Fwp Seeks Public Comment On Game Bird Farm Regulation Changes And Upland Game Bird Permits

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Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on a proposed license fee increase for game bird farms that raise and sell upland game birds to the public. FWP authorities said there are about 80 such game bird farms in Montana.

First time game bird farm license application fees would increase from $25 to $100 and annual license renewal fees would go from $15 to $50.   The new fees will cover FWP’s increased costs for overseeing game bird farms. The license fees have not increased since 1983.

In another proposed change, permits allowing individuals to possess captive-reared upland game birds would be managed as an Administrative Rule of Montana rather than as an FWP policy. These permits are for activities such as using captive-reared upland game birds while training dogs; releasing ring-necked pheasants; a field trial permit; and using captive-reared upland game birds while training falcons.

Public comments may be made through July 5.

A public meeting concerning the new rules will be held in the FWP Commission Room in Helena, Thursday, June 28, at 7 p.m.   Copies of the proposed rules can be found on the FWP website at fwp@mt.gov .    

Please comment by email to: tfeldner@mt.gov or by mail to:

Game Bird Farm Regulations

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks

P.O. Box 200701

Helena, MT 59620-0701