What You Need To Know About The Youth Deer Hunt In Montana
Ready or not, the general big game hunting season is just around the corner here in Montana.
The season opens on Saturday, October 26th, and runs through December 1st.
Thanks to a state law, youth hunters can hit the backcountry a week early for deer hunting.
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Youth Hunting In Montana
State law allows any resident and nonresident youth ten or older to hunt with a valid license during an open season, with certain restrictions applying.
If a hunter turns 12 by January 16, 2025, they may hunt any game species with a valid license during an open season after August 15, 2024.
All youth must still complete an approved hunter education course to go hunting.
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Youth Only Deer Hunt In Montana
This year, the annual deer-only youth deer hunt in Montana is scheduled for October 17th and 18th.
This year's deer-only youth hunt also falls over Montana's Teacher Convention, so kids will already be out of school.
Youth Deer Hunt Details
The two-day youth hunt is open to:
- Legally licensed 12- to 15-year-olds who have completed hunter education and who are accompanied by a nonhunting adult at least 18 years of age
- Properly certified and legally licensed apprentice hunters 10 to 15 years of age who are accompanied by a non-hunting adult mentor at least 21 years of age.
This hunt is for deer only, elk hunting is prohibited, and all regulations apply.
For more information on youth hunting opportunities, go to fwp.mt.gov/hunt/youth.
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