hunting -- Free talk April 22 in Concord, N.H.

If you're new to turkey hunting or have been thinking about giving it a try, come to a free seminar called "Introduction to Turkey Hunting" on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at 7 p.m. at N.H. Fish and Game headquarters in Concord, N.H. This session is for beginners, and features New Hampshire (and Maine) Hunting Guide Dave Smith and Bill Devon, N.H. State Chapter President of the National Wild Turkey Federation and a Pro Staff member of Quaker Boy Game Calls.  There is no charge for the session, however pre-registration is required; call 603-271-6355 to reserve a space.
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4/13/09

Beyond BOW Kayak Fishing Class for Women, June 12-14, 2009

Women interested in learning how to fish from a kayak can sign up this month for a new "Beyond B.O.W" Kayak Fishing Weekend Workshop, which will be held June 12-14, 2009, at Purity Spring Resort in Madison, New Hampshire.  The workshop brochure is available now at www.nhbow.com.  Registration will open on April 13.  The workshop is part of the Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (B.O.W.) program, which is sponsored by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and the New Hampshire Wildlife Federation.
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4/13/09

Powwow Pond Boat Launch in Kingston, N.H., Closed until Further Notice

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's boat access facility at Powwow Pond in Kingston, N.H., is currently closed to trailered boat launching until further notice because of silt and debris issues at the site related to adjacent bridge construction.  Cartop access is still available.
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4/10/09

Fly-Fishing A-Z:  Beginner Workshop May 16-17 in Hillsborough

As you start daydreaming about warm summer days, why not consider learning about the traditional and timeless sport of fly-fishing.  An upcoming free weekend workshop offers a chance to explore fly-fishing, an activity that will provide you with hours of enjoyment in the outdoors.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's "Let's Go Fishing" Program is pairing up with the New Hampshire Division of Forest and Lands to host "Fly-Fishing A-Z" on Saturday, May 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 17, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, at Fox Forest in Hillsborough, N.H. There is no charge for the class.
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4/9/09

2009 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 Sunday, May 3, and runs through May 31 statewide.  The N.H. Youth Hunt Weekend precedes the season, taking place on April 25-26 (Saturday and Sunday).
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4/8/09

Designated Trout and Fly-Fishing-Only Ponds Open April 25

Fishing in New Hampshire's designated trout ponds and fly-fishing-only ponds opens this year on April 25 (the fourth Saturday in April), offering anglers the chance to experience exciting fishing in some of the Granite State's most scenic surroundings.  These ponds are managed specifically for trout and fishing is allowed through October 15.
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4/6/09

Marine Public Hearing April 15 for Lobster, Atlantic Herring Rule Changes

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Marine Fisheries Division will hold a public hearing on proposed rule changes affecting lobster harvesting and Atlantic herring management on Wednesday, April 15, 2009, at 7 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, N.H.
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4/6/09

Public Hearing in N.H. April 22 on Winter Flounder Management Proposal 

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Marine Fisheries Division will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. at the Urban Forestry Center, 45 Elwyn Road, Portsmouth, N.H. to gather public input on a proposed change to the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's (ASMFC) fisheries management plan for winter flounder.
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4/3/09

Instructors Needed: "Let's Go Fishing" Wants YOU!

Attention experienced anglers!  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department needs you as a volunteer fishing instructor for the Let's Go Fishing program, where you'll have a chance to teach basic and/or fly fishing to youth and adults.
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3/31/09

Let's Talk Fishing: Connecticut Trophy Trout, April 1; Walleye Fishing, April 2

Evening fishing talks by angling experts continue at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department with a repeat engagement of "Fly Fishing New Hampshire's Upper Connecticut River for Trophy Trout" on Wednesday, April 1 2009 (back by popular demand!); and a new session, "Walleye Fishing 101" featuring Fisheries Biologist Gabe Gries on Thursday, April 2, 2009.  The talks start at 7 p.m. at New Hampshire Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Admission is free.
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3/31/09

Let's Talk Fishing: Unlock your fish-finding potential, April 8; Downriggers and Trolling, April 15

Evening fishing talks by angling experts continue at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department with "Fishing Electronics," on Wednesday, April 8, 2009, when Carlton Schumacher from Hummingbird Fish Finders takes you beyond turning on the fish finder.  This program will explain the special features of those electronic gadgets that can take your fishing experience to a whole new level. Unlock your fish-finding potential!  The talk starts at 7 p.m. at New Hampshire Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Admission is free.  There is no pre-registration; come early for a good seat.
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3/31/09

Missing Massachusetts Hiker Found Safe in White Mountains

An overdue hiker who was missing for two days in New Hampshire's White Mountains, John Windship, age 45, of Boxford, Mass., was found today (Tuesday, March 31, 2009) at approximately 3 p.m. on the Dry River Trail by a team of New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers who are currently assisting him out to the Dry River Trailhead, located on Route 302 in Hart's Location.
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3/27/09

Bring the Family to Discover WILD New Hampshire Day, April 18, 2009

Celebrate Earth Day by bringing the family to Discover WILD New Hampshire Day -- Saturday, April 18, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Hazen Drive in Concord.  Admission is free.  This festival is fun for all ages - kids can try archery, cast with the "Let's Go Fishing" program or do wildlife craft projects.  See retriever dogs in action, big trout and salmon in a real stocking truck, trained falcons and battling bull moose.  Check out gas-saving hybrid vehicles and ideas for conserving energy and protecting our environment.  Throughout the day, enjoy ongoing exhibits, presentations, walks and demonstrations. Visit www.WildNH.com for details.
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3/26/09

New Hampshire's Youth Turkey Weekend -- April 25-26, 2009

New Hampshire's 2009 youth turkey hunt will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26, 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 2008 youth weekend, young hunters took an impressive 579 gobblers, or 14.1% of the total spring turkey harvest in the state.
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3/26/09

April 1 Deadline for Removing Bobhouses from Ice

Attention ice anglers: All bobhouses, also known as ice shanties, must be removed from the ice by the end of the day on April 1 according to state law.  Don't leave your bobhouse on public or private property without permission either - that's also a violation of state law - so if you've moved your bobhouse to the shoreline, take care to move the structure to your own property before the deadline. 
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3/25/09

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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3/25/09

Fish and Game Surveying Walleye Catch

Walleye anglers, be advised that New Hampshire Fish and Game Department fisheries biologists will be on the Connecticut River this spring conducting a creel survey for walleye.  Survey sites will be at Bellows Falls tailwater (Walpole, N.H.) and the Vernon Dam tailwater (Vernon, Vt.), where spring walleye angling pressure and walleye spawning activity is traditionally high.
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3/25/09

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 this spring.  The prescribed burn may occur as early as Monday, March 30, or as late as May 1; the date will be finalized when the weather and atmospheric conditions are seen to be safe.
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3/23/09

READY, SET, RAARP! Volunteer Observers Needed
2008 Report of the Reptile and Amphibian Reporting Program

With spring comes your chance to get involved in reptile and amphibian conservation by taking part in the Reptile and Amphibian Reporting Program (RAARP). RAARP is a volunteer-based activity, part of the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program, in which people report sightings of reptiles and amphibians to help biologists determine the distribution of species in New Hampshire. All observations, from spotted salamanders to spotted turtles, will help!
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3/23/09

Let's Talk Fishing: Connecticut Trophy Trout, April 1; Walleye Fishing, April 2

Evening fishing talks by angling experts continue at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department with a repeat engagement of "Fly Fishing New Hampshire's Upper Connecticut River for Trophy Trout" on Wednesday, April 1 2009 (back by popular demand!); and a new session, "Walleye Fishing 101" featuring Fisheries Biologist Gabe Gries on Thursday, April 2, 2009.  The talks start at 7 p.m. at New Hampshire Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  Admission is free.
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3/23/09

TURKEY HUNTING WORKSHOP OFFERED APRIL 18 IN HOLDERNESS

A free workshop covering the basics of hunting wild turkeys is being offered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department on Saturday, April 18, 2009, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center on Perch Pond Road in Holderness, N.H. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To sign up for the workshop, or for more information, call (603) 536-3954.
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3/20/09

Take Your Birdfeeders Down -- And Save A Bear!

New Hampshire bears are waking up and heading out in search of food to replenish fat reserves depleted during the long winter denning period.  Natural foods are scarce this time of year, so it's critical for homeowners to take action now to reduce the chances of attracting a bear. 
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3/18/09

New Hampshire Moose Lottery Is On!

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 www.huntnh.com or from any Fish and Game license agent.  The deadline for entering the 2009 lottery is May 29, 2009.   New Hampshire's moose hunt runs from October 17 to 25, 2009.
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3/18/09

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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3/16/09

Serious Snowmobile Accident Leaves Stark Man in Critical Condition

Stark, N.H., resident Floyd "Jay" Bennett Jr., age 34, was seriously injured Saturday night (March 14, 2009) after being thrown from his snowmobile during a crash in Stratford, N.H.
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3/16/09

Free Talk: Fly Fishing N.H.'s Upper Connecticut River for Trophy Trout

Put your snow shovel aside and start planning a spring or summer angling adventure!  Registered New Hampshire fishing guide Angus Boezeman will give a free talk on "Fly Fishing New Hampshire's Upper Connecticut River for Trophy Trout" on Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at 7 p.m. at New Hampshire Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord.  Admission is free; no pre-registration needed.  The session kicks off Fish and Game's spring series of free fishing talks by expert anglers.
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3/16/09

Free Talk on Downriggers and Trolling March 25, 2009

Want to be more successful fishing on the big lakes this season?  Pick up some strategies at a free talk called "Downriggers and Trolling" on Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at 7 p.m. at New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H.  No pre-registration is required.  The session is part of Fish and Game's spring series of free fishing talks by expert New Hampshire anglers.
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3/13/09

Pennsylvania Man Dies in Pittsburg, N.H. Snowmobile Accident

A thirty-year-old man, Thomas Preston of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, died in a snowmobile accident today (March 13, 2009) in Pittsburg, N.H.
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3/11/09

Special Meeting of N.H. Fish and Game Commission March 12, 2009

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission will hold a special meeting on Thursday, March 12, 2009, at 9:00 a.m., at New Hampshire Fish and Game Department headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord, N.H.  The purpose of the meeting is to discuss results of the 2008 Performance Audit.
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3/9/09

Hunter Education New Instructor Training Offered

If you are an experienced hunter who wants to pass along the outdoor traditions, consider becoming a Hunter Education instructor.  The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department is offering free training this spring to certify new instructors to be a part of the program, which includes Hunter and Bowhunter Education courses, required for first-time license holders in the state.
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3/9/09

Free Talk: Fly Fishing N.H.'s Upper Connecticut River for Trophy Trout

Put your snow shovel aside and start planning a spring or summer angling adventure!  Registered New Hampshire fishing guide Angus Boezeman will give a free talk on "Fly Fishing New Hampshire's Upper Connecticut River for Trophy Trout" on Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at 7 p.m. at New Hampshire Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive in Concord.  Admission is free; no pre-registration needed.  The session kicks off Fish and Game's spring series of free fishing talks by expert anglers.
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3/9/09

Tiger Beetles, Shad and Paddling Places Featured in Latest N.H. Wildlife Journal

It's hard to believe that New Hampshire is home to creatures as ferocious-looking as the shimmering six-spotted tiger beetle pictured on the cover of the latest New Hampshire Wildlife Journal magazine (March-April 2009).  Luckily, this feisty fellow is only about half an inch long in real life.  A Journal article called "Eye of the Tiger" introduces the dozen or so tiger beetle species you might encounter in the Granite State.
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3/6/09

Fourth Fatal Snowmobile Accident in N.H.

A tragic snowmobile accident last night (Thursday, March 5, 2009) in Stewartstown, N.H., claimed the life of George Robertson, age 52, of North Conway.  It was the fourth fatal snow machine accident of the season in New Hampshire.
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3/5/09

Mass. Man Dies from Injuries Sustained in Sunday Snowmobile Accident

Christopher E. Haynes, age 36, of Byfield, Mass., died at 7:30 this morning (Thursday, March 5, 2009) at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H., as a result of injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident in Freedom, N.H., on Sunday, March 1, 2009.
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3/4/09

Marine Fisheries Volunteers Needed

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Marine Division in Durham, N.H., is seeking volunteers to assist them in various field activities this spring and summer.
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