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Sep 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Upland Game Bird Enhancement Program Advisory Council Draft Agenda
The council meeting objectives include hosting a habitat tour, reviewing program expansion and fiscal updates for FY26, discussing project enrollments and budgets, and revisiting the program statute regarding the program cap. Additionally, the council will cover department policy on virtual fencing, the status of the VPA-HIP program, statewide partnership updates, and a potential report on a human dimension survey concerning hunter activities. The agenda also includes time for regional and department reports, public comment, and strategic planning.
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The agenda includes administrative items such as the Call to Order and Director's Report. Action items involve a discussion on Full Site Seasonal Closures at State Parks. Informational updates are scheduled regarding the 2025 State Parks Visitation Report and the Cultural/Heritage Program.
Mar 23, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Upland Game Bird Enhancement Program Advisory Council Draft Agenda
The council meeting focuses on reviewing fiscal updates, including the biennium budget, unallocated balances, and pending obligations. Key discussion topics include legislative updates, program statuses such as VPA-HIP and pheasant releases, and the development of the 2026 field season work plan. The agenda also features partner presentations, updates on the Block Management Program, and an analysis of the nonresident hunting impact study (HB 568). Additionally, the council will evaluate the previous year's field season performance and discuss future organizational logistics.
Mar 23, 2026·Board meeting
Montana Fish, Wildlife And Parks Ugbep Advisory Council Advisory Council Meeting
The Advisory Council discussed several key initiatives related to the Upland Game Bird Enhancement Program, including updates on program funding, biennial budgets, and license contribution changes. Members reviewed habitat specialist presentations on virtual fencing and project implementation. Discussions included coordination with partners like Pheasants Forever and the Montana Outdoor Legacy Foundation, as well as the status of Block Management programs. The Council also addressed administrative capacity challenges, strategic planning for cooperator retention, and upcoming survey data collection efforts regarding hunter activities. Action items included establishing clearer communication channels with department leadership and planning for future field tours.
