Montana FWP Invites Public Input on Hunting Regulations for Deer, Elk, and Black Bear
NBC Montana Staff
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is reaching out to the public for feedback on proposed changes to the hunting regulations for deer, elk, and black bear for the 2026–2027 seasons.
These proposals will be presented to the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission for a final decision during their meeting on December 4.
FWP emphasizes that the biennial process of setting hunting seasons is a comprehensive effort that spans several months, aimed at identifying potential regulatory changes. The agency actively seeks input from hunters, landowners, and the general public through scoping meetings and opportunities for public comment.
To facilitate this, FWP will conduct meetings throughout the state to discuss the proposals and answer any questions. Each meeting is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m., and those held at FWP regional offices will offer a virtual participation option. More information and links for online attendance can be found on the FWP website.
Here are the upcoming public meeting locations in Montana:
- Kalispell – FWP Regional Office
- Fort Benton – Fort Benton Fire Department
- Libby – Ponderosa Room, Libby City Hall
- Billings – FWP Regional Office
- Stanford – City Hall
- Eureka – Lincoln County Annex Building
- Lewistown – Yogo Inn
- Missoula – FWP Regional Office
- Thompson Falls – High School Library
- Great Falls – FWP Regional Office
- Conrad – Pondera Shooting Sports Complex
- White Sulphur Springs – Meagher County Shooting Range
- Miles City – FWP Regional Office
- Choteau – Public Library
- Bozeman – FWP Regional Office
- Glasgow – FWP Regional Office
Public comments can be submitted online via the commission’s webpage or by mail to:
Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission
Helena, MT 59620-0701
For additional details on the proposals and how to provide comments, please visit the FWP website.
Source: NBC Montana
