NEW FISH BROCHURE AVAILABLE

 

A new full color, illustrated brochure of the Freshwater Fishes of Massachusetts is available from the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife).  This folding brochure includes pictures of most of the freshwater fish species found in Massachusetts and is packed with information that will be valuable for any conservationist with an interest in ponds, streams or rivers. “Beginning and experienced anglers will appreciate the tips on identification of game and bait fish, fishing ethics and instruction on how to fillet a fish. They will also find information on Massachusetts’ Angler Education Program and Freshwater Fishing Awards Program. Other conservationists will find useful information on rare, riverine and migratory fish species as well as notes on statewide fish and aquatic habitat restoration efforts,”observes Ellie Horwitz, Chief of Information & Education. The Freshwater Fishes of Massachusetts brochures are found at MassWildlife’s regional offices located in Acton, Belchertown, Boston, Bourne, Pittsfield, Westborough and West Boylston.  MassWildlife’s Hatcheries in Belchertown, Sandwich, Montague and Sunderland will also have brochures. To obtain a copy by mail, send a self-addressed, business sized 61-cent stamped to: Fish Brochure, MassWildlife Field Headquarters, 1 Rabbit Hill Rd, Westborough, MA 01581.