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 27?

WMU 27 in New Brunswick currently has open seasons for: Coyote, Crow, Groundhog, Cormorant, Raccoon and 1 more species. Check specific season dates and regulations before hunting.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 27?

WMU 27 in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU 27?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU 27. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

Can I hunt Crown land in WMU 27?

Hunting is generally permitted on general-use Crown land in WMU 27 with a valid New Brunswick licence. Crown land is generally open to hunting with a valid licence. There are currently 6 open seasons in this unit. Always verify the parcel type before hunting.

WMU 27 New Brunswick — Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations 2026

Big Game

5 species

Moose

Draw

Sept 22 2026 - Sept 26 2026

Possession: 1

Check dates

Deer

Bow & Crossbow

Oct 5 2026 - Nov 22 2026

Check dates

Deer

Firearm

Oct 26 2026 - Nov 22 2026

Check dates

Deer

Antlerless (Draw)Bow & Crossbow

Oct 5 2026 - Oct 25 2026

Check dates

Deer

AntlerlessMuzzleloader

Nov 23 2026 - Nov 29 2026

Check dates

Predators

3 species

Coyote

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 27 2027

Possession: No Limit

Check dates

Coyote

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2026 - Sept 19 2026

Possession: No Limit

Open

Coyote

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2027 - Sept 18 2027

Possession: No Limit

Check dates

Small Game

32 species

Rabbit

Hunting(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 27 2027

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 20

Check dates

Rabbit

Hunting With Hounds(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 27 2027

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 20

Check dates

Rabbit

Snaring(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 20

Check dates

Crow

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 27 2027

Daily Limit: No Limit

Check dates

Crow

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2026 - Sept 19 2026

Daily Limit: No Limit

Open

Crow

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2027 - Sept 18 2027

Daily Limit: No Limit

Check dates

Ring-Necked Pheasant

Oct 26 2026 - Nov 8 2026

Daily Limit: 2Possession: 4

Check dates

Wild Turkey

Bearded

May 3 2027 - May 22 2027

Daily Limit: 1

Check dates

Skunk

Hunting(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 1 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Skunk

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Nov 28 2026 - Dec 19 2026

Daily Limit: No Limit

Check dates

Squirrel

Hunting(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 27 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Squirrel

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Muskrat

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Mar 27 2027 - May 15 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Muskrat

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Jan 31 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Spruce Grouse & Ruffed Grouse

Oct 1 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Otter

Trapping, Snaring(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Jan 31 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Groundhog

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 27 2027

Daily Limit: No Limit

Check dates

Groundhog

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2026 - Sept 19 2026

Daily Limit: No Limit

Open

Groundhog

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2027 - Sept 18 2027

Daily Limit: No Limit

Check dates

Woodcock

Zone 1

Sept 15 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 16

Check dates

Cormorant

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2026 - Sept 19 2026

Daily Limit: No Limit

Open

Cormorant

(Varmint Licence)

Mar 2 2027 - Sept 18 2027

Daily Limit: No Limit

Check dates

Raccoon

Hunting With Hounds(Fur Harvest License)

Aug 3 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: No limit

Open

Raccoon

Hunting(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 1 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Raccoon

Trapping (Restraint Only)(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 1 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Raccoon

Trapping (Body Gripping)(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Varying Hare

Oct 1 2026 - Feb 27 2027

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 20

Check dates

Weasel

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Mink

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Jan 31 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Fisher

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Nov 28 2026 - Dec 19 2026

Daily Limit: No Limit

Check dates

Beaver

Trapping(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Jan 31 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Beaver

Snaring(Fur Harvest License)

Oct 31 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Daily Limit: No limit

Check dates

Waterfowl

17 species

Geese

Zone 1

Sept 1 2026 - Sept 15 2026

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 20

Open

Geese

Zone 1

Oct 15 2026 - Jan 14 2027

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 20

Check dates

Eiders

Zone 1

Nov 2 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Scoters

Zone 1

Oct 15 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Scoters

Zone 1

Nov 2 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Scoters

Zone 1

Jan 1 2027 - Jan 5 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Scoters

Zone 1

Feb 1 2027 - Feb 24 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Snipe

Zone 1

Oct 15 2026 - Jan 14 2027

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 20

Check dates

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Zone 1

Oct 15 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Zone 1

Nov 2 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Zone 1

Jan 1 2027 - Jan 5 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Zone 1

Feb 1 2027 - Feb 24 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Long-Tailed Ducks

Zone 1

Oct 15 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Long-Tailed Ducks

Zone 1

Nov 2 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Long-Tailed Ducks

Zone 1

Jan 1 2027 - Jan 5 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Long-Tailed Ducks

Zone 1

Feb 1 2027 - Feb 24 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

Check dates

Ducks

Zone 1

Oct 15 2026 - Jan 29 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18

Check dates

Data last updated: September 6, 2026

Crown Land in WMU 27

Big Game

Moose

Deer

Deer

Deer

Deer

Predators

Coyote

Coyote

Coyote

Small Game

Rabbit

Rabbit

Rabbit

Crow

Crow

Crow

Ring-Necked Pheasant

Wild Turkey

Skunk

Skunk

Squirrel

Squirrel

Muskrat

Muskrat

Spruce Grouse & Ruffed Grouse

Otter

Groundhog

Groundhog

Groundhog

Woodcock

Cormorant

Cormorant

Raccoon

Raccoon

Raccoon

Raccoon

Varying Hare

Weasel

Mink

Fisher

Beaver

Beaver

Waterfowl

Geese

Geese

Eiders

Scoters

Scoters

Scoters

Scoters

Snipe

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Long-Tailed Ducks

Long-Tailed Ducks

Long-Tailed Ducks

Long-Tailed Ducks

Ducks

What Can I Hunt in WMU 27?

Predators

Small Game

Waterfowl

Related Information

See WMU 27 boundaries in the app

View WMU 27 on a Map