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 13SO?

WMU 13SO in Quebec currently has open seasons for: White-Tailed Deer, Woodcock, Snipe, Snow Geese, Cackling Geese and 3 more species. Check specific season dates and regulations before hunting.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 13SO?

WMU 13SO in Quebec 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 Quebec's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU 13SO?

Yes, deer hunting is currently open in WMU 13SO. Check the detailed regulations above for specific season dates, antler restrictions, and bag limits.

WMU 13SO Quebec — Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations 2026

Crown Land in WMU 13SO

92% of Quebec is Crown land. Hunting is generally permitted on general-use parcels with a valid licence — General public land is open to hunting with a valid licence. Confirm the exact polygon before you hunt.

Public Land (Terres Publiques)(huntable)

ZECs (Controlled Zones)(huntable)

Outfitter Territories(huntable)

Wildlife Reserves(huntable)

Big Game

2 species

White-Tailed Deer

Antlered & AntlerlessCrossbow & bow

Oct 3 2026 - Oct 16 2026

Open

White-Tailed Deer

Antlered (7cm Or More)Firearms, crossbow & bow

Nov 7 2026 - Nov 22 2026

Check dates

Predators

2 species

Wolf

Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

Oct 18 2025 - Mar 31 2026

Possession: No Limit (No Limit)

Closed

Coyote

Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

Oct 18 2025 - Mar 31 2026

Possession: No Limit (No Limit)

Closed

Small Game

4 species

House Sparrow, Common Grackle, Brown Headed Owbird

Firearms,airguns, Crossbow & Bow

July 1 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Daily Limit: No LimitPossession: No Limit

Closed

Woodcock

(District C)

Sept 5 2026 - Dec 19 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Open

Rock & Willow Ptarmigan

Firearms,airguns, Crossbow & Bow

Sept 20 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 30

Closed

Red-Winged Blackbird, American Crow, European Starling

Firearms,airguns, Crossbow & Bow

July 1 2025 - Apr 30 2026

(District C)

Sept 26 2026 - Dec 16 2026

Daily Limit: 5Possession: No Limit

Open

Ducks

(District C)

Sept 12 2026 - Dec 26 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18

Open

Data last updated: September 6, 2026

WMU 13SOCrown Land, Seasons & Regulations

Crown Land in WMU 13SO

Big Game

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

Predators

Wolf

Coyote

Small Game

House Sparrow, Common Grackle, Brown Headed Owbird

Woodcock

Rock & Willow Ptarmigan

Red-Winged Blackbird, American Crow, European Starling

Waterfowl

Snipe

Snow Geese

Snow Geese

Snow Geese

Sandhill Crane

Cackling Geese

Cackling Geese

Cackling Geese

Geese

East Cottontail, Artic Hare, Snowshoe Hare

East Cottontail, Artic Hare, Snowshoe Hare

Canada Geese

Canada Geese

Canada Geese

Ducks

What Can I Hunt in WMU 13SO?

Big Game

Small Game

Waterfowl

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