Get ready for a wild ride on this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast, where Downrigger Dale sits down with Fort Peck Fisheries Biologist Heath Headley and Hatchery Manager Wade Geraets to break down the 2025 walleye egg collection—and things get fishy in more ways than one. With a surprise visit from The Captain of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show, the conversation dives deep into how many eggs were gathered, how the whole process works, and whether any of those tiny fish will end up sizzling in your frying pan. Oh, and it wouldn’t be a true Rigger episode without veering into Jurassic Park territory… yes, there’s talk of genetically engineered Mega Walleyes. Buckle up—this sneak peek is just the beginning.
Exclusive Sneak Peek: Inside the 2025 Walleye Egg Collection and What’s Next for Montana Fishermen
Posted by Angela Montana on May 2, 2025
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MT Waterfowl Hunting
2025-2026 Non-Member Waterfowl & Upland Game Bird Hunting Draft Proposal
Mar-24-25 by Angela Montana
Your chance to shape the future of hunting on the Flathead Reservation—share your thoughts on the 2025-2026 draft regulations…
The Department of Livestock Asks Montanans to be Aware of Avian Influenza
Mar-04-25 by Moosetrack Megan
A Canada goose was confirmed infected in Gallatin County on February 26.
Get Your Goose on With the Ultimate Goose Jerky Recipe
Mar-04-25 by Angela Montana
It’s time to get your goose jerky on!
Trump Jr. Faces International Duck Poaching Probe
Feb-27-25 by Angela Montana
Donald Trump Jr.’s hunting trip in Italy just went from a wild adventure to a legal quagmire after he allegedly poached a rare duck—now, the hunt is on for answers.
Montana Hunting
Public Lands Expansion Means More Room to Roam
May-02-25 by Angela Montana
America’s public lands are opening wider than ever for hunters and anglers, with new spots and big opportunities…
Oklahoma Draws the Line with New Rules for Nonresident Hunters
Apr-30-25 by Angela Montana
Oklahoma’s public lands just got a little less public for outsiders.
Mossy Oak’s Mr. Fox Bags a Bird at 94
Apr-29-25 by Angela Montana
At 94 years old, with a heart full of grit and a camo golf cart for cover, Mr. Fox Haas reminded us all why legends never hang up their calls….
Sheriff warns of escalating wolf attacks as elk dies yards from home; front stoop left bloodied
Apr-28-25 by Moosetrack Megan
The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office in California reports residents are under siege from wolves, posting graphic photos of a bloodied stoop where an elk was brought down just yards from a residence. There have been 18 wolf attacks confirmed in 28 days.
Translocated wolf travels the equivalent of Denver to San Francisco in four months
Apr-28-25 by Moosetrack Megan
A female gray wolf, released in Colorado in January after being translocated from British Columbia, has made significant movements across the state, covering more than 1,230 miles since translocation — an extraordinary display of the species’ natural roaming behavior.
Correction made to hound hunting season dates in 2025 Black Bear Regulations
Apr-28-25 by Moosetrack Megan
IMPORTANT: The season dates for hound hunting season in the printed version of the 2025 Black Bear Regulations were incorrectly listed in the printed regulations.
Montana Fishing Reports
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.1.25
May-01-25 by Angela Montana
From deep water surprises to shoreline hotspots, this week brought a little bit of everything at Fort Peck.
Missouri River Fishing Report 4.29.25
Apr-30-25 by Angela Montana
The bugs are waking up and the trout are eating—Craig’s tailwater is heating up before runoff….
Gallatin River Fishing Report 4.28.25
Apr-29-25 by Angela Montana
The Gallatin River is fishing great right now, with nymphs and worms leading the charge as runoff begins and fish are biting from the park to the valley…
Montana Ice Fishing
When Ice Fishing Becomes a Rescue Mission
Apr-02-25 by Angela Montana
A peaceful day of ice fishing shattered in an instant…
Chasing Ice: For Some, the Season’s Over
Mar-18-25 by Angela Montana
Some anglers are stuck dreaming of frozen lakes, while others are packing their gear and chasing the last ice—where do you stand?
LAST ICE HEIST!!!
Mar-16-25 by Angela Montana
As Canyon Ferry’s ice fades fast, one last thrilling ice fishing adventure delivers big trout and bigger lessons—before the season slips away! More from Montana Grant here!
ICE DOESN’T CARE!!!
Mar-15-25 by Angela Montana
As Montana’s late-season ice thins and conditions become unpredictable, anglers are urged to stay cautious—no fish is worth the risk.
FWP’s Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.10.25
Mar-10-25 by Angela Montana
Ice conditions are unpredictable, but for those willing to take precautions, the fishing has been excellent across Helena area waters.
Montana Outdoor Podcast
MT Outdoor Podcast: Are These the Kokanee Salmon You Were Looking For?
Apr-26-25 by Angela Montana
Time for Your Refresher Course on How to Catch HUGE Kokanee Salmon in Holter & Hauser Reservoirs From Kit & Trevor Johnson of Kit’s Tackle Outfitters…
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Back by Popular Demand: The Podcast Everyone’s Talking About – “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins” Returns This Week!
Apr-21-25 by Angela Montana
Back by popular demand, this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast dives deep into the surprising fish behind Fort Peck’s trophy giants—don’t miss “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins.”
MT Outdoor Podcast: The History and Effects of the Introduction of the Cisco into Fort Peck Reservoir
Apr-12-25 by Angela Montana
What do deep-water monsters and a double bacon cheeseburger have in common? Tune in to the Montana Outdoor Podcast to find out…
MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Downrigger Talks About the Fort Peck Cisco with Andrew McKean
Apr-11-25 by Angela Montana
What do a double bacon cheeseburger and Fort Peck’s biggest fish have in common?
MT Outdoor Podcast: Casting Lines and Relationship Goals with the Goodmans
Apr-05-25 by Angela Montana
What do you get when a seasoned angler takes his date fishing, forgets to mention the eel-like fish might hug her arm, and somehow still ends up married? Hook into this MT Outdoor Podcast episode to hear it all!
Outdoor How-To
How To De-Skunk Your Dog
Apr-01-25 by Angela Montana
That “special” new scent your dog is rocking? Yeah, here’s one way to get rid of that…
How To Win the Recall Battle with Your Dog
Mar-21-25 by Angela Montana
Tired of playing keep-away with your dog while you’re at hunting camp, fishing, on the trapline or hunting? Even well-trained dogs have their moments! Learn the secret to achieving total recall—no chasing required!
A Feud Over Filleting Has The Internet Debating the ‘Right’ Way to Clean a Pike
Mar-19-25 by Angela Montana
When it comes to filleting a northern pike, the internet has spoken—and, as usual, everybody is right and wrong, simultaneously….
MT Wildlife
Porkys
May-01-25 by Angela Montana
Armored in 30,000 quills and smelling like exotic cheese, the porcupine is nature’s most misunderstood, chew-happy, and surprisingly tasty pincushion. Read more from Montana Grant here…
Don’t Pet Wildlife–Even When You Want To
Apr-27-25 by Angela Montana
Remember that wildlife is wild…
When Guests Are Cold-Blooded and Uninvited
Apr-23-25 by Angela Montana
When your Ring doorbell says there’s someone at the door, you just never know what to expect in Florida…
Montana Tourney Trail
Echo Lake Big Sky Bass Bash results from April 26
May-02-25 by Angela Montana
Bass season just kicked off—and let’s just say, the opening weekend didn’t disappoint at the Echo Lake Big Sky Bass Bash…
Viral Stories
In 1916 They Blew Up A Yellowstone Grizzly Bear with Dynamite After it Killed A Man
Apr-07-25 by montanaoutdoor
In 1916, Yellowstone National Park recorded its first officially documented fatal grizzly bear attack. The victim, Frank Welch, a 61-year-old […]
Irish Woman Sues Wyoming Dude Ranch After Bear Spray Incident Leaves Her Injured
Apr-01-25 by montanaoutdoor
An Irish woman, Lorraine Learmont, has filed a lawsuit against the Triangle C Ranch near Dubois, Wyoming, following an incident […]
Watch This Elk Play a Friendly Game of Backyard Soccer
Mar-31-25 by montanaoutdoor
This smart and friendly elk has serious footwork when it comes to soccer.
Montana FWP
We want your input! FWP hosts statewide workshops to get input for new mule deer management plan
May-02-25 by Angela Montana
Montana FWP wants your voice in shaping the future of mule deer—join a local workshop to weigh in on the new statewide management plan and help steer the herd in the right direction.
How To Snag and Release Paddlefish with FWP
May-01-25 by Angela Montana
Snagging a river dinosaur might sound crazy to some, but in Montana, it’s just another paddlefish season….
Wild Game Recipes
Fox Tastes Like Elk? It Can…
Apr-30-25 by Angela Montana
Fox for dinner? With the right prep, it’s kind of like elk—and way more interesting than chicken.
Turkey-Stuffed Morel Mushroom Recipe
Apr-26-25 by Angela Montana
Wild turkey meets wild mushrooms in this easy, flavor-packed spring recipe you’ll want to make all season long…