VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 17, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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Important Montana Mountain Lion Hunting Updates

The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission has announced a closure to hunting female Mountain Lions in LMU 411 and male Mountain Lions in LMU 391, effective January 27th, 2026, after sunset.

By the order of the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission, LMU 411 shall be closed to all hunting of female Mountain Lions one-half hour after sunset on Tuesday January 27th, 2026.

For detailed quota status please see https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/speciesHuntingGuide?wmrSpeciesCd=ML

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By the order of the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission, LMU 391 shall be closed to all hunting of male Mountain Lions one-half hour after sunset on Tuesday January 27th, 2026.

For detailed quota status please see https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/speciesHuntingGuide?wmrSpeciesCd=ML

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