poaching

While not endangered species, these are incredibly rare in Montana and the US. Unfortunately, someone has poached one of these magnificent animals in our state.

Anyone who may have information on this incident are being asked to call Montana’s toll-free hotline for reporting poaching, 1-800-TIP-MONT (847-6668).

A 23-year-old Montana hunting guide has received a lifetime suspension of his hunting, fishing and trapping rights for poaching multiple trophy big game animals in 2017.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are searching for information regarding a recent poaching incident on private land.

If convicted on all the charges, he faces a total of up to 20 years in prison and fines of up to $110,000.