Jul 19, 2025 · Angela Montana

Storm? What Storm?

Rain, thunder, and the best nap of his life—this boater handled the storm a little differently.

Jul 11, 2025 · Angela Montana

Bucket List Series: Sooner or Later

It may not start on command, but this pontoon has sparked more fun on land than most boats do afloat—and its story is not over yet…

Jun 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan

Harrison Lake closed as law enforcement conducts water search

Harrison Lake was closed until further notice beginning Wednesday night as law enforcement conducted a water search for a missing person.

Apr 11, 2025 · Angela Montana

Reminder: Before You Float, Get the All-Clear Note

Protect the Reservoir—One Boat at a Time…

Apr 9, 2025 · Angela Montana

When There is a Lack of Boating Etiquette on the Water

If you haven't seen it yet, this viral captain vs. fisherman clash is pure maritime mayhem….

Aug 22, 2024 · Angela Montana

From Calm to Chaos on the Water

Just wanted to share a recent boating incident that really hits home the importance of safety on the water. Over […]

Aug 15, 2024 · Angela Montana

A Whoops on the Water

Romance has a place on the water…just maybe AFTER the boat is docked or loaded… Check out this couple who […]

Aug 6, 2024 · Angela Montana

Today We Salute You: Boat Ramp Valet

Now that you have a better idea of how to be a good boat guest, here’s a commercial that you […]

Aug 6, 2024 · Angela Montana

SOS: How Not to be a Bad Boat Guest

How many of these types of people have you encountered on your boat adventures? These are all common sense things, […]

Jul 12, 2024 · Angela Montana

Extreme Boat Launching

Here’s one way to launch a small boat!

Jun 28, 2024 · Angela Montana

Own a Piece of Fishing Scandal History: $130K Ranger Pro Boat Auction

Got some cash to spare? According to an article on Field and Stream, you could own the boat at the […]

Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana

When the Weather Turns Really Bad

Well, this is exactly what you do not want to happen when you park your boat… A sudden tornado formed […]

May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana

The Coolest Guy at the Boat Ramp

When you’re the coolest set up at the boat ramp, nobody has to tell you that you are—-you just know…

May 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

It’s Boat Ramp Season: Fails Compilation

It’s that time of year again.  Boats are being launched everywhere by people who know what they’re doing and by […]

May 7, 2024 · Angela Montana

Be Careful on the Water

Just a reminder to be aware of others on the water. Yikes.

Apr 19, 2024 · Angela Montana

Common sense isn’t always common…

Common sense is not guaranteed in human beings…be careful out there!

Apr 17, 2024 · Angela Montana

It only takes a second…

Imagine you’re out boating and having a good time, and this happens. Yikes…

Mar 8, 2024 · Angela Montana

Boating Etiquette

Hey boaters! It’s still winter in Montana, but open water is showing up in some places. With spring on the […]

Mar 7, 2024 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP gearing up for a new watercraft inspection station season

Some stations will open this weekend HELENA – Several watercraft inspection stations begin operation in early March to check snowbird boat […]

Mar 7, 2024 · Angela Montana

The things you see in Montana during ice fishing season…

You just never know what you will see at Canyon Ferry during ice fishing season….lol On a safety note for […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

23 foot battery-electric boat designed for wake sports

Lora Klodney recently wrote an article on cnbc.com spotlighting the launch of a new premium wake sport model by EV […]

Feb 13, 2024 · Angela Montana

Getting your boat in the water is not easy for everybody…

There is a checklist of things you need to be aware of when you’re backing your boat into the water […]

Jan 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

A lucky boat recovery!

Wow–this angler had a lucky break after a huge wave tossed him out of his boat!   View this post […]

Oct 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Boat Ramp Watching [VIDEO]

Have you ever watched somebody back their boat down the boat ramp and just laughed?  Well, this group is all […]

Aug 10, 2023 · Montana Grant

DEATH WISH!!!

We have all made some poor choices when afield. Injury or worse can result from not planning, preparing, or considering […]

Aug 6, 2023 · Montana Grant

FLAB INTO FAB!!!

Winters in Montana are LONG!!!! We all tend to gain more than a few pounds. As the winter grows, so […]

Aug 5, 2023 · Montana Grant

OTTER OPPOSITION!!!

The Jefferson River, near the Sappington Bridge, was the site of an Otter Attack. # ladies were tubing down the […]

Jul 27, 2023 · Montana Grant

WADE A LITTLE DEEPER!!!

Wading can be dangerous. Fishermen that wet wade or wear expensive waders, always try to get a little deeper. Their […]

Jul 16, 2023 · Montana Grant

BERTHA’S BEST!!!

Over the years I have guided boatloads of fishermen. Some were celebrities, many were newbies, and lots of kids. I […]

Jul 1, 2023 · Montana Grant

PAY TO PLAY!!!

On July 1st, anyone using Montana State fishing access sites, State Lands, or Wildlife Management Areas will be required to […]

Jul 1, 2023 · Montana Grant

BIG FRY COUNTRY!!!

Montana sunbathing smells like frying bacon. Getting a sunburn is easier at higher altitudes. Big Fry Country means that being […]

Jun 22, 2023 · Montana Grant

HYALITE HOWDY!!!

Hyalite Lake is a favorite destination for many tourists and locals. This beautiful lake, in the mountains south of Bozeman, […]

Jun 3, 2023 · Montana Grant

BOAT READY!!!

  Well, the waters will soon become navigable again in Montana. This means that the fleet of drift boats will […]

Jun 1, 2023 · Montana Grant

HAIL and HIGH WATERS!!!

Years ago, I was guiding some ladies from Georgia. We put in at Warm Springs access, along the lower Madison, […]

May 21, 2023 · Montana Grant

RAMP TRAMPS!!!

Boat Ramp Tramps take up too much space and take too long to launch or retrieve their boats. Others will […]

May 21, 2023 · Montana Grant

WHAT FLOATS YOUR BOAT!!!

Boating safety is important when on Montana’s rivers, lakes, and waters. Any activity done near or on the water makes […]

May 7, 2023 · Montana Grant

RIVER LIVER!!!

As the rivers become more float friendly, floaters and boaters are drawn to the flows. Great weather means more water […]

Apr 23, 2023 · Montana Grant

SPRING IN YOUR STEP!!!

Getting out for the first time requires some patience. Anxious anglers have been preparing all Winter for their first Spring […]

Apr 23, 2023 · Montana Grant

and a SPORTSMAN LIVES HERE!!!

  Montana is full of outdoorsmen and women. Many folks migrated here to enjoy the diversity of hunting, fishing, and […]

Apr 8, 2023 · Montana Grant

MONTANA PLAY LIST!!!

When we travel around Big Sky Country, it’s nice to listen to some Montana Music. The trip to and from […]

Apr 1, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: Small Town that is Huge on Knowledge and Boating Success

There is a small town in Central Montana that is home to an amazing business that for years has been […]

Mar 4, 2023 · Montana Grant

LICENSED TO KILL!!!

  It’s time to buy a new license in Montana. Some states vary with license dates. In Maryland, you renew […]