Wildlife commission makes major changes to mountain lion hunting
The changes mean that in split units, when lion season opens for the winter limited and unlimited permit holders may hunt the same areas.
Source: helenair.com
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The changes mean that in split units, when lion season opens for the winter limited and unlimited permit holders may hunt the same areas.
The proposal now moves to a 30-day public comment period before final commission action in February.
The vote followed a passionate hearing where commissioners and public commenters sparred over fair chase ethics, science-based wildlife management and legislative mandates.