Tribes announce new license, permit system to begin March 1

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Indian Reservation announce the availability of Hunting, Fishing and Recreation Regulations for the 2014-2015 license season. The new license season begins March 1, 2014.

“We anticipate increased local recreation this year and encourage local residents to get their permit and stamps early”, said Tom McDonald, Manager of the Division of Fish, Wildlife, Recreation and Conservation.

McDonald invites all bird hunters, anglers, recreationists to the Tribes’ Division of Fish, Wildlife, Recreation and Conservation office at 406 6th Avenue East in Polson to obtain their license and regulation booklet for the 2014-2015 permit season. Regular business hours are Monday through Thursday 7 am to 5:30 pm.

According to McDonald, permits are also available at local vendors. The Tribe’s continue implementing the State Automated Licensing System and will offer the new licenses and stamps for sale on the internet athttp://app.mt.gov/index

Contact Amanda Bourdon, Permit Agent, or Germaine White, Information & Education Specialist at 883-2888 if you have questions regarding the Hunting, Fishing and Recreation Regulations for the 2014-2015 season.