Nov 8, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Eastern Montana Rut Rifle Tactics: What’s Moving Bucks This Week

Peak rut is overlapping rifle season in HD 700s and 500s right now. Here's where to set up and how to hunt bucks moving in daylight.

Nov 1, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Eastern Montana Whitetail Seeking Phase: Where to Hunt This Week

Eastern Montana whitetail bucks are seeking right now. Here’s how to find them on public land during rifle season this week.

Oct 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

5 Ways onX Hunt Gives Montana Rifle Hunters an Edge in Week Two

Montana hunters in Week 2 of general rifle season are using digital mapping apps to find elk and deer faster. Here's how to use them smarter.

Aug 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Archery Whitetail: Tag to Table (2026 Guide)

Archery season opens Sept 1 — here's exactly how to scout, shoot, and fill your Montana whitetail tag before rifle hunters ever hit the woods.

Mar 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Shed Hunting 2026: Which Units and Elevations Are Dropping Right Now

Late March snowpack is receding fast. Here's exactly which Montana units and elevation bands are producing fresh elk and mule deer sheds this week.

Mar 18, 2026 · Angela Montana

CWD Is Spreading North from Wyoming: What Montana Mule Deer Hunters Must Know

Wyoming's CWD surge threatens Montana mule deer. With permit apps due April 1, here's what hunters must know about carcass rules and testing.

Mar 17, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Shed Hunting Now: Hit These Elevations Before Green-Up Buries Everything

Mid-March is your last realistic window to find elk and mule deer sheds in Montana before green-up hits. Here's where to walk right now.

Mar 15, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

How Montana Hunters Lost $800 in Venison—And How You Won’t

Montana hunters risk losing a freezer full of elk or deer every storm season. Here's how to protect your wild game before next outage hits.

Mar 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

What Montana Hunters Should Do With Extra Elk and Deer Antlers

Shed season is peaking in Montana. Here's exactly what to do with extra elk and deer antlers — sell, craft, donate, or chew.

Mar 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Shed Hunting 2026: Where to Find Elk and Mule Deer Antlers Right Now

Mid-March is your best window for Montana shed hunting. Here's where to find elk and mule deer antlers before the crowds beat you to them.

Mar 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Barnes TTSX Copper Bullets: Is the Switch Worth It for Montana Elk Hunters?

Montana hunters ask: is switching to Barnes TTSX copper bullets worth the hassle? We break down barrel prep, accuracy, and Montana-specific reasons to make the switch.