The WHIP program is overseen by a citizen advisory council (MCA 87-5-803). Council members are appointed by the Director of FWP through an application process. Council members are responsible for advising the department on WHIP program administration and for reviewing, ranking, and recommending proposed projects for funding. FWP completes the final review and determination of funding.
Voting members consist of:
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The director of the department or a representative of the department;
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a wildlife biologist;
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a member of a conservation organization
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a livestock producer or a representative of a livestock producer organization in Montana;
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a representative of the Montana Weed Control Association; and
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a member of an Indian Tribe within Montana as Defined in 2-15-141
How to Apply
The Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program (WHIP) Advisory Council is accepting applications for new members from.
Questions? Contact Andrew Amidon, FWP WHIP Coordinator, at 406-444-7291 or andrew.amidon@mt.gov
