Oct 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Slippery Ann Elk Viewing Area: What to Know Before You Make the Drive into CMR Country
Slippery Ann in the CMR Refuge is one of Montana’s best free elk viewing spots. Here’s what to know about timing, access, and what to expect during the rut.
Oct 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Three Years of Montana Antelope Hunts Finally Paid Off for This Father and Son
A Montana father spent three years building toward this moment with his son. Watch their antelope hunt finally come together the right way.
Oct 9, 2026 · Angela Montana
This Hunter Beat the Odds, Then the Record
Talk about making your first rodeo count! Pennsylvania entomologist Mike Skvarla had been tossing his name in the hat since […]
Oct 7, 2026 · Angela Montana
If You Put the Effort In, Give Yourself an “A”
Hunting season has begun in Montana, marked by autumn's changing colors and early mornings. Hunters are encouraged to prepare by reviewing regulations, dressing safely, and staying connected with loved ones. A good luck wish is extended for those venturing into the wilderness, whether or not they fill their tags.
Oct 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
October Elk Are Bugling Again — Is Montana’s Second Rut Real?
October elk bugling has Montana hunters wondering — is there really a second rut? Here’s what’s actually happening and why it matters for your hunt.
Oct 5, 2026 · Angela Montana
The Anti-Gym Membership (Comes With a Golden Retriever)
Montana Bucks & Ducks offers beginner-friendly women's pheasant hunts on a private ranch near Dillon, led by outfitter Kara Schuett. Participants learn safety, hunting fundamentals, and bird cleaning skills while working with enthusiastic dogs. This accessible experience allows women to engage in hunting without needing prior gear or extensive commitments.
Oct 5, 2026 · Angela Montana
Neighbor’s Target Practice Finds an Unintended Target
A 38-year-old bow hunter is in critical condition after being struck by a stray bullet in Essex Township, Michigan, according […]
Oct 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Opening Day Bull Down — Spot and Stalk Elk Hunting on Montana Public Land
Luke and his partner spot and stalk a bull elk on Montana public land opening day of rifle season. Here’s why this hunt is worth watching.
Oct 4, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
The Warden Was Already Watching — These Montana Elk Hunters Didn’t Know It
Montana wardens used robotic elk decoys on opening morning to catch hunters violating brow-tine bull restrictions. The whole thing was caught on camera.
Oct 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
How Montana FWP Counts and Manages Mule Deer — And Why It Matters for Your Season
Montana FWP breaks down how biologists survey and manage mule deer populations — and what that process means for hunters across eastern Montana.
Sep 28, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Do You Have Legal Access to That Road in Madison County? Maybe Not.
Madison County is mapping roads hunters and anglers have used for years — and some may not be as public as everyone assumed.
Sep 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Grizzly Bear Attack Near Augusta Is a Warning Shot for Every Montana Bowhunter Heading Into the Front
A grizzly bear attacked a bowhunter near Augusta, MT on Sept. 14. Here’s what it means for hunters along the Rocky Mountain Front this season.
Sep 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Why Fall Is Montana’s Most Dangerous Season for Bear Encounters — And What Hunters Need to Know
Montana FWP biologist Colby Anton explains why black bears are most dangerous in fall — and what hunters need to do to stay safe in the backcountry.
Sep 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
44 Yards, First Pronghorn, Public Land — Ayden’s Redemption Shot on a Montana Buck
Ayden finally connects on his first pronghorn buck at 44 yards after days of decoying antelope on Montana public land. Watch the full hunt.
Sep 22, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Two Wardens, Two Hunters, Two Broken Stories — This Wildlands Episode Shows Exactly How Montana Game Wardens Work
Watch how Montana game wardens unravel inconsistent hunter stories in this Wildlands episode — plus practical tips every Montana hunter needs to know.
Sep 21, 2026 · Angela Montana
Duck, Duck, Youth Hunt!
Montana’s Youth Waterfowl Weekend takes place on September 26–27, allowing hunters aged 15 and under to pursue waterfowl statewide. Licensed hunters aged 12–15 must be accompanied by a nonhunting adult, while apprentice hunters aged 10–15 need a mentor. All hunting regulations apply, including limited hours at Canyon Ferry WMA.
Sep 21, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Mountain Lion Blows Up a Montana Archery Elk Hunt — And the Video Is Worth Every Minute
A mountain lion crashes a fired-up bull elk encounter on a Montana backcountry archery hunt. Here’s what happened — and what hunters can learn from it.
Sep 20, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Surrounded by Montana River Bottom Elk — What Buckmasters’ Jackie Bushman Did Next
Jackie Bushman gets surrounded by elk in a Montana river bottom. Here’s what happened — and what every bow hunter can take away from it.
Sep 20, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Elk Decoy Tactics That Actually Work in Montana — And the Safety Risk Most Hunters Ignore
An elk decoy can be a rut-season game-changer — or get you killed on crowded public land. Here’s what Montana hunters need to know.
Sep 19, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
When You Step Into the Wrong Pasture, the Warden Shows Up
Two bird hunters walk into a rancher’s pasture in Region 6 Montana. What happens next is a lesson every upland hunter needs to hear.
Sep 18, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Raking and Thrashing: The Late-September Tactic Silent Bulls Can’t Ignore
Silent bulls shutting down your archery elk hunt? Raking and thrashing may be the only call that works in late September Montana timber.
Sep 18, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Most Archery Hunts Don’t End With a Kill — A Montana Bowhunter Gets Real About Success
Most archery hunts don’t end with a kill — this Montana bowhunter gets real about what success actually looks like in the high country.
Sep 17, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Inside a Montana Archery Elk Camp: What WALSHFARMS68 Gets Right About the September Grind
Montana archery elk season demands serious camp planning. See how WALSHFARMS68 sets up for a month in elk country — plus tips for your own September hunt.
Sep 16, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Wardens Set Deer Decoy Trap During Winter Storm Brutus Near Glasgow — Driver Didn’t Stand a Chance
Montana wardens set a deer decoy trap near Glasgow during Winter Storm Brutus — what happened next is a masterclass in how poachers get caught.
Sep 15, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
He Confessed Before the K9 Even Sniffed — Cely Lake Elk Decoy Sting
Montana wardens ran a spike elk decoy near Cely Lake — and one hunter confessed before the K9 even got to work. Here’s what happened.
Sep 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
The One Question Montana Game Wardens Ask That Honest Hunters Never Worry About
A Montana game warden’s simple field question reveals more than hunters expect. Here’s what it means for you and how to hunt Region 4 the right way.
Sep 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
First-Ever Archery Bull on Montana Public Land — DIY, Opening Day, 100-Yard Shot
A DIY hunter tagged his first-ever archery bull elk on Montana public land on opening day of the 2026 early archery season — with a 100-yard bow shot.
Sep 11, 2026 · Angela Montana
Another Sunrise, Never Forgotten…Remembering 9/11
September marks a transition for hunters and fishermen, but it also signifies a somber remembrance of September 11, 2001, when 2,977 lives were lost. As we reflect on that day’s shock and bravery, we find solace in nature, cherishing family and freedom. Let us honor those lost and never forget.
Sep 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What a Year-Round Trail Camera in the Rockies Reveals About Elk and Mule Deer Behavior — And What Montana Hunters Can Learn
A trail cam left running for a full year in the Rockies captured elk, mule deer, and seasonal shifts that every Montana backcountry hunter should see.
Sep 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Mid-September Bulls: Reset Your Tactics After Two Weeks of Pressure
Two weeks in and bulls are spooked. Here’s how to adjust your approach and close the distance on pressured Montana archery elk right now.
Sep 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Wardens Used This Elk Decoy Trick for 25 Years Near Cely Lake
Montana wardens Bill Copen and Kyle Miller reveal a 25-year elk decoy operation near Cely Lake — and what it means for hunters in Region 2.
Sep 10, 2026 · Angela Montana
A Giant Bull and an Even Bigger Dose of Perspective
Hunter Mike Stolt shares a reflective experience after tagging a bull and questioning his future solo hunts due to his age and physical condition. Meeting 76-year-old Mr. Preston, who still actively hunted despite health challenges, reignited Stolt's passion for the mountains, emphasizing the present moment over physical limitations.
Sep 9, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Decoy Pronghorn on Montana’s Open Prairie: What This Archery Hunt Gets Right
Master the decoy game for Montana pronghorn archery hunts. Learn how to beat their 320-degree vision and get within bow range on open prairie.
Sep 8, 2026 · Angela Montana
One Tag, One Giant Bull, One Possible World Record
Talk about showing up and accidentally rewriting the record book. According to an article from Outdoor Life, Illinois bowhunter Drew […]
Sep 8, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Raking, Screaming, and Closing the Distance on September Bulls
Montana’s archery elk season is in week two. Here’s how to escalate from cow calls to aggressive raking on pressured public land bulls.
Sep 7, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
The Warden Was Already Watching — Three Hunters Didn’t Know It
A Montana game warden watched three hunters shoot a mule deer buck through his scope before walking down to ask one question. Here’s what happened.
Sep 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Calling Bulls on Pressured Public Land: September Tactics That Work Now
Archery elk season is open and bulls are bugling. Here’s how to call pressured public land bulls in Montana right now.
Sep 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
48 Charges, 20 Dead Bucks, and One Poacher Near Whitefish — Why This Case Matters
A poacher near Whitefish racked up 48 charges after killing 20+ mature bucks and leaving them to rot. Here’s why this case matters to every Montana hunter.
Sep 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
When Logging Disrupts Your Elk Spot, Here’s How to Find New Montana Country Fast
Montana elk hunters know logging can blow up a reliable spot overnight. Here’s how to scout new country and adapt before the season opens.
Sep 4, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Lowered Its Wolf Population Estimate and Raised Harvest Quotas — What Hunters Need to Know
Montana FWP reduced its wolf population estimate and raised harvest quotas. Here’s what the change means for hunters in wolf country this fall.
Sep 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Three Years of Gains: Mule Deer Are Making a Real Comeback in Region 7
Montana FWP confirms a third straight year of mule deer population gains in Region 7. Here’s what it means for hunters this fall.
Sep 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Mule Deer Are Rebounding in Southwest Montana — Here’s What Region 3 Data Shows
Montana FWP breaks down mule deer population trends in Region 3 after years of drought and hard winters. Here’s what hunters need to know.
Sep 1, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Hunting Camp Extension Applications Available for the Rocky Mountain Ranger District
(Choteau, M.T., August 18, 2026) – The Rocky Mountain Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest will be accepting […]
Sep 1, 2026 · Angela Montana
Master Elk Hunting: Strategies to Tag Your First Bull
September elk hunting requires strategy rather than brute effort. Jace Bauserman offers five key tips: elevate your position early, use cover wisely, don’t overlook nearby elk, minimize calling when approaching a herd bull, and watch water sources for ambush opportunities. Success hinges on smart tactics, not endurance.
Aug 30, 2026 · Angela Montana
When a Public-Land Hunt Crosses the Line
Andrew McKean’s Wyoming elk hunt was supposed to make a point about public-land access. Instead, it became a very public […]
Aug 29, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Dove Opener September 1: Find Birds Before the Crowds Do
Montana’s dove season opens September 1. Here’s a boots-on-the-ground guide to finding birds on public and Block Management lands before everyone else shows up.
Aug 29, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Giant Public Land Bull Elk Bugling at First Light — Bowhunting Montana with Twin Elements
Twin Elements captures a giant bull elk bugling at first light on Montana public land — a bowhunt that reminds you why September in Montana is unmatched.
Aug 28, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Your Gym Gains Mean Nothing Above 8,000 Feet in Montana
A Missouri whitetail hunter learns the hard way that gym strength doesn’t cut it in Montana’s mountains. Here’s what actually prepares you for a mule deer hunt.
Aug 27, 2026 · Angela Montana
Heads Up, Hunters: New Playbook for Lincoln’s Block Management Areas
Autumn hunters in Lincoln, Montana should be aware of new rules for two Block Management Areas. For Horsefly Creek, access requires reservation from August 26-28, with no camping allowed. Keep Cool Hills has updated parking and camping restrictions, limiting stays to three days within 21. Check regulations online before visiting.
Aug 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What a Montana Elk Guide Actually Packs for a Full Season in the Backcountry
A Montana elk guide breaks down every piece of gear he trusts for a full season in the mountains — clothing, boots, and power solutions included.