dude, they JUST stocked the Palmer River with trout. Get a permit though, this area is most likely has game warden presence.. and it's just good to get it. I think residents pay $18 for the year. I plan on hitting this river up asap. Also I think the shad are spawning in Shad Factory pond any time now.. pretty cool. That pond is only 1 of 2 in mass where this happens haha
good luck, have fun. Post pics I'm from down the road in Attleboro..there's quite a few good spots, i only fish from shore too and I get a few 5 pounders every summer.