fishing

Brian Olsen’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report 2.13.25

Feb-14-25 by Angela Montana

With Fresno low and Nelson holding steady, the walleye, northern, and perch bite is on—tip-ups with live minnows are hot, but jigging’s where it’s at…

A Family’s Ice Fishing Trip Ends with Severe Burns

Feb-12-25 by Angela Montana

An ice fishing trip turned dangerously hot when a family’s shanty went up in flames…

Is Team Hippie Fish a Bass Whisperer?

Feb-12-25 by Angela Montana

When the ice is thick and the bass are biting, you know Mike Violette is nearby!

Breaking the Ice!!

Feb-12-25 by Angela Montana

Ice fishing isn’t just about catching fish—it’s about breaking the ice with some “cool” new friends, and a few fin-tastic jokes never hurt! Read more from Montana Grant…

Georgetown Lake Fishing Report 2.9.25

Feb-11-25 by Angela Montana

Georgetown Lake is iced up and fishing hot—get out early, stay late, and don’t forget to check the ice..

When Your Ice Hole Hits the Jackpot

Feb-11-25 by Angela Montana

You think you’ve hooked a decent fish, and then you pull it through the ice and realize it’s way bigger than “decent”!

WTF!!

Feb-11-25 by Angela Montana

Fishing is simple—just find the fish, catch the fish, and repeat… unless, of course, they were biting before you got there or right after you left! More from Montana Grant here…

Icemen Are the Best!

Feb-10-25 by Angela Montana

Not all heroes wear capes—some wear cowboy hats, carry maggots, and turn total strangers into lifelong Icemen with a few sharpie marks, a dropper rig, and a whole lot of generosity. Read more from Montana Grant here…

New hunting, fishing and conservation license year begins March 1

Feb-10-25 by Angela Montana

Don’t miss your shot—Montana’s 2025 hunting and fishing licenses go live March 1, so gear up and get your tags and apply for your permits…

Georgetown Lake Fishing Report 2.9.25

Feb-11-25 by Angela Montana

Georgetown Lake is iced up and fishing hot—get out early, stay late, and don’t forget to check the ice..

When Your Ice Hole Hits the Jackpot

Feb-11-25 by Angela Montana

You think you’ve hooked a decent fish, and then you pull it through the ice and realize it’s way bigger than “decent”!

WTF!!

Feb-11-25 by Angela Montana

Fishing is simple—just find the fish, catch the fish, and repeat… unless, of course, they were biting before you got there or right after you left! More from Montana Grant here…

Icemen Are the Best!

Feb-10-25 by Angela Montana

Not all heroes wear capes—some wear cowboy hats, carry maggots, and turn total strangers into lifelong Icemen with a few sharpie marks, a dropper rig, and a whole lot of generosity. Read more from Montana Grant here…

New hunting, fishing and conservation license year begins March 1

Feb-10-25 by Angela Montana

Don’t miss your shot—Montana’s 2025 hunting and fishing licenses go live March 1, so gear up and get your tags and apply for your permits…

Gone Fishing, Should Have Gone Home

Feb-10-25 by Angela Montana

When you’re hooked on fishing and caught in chaos….

FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.10.25

Feb-10-25 by Angela Montana

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable.  Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a vehicle to open water.  Extreme caution should be used when accessing the ice.

AA: Nelson Reservoir Ice Fishing Report

Feb-10-25 by montanaoutdoor ai

We received a fishing report from an angler that would like to remain Anonymous from Nelson Reservoir. He went to […]

Montana firefighters rescue dog that fell through ice

Feb-08-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Kudos to these two Montana firefighters for rescuing a German Shepherd that fell through the ice this afternoon.