Hunt and Fish in Montana
Canyon Ferry: Rainbow trout are being caught near the Dam, around Cemetery Island and mid reservoir trolling attractors/flashers, tipped with worms, or using worms from shore. The walleye bite continues to be excellent with continued consistent weather patterns and warmer water temperatures. Fish the south end of the reservoir by trolling worm harnesses (with worms or […]
Catching fish for food is a healthy and tasteful way to celebrate your fishing success. What you do with your fresh caught fish is truly a matter of taste! We have all seen anglers hang their catch on a stringer, throw them on a beach, into a bucket, creel, or cooler. Which way is best? […]
Wildfiretoday.com posted this update at 3:19pm this afternoon (Monday, July 28, 2014): The firefighter that had been missing since Sunday, July 27, has been found walking on a road, uninjured, and no medical assistance was needed. ————————————————- Wildfiretoday.com reported this morning that “a wildland firefighter working on a fire on the Bitterroot National Forest is missing”. The […]
FLOWS: Maiden Rock 495 cfs Melrose 516 cfs Glen 615 cfs VISIBILITY: Clear at 3+ feet The Big Hole River is dropping every day now, half of what it was last week. Big Hole River is fishing well before mid-day temperatures reach 90+ and in the fast water down the middle as the fish seek […]
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on an environmental assessment of a commercial fur farm proposal southwest of Roy, in Fergus County. The project assessed is for the proposed Schultz Fur Farm, a commercial operation to pen-raise and sell bobcats for the fur industry. To view or comment on the EA, visit […]
The following press release came from Glacier National Park: A hiker deployed bear spray and then discharged a hand gun on a bear Saturday morning in Glacier National Park, while another incident required an emergency rescue of an injured hiker. At approximately 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 26, park dispatch received notification from a park volunteer […]
Summertime means BBQs and outdoor fun. Along with elk steaks, venison loins and moose burgers, a key side item that people enjoy grilling is corn on the cob. For those of you shuckers out there, check out this pretty awesome method of simplifying and increasing the effectiveness of your corn shucking: (Feature photo via salon.com)
Hunting: With upland opening September 1st and archery September 6th the time is now to get in and gear up for the upcoming seasons. Get updates on every season opening date buy joining Bob Ward’s email community in store. Bozeman Fishing: Get on the Gallatin first thing in the morning and hit them with yellow […]
Former Region One Bioligist Jim Vashro, from Kalispell, gave his input on this potential whitefish bite on Flathead Lake, and here it is: Hey, Captain. I have to say I’m enjoying retirement. I’ve already been fishing 3 times more than all of last year. And I scored with an either-sex elk tag and elk B […]
It’s summer time in Montana, and that means people are hitting the water, the roads and the sky. If you are a sky diving veteran or just planning your first jump, then you know that your landing is as important as your parachute working. Take a look at this video footage of a Canadian paratrooper’s incredible landing, and […]
Hunting: With upland opening September 1st and archery September 6th the time is now to get in and gear up for the upcoming seasons. Get updates on every season opening date buy joining Bob Ward’s email community in store. Fishing: Canyon Ferry Lake: Trout have been consistently biting especially on the north end. For shoreline […]
Backpackers have to winnow their gear down to about 50 pounds of stuff or less, including food, which means they can’t haul many camp comforts. The same isn’t true for car campers – those who don’t own a camp trailer or RV and are still tenting. Some car campers even use a small utility trailer […]
Tune into Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest in fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning from 8-9am on KGVO 1290am/101.5fm in Missoula. You can also listen on line http://newstalkkgvo.com/listen-live/popup/. The show is broadcast live from Paradise Falls on the” Banks of Brooks” in Missoula Bill Brown from Bob […]
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will conduct hearings on Aug. 14 at several locations on proposed new rules to establish a voluntary wolf management stamp for anyone to make a donation to Montana’s wolf management program. The proposed rules would direct FWP to make available for sale a $20 wolf stamp and would define how […]
MISSOULA – Bob Ward’s Sports & Outdoors’ 11th Annual Shooter’s Weekend will be held on August 2nd and 3rd. Proceeds from the shooting demo this year will benefit Operation Valor. Bob Ward’s has teamed up with several of the top brands in hunting and shooting to raise funds for Operation Valor, whose mission is to […]
Berny Croy and her best pal, Donna Leik, were at it again! The duo saddled up their horses and headed out on another riding adventure. This time, they explored the Avon area , near Helena. They were attracted to this particular area because not only was there family nearby, but it was also easy to explore with just the […]
Here is the latest fire weather briefing for the Missoula area from the National Weather Service Missoula:
Wisconsin is not the place to be if you have a phobia of mayflies. A recent post on the Chicago’s Fox 32 website revealed a “massive amount of mayflies” emerging from the Mississippi River, taking over several towns in Wisconsin. The article stated that that the National Weather Service images showed “Weather radar detected the flies – similar to that […]
Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking help in finding those responsible for vandalism recently at Widow Coulee Fishing Access Site on the Missouri River, 3 miles downstream of the mouth of Belt Creek, in Chouteau County. Sometime between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., July 18-19, a large party took place there. The FAS is open […]
Rain is always welcome during the summer time in Montana, but I am not so sure we get enough rain to have what happened in Mount Hope, Alabama to happen here in Montana. How bizarre would it be to walk on your lawn after a heavy rain, and you find that your grass is floating […]
There is one question on many anglers minds in Western Montana. Are the whitefish on Flathead Lake going to bite this summer? If the popular fish are going to bite this is the time of the year, that normally would happen. The “Bite” has not happened for several years so anglers that have experienced the […]
The Missoula Area Ducks Unlimited Chapter is holding their 2014 Annual Banquet Saturday, August 16th, at the DoubleTree Hotel. Funds will go to support the conservation of America’s Wetlands and Waterfowl Population. Event begins at 5pm and will feature raffles, auctions, dinner, and much more. Tickets are $50/single and $95/couple and include a DU membership. […]
Report compiled by Carol Henckel Please be advised weather is changing constantly and some days wind can be a factor. High water conditions are dangerous as Spring weather is unpredictable and the run off is treacherous. Enjoy yourself but remember alcohol alters your judgment so use it sparingly while enjoying the outdoors. Keep an […]
The Camp Mak-A-Dream Walleye Benefit will be held at Canyon ferry August 2, 2014 This event donates all proceeds to the camp. This event encourages family and friends to fish for the biggest walleye in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s other focus is to encourage families to experience the fun of the outdoors. Cost is $60 per boat […]