Scituate MA Natural Resources

06/18/2023

Bear out for a stroll in the common this morning….

Please remember not to approach or harass the bear in any way.

11/22/2022

Monday, November 29th, 2021 marks opening day for deer shotgun season. Scituate Natural Resource Officer Keefe will be on patrol throughout the woodland areas this season to check for compliance.
Hunters-
🟠➖Always take the time to refresh yourselves by reviewing the Massachusetts hunting regulations and fi****ms safety.
🟠➖Be sure you have all of your required licenses and all documentation with you on your hunt.
🟠➖Ensure all of your permits are current and up to date, we do find expired information.
🟠➖You must have a minimum of 500 square inches of blaze orange on your chest, back and head while hunting during the gun season.
🟠➖For your safety and ours, when a DNR Officer is approaching, we ask that you please make your weapon SAFE!
Outdoor enthusiasts!
🟠➖If you utilize woodland areas that are shared with hunting practices It is advised that you also wear some bright clothing while out in the woods. This is strictly just for your safety because accidents CAN happen!!! If a hunter sees a deer but cannot see you beyond the deer, then you could be accidentally hit by the projectiles.
🟠➖If you are in a shared area with pets; bright-colored collars, harnesses, and vests are also available for dogs as well as horses and should be utilized. Be sure dogs are leashed at all times in the Town of Scituate , we have a leash law. If your dog is found chasing wildlife and loose, you could receive a fine.
🟠➖Shotgun Season will run from Nov. 29 to December 11, 2021
🟠➖Primitive Fi****ms will run from December 13 to December 31, 2021
Please report all suspected hunting violations or concerns to the Massachusetts Environmental Police by calling 800-632-8075 or the Scituate Department of Natural Resources Officer Craig Keefe at 781-545-1212.
Thank you all for your cooperation.

10/31/2022

Halloween can be scary for pets. Sudden noises and strange looking costumes can spook your dog or cat. Please be sure to secure your pets and have a Happy and safe Halloween! 🎃👻🍫

08/08/2022

⚠️🔥🐾 HEAT ADVISORY 🐾🔥⚠️
Just as the inside of a car is much warmer than the outside temperature, asphalt follows that same rule. Asphalt can quickly reach high temperatures that will burn the sensitive pads on the bottom of your dog's paws. If it is 77 degrees outside the asphalt in the sun is 125 degrees, which can cause serious damage to your dog’s pads. Not to mention heat stroke. Unlike humans who sweat, dogs eliminate heat from their bodies by panting. When panting isn’t enough, a dog’s body temperature rises, and they can experience heat stroke, which can become fatal if not treated immediately. Just imagine what a 90+ degree day would do. PLEASE keep dogs safe and cool at home while we experience this extreme heat- it could save their life.

06/22/2022

The best rule of thumb if you find a baby animal is just to LEAVE IT ALONE. In most cases, the parents are nearby and may be waiting for you to leave the area. Touching animals can also result in diseases passing from wildlife to humans, or vice versa and in some cases the animal will need to be euthanized in order to test for rabies. Thank you! 🐾

03/15/2022

Teamwork!

https://www.bostonherald.com/2022/03/14/horses-running-wild-2-horses-on-the-lam-in-cohasset-are-corralled-after-escape/?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_medium=social&utm_content=fb-bostonherald&fbclid=IwAR380lo8pa8kM468vPupFCbNeQI9q9lt99xKUtGKze5-Esi9sVCqDeAoN-s

“Certainly was a sight to see as it is not every day that horses are on the lam in Cohasset.”

01/28/2022

Please take the storm warnings for Scituate seriously. Any indoor/outdoor pets should be brought inside NOW even if it's the garage or basement, they will be much safer. BE PREPARED and stay safe everyone. Town of Scituate Emergency Management updates can be found here: www.scituatema.gov

01/10/2022

⚠️***BELOW ZERO TEMPS EXPECTED*** ⚠️
Please be sure your pets are safe in this weather. Outdoor rabbits need extra material for warmth and water needs to be checked often. Cats should come inside, if possible, if not, provide a shelter for them. Please use common sense in these extreme temperatures. As always, report any animal you think is in distress.

10/27/2021

With the damaging winds overnight you may want to check your fences for any gaps before letting your dog outside. Also, remember your electric fence may not be working...
Stay safe out there!

10/09/2021

Teamwork!