Following through on his commitment to meet with Montanans in each of the state’s 56 counties, Governor Greg Gianforte tomorrow will kick off his second annual 56 County Tour in eastern Montana. “Meeting with and listening to Montanans is the best way I know to do the job they elected me to do,” Gov. Gianforte said. “I look forward to visiting communities across our state and hearing firsthand from folks about the successes they enjoy and the challenges they face.” The governor will kick off the 2022 56 County Tour in Custer County tomorrow, with additional stops in Powder River and Carter counties. In his first year in office, Gov. Gianforte logged thousands of miles on his first tour, meeting with Montanans in each of the state’s 56 counties. Highlights from the governor’s 2021 tour included a town hall focusing on drought conditions and the modernization of the state’s outdated drought response plan in McCone County, visiting a job center in Ravalli County to discuss the importance of workforce development and trades education, and convening a roundtable of Lincoln County residents about the impact of the extended closure of the U.S.-Canadian border on their families, businesses, and community. Information on Governor Gianforte’s 2021 56 County Tour can be found here .

AGENDA BEAVERHEAD COUNTY/CITY BOARD OF HEALTH City Council Room, Dillon City Hall Dillon, Montana 59725 12:30 P.M. Friday, March 25, 2022 Call meeting to order ~ Establish Quorum 1. Public Health Update 2. Board of Health Authority Discussion DISCUSSION and/or ACTION ITEMS • Old Business ~ Approval of October 20, 2021 Minutes • New Business • Public Discussion/Comments on Subjects Under BOH Jurisdiction Not on Agenda • Meeting Schedule ~ Next meeting Tentatively April 22, 2022 • Adjourn the meeting

The 16th Annual Dillon Rotary Ice Melt Contact came to an end March 16, 2022 at 3:38 PM, when the ice thawed to drop the weight through the ice and stop the clock. Funds raised during the contest will be used to support the local community primarily through helping youth learn, develop and grow. The winners of this year’s Ice Melt contest are: 1st Place – $500- Tanna Fullenkamp 2nd Place-$250-Greg Cooper 3rd Place-$100-Teri Lunsden Congratulations to the winners and thank you to the Dillon Community for supporting Rotary Club of Dillon. For additional information about the Rotary Club of Dillon, please email Mike Blando at mikeblando0717@gmail.com or Tina Giem at tgiem@barretthospital.org

The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks watercraft inspection station near Anaconda intercepted three boats carrying invasive mussels over the weekend. One boat was coming from Michigan heading for Yakima, Wash., another other was coming from Florida heading for the Seattle area, and the third boat was coming from Ohio heading to British Columbia. The three boats had been out of the water for some time, and the mussels were not viable. All people transporting motorized or nonmotorized boats into Montana must have their watercraft inspected before launching. Boat owners are required to stop at all open watercraft inspection stations. Persons purchasing used boats should ensure the watercraft are clean, drained and dry before crossing Montana state line. To arrange an AIS inspection, call 406-444-2440. Other inspection stations are scheduled to open in early April. Always ensure your boat is clean, drained and dry when removing from the water.

Click here for the Montana Farm Bureau Scholarship Portal. By creating an account in our Scholarship Portal you will be able to apply for this scholarship and view other Farm Bureau scholarships for which you may be eligible. Scholarships Offered The Montana Farm Bureau Federation Scholarship, Sponsored by the Women's Leadership Committee The Montana Farm Bureau Federation will present two, $1,500.00 scholarships made available through special efforts of the MFB Women’s Leadership Committee. The scholarships are available to both boys and girls. The winner will be selected on the following criteria: 1) Must be an incoming college freshman. 2) Scholarship must be used the year it is awarded. 3) Must be a current paid Montana Farm Bureau member, or an immediate member of a current paid Montana Farm Bureau family. This application is due on April 1, 2022. Montana Farm Bureau Foundation Future of Agriculture Honor Scholarship The $1,500 Future of Agriculture Honor Scholarship Application is administered by the Montana Farm Bureau Foundation through generous donations from Seed Source, Inc. of Toston, MT. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist students towards the completion of a degree in a field pertaining to agriculture. A special emphasis will be given to applicants who have shown ingenuity in agricultural production and advancement of small scale agriculture. 1) Applicants must be pursuing a major, minor or graduate degree in a field pertaining to agriculture from an accredited institute of higher education2) Students must be enrolled at that institution for the Fall 2022 semester and achieved at least a sophomore level of education. This application is due on April 1, 2022. Bernard Greufe Honor Scholarship The $1,500 Bernard Greufe Honor Scholarship was established to assist Montana Farm Bureau members and children of members pursue a higher education. 1) Applicants must be pursuing a degree from an accredited institute of higher education. Award is not limited to students pursuing a degree or career in agriculture. This application is due on April 1, 2022. 2022 Collegiate Young Farmer & Rancher Scholarship The Montana Farm Bureau Foundation will award one (1) $1,000 scholarship to a current member of the Collegiate Chapter of Young Farmers and Ranchers at MSU Bozeman, UM Western, Miles Community College or Dawson Community College. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist Collegiate Young Farmer and Rancher members in pursuing a higher education. This application is due on April 1, 2022. 2022 Yellowstone County Farm Bureau Scholarship The Yellowstone County Farm Bureau Scholarship was organized to give aid to students with a desire to pursue a career in the agricultural industry/rural communities. Up to three (3) $500 scholarships will be awarded to High School Seniors -AND- up to two (2) $500 scholarships will be awarded to ANY Higher Education student graduating/graduated from Yellowstone County. A scholarship selection committee will review all applications and will choose up to five award recipients based upon academic achievement, financial need, career goals, extracurricular activities, determination, leadership skills, and an emphasis on a career in agriculture/rural America. This application is due on April 1, 2022. Note: This application is not available via the portal. Click here for a downloadable application.

Two students from the University of Montana Western’s Department of Environmental Science, Torie Bollinger and Kori Mooney, have received positions as Seasonal Hydrologic Technicians for the United States Forest Service in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. Torie Bollinger Torie Bollinger has always loved to be on, in or by the water, and interested in making water studies and the outdoors a focus for her life. She grew up in Indiana, just outside of Indianapolis. “I wanted to move out west to study environmental science in a place where I could experience the outdoors, making Montana Western the place to be,” she said. While at Montana Western, Bollinger says she’s had the opportunity to gain valuable field experience from the E.S. professors that will be critical as she pursues her professional career. “Montana Western has allowed me to be in the field and gain skills hands-on. This has really prepared me for the position this summer where I will be in the field frequently. I value the amount of time that we have made the outdoors our classroom,” she said. Bollinger will graduate this spring with a B.S. in Environmental Sustainability with a focus in Natural Resources Management. When asked about furthering her education and attending graduate school, she said “I do plan on attending graduate school in the future. I would like to gain more experience in my field of study so I can feel comfortable choosing a master’s program that will suit me. I would like to study hydrology with a focus on fish habitat.” This summer, she will be working as a Seasonal Hydrologic Technician (GS-4) for the United States Forest Service in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. “I am excited to be outdoors where I can learn next to my good friend and colleague, Kori Mooney. I know that we will be able to achieve the goals set in front of us this upcoming season and enjoy our time doing it,” said Bollinger. Bollinger says that she is thankful for the knowledge that the Environmental Science professors have passed on to her. Her academic advisor, Dr. Arica Crootof, has helped guide her throughout her undergraduate experience and she is grateful for the support and encouragement she has received over the past four years. Last year was her first year working for the United States Forest Service. She worked with the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest’s Trail Crew and Recreation Program. “I am feeling ambitious knowing that we have the opportunity to complete important watershed projects throughout southwest Montana. I am very excited to start my hydrology career and appreciative of the individuals who have helped me reach my goals.” Kori Mooney Kori Mooney grew up in Kalispell, Montana, and graduated from Flathead High School in 2017. She began college at the University of Montana before transferring to Montana Western for the small class sizes, affordability and flexibility of the block schedule. “I first came to Montana Western for the education program. While completing my gen-eds, I took an applied chemistry class with Dr. Schoenemann where we collected water samples throughout the valley and ran extensive testing in the chem lab. I did well in the class and had so much fun that I changed my major to Environmental Science,” Mooney said. She then applied for and received a grant to work on a paleoclimate study with Dr. Schoenemann shortly after completing his class. Mooney says the Environmental Sciences (E.S.) Department at UMW has given her great experience conducting field science and analysis. She says the hands-on classes she has taken over the years have been extraordinary. “This past semester, nearly half of my days in class were out in the field. We were using tools such as a flow meter and auto leveler in Hydrology and Surficial Processes that I will be using for my job this summer and fall,” said Mooney. Mooney would like to credit the Montana Western professors for helping guide and mentor her as she has progressed through her academic career. “I consider all of the E.S. faculty to be my neighbors and friends. Dr. Schoenemann has always pushed me to work harder, refine my craft and create professional level products. Dr. Crootof has helped me find perspective and balance, often counseling me about what the future could look like from grad school to jobs in the different sectors.” Mooney will receive a Bachelor of Environmental Science with an emphasis in Geology from UMW this spring. Mooney is passionate about the interactions between water and climate. This summer, she will kickstart her career as a hydrologist by joining a team that works on the surface waters of southwestern Montana. She plans to attend graduate school after gaining experience in this field of work. “I am excited to be using my degree. We have a trout habitat restoration project in the Selway coming up this fall. I am really excited to learn more about the ecology side of hydrology, since my training has primarily focused on the physical properties of water and the landscapes they carve,” Mooney said. The Selway Creek Watershed Westslope Cutthroat Trout Restoration project will also include streamflow monitoring and road surveying. This will be Mooney’s seventh season working to restore and protect public lands in Montana. For more information about Experience One and the University of Montana Western, or to schedule a visit, call 877-683-7331 or visit www.umwestern.edu .

Dillon Montana Community Foundation Wednesday, March 23, 2022 5:00 PM Big Sky Cinema 560 N Montana Street Dillon, MT AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. March 9, 2022 Meeting Minutes 3. Financial Report 4. Pint Night April 22, 2022 5. Duck Race – June 11, 2022 Ticket Sales Stage Coach Tour Touch a Truck Carnival Games, Face Painter, Balloon Tier, Pie Eating Contest Car Show Community Garage Sale Duck Decorating Contest 6. History Days July 22-24, 2022 Friday, July 22 10:00 a.m. PIMA Medical Institute Open House 2:00 p.m. Teddy Bear Picnic at Jaycee Park 2:00 p.m. Beaverhead County Museum Geology and Mining 6:00 p.m. Philip Page, Cowboy Songs at Jaycee Park ?? Car Show ?? Smash a Truck 8:00 p.m. Square Dancing at the Elk’s Saturday, July 23 10:00 a.m. City Wide Sidewalk Sales 10:00 a.m. Vendors Downtown 11:00 a.m. The Bookstore – Steve Morehouse Lewis & Clark Living History 11:00 a.m. Beaverhead County Museum Geology and Mining 12:00 p.m. Blowin’ Smoke Barbecue Cook Off Sampling 12:00 p.m. Brewfest 1:00 p.m. Indigenous People of Southwest Montana by Ron Loge 4:00 p.m. “Confounding of Dillon” 9:00 p.m. Street Concert Sunday, July 24 10:00 a.m. Community Church Service 11:00 a.m. Blowin’ Smoke Barbecue Cook Off Judging 12:00 p.m. Community Picnic and Old-Fashioned Games 1:00 p.m. Award Ceremony and Recognition of Founders 7. Kiss the Pig Contest 8. Labor Day Weekend Bazaar September 2-6, 2022 9. Raffle 10. Other topics of discussion a. Marketing/Publicity, Facebook page, Logo b, Insurance c. Permits d, Sponsorships e. Street Repair updates Committee Members: Stan Smith – Chair Cory Birkenbuel – Vice Chair Stacey Roundy – Treasurer/Secretary Debbie Sporich Raymond Graham Brenda Womack Rebecca Jones Bill Shafer Candi Whitworth

Along with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Governor Greg Gianforte today announced a record-setting oil and gas lease sale on state trust lands, netting $1,187,194 from the first quarter of 2022. “Ramping up American-made energy in Montana is one of many ways to reduce our reliance on foreign energy sources,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Additionally, proceeds from these oil and gas lease sales will benefit our schools, ensuring our kids have access to the best education possible.” Approved by the State Board of Land Commissioners this morning, this sale represents the most revenue from a sale since 2014. It also ranks as the seventh highest average bid price per acre in the history of oil and gas lease sales on state trust lands. The first quarter sale included 36 tracts in Daniels, Phillips, Roosevelt, Rosebud, Toole, and Valley counties. The record-setting sale and number of bids can be attributed to holding the lease sale for the first time in an online auction format through EnergyNet. Modernizing state government to better serve Montanans and responsibly developing Montana’s abundant natural resources are among the governor’s top priorities which he outlined in his Montana Comeback Plan. “Our Trust Lands Management Division took to heart Governor Gianforte’s goal to reduce red tape across state government. Moving sales to an online format allows more bidders to participate in auctions, increasing competition and bid amounts,” DNRC Director Amanda Kaster said. Funds generated by leases on state trust lands contribute to the education fund for the state. Oil and gas leases are comprised of a set annual leasing fee per acre, plus a one-time competitive bid, known as the bonus amount. If the leases are developed and produce oil, they generate additional royalty revenues. DNRC manages state trust lands, including the auction of oil and gas leases. The next oil and gas lease sale taking place in June has 179 nominated tracts. Details on the sale and oil and gas leasing can be found on the DNRC website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/minerals-management.

Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana has finalized a Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), making Montana only the tenth state in the nation where state-inspected meat and poultry processors can ship their products across state lines. “With expanded opportunities for Montana meat processors, we’re helping add value and get Montana’s superior beef, poultry, pork, and lamb to market throughout the United States,” Gov. Gianforte said. “My hat’s off to Executive Officer Mike Honeycutt and his team at the Montana Department of Livestock for working with USDA to expand capacity for our meat processors.” Authorized in 2008 and launched by USDA in 2012, the CIS program permits selected state-inspected establishments that comply with federal inspection requirements to ship their product in interstate commerce. Under the leadership of Executive Officer Mike Honeycutt, and with funding approved by the 2021 Montana Legislature, the Montana Department of Livestock has been working with USDA since August 2021 to secure the state’s participation in the program. “The addition of the Cooperative Interstate Shippers program to the Department of Livestock’s services is a tremendous win for Montana’s livestock producers and processors,” Honeycutt said. “Following the governor’s emphasis on growing value-added agricultural processing in his Montana Comeback Plan and significant financial investments made by the state to help meat processors grow their processing capacity, the CIS program will now give state inspected processors an option to expand and grow their markets beyond our state borders.” The CIS program is limited to states that have established a Meat and Poultry Inspection (MPI) program for products to be shipped solely within the state. FSIS will reimburse Montana for 60% of costs associated with providing interstate eligible inspection service. Additional information on the CIS program can be found at www.fsis.usda.gov/cis .

In honor of Montana agriculture, the state’s number one industry, Governor Greg Gianforte today proclaimed March 20-26 Montana Agriculture Week and March 20 Montana Meat Day. "As Montanans, we take great pride in the world-class ag products grown, raised, or made here in the Treasure State," Gov. Gianforte said. Serving as the cornerstone to rural communities across our great state, our farmers and ranchers produce the best products and work hard to feed our nation and the world." Since 1973, Americans have celebrated National Ag Day to recognize the agriculture industry, its families, and their treasured way of life. Throughout Montana Agriculture Week, Gov. Gianforte will promote Montana’s agriculture industry and the more than 27,000 working farms and ranches in the state today. In response to the MeatOut challenge designed to remove meat from diets, Gov. Gianforte also proclaimed Sunday, March 20 Montana Meat Day. The governor encourages all Montanans to celebrate Montana Meat Day with some world-class beef, chicken, lamb, or pork from Montana ranchers. The governor's Montana Agriculture Week proclamation and Montana Meat Day proclamation can be viewed here and here .

Governor Greg Gianforte this morning invited Minnesota small business owners to bring their businesses and good-paying jobs to Montana as they face massive tax hikes in Minnesota. “As a business leader and entrepreneur, I understand it’s critical for the success of your business to have tax and regulatory stability and certainty, which allows you to thrive, create jobs, and increase opportunities. Anything less than certainty and stability is bad for business,” the governor wrote in an open letter to Minnesota small business owners. “I write to offer you greater tax and regulatory certainty as well as a business-friendly climate in Montana,” the governor continued. This week, state leaders in Minnesota failed to replenish the state’s unemployment insurance trust fund after borrowing funds from the federal government during the pandemic. The fund, which is $1.3 billion in debt, will now be filled with revenue from a 30% tax hike on first quarter payroll tax bills for Minnesota businesses. Writing to fellow entrepreneurs and business owners in Minnesota, Gov. Gianforte outlined what makes Montana the best place to do business, including a stable, predictable climate for business, a recently overhauled pro-business, pro-jobs tax code, and a 2021 tax cut that provides $120 million in permanent tax relief for Montanans. “These are just a few reasons why Montana was recently ranked the best state to start a small business,” the governor wrote. The governor also emphasized Montana’s excellent quality of life, rich outdoor heritage, and Montanans’ work ethic which set the Treasure State apart. Reflecting on his success building a business in Montana and creating 500 high-wage Montana jobs, the governor wrote, “We only succeeded…because of Montanans’ strong work ethic. I’m confident you can find success here too.” Gov. Gianforte concluded, “If you value freedom and free enterprise and are looking for a location to do business that has a stable, predictable, business-friendly climate, look no further than Montana.” The governor’s open letter to Minnesota small business owners can be viewed in full here .

Gov. Greg Gianforte is seeking applications from people interested in filling a vacancy on the Montana State Parks and Recreation Board. The vacancy was created when former board member Mary Moe announced she was stepping down. The successful applicant will represent District 3, which is the north-central part of the state and includes Glacier, Toole, Liberty, Blaine, Pondera, Teton, Choteau, Cascade, Fergus, Judith Basin, Meagher and Wheatland counties. To be considered, applicants must be informed or experienced in the conservation and protection of state parks, heritage resources, natural resources, tourism promotion and development, or outdoor recreation. The Montana State Parks and Recreation Board is a citizen-led board appointed by the governor that consists of five members representing each of the regional districts in the state. The board sets policies and provides direction for: the management, protection, conservation and preservation of Montana’s state parks and recreational resources, and  coordinating, integrating, promoting, and furthering opportunities for education and recreation at these sites. The board also works with the Fish and Wildlife Commission to maintain hunting and angling opportunities on these lands and waters, establishes rules of use, and reviews and approves acquisitions, among other duties. Current board members are: Jody Loomis, District 1: Northwest Russ Kipp (Chair), District 2: Southwest Kathy McLane, District 4: Northeast Scott Brown, District 5: Southeast To apply for the Montana State Parks and Outdoor Recreation Board and for more information, visit  boards.mt.gov .

The Montana Arts Council (MAC) announces a one-time grant opportunity for professional artists made possible by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The ARPA Artist grants for individuals will open March 17th with funds available to support specific, definable projects including presentations, performances, tours, workshops, research, and the creation of artwork. In April, an operating support grant for 501c3 arts organizations will follow; details for that grant will be made available soon. The ARPA Artist grants will allow the Montana Arts Council to directly support artists for the creation of new work, and represent a unique opportunity for Montanans working in the arts to continue recovering from two years of disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With award amounts ranging from $2,500 to $10,000, these grants are available to professionals working in any artistic discipline. In the weeks leading up to the April 21st deadline, MAC staff will host a series of weekly Zoom Q&A sessions to answer questions about the application in the leadup to the deadline. The first session will be March 24th at 1 p.m. To register, go to https://mt-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kceCorT4oGdxwkd4xdu-Gvui1_Z56JYqD For more program information and details about how to apply, visit art.mt.gov/arpa

The Annual Colt Challenge and Sale, hosted by the University of Montana Western and the Montana Center for Horsemanship, will take place April 1-2, 2022, at the Montana Center for Horsemanship in Dillon, Montana. Montana Western’s Colt Challenge and Sale will be held April 1-2, 2022, at the Montana Center for Horsemanship. Students and colts compete in a series of events that demonstrate their wide range of abilities on the first day, and the following day, a public auction features the colts for sale, with all proceeds reinvested in the program in order to provide scholarships to Natural Horsemanship majors at the University of Montana Western. The Colt Challenge will also include students from Montana State University who are bringing their colts and will be participating in the competition portion of the event (the colts from MSU will not be for sale). Schedule of Events: Friday, April 1st Colt Challenge: 9:00 a.m. Saturday, April 2nd Preview: 10:00 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. Sale: 1:00 p.m. More than two dozen of the best bred colts are donated by some of the finest ranches in the region. The colts receive approximately 90 days of Natural Horsemanship training from equine students in the Natural Horsemanship/Equine Studies Bachelor of Science Degree program at Montana Western, under the guidance and leadership of the MCH Horsemanship Instructors. The young horses are familiarized with being in enclosed areas, as well as experiencing the many surrounding mountains and trails. They are also exposed to situations that occur both indoors and out and working with cattle, ropes, and anything a horse and rider might encounter in ranching or recreational riding. Simultaneously, students and instructors get an in-depth feel for each horse, that enables them to convey this information to potential buyers. The horses and students are featured on Facebook leading up to the main event in April with information about the colts including their color, conformation, personalities, and skills. More information about the 2022 Colt Challenge and Sale, including the sale catalog, will be available on the University of Montana Western website as the event approaches. Those interested in attending the auction can do so in person, online, or by phone. To bid online, participants must pre-register at least one day prior to the sale. To pre-register, please visit bid.northernlivestockvideo.com and click “Get Approved to Bid.” Participants can then bid online via desktop by visiting www.northernlivestockvideo.com the day of the sale or by downloading the Northern Livestock Auction mobile app. To bid by phone, pre-register by calling Northern Livestock Video Auction at 866-616-5035 before the sale day to obtain a bid number. Bidders can then phone in the day of the sale by calling 406-245-0889. The sale order will be posted on Friday, April 1st by 5:00 p.m. on the Montana Western Colt Challenge and Sale website and Facebook page. The Annual Colt Challenge and Sale corporate sponsors include CHS Inc., New Generation Supplements, Rocky Mountain Supply, and Zinpro Performance Minerals in partnership with the University of Montana Western and the Montana Center for Horsemanship. Saturday’s complimentary lunch is sponsored by Beaverhead Motors. We wish to thank our sponsors for their generous support of the event and the students in the program. The Equine Studies Department at the University of Montana Western offers the nation’s only Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Horsemanship with options in management, psychology, science and instruction, and was ranked among the “Best Equestrian Colleges” by ThoughtCo.com. The Montana Center for Horsemanship is the first and only equine center in the United States that is devoted expressly to promoting ‘Natural Horsemanship.’ With its stables, arenas, riding areas, and instructors, the center serves as the primary facility and progressive teaching resource for Montana Western’s Natural Horsemanship BS curriculum. The MCH teaches the ‘La Cense Method,’ which was developed under William Kriegel, owner of La Cense Montana and Haras de la Cense in France. Mr. Kriegel is also co-founder of MCH, and he has been involved in Natural Horsemanship for many years. The La Cense Method is a progressive, step-by-step process that blends the best of traditional horsemanship training with the art of training and riding horses—all in a manner that works with a horse’s behavior, instincts, and personality. Taking a positive and respectful approach, the La Cense Method gradually builds trust, and frees the horses to be confident in all they are asked to perform. For more information about the Colt Challenge and Sale, please contact Head Natural Horsemanship Instructor, Eric Hoffmann, by email at eric.hoffmann@umwestern.edu or call 406-925-1499.

In the last few days Dillon PD has received multiple reports about someone potentially trying to break into vehicles. We advise everyone to please keep your doors and vehicles locked. Please see the attached video and contact the Dillon Police Department at 406 683-3701 with any related information. Video can be seen here.

New regulation booklets for upland gamebirds are available online at fwp.mt.gov/hunt/regulations . Printed booklets will be available later this month. This year, the booklets include turkey hunting regulations. A turkey is considered an upland gamebird by Montana statute. Also new in the 2022 upland gamebird regulations: Turkey hunting in Region 4 has changed to a general license spring opportunity. Fall turkey and mountain grouse may be taken with an .177 caliber air rifle shooting a performance ballistic alloy pellet at least 1,250 feet per second as specified by the manufacturer or with an .22 caliber air rifle shooting a performance ballistic alloy pellet at least 950 feet per second as specified by the manufacturer. Hunting and fishing licenses are now accessible through a secure and convenient mobile app. The Montana MyFWP app provides a digital wallet to store and display licenses and digital carcass tags, known as E-Tags, that can validate your harvest in the field. The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission approved hunting regulations for the 2022 and 2023 hunting seasons during its Feb. 4 meeting. All final regulations approved at the meeting went into effect when the new license year began on March 1.