Kokanee Quinn shares a Wisconsin-style venison brat recipe featuring brats simmered in beer and onions, finished over fire, topped with tangy hard-cider kraut—perfect for outdoor cooking.

The Montana Outdoor Podcast features Downrigger Dale in conversation with Brian Lipscomb about Flathead Lake, highlighting significant changes like a renamed dam and record water levels.

Lakeride Lodging advises caution with current ice conditions, reporting approximately 5.5 inches of ice but acknowledging cracks and open water. Walking is recommended for safety while fishing.

Ice conditions and fishing varied this week in Rock Creek and McGuire. Reports noted strong northern bites in shallow water but melting shorelines and changing ice thickness require caution for safety.

Duct tape is an invaluable fishing tool, offering twelve innovative uses such as repairing gear, waterproofing shoes, securing items, and improving grip, making it essential for any fishing trip.

In Yellowstone, wolves and cougars clash because wolves steal elk kills, sometimes killing cougars. A long-term GPS study shows they’re rivals without reward, unlike smaller predators that scavenge for food.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking the public’s help in gathering information on an unlawfully killed bull elk found on private property and left to waste. Only the head and backstraps were removed from the bull and all other meat was wasted.

Taking kids ice fishing fosters excitement and connection to nature, emphasizing the joy of their first catch over limits or gear. Such moments create lasting memories and build confidence.

Lakeridge Lodging reports about 6 inches of ice on Duck Creek at Fort Peck Reservoir. Shorelines are becoming unstable, urging safe walk-on access and caution during winter activities.

Winter conditions persist in Yellowstone, with frigid water temperatures and sluggish fish behavior. Nymphing is most effective, while ice and wind complicate fishing. Stay alert to changing conditions.

Brown trout are the fish equivalent of that quiet guy in the corner who turns out to be way tougher—and […]

According to a report by The River’s Edge on February 2nd, Holter is cruising at 3560 CFS, and honestly, the […]

Game wardens with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks are seeking information on a bull moose that was shot and killed along Middle Cottonwood Trail near Bozeman.

A terrifying ski lift malfunction left a 12-year-old dangling high above the ground—but she walked away uninjured, reminding skiers that safety, preparation, and a little luck still matter on the slopes.

Water elevation on Fort Peck Reservoir in Central and Eastern Montana will depend on upcoming moisture levels and water releases from the Fort Peck Dam, alongside precipitation forecasts.

Montana’s snowpack is only 32% of normal, significantly impacting ski conditions. OnTheSnow provides detailed reports on snow depth, open runs, and weather for local resorts.

Join the Five Valleys RMEF Ladies Night Out Banquet on February 7th at the Missoula County Fairgrounds. Enjoy dinner, raffles, and auctions while supporting wildlife conservation. Tickets available now!