Quebec

WMU Z-042CCrown Land, Seasons & Regulations

2 Open Seasons2026-2027 Season

Crown Land in WMU Z-042C

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

4 species

Moose

Antlered (10 Cm Or More)Bow, Crossbow

Sept 19 2026 - Oct 4 2026

Possession: 1 per 3 hunters
Closed

Moose

Antlered (10 Cm Or More)Bow, Crossbow, Firearms

Oct 10 2026 - Oct 25 2026

Possession: 1 per 3 hunters
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered (7 Cm Or More)Bow, Crossbow

Nov 7 2026 - Nov 12 2026

Possession: 1 per hunter
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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered (7 Cm Or More)Bow, Crossbow, Muzzle-loaders, Shotgun

Nov 13 2026 - Nov 15 2026

Possession: 1 per hunter
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Predators

3 species

Black Bear

Bow, Crossbow, Firearms

May 16 2026 - June 30 2026

Possession: 1 per hunter
Closed

Black Bear

Bow, Crossbow, Firearms

Oct 10 2026 - Oct 25 2026

Possession: 1 per hunter
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Black Bear

Bow, Crossbow

Sept 19 2026 - Oct 4 2026

Possession: 1 per hunter
Closed

Small Game

1 species

Grouse

Bow, Crossbow, Firearms, airguns

Sept 5 2026 - Jan 14 2027

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15
Open

Waterfowl

2 species

Snowshoe Hare

Bow, Crossbow, Shotgun

Sept 5 2026 - Mar 30 2027

Daily Limit: No limit
Open

Snowshoe Hare

Bow, Crossbow, Shotgun

Sept 6 2025 - Mar 31 2026

Daily Limit: No limit
Closed

Data last updated: September 6, 2026

What Can I Hunt in WMU Z-042C?

WMU Z-042C in Quebec currently has 2 open hunting seasons for the 2026-2027 hunting year. Here's a quick overview of what you can hunt right now:

Small Game

  • Grouse

Waterfowl

  • Snowshoe Hare

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

Related Information

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