The new hunting season is officially underway, with the first hunting opportunities opening up - the 900 series for antelope, and elk shoulder season for some districts.

Shaun Boese, Archery Shop Manager with Capital Sports, said it's been busy for them the past month as hunters get their gear ready for fall hunting.

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"It's a tradition, first of all, Boese said. A lot of people in Montana, it's what they do, especially us bow hunters, that's what they love.

The 900 series marks the start of fall hunting in Montana, opening three weeks before general archery does. This gives a head start to bow hunters lucky enough to draw a tag since pronghorn are more difficult to hunt than other species due to their speed, reactiveness, and enhanced vision.

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