FWP seeking public comment on environmental assessment, emergency closure

HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on a draft environmental assessment (EA) and an emergency closure. For more information, including how to submit comments, click on the link provided or visit fwp.mt.gov/public-notices.  

Sage Grouse Translocation Montana to Alberta Timeline Extension EA 

FWP is seeking public participation and comment to extend the timeline to 2026 to complete a sage grouse translocation from Northeast Montana to Alberta, Canada. The translocation of sage grouse intends to supplement sage grouse populations in Alberta, while habitat is improved in southeast Alberta. By extending the project timeline to 2026 and pending Fish and Wildlife Commission approval, the translocation of 40 sage grouse is expected to bolster the sage grouse population in Alberta, as well as transboundary sage grouse that range between Montana and Alberta.   

Comments due Jan. 23. 

Emergency Rule Closing the Fairweather Fishing Access Site in Gallatin County 

FWP has determined that flooding and ice jams justify the adoption of emergency rule closing the Fairweather Fishing Access Site. 

Comments due Feb. 12. 

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