Viltnemnda – Norway’s Comprehensive Wildlife Management
1. Historical Evolution of Viltnemnda 1.1 Early Beginnings (Pre-1940s) Before formal committees, wildlife management in Norway was largely informal and based on local traditions. Hunting rights were tied to land ownership, and conflict resolution depended on local leaders. 1.2 Formation of Early Committees (1940s–1960s) Municipal boards began forming to: These early Viltnemnda structures laid the…