| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Coyote | General · Year-round (no closed season) | Jul 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027 |
| Crow | General · Fall Segment (Fri – Mon only) | Aug 21, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026 |
| Squirrel | General · Gray Squirrel | Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 |
| Black bear | General · Black Bear Early Season | Sep 1, 2026 – Nov 13, 2026 |
| Cottontail rabbit | General · Hare & Rabbit Season | Sep 26, 2026 – Mar 14, 2027 |
| Woodcock | General | Sep 26, 2026 – Nov 9, 2026 |
| Snowshoe hare | General · Hare & Rabbit Season | Sep 26, 2026 – Mar 14, 2027 |
| Ruffed grouse | General · Ruffed Grouse (Partridge) | Sep 26, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 |
| Snipe | General | Sep 26, 2026 – Nov 9, 2026 |
Data verified 1 month ago against official Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department sources.
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