Hunters and anglers who need to purchase hunting and fishing licenses this weekend need to plan ahead. The state computer network that hosts Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks' Automated Licensing System is scheduled for maintenance work from 7 a.m. to noon, Sunday Oct. 18.

Officials noted that Internet and license-provider access to FWP's licensing system could be intermittently disrupted during the five-hour statewide network updates.

"Plan ahead," said FWP's Ron Aasheim. "Purchase your hunting or fishing license today."

To purchase a fishing or hunting license visit your nearest FWP office, or license provider; or visit FWP online at fwp.mt.gov.

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