Dec 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
DIY Ice Fishing Hole Cover Hack: Warmer Feet in an Ice Shelter (Clam X600 Setup)
Minnesota angler Beau Rochel shared a simple DIY multi-hole cover for a Clam X600 ice shelter to help keep feet warmer while fishing. Here’s the basic idea, materials mentioned, and an easy foam-tile alternative that’s becoming a trend for overnight shack anglers.
Dec 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Massive Elk Herd Roams Through Colorado Neighborhood Yards, Stuns Mom and Daughter
A mom and daughter in Colorado were stunned when a massive elk herd took over their neighborhood yards. The same elk have also been seen along a nearby highway and even shutting down a local golf course—another reminder that in elk country, wildlife can show up anywhere.
Nov 5, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Helena’s Team Grey Bull Lands $500K+ at Bisbee’s Los Cabos Offshore Tournament With 398-Pound Black Marlin
A six-man crew from Helena, Montana, took home more than half a million dollars at Bisbee’s Los Cabos Offshore Tournament in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Team Grey Bull beat out a packed field to place third in the Billfish Division after landing a 398-pound black marlin.
Oct 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Rare Video: Wolverine Hunting a Deer Near Ajax Mountain, Montana (2017)
Shot over the 4th of July weekend in 2017 near Ajax Mountain, Montana, this rare clip captures a wolverine in action. Wolverines are famously elusive in the Lower 48—only about 300 are thought to remain—and can travel 18–20 miles in a single day.
Aug 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bear, an AKC Anatolian Shepherd, Heads From Montana to South Africa for Livestock Guardian Dog Program
Wild Rooster Farm’s Bear, an AKC purebred Anatolian Shepherd from Kalispell, Montana, is set to travel to South Africa to join the Cheetah Outreach Trust as a breeding stud in its Livestock Guardian Dog program—aimed at protecting livestock while supporting cheetah conservation.
Jun 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bison Dies After Slipping Into Yellowstone’s Grand Prismatic Spring
A bull bison took a wrong step and fell into the scalding waters of Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone. Witnesses watched in shock as it couldn’t escape the roughly 160-degree pool—an unfortunate reminder that the park is still truly wild.
Jun 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Cow moose and two calves die after angler shooting on North Tongue River, Wyoming
Wyoming Game and Fish says a cow moose was shot during a close-range encounter with an angler on the North Tongue River in Bighorn National Forest near Bear Lodge Resort. The cow later died from her injuries; two calves were also reported dead.
Jun 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
Watch: Cow Elk Chases a Grizzly Bear While It Chases a Calf Elk in Montana
A wild Montana moment: a cow elk is seen chasing a grizzly bear that appears to be chasing a calf elk. Feature photo: YouTube screenshot.
Jun 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
German Shepherd Jumps From Moving Jeep to Chase Gray Wolf in Yellowstone
A German shepherd leapt from a moving Jeep in Yellowstone to chase a wild gray wolf. Photos by guide MacNeil Lyons show the tense roadside standoff south of Canyon Village—ending without bites or barks, thanks to a strong recall.
Jun 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Father’s Day Fishing: Austin Lee Lands 35-Pound, 50-Inch Northern Pike at Canyon Ferry
Austin Lee battled a massive northern pike for more than an hour at Canyon Ferry, landing a 35-pound, 50-inch fish—just 2.5 pounds shy of Montana’s long-standing state record.
May 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Yellowstone Rangers Seek Man Seen Running on Thermal Terrace Near White Elephant Back (Selfie Stick, Blue Ford F-150)
A Facebook post reports a man illegally sprinting around White Elephant Back Terrace with a selfie stick. Rangers are looking for him; he’s said to be driving a blue Ford F-150 with temporary tags and traveling with two companions. If you see them, notify a ranger.
May 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Montana Angler Gets Front-Row Elk Bugle While Trout Fishing
A day of trout fishing turned wild when a bull elk and cow wandered right past an angler—and the bull bugled in the river beside him. With Montana’s 2025 archery season stirring excitement, the unexpected riverside “concert” is the kind that makes your heart race.
May 15, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Grand Teton: Male Grizzly Likely Kills and Partly Consumes Two Cubs of Grizzly 1063, NPS Says
Two of Grizzly 1063’s three yearling cubs were found dead in a closed area south of Colter Bay on May 13, 2025. The National Park Service said the cubs likely were killed and partially consumed by a male grizzly, with the carcasses discovered about 250 yards apart.
May 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Napping While Hunting in Bear Country: The Risks Every Hunter Should Know
A quick mid-day nap can feel like a good reset during a hunt—but in bear country it can also mean waking up to a curious cub and a protective sow nearby. Staying aware matters as much as your aim.
Apr 7, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Yellowstone’s First Fatal Grizzly Attack (1916): The Death of Frank Welch and the “Old Two Toes” Response
In 1916, Yellowstone recorded its first officially documented fatal grizzly bear attack. Frank Welch, a 61-year-old government teamster, was killed near Turbid Lake by an elderly grizzly known as “Old Two Toes,” a bear reportedly showing aggressive behavior as its condition worsened. After Welch’s death, officials responded by killing the bear with dynamite.
Apr 1, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Irish Tourist Sues Wyoming Dude Ranch After Bear Spray Accident During Horseback Ride
Lorraine Learmont of Ireland filed suit against Triangle C Ranch near Dubois, Wyoming, alleging a lead wrangler accidentally discharged bear spray into her horse’s eyes during a guided ride—spooking the horse and causing a fall that crushed her ankle.
Mar 31, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Watch a Friendly Elk Play Backyard Soccer (Impressive Footwork)
A smart, friendly elk shows off surprisingly good footwork in a backyard soccer moment you have to see.
Mar 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
Dog Found Dead on Yellowstone River Bank; Owners Seek Help After Bullet Hole Discovered
A lost dog’s body has been found along the Yellowstone River, and the owners say it had a bullet hole. They’re asking the public for help as questions remain about what happened.
Mar 21, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Relocated Wolf From Canada to Colorado Found Dead in Wyoming After Reported Livestock Predation
A gray wolf moved from Canada to Colorado as part of the state’s reintroduction effort was found dead in north-central Wyoming after reports of sheep predation. Investigators documented signs consistent with wolf attacks, and the animal was identified by its Colorado Parks and Wildlife collar.
Mar 19, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Video: Massive Elk Herd Crosses Highway Near Norris, Montana
Watch a huge elk herd cross a highway near Norris, Montana in a remarkable wildlife moment caught on video.
Mar 3, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Nearly 17 Pound Walleye Caught in North Dakota
A North Dakota Angler caught a pig of a Walleye in Mandan, North Dakota. The post was made on 2/28/2025 […]
Mar 3, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
11 Wolves Caught On Video Chasing Elk Herd at Yellowstone
A video from Yellowstone National Park captures 11 wolves from the Junction Pack chasing a bull elk in the park’s […]
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Shed Happens: Here’s a Cool Compilation of Elk and Moose Antler Finds from Montana
Montanans don’t just chase game—they also chase the antlers the game leaves behind….
Jan 29, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don’t Let Your Ice Fishing Shanty Relocate Itself
Ice fishing is fun, but watching your shanty roll away? Not so much….
Jan 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
Wolf Pack Attempts Hunt 5 Times in Hours
Five failed hunts and an unstoppable elk for an unnamed wolf pack…
Jan 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Moss-Covered Deadhead You Need to See!
Overgrown and awesome, this elk deadhead proves Mother Nature’s got a green thumb for decorating!
Jan 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
When Elk Visit the Suburbs
When elk trade the wilderness for your front yard…
Jan 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Vehicle delivering food to ice fishermen sinks through the ice
You might want to bring your own snacks ice fishing, rather than calling for a delivery. That’s what some anglers […]
Jan 18, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Forest Rangers and Police Rescue Moose Trapped in Ice
Officers rescued a moose that had broken through the ice and into icy waters.
Jan 18, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Wyoming Wolf Killed by Snowmobile Prompts “Clean Kill Bill”
In response to a widely condemned incident in Daniel, Wyoming, where a wolf was reportedly tortured after being run over […]
Jan 18, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Man arrested for allegedly pulling a gun over ice fishing spot
This story is a good reminder to give people their space on the ice.
Jan 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Attack of the Not-So-Domestic Cat…
Think you know cats? This couple’s surprise attacker proves not all felines are the cuddly kind—brace yourself for the unexpected…
Jan 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Antlers, Rumors and Legends–The 321-Inch Buck That Broke the Internet
At 94, Laura Berry bagged a jaw-dropping 321-inch buck, sparking a South Texas hunting legend—and a whole lot of buzz about the fine print!
Jan 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
When the Buck in Your Truck Is Alive…
When you got a buck–but it's alive!
Jan 7, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Mutant Blue-Eyed Wyoming Mule Deer Fawn Spotted
A rare mule deer fawn with striking blue eyes and a light-colored coat has been spotted near La Barge, Wyoming, […]
Jan 7, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Yellowstone’s Legendary One-Eyed Wolf 907F Succumbs After Clash With Rival Pack
Yellowstone National Park’s renowned one-eyed wolf, 907F, passed away on December 25, 2024, due to injuries sustained in a confrontation […]
Jan 5, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
14 Year old Ohio Hunter Bags 240-inch Deer on Public Land
On December 2, 2024, 14-year-old Hunter Windsor achieved a remarkable milestone by harvesting a 26-point whitetail buck on public land […]
Dec 27, 2024 · Angela Montana
A Truck, A Bear, A Man and A Boat
When a bear decides to feast while you're trying to boat…
Dec 26, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
New 78 Million Year Old Montana Dinosaur Species Discovered
Montana has once again proven to be a treasure trove for paleontologists, as a newly unearthed dinosaur species is sparking […]
Dec 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
Grizzly Bear Tracks Spark Late-Season Buzz
Grizzly alert! Tracks and a furry visitor hit the trails a couple of days ago.
Dec 16, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Monster Buck Spotted in Montana Neighborhood
It’s not every day you see a trophy-sized buck strolling through the middle of a Missoula neighborhood, but that’s exactly […]
Dec 15, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Hunter Shoots Massive Whitetail at 500 Yards
According to Field & Stream In November 2024, Montana hunter Bret Pullman harvested a remarkable 200-inch whitetail buck on his […]
Dec 13, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
The Craziest Fishing Tournament Cheating Scandals of All Time
Fishing tournaments, often associated with camaraderie and fair competition, have occasionally been marred by deceitful practices. Here are some of […]
Dec 11, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Yellowstone Tourist Attempts to Ride a Wild Bison
A recent incident at Yellowstone National Park has sparked outrage after a tourist disturbed a resting bison, attempting to interact […]
Dec 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
The Fish that Flopped Back to Freedom
Check out this fish pulling the ultimate escape…
Dec 7, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Coyotes Vs. Wolves – Yellowstone Park Battle
In a captivating encounter within Yellowstone National Park, two coyotes confronted a gray wolf, offering a striking comparison of their […]
Dec 7, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Hay Scam Hits Montana Ranchers
In 2021, a severe drought led to a significant hay shortage in Montana and Wyoming, leaving ranchers desperate to secure […]
Dec 6, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Polar Bear Attacks Wife and Injures Husband after Fighting it Off
The man who leapt onto a polar bear to protect his wife from being mauled is recovering from serious injuries to his arm and legs, but is expected to recover.