| HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions will close in Hunting Districts 204, 317 and 331 today, Jan. 6, at one-half hour after sunset. This closure does not apply to holders of Limited Lion Licenses.For more information, visit FWP’s website at fwp.mt.gov/hunt/by-species to check the current quota status. -fwp- |
FWP News: Hunting for male mountains lions to close today in some hunting districts
Posted by Angela Montana on January 6, 2025
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