nw montana

Montana’s general deer and elk hunting season opened with nearly 2,000 hunters reporting increased success rates compared to last year, particularly in white-tailed deer and elk harvests, while mule deer numbers declined. The season runs through November 30, and hunters are encouraged to test their harvested animals for chronic wasting disease (CWD), with mandatory testing in certain areas. Additionally, hunters must adhere to carcass disposal regulations to prevent disease spread and are reminded to be cautious of bears attracted to carcasses during this time.