In the confusing world of preserving lands to offset development in sage grouse habitat, a disagreement has arisen. The Montana Sage Grouse Oversight Team has divided over the issue of term leases and easements. These leases and easements help preserve sage grouse habitat so that the birds aren’t listed as an endangered species. But the difference in how term leases, which are a minimum of 15 years, and leases in perpetuity has given some MSGOT members heartburn. Discussion of the difference came up at the last team meeting. To learn more about the issue, and how it may affect landowners, check out my story in the Billings Gazette at https://billingsgazette.com/lifestyles/recreation/sage-grouse-conservation-tool-used-unfairly-group-told/article_ef9c8b3c-7053-56b4-acff-b3c1a27c0ace.html.
Glacier National Park Adds Early Access Lotteries for 2024 Wilderness Permits
By Moosetrack Megan
Journal publishes Montana State study on historic role of fire, grazing in grassland ecosystems
National Park Service and USDA Forest Service seek public input on proposed guidance for managing climbing, protecting natural and cultural resources in wilderness areas
Leverich Canyon Trails Remains Closed
Join the Celebration: 40 Years of Grizzly Bear Recovery and Interagency Collaborative Achievements
BIRDS HAVE TO EAT TO TWEET !!! by Montana Grant
By angelamontana
Hunting Season to Holiday Season – Last Weeks Show 12/9/23
By Kamp Cook
Montana Fishing Reports for 12/9/23
DEAD or ALIVE? by Montana Grant
MT Outdoor Podcast: What Is Wrong with Montana’s Mule Deer?
30.2 Pound Pike
Native Energy Bars!!! by Montana Grant
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 12.7.23
Fort Peck Walleye
FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet December 14
FWP News: Cash reward increased to $21K for information on wolverine killed illegally in southwestern Montana
Brett French reports: Insight from proposed hunting regulation changes
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update by Brent Beller | IDFG 12.5.23
A Helping Hand…to some Legs
FWP News: Trapping for all fisher to close in Bitterroot Fisher Management Unit
FWP News: FWP Director issues statement on proposed ballot initiative
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 12.5.23
Happy Hump Day
Salmon Casserole Recipe
