Nonresident hunters who signed up for the Alternates List can now check their position on the list by logging into their MyFWP account.
The Alternates List gives nonresident hunters a second chance to obtain a combination license (big game, general elk or general deer). These licenses become available when other hunters return them, often due to medical issues or refund requests.
Here's how it works:
- After the sign-up period closed on June 1, the list was randomized.
- Each customer on the list was assigned a random number.
- As returned licenses become available, hunters at the top of the randomized list will be contacted first to finalize the purchase of the license, and so on until the returned nonresident combo licenses are filled.
- You will have five days to finalize your purchase. If you don't finalize within this time period, the license will go to the next in line.
- Hunters will be notified by email, so ensure your email address in your MyFWP account is current.
Returned licenses can come in at any time between now and Dec. 1, the final date for refunds. Because of this, the number of licenses available and your chances of receiving one can vary year to year.
To check your number or update your contact information, log into your MyFWP account. For more details on the Alternate's List, go to Alternates List webpage or call the FWP Licensing Call Center at 406-444-2950 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.