Take Action

To ensure adherence to regulations and maintain ethical standards, trappers should:

• Stay Informed: Check the Montana FWP website or contact FWP regional offices for updates on regulations, quotas, or season changes before each trapping season.
• Use Proper Equipment: Regularly inspect traps and snares for wear, ensure breakaway mechanisms are functional, and use only lawful equipment.
• Engage With Landowners: Obtain written permission for trapping on private land and communicate with landowners to avoid conflicts.
• Educate Others: Share knowledge about ethical trapping practices with fellow trappers and the public to promote a positive image of trapping.
• Uphold a Positive Public Image: Ethical trapping practices are essential to preserve trapping opportunities. Unethical and unlawful actions can harm the reputation of trappers and trapping as a privilege.