HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears in Bear Management Unit (BMU) 700 with hounds will close one half hour after sunset Monday April 28th, 2025.

The black bear quota for the spring season using hounds in this BMU has been met. For more information, visit FWP's website here?to check the current quota status, or call the toll-free quota line at 1-800-385-7826.