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Bull elk
Results are in! The drawings for deer and elk permits and for nonresident combination licenses are complete
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EHA Landowners can apply for the Elk Hunting Access Agreement Program until May 1
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Shed Hunters New opening day plan for Blackfoot Clearwater WMA antler hunting
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Angler fly fishing
Public Input Opportunity FWP is taking public comment on 64 proposals for the 2025-2026 fishing regulations
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Buck
New License Year New hunting, fishing and conservation license year began March 1
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Mountain Lion
Check Quotas Mountain lion hunting season is still underway
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Fish, Wildlife & Parks offers various opportunities for the public to comment on issues, rules, grants, environmental assessments, land acquisition, development or enhancement projects, council recommendations, hunting and fishing regulations, etc. that FWP manages.

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Snow Geese Migration

 

Freezout Lake WMA lies in a glacial basin and was formally developed in the 1950s to maintain vital bird habitat. One species that has been flying to Freezout since time immemorial is the snow goose. In this episode of Field Trips, enjoy the symphony of snow geese while learning about this significant wetland area.

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Montana Outdoors Magazine

A Lifelister's Paradise

Every dedicated Montana birder needs to migrate to the Westby area for a few days in springtime.

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