10/15/2026
We love seeing the next generation of hunters making memories and keeping the hunting tradition alive..good luck out there!👏🏻 see ya soon!!
Young hunters, your turn starts tomorrow!
Montana’s Youth Deer-Only Hunt runs October 15–16, 2026, coinciding with Montana’s annual two-day teachers’ convention, no-school days for most public school students.
The two-day hunt is open to:
• Legally licensed 12–15-year-olds who have completed hunter education and are accompanied by a non-hunting adult at least 18 years of age.
• Properly certified and legally licensed apprentice hunters ages 10–15 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. All regulations apply.
Good luck to all young hunters! Stay safe and check the regulations before hitting the field here: https://fwp.mt.gov/hunt/regulations