Alberta — Regulations

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-03

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Archery-only season. Sunday big-game hunting is prohibited in WMUs 102–160.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered

2026-11-04 → 2026-11-28

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

General hunting dates are Wednesday–Saturday only. Sunday big-game hunting is also prohibited in Prairie WMUs 102–160. The licence, animal class and land conditions remain separate checks.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlerless

2026-11-04 → 2026-11-28

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

General hunting dates are Wednesday–Saturday only. Sunday big-game hunting is also prohibited in Prairie WMUs 102–160. The licence, animal class and land conditions remain separate checks.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

162, 163, 164, 166

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

162, 163, 164, 166

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

162, 163, 164, 166

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 214, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 214, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

210

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

210

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

210

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

212, 247, 248

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

206, 208, 210, 214, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 242

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlerless

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

206, 208, 210, 214, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 242

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 206, 208, 210, 214, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 242

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

212, 247, 248

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 214, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 210

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 214, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 210

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

212, 247

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

212, 247, 248

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-24

WMU

214

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-10-25 → 2026-11-30

WMU

214

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

216, 221, 224

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

216, 221, 224

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

310, 312, 314, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 348

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

310, 312, 314, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 348

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-24

WMU

300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-10-25 → 2026-11-30

WMU

300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

326, 328, 330, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

326, 328, 330, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 348

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 348

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-24

WMU

302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-10-25 → 2026-11-30

WMU

302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

310, 312, 314, 316, 320, 322, 332, 334, 336, 337

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

310, 312, 314, 316, 320, 322, 332, 334, 336, 337

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

318, 324, 338, 348

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

318, 324, 338, 348

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-09 → 2026-09-23

WMU

404, 406, 408

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30

WMU

404, 406, 408

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-09 → 2026-11-30

WMU

410

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

429, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

429, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-09-23

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered

2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-15

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-09 → 2026-09-23

WMU

404, 406, 408

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30

WMU

404, 406, 408

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-09 → 2026-11-30

WMU

410

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434, 429, 436, 437, 438, 439

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434, 429, 436, 437, 438, 439

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-09-23

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlerless

2026-09-01 → 2026-09-23

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-09 → 2026-09-23

WMU

404, 406

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30

WMU

404, 406

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-09 → 2026-11-30

WMU

410

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-23

WMU

412, 414

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-24 → 2026-10-31

WMU

412, 414

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-23

WMU

416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30

WMU

416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-23

WMU

429

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-24 → 2026-10-31

WMU

429

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

429

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-09 → 2026-09-23

WMU

408

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30

WMU

408

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-09-16

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-09 → 2026-11-30

WMU

410

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk, or antlerless; exact licence class controls the animal

2026-09-09 → 2026-09-16

WMU

404, 406, 408

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk, or antlerless; exact licence class controls the animal

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

404, 406, 408

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 430, 432, 434

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

429

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

429

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-09-16

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-09-01 → 2026-09-16

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

400, 402

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In the part of WMU 400 inside Castle Provincial Park, a Firearm Discharge Permit is required even for bowhunting. Castle Wildland Provincial Park has different permit rules. Confirm the actual park boundary and site conditions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

438, 439, 441, 444

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. In WMUs 438, 441 and 444 the antlerless archery season covers the entire WMU, but the later special-licence general hunt covers only a defined portion and is not evaluated here. Use the official draw maps; the whole WMU must not be treated as that draw area.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

439

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-08-25 → 2026-08-31

WMU

511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 524, 525, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 536, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 524, 525, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 536, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 535, 537

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

White-tailed deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 535, 537

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

500, 501, 503, 505, 507, 508

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

500, 501, 503, 505, 507, 508

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-08-31

WMU

512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 536, 539, 540, 541, 542

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 536, 539, 540, 541, 542

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

535

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

535

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

502, 504, 506, 509, 510

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlerless

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

502, 504, 506, 509, 510

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

502, 504, 506, 509, 510

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-08-31

WMU

511

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

511

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 537

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 537

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-08-31

WMU

520, 524, 525, 544

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

520, 524, 525, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlerless

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlerless

2026-09-17 → 2026-12-20

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlerless

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

537

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Mule deer — Antlerless

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

537

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 506, 507, 508, 509

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered and antlerless; licence class controls the animal you may take

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 506, 507, 508, 509

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-23

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 535, 537

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-24 → 2026-10-31

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 535, 537

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 535, 537

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-08-31

WMU

511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 524, 525, 528, 529, 530, 536, 541, 542, 544

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 524, 525, 528, 529, 530, 536, 541, 542, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 524, 525, 528, 529, 530, 536, 541, 542, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

505, 510

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

505, 510

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlered

2026-08-25 → 2026-08-31

WMU

531, 532, 534, 539, 540

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This record covers early archery only. The later general season in WMUs 531, 532, 534, 539 and 540 has an outfitter-specific period note and is not evaluated in this dataset. Check the official table and the actual special licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlerless — calf Moose only

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

505, 510

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. Calf Moose only: the complete head must remain with the carcass as required for a Calf Moose Special Licence. An antlerless adult is not covered by this calf-only class.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlerless — calf Moose only

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

505, 510

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. Calf Moose only: the complete head must remain with the carcass as required for a Calf Moose Special Licence. An antlerless adult is not covered by this calf-only class.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlerless — calf Moose only

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-23

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. Calf Moose only: the complete head must remain with the carcass as required for a Calf Moose Special Licence. An antlerless adult is not covered by this calf-only class.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Moose — Antlerless — calf Moose only

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

521, 522, 523, 526, 527

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. Calf Moose only: the complete head must remain with the carcass as required for a Calf Moose Special Licence. An antlerless adult is not covered by this calf-only class.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

509

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 6-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

509

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 510, 511, 514

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-11-01 → 2026-11-30

WMU

500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 510, 511, 514

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

512, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 535, 537, 540, 544

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlered — 3-point or larger Elk; use the official antler definition

2026-09-17 → 2026-11-30

WMU

520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 535, 537, 540, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-08-25 → 2026-09-16

WMU

520, 521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 528, 535, 537, 544

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-09-17 → 2026-10-31

WMU

520, 521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 528, 535, 537, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-12-20

WMU

520, 521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 528, 535, 537, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-12-21 → 2027-01-31

WMU

520, 521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 528, 535, 537, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2027-02-01 → 2027-02-28

WMU

520, 521, 522, 523, 526, 527, 528, 535, 537, 544

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

503

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-12-20

WMU

503

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-12-21 → 2027-01-31

WMU

503

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2027-02-01 → 2027-02-28

WMU

503

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

500, 501, 502, 507, 508, 511, 514

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-12-20

WMU

500, 501, 502, 507, 508, 511, 514

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-12-21 → 2027-01-31

WMU

500, 501, 502, 507, 508, 511, 514

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-09-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

504, 505, 506, 509, 510

Equipment

Archery-only: bow and arrow; ordinary crossbows are not included

Licence

Applicable Alberta-resident species licence and Wildlife Certificate; Bowhunting Permit when using a bow and arrow

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-11-01 → 2026-12-20

WMU

504, 505, 506, 509, 510

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2026-12-21 → 2027-01-31

WMU

504, 505, 506, 509, 510

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Elk — Antlerless

2027-02-01 → 2027-02-28

WMU

504, 505, 506, 509, 510

Equipment

General season: lawful firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow; local restrictions still apply

Licence

Applicable special licence for this animal class, WMU and exact draw period; Wildlife Certificate and any required Bowhunting Permit

Alberta-resident reference only. A row covering both animal classes does not permit both under one tag. Check tagging, evidence-of-sex requirements, CWD submission areas and land restrictions in the full guide. This is one distinct special-licence period. A licence for a different period does not establish entitlement to this one; verify the exact dates and WMU printed on your licence.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ruffed grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ruffed grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ruffed grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ruffed grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ruffed grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

936

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ruffed grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

404, 406, 408, 841

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ruffed grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Spruce grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Spruce grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Spruce grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Spruce grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Spruce grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

936

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Spruce grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

404, 406, 408, 841

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Spruce grouse — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Gray partridge — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Gray partridge — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Gray partridge — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Gray partridge — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Gray partridge — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

936

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 210, 214, 314

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-09-01 → 2027-01-15

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-10-15 → 2026-11-30

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

404, 406, 408, 841

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Male pheasant — Listed species only

2026-09-08 → 2027-01-15

WMU

936

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

2 / 6

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Sharp-tailed grouse — Listed species only

2026-10-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 252, 254, 256, 334, 400, 402, 518, 519, 520, 524, 525, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Sharp-tailed grouse — Listed species only

2026-10-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: bow and arrow, crossbow, shotgun or falconry only for upland game birds. Required permits and local restrictions still apply.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Sharp-tailed grouse — Listed species only

2026-10-01 → 2026-10-31

WMU

936

Equipment

Use lawful game-bird equipment. Shotgun capacity, ammunition, bow and local discharge restrictions require separate checks.

Licence

Applicable Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate; Pheasant Licence also required for Male pheasant. Visitor licence conditions apply.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Limits are for this species. Confirm the actual land designation, local closures, release-site times and visitor licence validity. Late bird seasons can overlap trapping activity. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ducks (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 841

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Daily 8 / possession 24, all ducks combined. For non-residents of Canada, combined Barrow’s Goldeneye + Common Goldeneye sublimits are 2 daily / 6 in possession. Other conditions still apply.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ducks (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Daily 8 / possession 24, all ducks combined. For non-residents of Canada, combined Barrow’s Goldeneye + Common Goldeneye sublimits are 2 daily / 6 in possession. Other conditions still apply.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ducks (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Daily 8 / possession 24, all ducks combined. For non-residents of Canada, combined Barrow’s Goldeneye + Common Goldeneye sublimits are 2 daily / 6 in possession. Other conditions still apply.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ducks (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Daily 8 / possession 24, all ducks combined. For non-residents of Canada, combined Barrow’s Goldeneye + Common Goldeneye sublimits are 2 daily / 6 in possession. Other conditions still apply.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ducks (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

936

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Daily 8 / possession 24, all ducks combined. For non-residents of Canada, combined Barrow’s Goldeneye + Common Goldeneye sublimits are 2 daily / 6 in possession. Other conditions still apply. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Canada Geese, Cackling Geese and White-Fronted Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 841

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Canada Geese, Cackling Geese and White-Fronted Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Canada Geese, Cackling Geese and White-Fronted Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Canada Geese, Cackling Geese and White-Fronted Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Canada Geese, Cackling Geese and White-Fronted Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

936

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Sandhill Crane — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 220, 222, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 336, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 514, 515, 841

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Sandhill Crane — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Sandhill Crane — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Coots — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 841

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Coots — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Coots — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Coots — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Coots — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

936

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snipe — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 841

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snipe — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snipe — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snipe — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snipe — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

936

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 841

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese share the limit. Electronic calls mimicking these geese are allowed by the federal summary; other migratory species may be taken only during their own open season. Check provincial calling restrictions.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese share the limit. Electronic calls mimicking these geese are allowed by the federal summary; other migratory species may be taken only during their own open season. Check provincial calling restrictions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese share the limit. Electronic calls mimicking these geese are allowed by the federal summary; other migratory species may be taken only during their own open season. Check provincial calling restrictions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese share the limit. Electronic calls mimicking these geese are allowed by the federal summary; other migratory species may be taken only during their own open season. Check provincial calling restrictions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-01 → 2026-12-16

WMU

936

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese share the limit. Electronic calls mimicking these geese are allowed by the federal summary; other migratory species may be taken only during their own open season. Check provincial calling restrictions. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2027-03-15 → 2027-06-15

WMU

200, 202, 203, 204, 206, 208, 216, 220, 221, 222, 224, 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 236, 238, 240, 242, 244, 246, 250, 252, 254, 256, 258, 260, 316, 318, 320, 322, 324, 326, 328, 330, 332, 334, 336, 337, 338, 339, 340, 342, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 412, 414, 416, 417, 418, 420, 422, 426, 428, 429, 430, 432, 434, 436, 437, 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 444, 445, 446, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 514, 515, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 524, 525, 526, 527, 528, 529, 530, 531, 532, 534, 535, 536, 537, 539, 540, 541, 542, 544, 841

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Special overabundant-species period for Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese only. Their electronic calls are allowed by the federal summary. The 2026–27 edition places this spring window in 2027; do not reuse it as a 2026 or 2028 rule.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2027-03-15 → 2027-06-15

WMU

247

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Special overabundant-species period for Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese only. Their electronic calls are allowed by the federal summary. The 2026–27 edition places this spring window in 2027; do not reuse it as a 2026 or 2028 rule.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2027-03-15 → 2027-06-15

WMU

248

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Special overabundant-species period for Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese only. Their electronic calls are allowed by the federal summary. The 2026–27 edition places this spring window in 2027; do not reuse it as a 2026 or 2028 rule.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2027-03-15 → 2027-06-15

WMU

410

Equipment

WMU 410: bow and arrow or falconry only. Migratory birds cannot be hunted with crossbows. Required bowhunting and bird permits still apply.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Special overabundant-species period for Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese only. Their electronic calls are allowed by the federal summary. The 2026–27 edition places this spring window in 2027; do not reuse it as a 2026 or 2028 rule.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2027-03-15 → 2027-06-15

WMU

936

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Special overabundant-species period for Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese only. Their electronic calls are allowed by the federal summary. The 2026–27 edition places this spring window in 2027; do not reuse it as a 2026 or 2028 rule. WMU 936 (Cooking Lake-Blackfoot): no Sunday hunting. Review the online hunter information package and carry the required Firearm Discharge Permit. No motorized entry or access to pastures containing cattle. Follow designated foot, pedal, ski and horse routes and seasonal horse restrictions. Normal park hours are 7 am–11 pm; hunting hours remain narrower.

Additional official conditions ↗

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ducks (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Daily 8 / possession 24, all ducks combined. For non-residents of Canada, combined Barrow’s Goldeneye + Common Goldeneye sublimits are 2 daily / 6 in possession. Other conditions still apply.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Ducks (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Daily 8 / possession 24, all ducks combined. For non-residents of Canada, combined Barrow’s Goldeneye + Common Goldeneye sublimits are 2 daily / 6 in possession. Other conditions still apply.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Canada Geese, Cackling Geese and White-Fronted Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Canada Geese, Cackling Geese and White-Fronted Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Sandhill Crane — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

102, 104, 106, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

5 / 15

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Coots — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Coots — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snipe — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snipe — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

8 / 24

Federal calendar and limits only; land access, Alberta licensing and local restrictions remain separate. Shooting hours run from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese share the limit. Electronic calls mimicking these geese are allowed by the federal summary; other migratory species may be taken only during their own open season. Check provincial calling restrictions.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2026-09-08 → 2026-12-23

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese share the limit. Electronic calls mimicking these geese are allowed by the federal summary; other migratory species may be taken only during their own open season. Check provincial calling restrictions.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2027-03-15 → 2027-06-15

WMU

102, 104, 106, 108, 110, 112, 116, 118, 119, 124, 128, 130, 132, 134, 136, 138, 140, 142, 144, 148, 150, 151, 152, 156, 158, 160, 162, 163, 164, 166, 210, 214, 300, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 314

Equipment

Non-toxic shot only; no possession of other shot while hunting migratory birds. Crossbows and single-projectile ammunition are prohibited. Check other equipment and local restrictions.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Special overabundant-species period for Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese only. Their electronic calls are allowed by the federal summary. The 2026–27 edition places this spring window in 2027; do not reuse it as a 2026 or 2028 rule.

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗

Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese (combined) — Listed species group; limits combined only where stated

2027-03-15 → 2027-06-15

WMU

212

Equipment

WMUs 212, 247, 248: shotgun, bow and arrow or falconry only for migratory birds; no crossbows or single projectiles. Shot must be non-toxic.

Licence

Federal MGBH Permit with Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp, plus applicable Alberta Game Bird Licence and Wildlife Certificate. Carry the required documents; visitor licence dates and WMUs may be narrower.

Daily / possession limit

50 / No possession limit

Special overabundant-species period for Snow Geese and Ross’s Geese only. Their electronic calls are allowed by the federal summary. The 2026–27 edition places this spring window in 2027; do not reuse it as a 2026 or 2028 rule.

Additional official conditions ↗

Applies to: Alberta resident · Non-resident (Canadian) · Non-resident alien

Verified: 2026-11-06 · Official season table ↗