What is a Wildlife Management Unit (WMU)?

A Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) is a geographic area used by provincial governments to manage wildlife populations and regulate hunting. Each WMU has specific rules for hunting seasons, bag limits, and permitted species.

How do I find what WMU I am in?

Enter your Canadian postal code in our WMU Lookup tool to instantly find your Wildlife Management Unit. You can also browse WMUs by province.

Why do hunting regulations vary by WMU?

Hunting regulations vary by WMU because wildlife populations, habitats, and conservation needs differ across regions. Provincial wildlife agencies set specific rules for each WMU to ensure sustainable hunting.

What can I hunt in WMU 936?

WMU 936 in Alberta does not have any open hunting seasons at this time. Check back for updated season information.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 936?

WMU 936 in Alberta has specific regulations for big game, predators, small game, and waterfowl. Each species has designated season dates, bag limits, and weapon restrictions. Always verify with Alberta's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU 936?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU 936. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

WMU 936 Alberta — Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations 2026

Crown Land in WMU 936

60% of Alberta is Crown land. Hunting is generally permitted on general-use parcels with a valid licence — No contact required for Public Land Use Zones. Confirm the exact polygon before you hunt.

Public Land (General)(huntable)

Agricultural Crown Land(huntable)

Provincial Grazing Reserves(huntable)

Provincial Parks & Protected Areas(huntable)

Big Game

10 species

White-Tailed Deer

Antlered & AntlerlessArchery Only

Oct 17 2026 - Oct 31 2026

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered & AntlerlessGeneral

Nov 9 2026 - Nov 30 2026

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Moose

Antlered (Draw)General

■ Nov 1 2026 - Nov 23 2026

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Moose

Antlerless (Draw)General

■ Nov 1 2026 - Nov 23 2026

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Moose

Antlered (Draw)Archery Only

■ Oct 17 2026 - Oct 31 2026

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Moose

Antlerless (Draw)Archery Only

■ Oct 17 2026 - Oct 31 2026

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Elk

Antlered (Draw)Archery Only

■ Oct 17 2026 - Oct 31 2026

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Elk

Antlerless (Draw)Archery Only

■ Oct 17 2026 - Oct 31 2026

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Elk

Antlered (Draw)General

■ Nov 1 2026 - Nov 23 2026

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Elk

Antlerless (Draw)General

■ Nov 1 2026 - Nov 23 2026

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Small Game

5 species

Spruce Grouse

Sept 8 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15

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Pheasant (Male)

Sept 8 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 2Possession: 6

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Gray Partridge

Sept 8 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15

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Ruffed Grouse

Sept 8 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15

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Sharp-Tailed Grouse

Oct 1 2026 - Oct 31 2026

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15

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Waterfowl

4 species

Snow Or Ross'S Geese

Zone 1

Sept 1 2026 - Dec 16 2026

Daily Limit: 50 totalPossession: No Limit

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Snow Or Ross'S Geese

Zone 1

Mar 15 2027 - June 15 2027

Daily Limit: 50 totalPossession: No Limit

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Ducks, Coots And Snipe

Zone 1

Sept 1 2026 - Dec 16 2026

Daily Limit: 8 eachPossession: 24 each

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Canada, Cackling, Or White-Fronted Geese

Zone 1

Sept 1 2026 - Dec 16 2026

Daily Limit: 8 totalPossession: 24 total

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Data last updated: August 6, 2026

WMU 936Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations

Crown Land in WMU 936

Big Game

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

Moose

Moose

Moose

Moose

Elk

Elk

Elk

Elk

Small Game

Spruce Grouse

Pheasant (Male)

Gray Partridge

Ruffed Grouse

Sharp-Tailed Grouse

Waterfowl

Snow Or Ross'S Geese

Snow Or Ross'S Geese

Ducks, Coots And Snipe

Canada, Cackling, Or White-Fronted Geese

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