Hunters Reminded Of Hunting Regulations On State Land

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When planning a hunting trip, it is important for hunters to be mindful of the regulations associated with using State School Trust Land.

Just a few tips:

*You need a license:   If you’re12 years of age or older, you must possess a State Land Recreational Use License to recreate on State School Trust Lands (more commonly referred to as state land).   These licenses are available from any FWP license agent.   The proceeds from each license sold provide financial support to Montana’s public schools.

*  Know where state land boundaries lie:   Maps showing designated state land tracts and road status are posted at DNRC, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and U.S. Forest Services offices statewide.  

*  Don’t trespass:   State lands are legally accessible if they can be reached from adjacent public lands or public roads.   However, if you have to cross private property to reach them, you need to get landowner permission.

*  Watch where you drive:   The only roads open for vehicle use are public roads, such as county roads and state highways, and a few roads designated as open by DNRC.   Off-road use is strictly prohibited.  

*  Be fire conscious:   Hunters are urged to check current fire conditions, and for any restrictions or closures that may be in place where they plan to hunt.   Hunters should have, at minimum, a bucket, axe and shovel with them before venturing out in the woods.  

For details on these and other regulations, ask for the "Guide to Recreational Use of State Land," available from license providers, at DNRC offices, FWP regional offices or by calling 444-1868.