Montana hunters and conservation groups have a new opportunity on the horizon. Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is now accepting proposals from nonprofit organizations interested in auctioning or running a lottery for special hunting licenses. These aren’t regular draw tags. They’re premium licenses — often valid in any district — and they bring serious fundraising …
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is taking a fresh look at how the state manages mule deer. A draft of the updated Mule Deer Management Plan is now open for public comment — and for hunters who spend time in the field, this is a chance to make your voice count. What’s Changing? The …
If you’re planning to hunt in Montana this season, mark your calendar. The deadline to apply for several special hunting licenses is June 1, 2025, by 11:45 p.m. MST. Miss it, and you’re out for the draw. Here’s what’s on the line: Licenses with a June 1 Deadline: How to Apply Applications are done online …
Montana is one step closer to changing how some nonresident hunters access big game combination licenses. A bill moving through the Legislature would remove a current system that gives nonresident landowners a leg up in the draw. If passed, the new rule would take effect in 2026. Lawmakers and hunters alike are watching closely — …