Events and Dates

Selected public events, hearings and dates related to the N.H. Fish and Game Department are posted on this page. Check out the links below for a sampling of ongoing activities.

Upcoming Events

Three-state Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend: January 25-27, 2013

Learn to ice fish this winter! Free classes available.

Winter 2013 Ice Fishing Classes Offered
N.H. Fish and Game’s Let’s Go Fishing Program, in partnership with other groups, will offer several ice fishing classes open to the public this winter.  Click here to learn more.

January - March 31: NH Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey
If you see a flock of wild turkeys in New Hampshire this winter, N.H. Fish and Game wants you to report it via the online NH Wild Turkey Winter Flock Survey.

January 20, 2013: Free Ice Fishing Class in Greenland
Experience a time-honored New Hampshire tradition by joining Fish and Game's "Let’s Go Fishing" Program and the Greenland Recreation Department for a free ice fishing class from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Greenland Central School, 70 Post Road. Click here for more info.

Sign Up Now! Additional Archery Leagues Offered in February
Due to the large amount of interest in its free indoor winter archery leagues, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department will run two additional leagues in February at its Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness N.H., one for beginners starting Feburary 6 (now FULL) and one for experienced archers starting February 7. Registration is now open. Click here for more info.

January 23-February 20: Women’s Fly Tying Course
There's still room in the fly-tying course with master fly tiers Jim and Kris Riccardi to be offered Wednesday evenings from January 23 through February 20 at the Town of Bow Fire and Rescue Facility, 2 Knox Road, Bow, N.H. A Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Program. Click here for more information.

January 25-27, 2013: Three-state Reciprocal Snowmobile Weekend
Snowmobile enthusiasts will have a chance to explore some new territory the weekend of January 25-27, 2013 (Friday through Sunday), during the New Hampshire-Vermont-Maine reciprocal snowmobile weekend. Click here for more information.

January 26 - February 9: Free Ice Fishing Class in Milford
Join instructors from N.H. Fish and Game’s "Let’s Go Fishing" Program for a three-week Saturday ice fishing program in Milford on January 26, February 2 and February 9. It's free! Pre-registration required. Click here for more information.

January 27, 2013: Big Greenough Pond Public Informational Meeting in Errol
Fish and Game has scheduled a public informational meeting for January 27 at 1:00 p.m. at the Errol Town Hall to discuss the current and future management of Big Greenough Pond in Wentworths Location.

January 30, February 6 and February 9: Free Ice Fishing Class in Haverhill
Join instructors from the N.H. Fish and Game’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the Haverhill Recreation Department for a three-part ice fishing class on Wednesdays, January 30 and February 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday, February 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Click here for more information.

January 31, 2013: Wildlife Control Operator Class Offered
The New Hampshire Wildlife Control Operators (WCO) training class, offered once a year, will take place on Thursday, January 31, 2013, at Fish and Game headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord, N.H., from 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

February 1, 2013: Application Deadline for Wildlife Action Grants
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.

February 2 , 2013: Free Ice Fishing Class in Laconia
N.H. Fish and Game’s “Let’s Go Fishing” Program and the Laconia Recreation Department will co-host a one day Saturday ice fishing workshop on February 2. The course is free, but pre-registration is required. Click here for more information.

February 5, 2013: N.H. Candidates Sought for New England Fishery Management Council
To assist in filling vacancies in N.H.'s seats on the New England Fishery Management Council, N.H. Fish and Game’s Marine Fisheries Division will host a candidates’ interview night on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., at the Urban Forestry Center in Portsmouth, N.H. 

February 6, 2013: Public Hearing on Proposed Shellfish Aquaculture Operation
The N.H. Fish and Game Department will hold a public hearing on a proposed marine aquaculture application for licensing on February 6, 2013, at 9:00 a.m. at the Fish and Game Region 3 Office, 225 Main Street, Durham, N.H. 03824. Click here for more information.

February 8-9, 2013: New Hampshire Farm & Forest Exposition
At the Radisson Hotel/Center of New Hampshire (700 Elm Street) in Manchester, NH. Stop by the N.H. Fish and Game booth to enjoy our wildlife exhibit and learn how to make connections with wildlife in your own backyard. Visit nhfarmandforestexpo.org.

February 9-10, 2013: Great Meredith Rotary Ice Fishing Derby
The Meredith Rotary Club, in consultation with N.H. Fish and Game, stocks tagged fish in several New Hampshire lakes for this event. During the derby, N.H. Fish and Game fisheries biologists Don Miller and John Viar collect valuable fish data at the derby weigh-in. On Saturday, "Let's Go Fishing" staff and volunteers present free hands-on sessions for children and their parents on the basics of ice fishing. Visit meredithrotary.com.

Saturday, April 20, 2013: Discover WILD New Hampshire Day
Bring the kids for a day of family fun exploring New Hampshire's wildlife and natural environment. See live animals, falcons, and big fish. Enjoy hands-on activities. Meet dozens of exhibitors from conservation organizations around the state. A great way to celebrate Earth Day! Admission is free. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event takes place on the grounds ot the N.H. Fish and Game Department in Concord, N.H. Click here for more information.

May 31, 2013: Deadline for Entering the NH Moose Lottery
Try your luck on the adventure of a lifetime -- hunting moose in New Hampshire.  Entering the lottery costs $15 for New Hampshire residents and $25 for nonresidents.  Click here for more information.

June 1, 2013: Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire
Free Fishing Day is an opportunity to fish for free and spend time relaxing with family or friends. Learn a new pastime that can last a lifetime!

On-going

New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission:
Meets monthly at N.H. Fish and Game Department headquarters; click for meeting schedule.

Public Water Access Advisory Board:
Meets bi-monthly at N.H. Fish and Game Department headquarters; click for meeting schedule.

For Wildlife Action Plan events including workshops on Conservation Planning, Wildlife Habitats, and Species that are offered in communities around the state, click here.

Educator training and professional development opportunities - click for Education Calendar.

Let's Go Fishing class schedule

Hunter Education class registration

Owl Brook Hunter Education Center calendar

Snowmobile, ATV and Trail Bike safety courses

Great Bay Discovery Center in Greenland, managed by Fish and Game, hosts many public events

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