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2021SPRING SUPPLEMENTHUNTING GUIDE

MINISTER’S MESSAGEManitoba Agriculture and Resource Development is pleased to present a SpringSupplement to the 2021 Manitoba Hunting Guide.Hunting is a time honoured tradition in Manitoba and this publication providesinformation critical for all hunters in the province to be safe, successful and topromote Manitoba’s hunting heritage.2020 was certainly a year that showed the resilience of Manitobans and ourpassion for the outdoors, especially during COVID-19 restrictions. Residenthunting licence sales for wild turkey, black bear and white-tailed deer allincreased significantly in 2020, as did the number of hunters graduating fromthe Manitoba Hunter Education Program.Canada geese in Southern Manitoba have been declared overabundant and weare implementing a new Spring Conservation Canada Goose Season in an effortto help reduce the population in southern Manitoba.Manitoba also launched our new elicensing system, and as with any new systemthere was a learning curve for both hunters and government. I’m hoping that allhunters enjoy the many benefits this system has to offer including the ability topurchase hunting licences 24/7 from your home computer or smart phone.Hunters will continue to be able to buy hunting licences from retailers who haveonline accounts or, call a toll free number to purchase a licence.Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development will continue working topreserve hunting as an important part of Manitoba’s heritage, now and in thefuture. I wish all hunters a productive, memorable and safe spring huntingseason.original signed byHonourable Blaine PedersenMinister, Agriculture and Resource Development2

The Manitoba Elicensing System is the only wayto purchase a Manitoba Hunting LicenceYou can purchase your online licence one of three ways:Hunting Licences1. T. hrough the Manitoba elicensing websitewww.manitobaelicensing.caBuy themonline.- Y. ou will need to know your Customer IdentificationNumber (CID#) and password for your onlineaccount.- I.f you don’t have an account you will need to createone.- .You will need a credit card to pay for your licence.manitobaelicensing.caE-Licensing Hunting Guide AdHunting Guide7" wide x 4.5" high- F. or big game and wild turkey you will need an unused game tag* for an immediate purchase or allowfor 10 days delivery for a system generated game tag.*Hunters needing game tags can order them in advance from their online account or by calling1-877-880-1203. These free generic game tags, come in a pack of five and are good for up to five yearsunless linked to a licence.2. .In person at a Manitoba elicensing retailer or government seller.- .You will need to know your CID#. If you don’t have an account ID you will need to create one.- Payment can be made by credit card, debit card or cash at most locations.- A game tag will be provided for each hunting license that requires a game tag when purchased at theseoutlets. Please ensure your license number and game tag number match.3. .Through the elicensing toll free phone line 1-877-880-1203.- You will need to know your CID#.- .If you don’t have an account ID you will need to create one.- .Allow 10 business days for delivery of your licence and game tag.It is important to always use your account. Do not create a second account.For mail delivery of your licence order, please ensure your mailing address is correct. Manitoba Agricultureand Resource Development does not assume any responsibility for mail that is not delivered on time or notreceived.Please ensure you are purchasing the correct hunting licence as refunds will not be processed. All sales arefinal.First time customers: An account will need to be created, no matter which method you use to purchase yourangling licence. You will be provided with a Customer Identification Number (CID#) to use for all your futurelicence purchases. When obtaining a hunting licence, please ensure you select the correct residency.For more information, please visit: www.manitobaelicensing.ca or call 1-877-880-1203.Hunters should refer to the 2020 Manitoba Hunting Guide for other regulatory information.Hunters are encouraged to check for amendments or updates on thewebsite at www.manitoba.ca/fish-wildlife/wildlife/ prior to going in the field.3

BLACK BEAR SEASONS AND BAG LIMITSLicencesGame TagsNote: All fees listed below include the federalgoods and services tax (GST) and a 4.50administration fee.Hunters are able to order game tags by going towww.manitobaelicensing.ca. It is recommended hunters ordera pack of game tags well before the season they wish to huntstarts. The game tag must be electronically linked to yourlicence and you will be required to write the licence numberand species in the appropriate boxes on the game tag.Resident . 40.75Youth resident . 14.75Non-resident . 123.25Foreign resident . 237.25Note: The black bear licence is valid in bothspring and fall seasons. Only one black bearmay be harvested per year.It is illegal to purchase more than one black bearlicence in the same hunting year.BLACK BEAR SEASONSYouth, Resident,Non-resident andForeign residentBlack BearHunting ZoneSeason DatesAApr. 26 - June 30Aug. 15 - Nov. 1BApr. 26 - June 20Aug. 15 - Nov. 1CApr. 26 - June 13Aug. 15 - Nov. 1Bag Limit (All Zones)One Adult Black Bear(Female bears with cubsmay not be taken.)Note: GHAs 13 and 18 fall bear season dates are August 15 to September 19. Fall bear hunters in GHA 18 are restricted todesignated routes. GHA 34A is an archery only season and is open for residents only. GHA 34B is an archery only season forresidents, non-residents and foreign residents. In GHA 17A, Designated Route restrictions will apply to fall black bear huntersfrom September 20 to October 17. In GHA 21A, Hecla Island is closed to black bear hunting. GHAs 2, 30 and 34C are residentonly season areas.Note: Black bear hunters are exempt from wearing hunter orange during the spring season but are required to do so during the fallseason.Black Bear Hunters!Help manage Manitoba’s black bear populations by completing the Big Game HunterQuestionnaire as requested on your elicensing account.4Hunters should still refer to the 2020 Manitoba Hunting Guide for other regulatory information.

BLACK BEAR HUNTING ZONESBlack Bear Hunting It is illegal to kill a cub (approximately 20.5 kgor 45 lbs) or a female bear with cubs. Hunting black bears within 100 metres of anyman-made clearing surrounding any garbage dumpis prohibited. However, in a provincial park, blackbears may not be hunted within 300 metres ofa garbage dump. Baits must be clearly identified with the nameand address of the hunter, guide or outfitter. Baits may not be placed within:-200 metres of a road or dwelling-500 metres of a cottage subdivision ora Crown land picnic site or campground Baits on Crown land may not exceed 100 kilogramsof meat and/or fish. Baits must not contain the head, hooves, hide,mammary glands or internal organs of livestock. In GHAs 23 and 23A:-baits may not be placed until 14 days prior tothe spring season and 14 days prior to thefall season-baiting equipment on Crown land must beremoved from the bait site within 5 days afterthe closure of both spring and fall seasons-baits may not be placed within 100 metres ofRiding Mountain National Park If you harvest a big game animal wearing an ear tag,this animal may have been chemically immobilizedusing veterinary drugs. Health Canada hasrecommended guidelines for the consumption of meatfrom immobilized animals. Please call the TIP Line at1-800-782-0076 for specific details and direction onwhat to do with your animal.NOTE: It is illegal to possess bear gall bladdersin Manitoba.IT IS ILLEGAL TO HUNT GRIZZLY BEARSBlack bear hunters, please be advised that grizzly bears have been sighted in the northern regions of Manitoba,in particular, GHA 1. Grizzly bears are protected and cannot be killed or possessed. It is your responsibilityto be able to differentiate between the two species. Primary differences:Shoulder HumpEarsBlack BearGrizzly BearAbsentProminentLarge & PointedSmall & RoundedFacial ProfileStraight / ElongatedConcave / Dish-shapedFront Claws 50 cm. (2 in.), sharply curved 50 cm. (2 in.), gently curvedReport sightings of grizzly bears to your local Manitoba Conservation and Climate office or call1-800-214-6497Hunters should still refer to the 2020 Manitoba Hunting Guide for other regulatory information.5

WILD TURKEY SEASONS AND BAG LIMITSLicencesNote: All fees listed below include the federalgoods and services tax (GST) and a 4.50administrative fee.Resident Wild Turkey . 32.75Youth (Resident) Wild Turkey . 14.75Note: The wild turkey licence is valid in bothspring and fall seasons. Only one wild turkeymay be harvested per year.It is illegal to purchase more than onewild turkey licence in the same hunting year.Game TagsHunters are able to order game tags by going towww.manitobaelicensing.ca It is recommendedhunters order a pack of game tags well before theseason they wish to hunt starts. The game tag mustbe electronically linked to your licence and you willbe required to write the licence number andspecies in the appropriate boxes on the game tag.WILD TURKEY HUNTING SEASONSGame Hunting Areas (GHAs)Season DatesBag Limit (All Zones)Resident YouthWild Turkey *, **GHAs 22, 23, 24, 25B,27-35A and 36Apr.17 - May 23Sept. 15 - Oct. 15One wild turkey with visible beardOne wild turkeyResidentWild Turkey *GHAs 22, 23, 24, 25B,27-35A and 36Apr. 24 - May 23Sept. 15 - Oct. 15One wild turkey with visible beardOne wild turkeyNote:* Both Resident and Resident Youth Wild Turkey Licences are valid in both spring and fall seasons. Only one wild turkey maybe taken for the year.Note:** A youth who purchases a Youth Wild Turkey Licence cannot purchase a Regular Wild Turkey Licence.6Hunters should still refer to the 2020 Manitoba Hunting Guide for other regulatory information.

SPRING CONSERVATION GOOSE SEASONS AND BAG LIMITSManitoba is pleased to implement a new Spring Conservation Canada Goose Season in addition to the SpringConservation Snow Goose Season. To participate in these seasons, hunters require the previous year’s (2020) CanadaMigratory Game Bird Hunting Permit and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp and a no-charge 2021 SpringConservation Goose Licence. These licences are available online at www.permis-permits.ec.gc.ca andwww.manitobaelicensing.ca.For more information, contact Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development at 1-800-214-6497or email: wildlife@gov.mb.caSPRING CONSERVATION GOOSE SEASONSResident, non-resident and foreign residentGoose SpeciesSnow,Blue andRoss’sCanada GooseGame Bird Hunting Zone (GBHZ)*Season DatesGBHZ 1Bag Limit (All Zones)DailyPossessionApr. 1 – June 1550No limitGBHZ 2, 3 & 4Mar. 15 – May 3150No limitGBHZ 3 & 4March 1 – March 31824*Check page 47 of the 2020 Manitoba Hunting Guide or www.manitoba.ca/fish-wildlife/pubs/fish wildlife/huntingguide.pdf for theGBHZ map.Electronic calls are allowed in both spring seasons.The giant Canada goose population in southern Manitoba has been growing substantially since 1990. The breedingpopulation is now estimated at 234,600, the highest recorded since 1955.Environment and Climate Change Canada declared the breeding population of Canada geese in southern Manitoba(GBHZ 3 & 4) as overabundant. This declaration has enabled Manitoba to implement a new Spring ConservationCanada Goose Season. Hunting is considered the most efficient means to reduce the population size of anoverabundant population.Hunters should still refer to the 2020 Manitoba Hunting Guide for other regulatory information.7