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Solving Montana's Moose Mysteries
FWP researchers search for answers to help conserve these popular big game animals in the face of rising temperatures, shrinking habitat, and more predators.
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Regulations for upcoming seasons are posted online throughout the year. Moose, Bighorn Sheep and Mountain Goat regulations are typically posted late February.
All downloads below are in PDF format.
2020 Moose, Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goat Regulations (images and maps are low resolution)
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These dates are provided only as a general reference. Check current regulations or use FWP's online Hunt Planner for specific dates.
Moose
September 15 – November 29*
*NOTE: Some districts vary, check regulations for more information.
Details: Prerequisite licenses are Conservation and Base Hunting in order to apply. There is an additional $10 resident or $50 nonresident nonrefundable application fee for each license or permit you apply for.
An applicant who receives a moose license is not eligible to apply for or receive another license for moose for the next succeeding 7 years.
License holders may legally take one moose subject to all specifications on the license issued.
Fees:
Resident: $125
Nonresident: $1250
May 1
This license is available via Special Limited Drawing.
Approximate moose, sheep, and goat drawing dates:
Solving Montana's Moose Mysteries
FWP researchers search for answers to help conserve these popular big game animals in the face of rising temperatures, shrinking habitat, and more predators.
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