What are my chances of harvesting a “record book” mountain goat in Montana?
Montana is not known for record-book goats. Habitat, population genetics, and growing season length all play a role in horn growth. Fewer than 40 Montana goats have scored high enough to make the Boone & Crockett record book. I’m in “pretty good” shape, but what does it take to hunt goats? Mountain goat hunting is a fair amount of work. You need to be able to hike a minimum of 5-6 miles one way, uphill at high elevation, with at least some of that distance off-trail in rugged, steep terrain. Very little goat hunting is day-trip hunting. Hunters need to be able to carry a backpack and stay over night in the mountains. Like most activities, it takes a combination of physical conditioning and mental attitude. The better prepared you are, the more enjoyable the experience will be. If I draw a mountain goat license, how long do I have to wait before I can apply again? After a hunter draws a license there is a mandatory seven-year waiting period before applying again. If you get a license, s
