Vermont F&W Using Helicopters to Collar Moose

Northeast Kingdom residents may soon see a helicopter flying low overhead as the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department begins collaring up to 60 moose for a three-year study. The radio-collaring will be carried out primarily within Essex County by a professional contractor, Native Range, Inc. Capture could begin as early as January 11, depending on weather conditions. Capture efforts require flying just above tree height, and are expected to take one to two weeks. Wildlife experts with Native Range will be using... READ MORE