General big game hunting season set to close Nov. 27

Montana's 2005 general big game hunting season will close Sunday, Nov. 27 at one-half hour after sunset. The general season closure includes hunting for fall black bear, elk, deer, mountain goat, moose, bighorn sheep and mountain lion hunting without hounds. Montana's 2005 general river and stream fishing season will close Wednesday, Nov. 30 in all but the eastern district, which remains open all year.

Reporting violations observed in the field immediately is part of ethical hunting. Montana's 1-800-TIP-MONT (1-800-847-6668) call-in line is open 24 hours a day. Callers can remain anonymous and may receive a cash award for their tip. In past hunting seasons TIP-MONT has received many calls with useful information.