Three hearing dates have been set for discussion of a proposed Fish and Wildlife Board regulation on retrieval and utilization of wildlife.

The purpose of the proposed regulation is to ensure proper retrieval and utilization of fish and wildlife resources in hunting, fishing and trapping. A copy of the proposed regulation is posted on the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department's website www.vtfishandwildlife.com. Go to "Law Enforcement" and then "Rules and Proposed Rules."

The public hearings will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the following dates as follows:

• March 10 -- VT Fish & Wildlife office, 111 West Street, Essex Junction
• March 11 – Pavilion Auditorium, 109 State Street, Montpelier
• March 12 – Kehoe Conservation Camp, Castleton

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