Important Dates For Hunters

Important information for hunters!

March 15 is the deadline to apply for 2013 deer and elk hunting permits. Streamlined eight-page application packets that contain all the information residents need to apply are available at all license providers, FWP offices and online at fwp.mt.gov.

Nonresidents who wish to apply for big game combination, elk combination or deer combination licenses and deer and elk permits for the 2013 Montana hunting season can also apply online or download an application from FWP's website.

May 1 is the deadline to apply for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison licenses. June 1 is the deadline to apply for Elk B, Deer B and Antelope licenses. Cow elk hunting opportunities are available as "Elk B" licenses; and doe hunting opportunities are available as "Deer B" licenses.