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Hunt Youth deer-only hunting weekend is coming up. Get your hunt tags early!

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Hunt Our hunting forecasts detail what you can expect for deer, elk and pronghorn seasons

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Hunting 2024 Block Management Access Guide and Maps are available online

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Hunting 2024 Upland Game Bird Enhancement Program (UGBEP) Access Guide and Maps are available online

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Youth-only deer hunt coincides with school holidays next week >

October 10

Montana’s annual youth-only deer hunt is set for Oct. 17 and 18. This year, the hunt happens over the two-day Montana teachers’ convention, when students are out of school.

FWP announces public comment opportunities >

October 15

Additional commission amendments proposed for November meeting >

October 15

Applications available for FWP’s Habitat Conservation Lease Program >

October 15

Commission amendment proposed for November agenda item >

October 10

River Recreation Advisory Council to hold three-day meeting starting October 16 >

October 10

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Oct 17-18 - Youth Deer-Only Hunt Learn More >
Nov 12 - Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting Meeting info >

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A Hunter's Encounter in Bear Country

80-year-old archery elk hunter Ernest Covey from New Hampshire hiked up the mountains with his bow in hand for his 25th season of elk hunting in Montana with his son. Knowing he was hiking in bear country, Ernest carried bear spray and remained alert. Using these tools likely prevented a serious bear conflict.

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