Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Master Wildlife Conservationist Outreach Programs

Interested in Hosting a Master Wildlife Conservationist?

All Master Wildlife Conservationists are trained to present programs on various wildlife-based topics. They often provide talks with accompanying slide presentations for libraries, schools, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, garden clubs, and other organizations. Master Wildlife Conservationists also host booths at fairs and festivals to engage with visitors using interactive educational materials.

Available Presentations:

  • Bald Eagle
  • Bats
  • Black Bear
  • Bobcat
  • Connecticut's Changing Landscape
  • White-tailed Deer 
 Two children learn about animal furs with a Master Wildlife Conservationist 
 
To schedule a program with a Master Wildlife Conservationist, please complete this form: Outreach Requests.


For questions, please contact DEEP.MWCP@ct.gov or call the Wildlife Division at 860-424-3011. Requests for programs with Master Wildlife Conservationists should be submitted at least six weeks in advance.

To learn more about the Master Wildlife Conservationist Program, please select this link: Master Wildlife Conservationist Program.

Content last updated on August 23, 2024.