Rhode Island Hunting

Rhode Island

Ocean State hunting, high-density coastal deer herds, Arcadia Management Area, and timberdoodle covers.

Rhode Island Regulatory Agency

Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Fish and Wildlife (RIDEM)

The Division of Fish and Wildlife within Rhode Island DEM manages freshwater fish, wildlife, and natural habitats across the Ocean State.

Rhode Island offers archery-focused whitetail deer hunting in coastal hardwoods, wild turkey, and Atlantic Flyway waterfowl hunting.

policyMission

To protect, manage, and restore the fish and wildlife resources of the state for sustainable use and ecological health.

assignmentResponsibilities

  • Issues hunting licenses, antlerless deer permits, and waterfowl stamps
  • Manages state Management Areas and public hunting lands
  • Establishes annual deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game regulations
  • Executes habitat enhancement, pheasant stocking, and wildlife research
  • Enforces state environmental and wildlife laws through Environmental Police

starCore Values

  • Coastal Conservation: Protecting coastal wetlands and forest habitats.
  • Public Access: Providing accessible state land for sportspeople.
  • Stewardship: Managing wildlife resources for future generations.