HELENA – The Montana Shooting Sports Task Force is seeking public input as it continues work on the development of future shooting sports facilities across Montana following the passage of House Bill 899, sponsored by Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe.

The legislation established the Montana State Shooting Facilities and Improvements Development and Oversight Task Force, which is charged with evaluating existing facilities, identifying statewide needs and developing recommendations for new or improved shooting sports infrastructure.

The task force, coordinated by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, will play a central role in shaping what future state shooting sports facilities could look like, including potential locations, design features, and partnerships with local governments and private entities.

"This is an opportunity to build something that supports Montana's strong outdoor heritage while meeting the needs of sportsmen, families and communities across the state," said Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe, task force co-chair. "Public input will be critical to getting this right."

The task force is currently working to develop a framework for selecting sites and reviewing facilities across the region, with final recommendations expected by October 2026 for consideration by the Legislature.

Montanans are encouraged to share their feedback through an online survey available at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ShootingAccess.

The next task force meeting is scheduled for April 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Helena FWP Headquarters. Members of the public are encouraged to attend. Additional information is available through FWP.

Task force members include:

• Richard Roth, governor's designee
• Liz Whiting, Parks and Outdoor Recreation Board member
• Mandy Rambo, Department of Commerce member
• Seth Berglee, firearm, archery, or firearm accessory manufacturing company member
• Andy Larson, firearm, archery, or firearm accessory manufacturing company member
• Christie Knudsen, shooting sports organization member
• Mitch King, hunting or wildlife conservation organization member
• Representative Kerri Seekins-Crowe, co-chair, House of Representatives member
• Representative Courtenay Sprunger, House of Representatives member
• Senator John Fuller, co-chair; Senate member
• Senator Willis Curdy, Senate member