It is the 7th inning stretch for the 2024 big game season. Time to focus on the prize. Hear all of our latest hunting and fishing reports from our correspondents around the state of Montana.
Montana Hunting and Fishing Reports for 11/16/24
Posted by Kamp Cook on November 16, 2024
Latest Montana Hunting & Fishing Articles
MT Waterfowl Hunting
Montana Goose Hunting: Strategies for a Bountiful Season
Dec-02-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
Montana is a paradise for waterfowl hunting enthusiasts. The state’s untouched landscapes provide ideal habitats for Canada geese, attracting hunters […]
Holy Quack! Drake Mallard Sets New Flight Speed Record for Wildlife Research Lab
Apr-17-24 by Angela Montana
Did you hear about the latest record-breaking duck flight for Cohen Wildlife Lab? According to the Cohen Wildlife Lab, a […]
2023 WATERFOWL POPULATION SURVEY RESULTS via Ducks Unlimited
Aug-18-23 by Angela Montana
The combined count of waterfowl reached 32.3 million in the year 2023. Delve into a comprehensive analysis of species-specific numbers […]
THE BEST HUNTING SHOWS!!!
Mar-25-23 by Montana Grant
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Hunting is a Blood Sport. This means that things die when hunters are successful at harvesting their prey. Humans are […]
Montana Hunting
FWP News: Northeast Montana’s Region 6 Havre check station results for the 2024 Season
Dec-11-24 by Angela Montana
2024 Havre Check Station Wrap-Up: Hunter numbers hit their lowest since 2015, and big game harvests were below average, with mule deer and elk seeing significant declines. See what else happened…
FWP News: Lottery open for chance to hunt bison on Blackfeet Reservation
Dec-10-24 by Angela Montana
Want a shot at bagging a bison? The Blackfeet Reservation lottery is open! $10 per chance, and you could win a guided hunt with the ultimate prize—bison meat, hide, and head.
The Bear That Walked 5,000 Miles and Disappeared
Dec-10-24 by Angela Montana
From the far reaches of Montana and Idaho, Ethyl racked up 5,000 miles and rewrote the book on bear behavior. Was she lost, or just the ultimate adventurer? Her story is as wild as the terrain she roamed..
FWP News: General big game season ends in north-central Montana’s Region 4
Dec-09-24 by Angela Montana
North-central Montana’s big game season wrapped up with a mix of mild weather, snowy finales, and some impressive stats. Hunters scored a 25% success rate, with mule deer leading the charge and elk playing hard
FWP News: Final Check Station Season Results for Region 2
Dec-09-24 by Angela Montana
Here is your Region 2 FWP check station update for the 2024 season.
Two deer shot, one left to waste and one removed, in eastern Blaine County, wardens seeking information
Dec-09-24 by Moosetrack Megan
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking any information regarding two deer that were shot after the general season in eastern Blaine County.
Expecting the Unexpected while Hunting
Dec-08-24 by Angela Montana
When you’re out hunting, the wilderness always has a surprise up its sleeve. This hunter found himself in an unexpected situation.
Montana Fishing Reports
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 12.11.24
Dec-11-24 by Angela Montana
Dive into the statewide report for all the fishing deets—We have the scoop to keep your lines tight and your stories bigger!
Flint Creek Fishing Report via Flint Creek Outdoors 12.8.24
Dec-09-24 by Angela Montana
Flint Creek’s flowing and the fish are biting. Warm weather’s kept things open, but the freeze is creeping in—time to perfect those casts before winter takes over.
Hebgen Lake Ice Report – Montana
Dec-07-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
Rainbow point 5.5” Yellowstone Holiday 4” Happy hour 1.5” Kirkwood 1.5” Dam 1.5” The cold springs and some bays on […]
Montana Ice Fishing
Early Season Montana Ice – Things to Remember
Dec-07-24 by Angela Montana
is not always nice. This time last year many of us were already on the hard water. That is not […]
Hebgen Lake Ice Report – Montana
Dec-07-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
Rainbow point 5.5” Yellowstone Holiday 4” Happy hour 1.5” Kirkwood 1.5” Dam 1.5” The cold springs and some bays on […]
Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report 12/5/24
Dec-05-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
Current Fishing Report for Fort Peck Reservoir – December 2024 Winter has arrived at Fort Peck Reservoir, and anglers are […]
How to Clean Your Perch without Losing Your Cool
Dec-05-24 by Angela Montana
Learn the quick and easy way to clean your perch after ice fishing (and keep your limbs intact)!
DIY Ice Rod: Fishing Fail to Winter Win
Dec-05-24 by Angela Montana
Turn your broken ultra-light fishing rod into an ice fishing rig—because who needs perfection when you have creativity?
Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 12.4.24
Dec-05-24 by Angela Montana
Thin ice, big catches! Nelson Creek offered walleye, pike, catfish, and even a ling this weekend, but the ice is sketchy—stay safe out there
Montana Outdoor Podcast
MT Outdoor Podcast: Montana’s Winter Weather Crystal Ball–What’s in Store?
Dec-07-24 by Angela Montana
Is winter holding on or is spring sneaking in early? Find out what Matt Rosencrans has to say about Montana’s unpredictable weather!
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Fishing Guide Garrett Ostler takes us to a Montana Ice Fishing Heaven
Nov-30-24 by Angela Montana
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to fishing guide Garrett Ostler of Madison Adventures […]
Exclusive Sneak Peek: How to Reel in Trout and Adventure in West Yellowstone on Montana Outdoor Podcast
Nov-28-24 by Angela Montana
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale chats with fishing guide Garrett Ostler of Madison Adventures in West […]
MT Outdoor Podcast: The Trapping Debate: Heroes, Villains, or Something in Between?
Nov-23-24 by Angela Montana
Learn the REAL Facts About Trapping in Montana! This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks […]
Exclusive Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Talks about Wildlife’s Unexpected Ally with The MTA
Nov-21-24 by Angela Montana
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale dives into the truth about trapping with Ed Hebbe IV from […]
Outdoor How-To
How To: 5 Basic Boating Knots
Jul-07-24 by Angela Montana
So, you are a newbie to the boating world–or maybe you have never really known how to tie knots because […]
How to fillet a trout in 30 seconds or less
Sep-05-23 by Angela Montana
If you love rainbow trout, but you’re looking for a quicker and easier way to fillet them, let Dan Brooks […]
TAKE ME FISHING!!!
Aug-24-23 by Montana Grant
When your life partner, kids, or friends are down in the dumps, sad, cranky, and out of sorts, they send […]
MT Wildlife
The Beginning and the End of a Mule Deer’s Struggle
Dec-02-24 by Angela Montana
Don Wilkins captured the aftermath of a chase that didn’t go a muley buck’s way.
Alpine Enigmas: UM Researchers Study Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goats
Dec-01-24 by Moosetrack Megan
The best way to catch a bighorn sheep is with a helicopter. You also need favorable conditions, good planning and a little bit of luck.
A Wild Encounter that Makes You Ask “Did that just happen?”
Sep-25-24 by Angela Montana
What is the craziest thing you have seen today? Did it compare to this?
Montana Tourney Trail
2024 Fall Mack Days | Final Results
Nov-04-24 by Angela Montana
The 2024 Fall Mack Days concluded on Sunday November 3rd with a total of 18,414 lake trout entries, 151 anglers […]
Viral Stories
Yellowstone Tourist Attempts to Ride a Wild Bison
Dec-11-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
A recent incident at Yellowstone National Park has sparked outrage after a tourist disturbed a resting bison, attempting to interact […]
The Fish that Flopped Back to Freedom
Dec-08-24 by Angela Montana
Check out this fish pulling the ultimate escape…
Coyotes Vs. Wolves – Yellowstone Park Battle
Dec-07-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
In a captivating encounter within Yellowstone National Park, two coyotes confronted a gray wolf, offering a striking comparison of their […]
Pheasant
Mastering the Art of Pheasant Hunting in a Comeback Year
Dec-06-24 by Angela Montana
It’s more than luck—pheasant hunting is about patterns, patience and letting your dog do the work–check out these tips.
FWP Releases 2024 Pheasant Distribution Map
Dec-04-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) continues to expand its “Roosters for Recruitment” program, aiming to introduce new hunters to […]
Montana FWP
FWP News: Northeast Montana’s Region 6 Havre check station results for the 2024 Season
Dec-11-24 by Angela Montana
2024 Havre Check Station Wrap-Up: Hunter numbers hit their lowest since 2015, and big game harvests were below average, with mule deer and elk seeing significant declines. See what else happened…
FWP News: Lottery open for chance to hunt bison on Blackfeet Reservation
Dec-10-24 by Angela Montana
Want a shot at bagging a bison? The Blackfeet Reservation lottery is open! $10 per chance, and you could win a guided hunt with the ultimate prize—bison meat, hide, and head.
Wild Game Recipes
Hunt, Gather, WRAP — Wild Game Breakfast Burritos
Dec-11-24 by Angela Montana
Ready to bring the wild to your breakfast table?
FISH SOUP
Dec-11-24 by Angela Montana
Soup-er Catch of the Day! Turn your fresh fish into a hearty Fish Soup perfect for chilly fishing trips. Montana Grant’s recipe will reel you in!
Bacon-Wrapped Walleye Done Right…with Hot Sauce
Dec-10-24 by Angela Montana
Turn your fresh catch into a flavor-packed masterpiece! This bacon-wrapped walleye recipe proves that everything really is better with bacon.