It’s time for all hunters who haven’t already asked permission from private landowners to hunt to do so as soon as possible. Montana law requires hunters to obtain permission for all hunting on private land. No matter whether pursuing upland game birds, coyotes, gopher or any other wildlife, hunters must have permission from the landowner before hunting on private property. Landowners may grant permission in a face-to-face contact or over the phone, in writing or by posting signs that explain the type of hunting allowed and under what conditions.