This past week, fishing on Peck was impossible due to warm weather and unsafe ice conditions, signaling the end of the season. Areas near the dam have opened up, hinting at potential boat usage soon. It’s an opportune time to service ice fishing gear and prepare for next winter.

Montana hunters need to know where the legal lines are on vehicle-mounted thermal scanners before spring predator and bear seasons begin.

Apply for paddlefish permits by April 1 to participate in the unique season. Applications are easy online or in-person at local FWP offices or authorized retailers. Don’t miss out!

Montana crappie are moving shallow as ice retreats. Here’s where to find them and how to catch limits right now before runoff muddies the rivers.

Have you ever landed a ghost-white or golden fish in Montana? Here’s what those rare catches mean and exactly what to do with one.

Madison and Missouri hold steady while Big Hole surges 17%. Southwest storm changes conditions through weekend—here’s your fishing strategy.

Learn how Montana dam release schedules affect trout fishing conditions and discover when to hit blue-ribbon waters for optimal angling success.

Montana’s ice-out season is here! Mid-March brings prime fishing as lakes thaw and rivers awaken. Get the latest conditions and hot spots.

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

Unusual hunting accidents have occurred when dogs accidentally discharged firearms. From an Indiana hunter injured in the blind to a fatal incident in Turkey, these cases highlight the importance of gun safety.

Discover Montana ice-out predictions for Fort Peck, Canyon Ferry & Flathead Lake in 2026. Get current ice conditions and fishing season timing updates.

Discover 5 expert Montana shed hunting strategies for March. Learn proven techniques to find elk and deer antlers with professional tips and timing advice.

Montana’s spring bear activity is surging with grizzly and black bear sightings increasing. Learn essential safety tips for outdoor recreation encounters.

The Montana Hunters First Act reshapes resident hunting rights. Here’s what it means for public land access, draw seasons, and your 2026 tags.

Montana’s growing grizzly population faces delisting battles while California considers reintroducing bears from Yellowstone after 100 years without them.

California wants Yellowstone grizzlies for reintroduction. Here’s why Montana hunters need to watch this fight closely.

Montana hunters face growing pressure from out-of-state crowds on public lands. Why protecting local hunting traditions and giving resident voices priority matters now.

Learn how to fish during Montana’s spring runoff and high water conditions. Expert tips for finding feeding trout when rivers run high and muddy.

Montana’s 2025-2026 hunting season is in the books. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and how to plan your 2026-2027 applications now.

Pre-runoff windows are open now. Here’s which rod weight actually performs on the Madison, Gallatin, and Montana’s spring creeks this time of year.

Discover why Montana’s forgotten double dry fly rig catches selective trout when modern setups fail. Learn this elegant technique for summer hatches.

A Yellowstone grizzly is already out in mid-March. Montana backcountry hunters and anglers need bear safety dialed in before spring seasons open.

Montana hunters face a real choice: monolithic or bonded bullets for elk, mule deer, and bears. Here’s what actually works on public land.

Top trout anglers are abandoning PowerBait for natural techniques. Discover why fly fishing skills matter more than stocked-lake baits in Montana waters.

Mid-March is your last best window for nymphing Montana’s top trout rivers. Here’s how to rig up and fish smart before runoff blows it all out.

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.

Hyper-real AI wildlife clips can feel more convincing than reality—until you notice the cartoon voiceovers and emotional storylines. But wolves and grizzlies in places like Montana aren’t characters in a feel-good narrative. This piece breaks down how AI content can distort publi

Four CSKT staff earned statewide conservation awards. Here’s what their decades of work means for Flathead fishing, wildlife habitat, and Montana’s wild future.

On March 9, the United States Attorney’s Office completed forfeiture of four firearms, an assortment of magazines and ammunition, and a vehicle tied to an attempted domestic terrorist plot in Yellowstone National Park in 2024.

Montana hunter ed classes are filling fast. Here’s where to find 2026 spring/summer sessions before fall draw deadlines close the door.

Montana hunters who skip FWP meetings may lose hunting opportunities. These hearings decide tag allocations, district changes, and seasons that directly impact you.

Montana FWP’s updated reg system is live. Here’s how to navigate it fast before spring turkey, bear, and paddlefish deadlines hit.

The Bighorn near St. Xavier is setting up for a productive week despite strong winds. Expect slightly warmer temps than Bozeman, consistent trout feeding on sowbugs and scuds, and surprisingly solid streamer action. Here’s the March 11, 2026 update from Yellow Dog Flyfishing, plu

Montana’s 2026 elk hunting rules just changed. Review new regulations now before application deadlines—quota shifts could affect your season plans.

The project responds to increasing drought impacts in the Lolo Creek watershed, including chronic low flows and dewatering in the lower creek and highly visible fish mortality during the summer of 2025.

As spring approaches in northwest Montana, the return of ospreys signals the beginning of another breeding season in the Flathead Valley. The Flathead Audubon Society is inviting community members to help track the health of the local osprey population through its Osprey Nest Mon