September is Bear Aware Month

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Hunting 2026 Block Management Access Guide and Maps are available online

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Hunting 2026 Upland Game Bird Enhancement Program (UGBEP) Access Guide and Maps are available online

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Hunter Ethics Help protect the hunt in Montana: take the Hunter-Landowner Stewardship test and enter to win a raffle

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Outdoors for all abilities Accessible recreation at state parks, campgrounds, fishing access sites, wildlife management areas, trails and more

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Montana's 55 state parks offer an endless array of opportunity and connection outside.

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Restrictions & Closures

FWP land, waterbody, angling and fire restrictions and closures across Montana.

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NEWS

Accountability for access: New network will enforce rules on block management areas >

August 19

SMITH RIVER STATE PARK BOAT CAMP LANDING RESTORATION PROJECT – PHASE 2 ENVIROMENTAL ASSESSMENT >

September 17

Woodside Bridge FAS on Bitterroot River will close to vehicles for several days later this month >

September 17

Education in ethics: Take a test. Enter a raffle. >

September 16

Express yourself: Hunters can thank landowners through portal on FWP website >

September 16

Do the right thing: Keep these tips in mind as you head into the field this season >

September 16

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Important Dates

Sep 24 - Special Commission Meeting Meeting details >
Oct 14 - Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting Meeting details >

Public Comment Opportunities

Fish, Wildlife & Parks offers various opportunities for the public to comment on issues, rules, grants, environmental assessments, land acquisition, development or enhancement projects, council recommendations, hunting and fishing regulations, etc. that FWP manages.

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Myths and Misconceptions of Montana Mule Deer

Are mule deer populations affected by one single factor? Do predators, hunting, weather, or habitat alone tell the whole story? In this video, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks tackle common myths and misconceptions about mule deer management in Montana.

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