Montana Fishing Reports: October 24th

Missed it, listen now to your favorite reports from those in the field or on the waters from all across […]

Montana wardens bust poachers using a decoy deer — and measure a 6×6 bull elk worth $8,000 in trophy restitution. Here’s what every hunter needs to know.

In the latest Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale discusses hunting insights from FWP Region 3 with experts Warren Hansen and Morgan Jacobsen. They reveal elk population estimates of 60,000 but caution about accessibility for hunters. The episode also addresses trends in mule deer and antelope numbers, bear conflicts, and various hunting opportunities.

Kokanee Quinn embarked on a quest to discover the ultimate venison breakfast meatball recipe. Combining ground venison and pork with classic breakfast sausage spices, she created a flavorful dish. The meatballs are easy to make and can be customized with various ingredients, making them perfect for any meal or occasion.

Fort Peck hatchery staff collected approximately 763,000 Chinook salmon eggs this fall, marking a decrease from previous years, despite larger average fish sizes. Female salmon averaged 20.2 pounds, producing more and larger eggs than in 2025. The hatchery will monitor the egg development until the fish are released in spring 2027.

A fungus responsible for killing millions of bats across North America has been detected for the first time in both […]

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, Wyo. – As fall settles over Yellowstone National Park, most park roads and three entrances will close […]

The National Park Service, together with its official nonprofit and philanthropic partner, Yellowstone Forever, and Blackstone Infrastructure portfolio company Tallgrass, announces the establishment of a $105 million Conservation and Stewardship Fund, creating a permanent source of support for the long-term stewardship of the world’s first national park.