Manitoba

WMU 17A
Hunting Regulations

4 Open Seasons
2026-2027 Season

Big Game

11 species

White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessArchery

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 14 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessArchery

Oct 13 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessYouth Muzzleloader

Oct 13 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessMuzzleloader

Oct 20 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessGeneral (rifle)

Nov 10 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)Archery

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 14 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)Archery

Oct 13 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)Muzzleloader

Oct 20 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)General (rifle)

Nov 10 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Possession: 1
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Moose

BullGeneral (rifle)

Sep 15 2026 - Oct 12 2026

Possession: 1
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Moose

BullGeneral (rifle)

Dec 1 2026 - Dec 14 2026

Possession: 1
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Predators

7 species

Gray Wolf

Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Mar 31 2027

Possession: 1
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Gray Wolf

Non-Resident/Foreign Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Mar 31 2027

Possession: 1
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Coyote

Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Possession: 1
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Coyote

Non-Resident/Foreign Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Possession: 1
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Black Bear

Adult

Apr 27 2027 - Jun 21 2027

Possession: 1
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Black Bear

Adult

Aug 15 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Possession: 1
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Wild Boar

Year round

Possession: No limit
Open

Small Game

9 species

Sharp-Tailed Grouse

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
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Hare

Year round

Daily Limit: No limit
Open

Spruce Grouse

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
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Woodcock

Sep 8 2026 - Dec 6 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24
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Woodcock

Foreign Resident

Sep 8 2026 - Dec 6 2026

Daily Limit: 4Possession: 12
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Ruffed Grouse

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
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Gray (Hungarian) Partridge

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 4Possession: 8
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Rabbit

Year round

Daily Limit: No limit
Open

Gray Squirrel

Year round

Daily Limit: No limit
Open

Data last updated: July 14, 2026

What Can I Hunt in WMU 17A?

WMU 17A in Manitoba currently has 4 open hunting seasons for the 2025-2026 hunting year. Here's a quick overview of what you can hunt right now:

Predators

  • Wild Boar

Small Game

  • Hare
  • Rabbit
  • Gray Squirrel

Season dates, bag limits, and weapon restrictions vary by species. Always check the detailed regulations above and verify with Manitoba's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Related Information

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