Weekend Outdoor Events – May 3-6: Getting Outdoors and Fishing Fun!
Reginald Zimmerman Assistant Press Secretary, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) View Reginald’s Bio On Saturday, May 4, head over to the Freetown State Forest and strap on...
View ArticleCelebrate Massachusetts Rivers and Wetlands – May 11-12!
Tim Purinton Director, Department of Fish and Game’s Division of Ecological Restoration View Tim's Bio The Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game (DFG) recently put out an events calendar marking...
View ArticleSafe Boating Week in Massachusetts
Colonel Aaron Gross Director, Massachusetts Environmental Police View Aaron's Bio With Memorial Day approaching, the Patrick-Murray Administration has proclaimed May 18-24 Safe Boating Week in...
View ArticleWeekly Outdoor Events: WWTD (What Would Thoreau Do?) May 27 – June 2
One day doesn’t seem enough for a celebration of the brave men and women who serve and have served in the United States Armed Forces. Frequently filled with burgers, hot dogs, and s’mores, Memorial Day...
View ArticleTry Boating in Massachusetts This Summer
Breathe a sigh of relief – it’s finally summertime. For most of us, the summer means hot days and some vacation time. These hot days free from work and school are perfect times to take a trip to the...
View ArticleSharing the Beach: Seals
When seals are mentioned, a fond picture usually comes to mind: big, lovable eyes, long, bristling whiskers on a twitching snout, and a fat, cuddly body. As adorable and welcoming as they look, for...
View ArticleHow To Become An Environmental Police Officer
If you love the outdoors and have an interest in activities like hunting and fishing, , there is a career option that may be perfect for you. A Massachusetts Environmental Police Officer enforces all...
View ArticleWinter Boating and Hunting Tips
In light of recent cold water boating tragedies in the Commonwealth, and as we find ourselves in the midst of another cold snap, it’s important to remind boaters and hunters of some facts and tips for...
View ArticlePark Profiles: Meagan Pelletier, Camp STAR Angelina, Springfield
This is the first in a series of blog posts on the investments the Patrick Administration has made in parks, outdoor recreation and the people our parks programs affect. Governor Patrick likes to say...
View ArticlePlan a Day Trip – Right in Boston Harbor!
Looking for a fun day trip for you and possibly your family? Look no further, the Boston Harbor Islands are the place to be. Lots of events take place on these islands during the summer months, so...
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