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 2-1?

WMU 2-1 in British Columbia does not have any open hunting seasons at this time. Check back for updated season information.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 2-1?

WMU 2-1 in British Columbia 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 British Columbia's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU 2-1?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU 2-1. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

British Columbia

WMU 2-1Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations

2026-2027 Season

Crown Land in WMU 2-1

94% of British Columbia is Crown land. Hunting is generally permitted on general-use parcels with a valid licence — Hunting is permitted on Crown land without permission or fees for transitory use. Confirm the exact polygon before you hunt.

Crown Land(huntable)

Parks & Protected Areas(huntable)

No Shooting / Discharge Restricted(restricted)

Predators

4 species

Bobcat

Trapping

Nov 15 2026 - Feb 15 2027

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Coyote

Trapping

Sept 10 2026 - June 15 2027

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Coyote

Trapping

Sept 10 2027 - June 15 2028

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Fox

Trapping

Oct 15 2026 - Feb 28 2027

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Small Game

9 species

Beaver

Trapping

Oct 15 2026 - Apr 30 2027

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Beaver

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Disclaimer: Regulations can change. Always verify with British Columbia's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting.