Manitoba Hunting Guide 2020
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HUNTING GUIDE 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS Information contained in this guide reflects the seasons and bag limits for the licence year beginning April 1, 2020 and ending March 31, 2021. This guide is a summary of the wildlife regulations. It is neither a legal document nor a complete collection of the wildlife regulations. It is meant to be a convenient reference only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, some errors or omissions may have occurred. For additional information consult the nearest Manitoba Conservation and Climate or Agriculture and Resource Development Office or, telephone 204-945-6784 in Winnipeg or 1-800-214-6497. For general information on wildlife programs and legislation visit us at www.manitoba.ca/sd/fish_and_wildlife/wildlife/. Minister’s Message ...................................................................................................................................................... 3 How to use this Guide............................................................................................................................................... 4 Important Telephone Numbers ........................................................................................................................ 4 Online Licensing System ........................................................................................................................................ 5 Licence Fees ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Licensing Information .............................................................................................................................................. 7 General Information ................................................................................................................................................12 Hunting on Public Land ....................................................................................................................................14 Hunting on Private Land ...................................................................................................................................15 Land Closed to Hunting ....................................................................................................................................16 Sunrise and Sunset Table .....................................................................................................................................17 Big Game Hunting General Regulations ..................................................................................................19 White-tailed Deer Seasons and Other Regulations .........................................................................26 Near-urban Centre Fire Prohibition Area ................................................................................................31 Moose Seasons and Other Regulations ..................................................................................................35 Elk Seasons and Other Regulations............................................................................................................39 Black Bear Seasons and Other Regulations ...........................................................................................41 Caribou Seasons and Other Regulations ................................................................................................44 Gray Wolf and Coyote Seasons and Other Regulations ................................................................45 Game Bird Hunting General Regulations................................................................................................48 Upland Game Bird Seasons and Other Regulations ........................................................................52 Wild Turkey Seasons and Other Regulations........................................................................................53 Migratory Game Bird Seasons and Other Regulations ..................................................................54 Protection of Privacy Future Game Bird Season Opening Dates ..............................................................................................57 Personal information pertaining to licensing and hunter success is collected Future Big Game Opening Dates ...................................................................................................................58 under the authority of The Wildlife Act, Wildlife Health ..............................................................................................................................................................59 and is used only for surveys and enforcement purposes by Manitoba Hunter Education .......................................................................................................................................................63 Conservation and Climate, and Manitoba The Rights and Responsibilities of First Nations Hunters ..........................................................65 Agriculture and Resource Development. The Rights and Responsibilities of Métis People ..............................................................................66 Information collected is protected by the Protection of Privacy provisions of Big Game Non-draw and Draw Hunter Questionnaire.................................................................67 The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have any questions, regarding the protection of personal information, contact the Access and Privacy Available in alternate formats, upon request. Coordinator in Winnipeg at 204-945-4170. 2 MANITOBA • 2020 HUNTING GUIDE MINISTER’S MESSAGE As Minister of Agriculture and Resource Development, it is my pleasure to present the 2020 Manitoba Hunting Guide. Hunting is a time honoured tradition in Manitoba and this publication provides information critical for all hunters in the province in order to be safe, successful and to promote Manitoba’s hunting heritage. I’m pleased to announce that Manitoba launched a new electronic licensing system where you can purchase your hunting licences online from your home or on your mobile device. You will also be able to buy licences from retailers who have online accounts or by calling a toll free telephone line. We are hoping that this convenience will enhance your Manitoba hunting experience. Please go to www.manitoba.mb.ca/elicensing for more information. Manitoba has a variety of game in all areas of the province that provides diverse opportunities and experiences. Whether you pursue big game or game birds please remember responsible hunting practices will help ensure that we continue to enjoy Manitoba’s great hunting opportunities now and in the future. I encourage you to take the time to introduce new hunters to the many benefits and experiences of hunting and our great outdoors so they can enjoy memories that will last a lifetime. Have a safe, successful and rewarding 2020 hunting season. original signed by Honourable Blaine Pedersen Minister, Agriculture and Resource Development CHANGES FOR 2020 Changes to general regulations are indicated in blue type in the guide. Seasons and bag limits may change significantly from year to year. Please check all season dates and bag limits carefully. Some amendments may occur after the printing of this guide. We encourage hunters to check the amendments on the website at www.manitoba.ca/sd/wildlife/hunting/index.html prior to going in the field. GHA 28, 31A Draw Winter Elk Season Removal of Landowner Elk Season in GHA 20 A new one week winter GHA 28, 31A Draw Elk Season has GHA 38 Restricted Firearm Discharge Area in been added with a one elk bag limit. the R.M. of Rosser GHA 28, 31A Draw Landowner Elk Season A revised GHA 38 Restricted Firearm Discharge Area in the R.M. A new two week winter GHA 28, 31A Draw Landowner Elk has been created Season has been added with a one antlerless elk bag limit. New Spring Conservation GHA 29, 29A Draw Elk Season Canada Goose Season A new three week fall GHA 28, 31A Draw Elk Season has Beginning in 2021, a March 1 to March 31 Conservation Canada been added with a one bull elk bag limit. Goose Season, for all hunters, has been created for GBHZ 3 and GHA 29, 29A Draw Landowner Elk Season 4. The bag limit will be 8 daily and 24 in possession. The use A new two week winter GHA 29, 29A Draw Landowner Elk of electronic calls will be allowed. A free Conservation Canada Season has been added with a one antlerless elk bag limit. Goose Licence will be available in spring 2021. Pending Federal Approval MANITOBA • 2020 HUNTING GUIDE 3 HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE This guide summarizes information dealing with licences and Each wildlife species or group of species has a section in this hunting laws. The guide is neither a legal document nor a summary. Each section deals with basic regulations on hunting complete collection of the current regulations. It is meant to be that species, including the season tables (showing the dates and a convenient reference only. For detailed information, please see: areas where you can hunt that species). • The Wildlife Act, and the regulations made The Game Hunting Areas (GHAs) map appears in the middle under this act of this guide. You can get specific details on the regulations • The Resource Tourism Operators Act and the (including more accurate descriptions of GHAs) from the regulations made under this act appropriate Manitoba