Wild Turkey Mushroom Meatloaf reinvents a classic with lean ground turkey, sautéed mushrooms, onion, carrot, celery, herbs, cheese, and breadcrumbs, topped with a caramelized ketchup glaze. Baked at 350°F until it reaches 160°F, the loaf rests before serving and becomes even better the next day when sliced and pan-seared for crispy edges.

Are conservation bison “livestock” under federal law? A Montana legal fight over BLM grazing permits could reshape how public land is used.

Learn to spot brown trout redds before you wade. Fall spawning gravel is easy to crush, and protecting it keeps Montana's rivers thriving.

Montana elk hunting decoded — population data, permit types, rut timing by zone, and public land access tips every hunter needs before the season.

Is a coydog real? Montana hunters and ranchers say yes — but the science tells a more complicated story. Here's what you need to know.

Richard Mann compares the .357 Magnum and .327 Federal Magnum, finding both capable but suited to different shooters. The .357 offers greater energy, broader ammunition availability, and better performance against larger game, while the .327 delivers similar practical performance with less recoil, lighter guns, and an extra cylinder round. Ultimately, preference depends on intended use and shooter comfort.

Cold rain, big streamers, and the Clark Fork in November. Here’s why bad weather might be your best bet for a trophy brown this season.

New week, new reports, new information, so if you missed it, get caught up right here. Montana Outdoor Radio Show […]

Final update from this year’s Fall Mack Days, FWP, anglers and outfitters report in from across the state, and much […]

Searching Montana elk poaching cases? Here's how investigations work, what penalties poachers face, and how to report violations with TIP-MONT.

Harry Horn Trail is being rebuilt to open the Montana shoreline to everyone, including wheelchair users and those who struggle on rough, uneven paths.

A Montana man was fined $20,000 and sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to federal Lacey Act violations involving the trafficking of bighorn sheep taken during a guided hunt.

Havre’s hunter check station recorded 222 hunters over Nov. 7–8, bringing the annual total to 1,105, slightly above average. Antelope harvest exceeded recent and long-term averages, while mule deer improved from 2025 but remained below normal. White-tailed deer, elk, pheasants, and sharp-tailed grouse remained low; partridge and duck numbers were comparatively strong.

A Perfect Fly Store report describes Montana’s Smith River as a remote, wild-trout freestone requiring lottery permits for its premier 60-mile float. Access is difficult because surrounding lands are private. Conditions vary seasonally, while November fishing is reportedly fairly good. Recommended tackle includes 4–6-weight rods, small midges, olives, caddis, and streamers.

Sixteen bison walked onto northeast Montana grassland in 2005. Two decades later, the prairie tells a story worth watching.

West-central Montana's deer and elk harvest is tracking close to last year at the general season's midpoint. See what steady numbers mean if you still have a tag.

A record 81 grizzlies have died in the Yellowstone region this year, the third straight record. So why do some experts say the bears may be fine?

An easy way to turn poached pike into a flavorful fish soup is to reuse the poaching liquid. Add potatoes and celery root, then enhance the broth with chili, lemon juice, tarragon, and parsley. Celery root provides unexpected depth, creating a simple, satisfying soup that may quickly become a favorite.

Lake Trout- Fish are still in the shallows in big numbers. Jigs and plastics worked the best for us in […]

A rare, bright yellow burbot has been discovered in New York’s Oswego Harbor during a routine invasive species survey. The […]

Winter conditions now shape the Madison River, with year-round park water remaining mild and holding late-season fish. The Upper and Lower sections are colder, offering strong wading and nymphing opportunities, especially in Bear Trap Canyon. Fish deep during late morning and afternoon using Rubberlegs, Zebra Midges, and Parachute Adams. Check gauges before fishing, as conditions can change quickly.

Montana FWP highlights three upcoming events: a Nov. 12 guided fish dissection for families at Montana WILD in Helena; Nov. 17 discussions in Columbia Falls about conservation easements and public access; and a Lone Pine State Park presentation on James J. Hill’s railroad and its influence on Kalispell, Whitefish, and Glacier National Park.

The Montana Ice Grand Slam returns for the 2026–2027 ice-fishing season, running December 1 through March 31. Anglers compete by totaling their longest catches across 27 Montana species. Registration is limited to 30 participants, costs $30, and last year’s top three split $500. Sign up through the Fish Donkey app.

Six grizzlies on a Choteau calving lot, 35 miles from the mountains. A new video explains why Montana’s bears keep moving onto the plains.

Found a dead goose or ducks while hunting? Learn how to spot bird flu risks, protect yourself and your dogs, and report sick or dead birds in Montana.

GYE grizzly deaths hit a modern record high for the third straight year. Here's what Montana elk hunters need to know right now in the field.

FWP reminds hunters that Nov. 30 is a key deadline. Residents must purchase bobcat hunting or trapping licenses by then, while one new mountain lion license covers fall and winter seasons. Hunters must verify LMU quotas, and nonresidents should review hound-license rules. Other dates include bison opening Nov. 15 and several seasons closing Nov. 29.

El Niño and a drought-stricken southeast point to a dry Montana winter. See which regions face the worst snow outlook and what resorts may do to open.

Blaine County’s Fur Fest returns to Chinook, Montana, December 4–6, 2026, combining coyote and small-game hunting with raffles, prizes, and community fundraising. Proceeds support fairgrounds improvements, 4-H, and FFA programs. With updated rules and online registration, organizers encourage teams to register early and support participating local sponsors.

A truck blows through a check station near Dillon and wardens spot deer blood in the bed. See how it plays out and what it means for Montana hunters.

Montana FWP reports 14 affected sites, mostly with maintenance, construction, or cleanup advisories rather than full closures. Brogan’s Landing remains completely closed. Others offer modified access, including walk-in, bank fishing, or open sections. Conditions are temporary and may change, so visitors should verify current restrictions with FWP before traveling.

Skip the July crowds. Winter and late fall fishing on Montana's rivers means empty banks, hungry trout, and a quiet stretch of water all to yourself.

Master late-fall streamer fishing in Montana. Get the best flies, rigs and tactics for post-spawn browns on the Yellowstone, Madison and Missouri.

Late-season browns are crushing streamers on the Yellowstone below Livingston. Here's what's working now and why this narrow fall window closes sooner than you think.

BILLINGS, Mont. — The Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas, Governor Greg Gianforte, and the Montana Department of Natural Resources and […]

USDA's proposed rule overhauls grazing permits and fees on national forests and grasslands across 16 Western states. Here's what ranchers and hunters should know.