Supplemental spring trout stocking set to begin on Monday, April 29 PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announces that Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5, are Free Fishing Days in Rhode Island. Rhode Islanders and visitors alike can fish in the state's...

Small actions lead to big results. Especially during Earth Week, DEM encourages Rhode Islanders not to let the severity of climate change stop us from making behavioral changes that can contribute to a healthier planet. PROVIDENCE – During Earth Week, the Department of Environmental Management (...

Pier will provide saltwater fishing access 10 miles from Providence PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Warwick Mayor Joseph J. Solomon announce that construction of a new timber fishing pier will begin soon at the iconic Rocky Point State Park in...

April 22nd marks the 49th anniversary of Earth Day PROVIDENCE – The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is encouraging Rhode Islanders to get outdoors and get active this month to mark Earth Day. Community cleanups are scheduled around the state and recreational opportunities abound.

PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is advising Blackstone River Bikeway users that with the temporary closure of the School Street parking lot, several alternate parking areas are available near the bikeway. This week, the Rhode Island Department of...

Program aimed at raising awareness of illness that afflicts deer and other cervids to be held in West Warwick on April 24th PROVIDENCE – The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) will host an informational program on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) this month in West Warwick. According to...

PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announces that four state campgrounds will open for the season on Friday, April 12. This year's opening of Burlingame, Charlestown Breachway, Fishermen's Memorial, and George Washington Memorial State Campgrounds coincides...

PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced the Town of Westerly will begin aerial application of mosquito larvicide across 500 acres of Chapman Swamp and nearby swamplands on Wednesday, April 10. Spraying will take place between 7 AM and 2 PM. Rain...

With more than 40,000 anglers pursuing 75,000 hatchery-raised trout in over 100 RI waterways, Opening Day is a celebratory, exciting tradition. DEM encourages all anglers, however, to put safety first by always wearing a life jacket. PROVIDENCE – With the trout fishing season opening on Saturday,

Registration for DEM's popular Energy-Saving Trees Program, which helps Rhode Islanders save energy and money, opens April 8th PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is teaming up with the Arbor Day Foundation to give away 1,000 trees as part of the State's...