Spring Black Bear and Spring Turkey Seasons Open Today, April 15

Posted by Angela Montana on April 15, 2025

Spring black bear hunting season opens April 15

Here are some reminders:

There is a 48-hour reporting requirement for all black bear harvests.
Mandatory inspection of black bear harvests has changed.
It is lawful to use hounds to train and/or hunt for spring black bears in some areas. Check the regulations.

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Spring turkey hunting season opens April 15

Turkey hunters can purchase a turkey license for a general area at FWP offices, license providers or online.
Regulations are available at FWP offices, license providers and online at fwp.mt.gov.

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