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Montana adds new restrictions for flying to access landlocked public land

1 month ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

Changes made to improve hunting experiencesRelatedEarlier this month, Gov. Greg Gianforte signed into law after it passed the Senate 48-2 and the House by 98-1. The bill, which goes into effect on Oct. 1, 2025, adds new restrictions for hunters planning to fly into a landlocked parcel of public land, according to the Billings Gazette. The bill, which was sponsored by Sen.
Sale of public lands removed from “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”

1 month ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

Bill moves onto Senate after narrowly passing in the House with a vote of 215-214RelatedThe possible sale of public lands has been curbed following an aggressive bipartisan effort to strip the language from President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The provision would have authorized the sale or transfer of more than 500,000 acres of public lands across Utah and Nevada with some going to development of affordable housing, according to the Bozeman Daily Chronicle.
Utah Republicans advance amendment to sell public lands

1 month ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

Sale would target lands in Washington and Beaver countiesRelatedAbout 11,000 acres of public land in Utah and Nevada could be up for sale following a last-minute amendment approved by the House National Resources Committee. The amendment will be “tucked into the larger budget reconciliation bill,” which House Republicans anticipate passing in a single vote, according to the Deseret News. In Utah, the saleable public lands fall within Washington and Beaver counties.
How to use mapping and research tools to plan out your spring bear hunt

1 month ago | gohunt.com | Jake Horton

Simple steps to put you in position to not only find a unit to hunt bears, but map out your area in e-scouting to find successRelatedUsing the GOHUNT Terrain Analysis Tool to help highlight spring bear spots. Spring bear season in the western Lower 48 is a favorite hunt for many hunters. As the winter lull ends, the days lengthen, and the mountains come alive with vegetation and new life, the Black Bear emerges from their den, hungry and ready to forage.
Pneumonia-causing bacteria found in Montana bighorn sheep

2 months ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

Two rams in HD 622 test positive for diseaseRelatedDisease has infiltrated Hunt District 622 in Montana. Last week, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) reported that two rams – one harvested by a hunter last fall and another found dead during FWP’s spring survey – tested positive for Mycoplasma ovipneumonia, the bacteria that causes pneumonia in bighorn sheep and typically results in massive die-offs.
Colorado wolf found dead in Rocky Mountain National Park

2 months ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

Other reintroduced wolves found near Denver, Boulder and Estes ParkRelatedAnother gray wolf from Colorado’s reintroduction effort is dead. The female wolf, which was reported dead on April 20, was found in Rocky Mountain National Park, according to The Colorado Sun. The cause is unclear as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service still needs to complete a necropsy.
67% of Idaho mule deer fawns and 93% of elk calves survived this winter

2 months ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

Plus a comparison of previous years numbers of fawn and calf survivalRelatedIdaho’s mule deer fawns and elk calves are doing pretty good – for the moment. The latest statewide winter survival data found that 67% of fawns and 93% of calves (with collars) have survived through mid-March; however, late March and April can be the toughest time for young animals, according to a news release.
Idaho considers new hunting rules for drones, thermals, optics and more

2 months ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

With advances in technology, Idaho's Hunting and Advanced Technology Working Group looks at changes to some hunting methods/rulesRelatedWith continual advances in technology – whether it’s optics, rifles, scopes and more – fish and game agencies are charged with changing rules and regulations to make hunting fair for all. Idaho has a working group that focuses on this specifically – the Hunting and Advanced Technology (HAT) Working Group.
New study finds restoring grizzlies to California feasible

2 months ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

Researchers say they could “likely” thrive if returned to native stateRelatedA new study found that grizzly bears “likely can thrive” if returned to California. The California Grizzly Alliance released its peer-reviewed study, Recovering Grizzly Bears in California, this week. The study found that there are “no insurmountable biological, ecological, economic, legal or policy obstacles” to return the once native animals to the state, according to the Sierra Sun Times.
Montana shed hunter attacked by grizzly bear

2 months ago | gohunt.com | Kristen Schmitt

13-year-old bear killed in self-defense near DupuyerRelated‘Tis the season for grizzly bear attacks. And a Montana shed hunter got to experience one up close and personal last Friday. Fortunately, he lived to tell the tale. The attack occurred while the man sought out shed antlers in north-central Montana near Dupuyer, according to a news release. He first spotted the bear “on a brushy hillside” and was charged “at close range” when he was leaving.