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 3-46?

WMU 3-46 in British Columbia currently has open seasons for: Black Bear, Beaver, Muskrat, River Otter. Check specific season dates and regulations before hunting.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 3-46?

WMU 3-46 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 3-46?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU 3-46. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

WMU 3 46 British Columbia — Hunting Regulations 2025-2026

Big Game

7 species

Mule Deer (Black-Tailed)

4 Point Bucks

Sep 20 2026 - Sep 30 2026

Possession: 1

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Mule Deer (Black-Tailed)

Bucks

Oct 1 2026 - Oct 31 2026

Possession: 1

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Mule Deer (Black-Tailed)

4 Point Bucks

Nov 1 2026 - Dec 10 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Bucks

Sep 20 2026 - Dec 10 2026

Possession: 2

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless

Oct 10 2026 - Oct 31 2026

Possession: 2

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White-Tailed Deer

Either SexYouth only

Nov 1 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Possession: 2

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Moose

Spike-Fork Bulls

Sep 20 2026 - Oct 31 2026

Possession: 1

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Predators

10 species

Fox

Trapping

Oct 15 2026 - Feb 28 2027

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Wolverine

Trapping

Nov 1 2026 - Jan 31 2027

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Coyote

Trapping

Oct 15 2026 - Mar 31 2027

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Bobcat

Trapping

Nov 15 2026 - Feb 15 2027

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Lynx

Trapping

Nov 15 2026 - Feb 15 2027

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Black Bear

Sep 20 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Possession: 2

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Black Bear

Apr 1 2026 - Jun 30 2026

Possession: 2

Open

Black Bear

Apr 1 2026 - June 30 2026

Possession: 2

Open

Black Bear

Trapping

Oct 1 2025 - May 31 2026

Possession: 2

Open

Black Bear

Trapping

Oct 1 2025 - May 31 2026

Possession: 2

Open

Small Game

13 species

Beaver

Trapping

Oct 15 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Open

Beaver

Trapping

Oct 15 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Open

Muskrat

Trapping

Oct 15 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Open

Muskrat

Trapping

Oct 15 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Open

Mink

Trapping

Nov 1 2026 - Feb 15 2027

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Grouse: Dusky (Blue), Ruffed & Spruce

Sep 20 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 5 eachPossession: 15 each

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Marten

Trapping

Nov 1 2026 - Feb 15 2027

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Weasel

Trapping

Nov 1 2026 - Feb 15 2027

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River Otter

Trapping

Oct 15 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Open

River Otter

Trapping

Oct 15 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Open

Skunk

Trapping

Oct 15 2026 - Feb 28 2027

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Squirrel

Trapping

Nov 1 2026 - Mar 15 2027

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Raccoon

Trapping

Oct 1 2026 - Mar 31 2027

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Data last updated: January 8, 2026

WMU 3-46
Hunting Regulations

Big Game

Mule Deer (Black-Tailed)

Mule Deer (Black-Tailed)

Mule Deer (Black-Tailed)

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

Moose

Predators

Fox

Wolverine

Coyote

Bobcat

Lynx

Black Bear

Black Bear

Black Bear

Black Bear

Black Bear

Small Game

Beaver

Beaver

Muskrat

Muskrat

Mink

Grouse: Dusky (Blue), Ruffed & Spruce

Marten

Weasel

River Otter

River Otter

Skunk

Squirrel

Raccoon

What Can I Hunt in WMU 3-46?

Predators

Small Game

Related Information

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