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New Jersey’s annual bear hunt is set to kick off next week as a key strategy for controlling the state’s rapidly growing black bear population. With increased bear sightings and encounters in suburban areas, this year’s hunt aims to address concerns about safety and manage the rising bear numbers in the region.
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photos courtesy of the North Haledon Police Department
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North Haldon NJ, Please be advised, we have been receiving reports of bear sightings in the area of Squaw Brook Road and Saw Mill Road. The bear was last seen toward Squaw Brook Road and High Mountain Road. Please use caution.
If you are looking to go hunting in New Jersey, there are a few things you need to know before hitting the woods. In this blog post, we will discuss four important factors that will help make your hunting experience more enjoyable and successful. So, whether you are a first-time hunter or have been stalking deer for years, read on for some valuable information!
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, according to NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife in the spring and summer months, you may find what appears to be sick, injured or orphaned wildlife. New Jersey Fish and Wildlife urges you to leave young wildlife undisturbed. Every year, especially around this time, the lives of many young animals are disrupted. Well-intentioned people may attempt to “save” these animals while most often, the mother is nearby.
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photo taken of a Ridgewood Fox
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Twp. of Washington NJ, in April we reported on a Fox incident in Ridgewood . We have heard there have been some issues in Twp. of Washington as well. Problems associated with foxes include depredation on domestic animals, perceptions of danger to humans (healthy foxes pose virtually no danger to humans), and their potential to carry disease organisms. Foxes will prey on small livestock such as ducks, chickens, rabbits, and young lambs, but generally do not bother larger livestock. Cats may also be preyed on. Foxes often carry their prey to a secluded area or their den where it is eaten by the adults and young.
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Ridgewood NJ, according to the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Endangered and Nongame Species Program , Two hundred and forty-seven eagle nest sites were monitored during the nesting season, of which 222 were documented to be active (with eggs) and 25 were territorial or housekeeping pairs.
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Midland Park NJ, as deer mating season is approaching the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Fish and Wildlife and the New Jersey Department of Transportation are reminding motorists to drive with extra caution and watch for white-tailed deer.
Continue reading Midland Park Police : The deer mating season known as the “Fall Rut” is upon us
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Ridgewood NJ, fishing has never been better in New Jersey! Find out for yourself on this year’s second Free Fishing Day Saturday, October 23. On this day, resident anglers can enjoy some of the finest freshwater fishing in the Northeast without needing to purchase a license or a trout stamp.
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Ridgewood NJ, earlier this week the New York Times had a piece, “How Do Animals Safely Cross a Highway? Take a Look.” It sifts through the many reasons why wildlife road-crossing structures are needed – to protect at-risk species, and reduce human accidents. And it’s loaded with amazing videos and photos to make the case.
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Ridgewood NJ, haven’t fished in a while, or maybe never fished? Have a friend or family member who hasn’t either? Tomorrow is Free Fishing Day, the perfect time to try fishing the state’s public waters without a license or trout stamp.
file photo courtesy of Boyd Loving
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Paramus NJ, on Sunday May 23, the Paramus Police reported that residents in the area of Koman Dr and Alden Road spotted a non-aggressive black bear in the area.
the Ridgewood blog’s favorite amphibian Godzilla!
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife celebrates Amphibian Week .That’s right – this whole week, May 2-8, has been proclaimed National Amphibian Week by the U.S. Department of the Interior. Amphibians are tiny powerhouses for the ecosystem and the soundtrack to many of our spring nights, yet they’re one of the most at-risk wildlife groups on the planet. The Division of Fish and Wildlife is celebrating these valuable, vulnerable, cool (blooded) friends with daily social media posts all week, so follow along @newjerseyfishandwildlife and on Facebook!
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Ridgewood NJ, the pre-season catch-and-release period for trout closes today, Friday, April 9, at 11:59 p.m. with the traditional season opening tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. To reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, this year’s initial trout stocking began March 15 with waters opening on April 1 for the catch-and-release period. Stocking continued for four weeks and concluded Friday.
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Ridgewood NJ, the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife will open catch and release Trout fishing beginning April 1st.
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Paramus NJ, the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife offers webinars to get you ready for spring gobbler season and trout fishing! Yes folks you can learn to call a turkey, its really a thing ! We have had a few run ins with wild turkeys from time to time and this may have come in handy .
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