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Massachusetts Blaze Orange Requirements (2026)

Restricted: In Massachusetts, during shotgun and primitive-firearms deer seasons and Youth Deer Hunt Day, all hunters must wear 500 sq in blaze orange on chest, back and head.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

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Blaze Orange Requirements in states bordering Massachusetts

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

ConnecticutRestricted
Connecticut requires min 400 sq in of fluorescent orange above the waist, visible from all sides, Sept 1-last day of Feb; archery/turkey/waterfowl exemptions apply.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: portal.ct.gov · Full Connecticut rule →
New HampshirePermitted
Hunter orange is not required by law in New Hampshire (RSA 207:38-b); hunters are recommended to wear it for visibility.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: gc.nh.gov · Full New Hampshire rule →
New YorkRestricted
In New York, deer/bear firearm hunters must wear 250+ sq in of solid fluorescent orange or pink above the waist visible from all directions (or 50%+ orange/pink hat).
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dec.ny.gov · Full New York rule →
Rhode IslandRestricted
In Rhode Island, fluorescent orange is mandatory in season: 200 sq in (hat/vest) during archery and small game; 500 sq in for all deer hunters during shotgun deer season.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dem.ri.gov · Full Rhode Island rule →
VermontPermitted
Vermont does not require blaze orange by law; the agency strongly recommends hunter orange during deer season for safety, but it is not mandated.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: vtfishandwildlife.com · Full Vermont rule →

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