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 are the hunting regulations for WMU GBHZ2?

WMU GBHZ2 in Manitoba 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 Manitoba's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU GBHZ2?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU GBHZ2. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

Manitoba

WMU GBHZ2Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations

6 Open Seasons2026-2027 Season

Crown Land in WMU GBHZ2

~40%+ of Manitoba is Crown land. Hunting is generally permitted on general-use parcels with a valid licence — Written permission is required to hunt on private land. Confirm the exact polygon before you hunt.

Crown Land(huntable)

Wildlife Management Areas(huntable)

Provincial Parks / Reserves(huntable)

Waterfowl

10 species

Ducks

Resident

Sept 1 2026 - Sept 7 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Closed

Ducks

Sept 8 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Open

Canada, White-Front, Brant & Cackling

Resident

Sept 1 2026 - Sept 7 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Closed

Canada, White-Front, Brant & Cackling

Resident

Sept 8 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Open

Canada, White-Front, Brant & Cackling

Non-Resident

Sept 8 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15

Open

Sandhill Crane

Sept 1 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15

Open

Coots

Resident

Sept 1 2026 - Sept 7 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Closed

Coots

Sept 8 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Open

Snipe

Resident

Sept 1 2026 - Sept 7 2026

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 30

Closed

Snipe

Sept 8 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 30

Open

Data last updated: September 6, 2026

What Can I Hunt in WMU GBHZ2?

WMU GBHZ2 in Manitoba currently has 6 open hunting seasons for the 2026-2027 hunting year. Here's a quick overview of what you can hunt right now:

Waterfowl

Ducks
Canada, White-Front, Brant & Cackling
Sandhill Crane
Coots
Snipe

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.