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Hunter education field day for online students offered in Glasgow, February 8

Jan-21-25 by Angela Montana

Ready to hunt? Glasgow’s upcoming field day offers hands-on training for young and online hunters—complete your online course and get certified before the spring deadlines!

FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.21.25

Jan-21-25 by Angela Montana

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable.  Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]

FWP seeks public comment on open water fishing contests for 2025 

Jan-13-25 by Angela Montana

Hooked on fishing contests? FWP wants your input on 2025 open water events—share your thoughts before Jan. 27!

FWP Weekly Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.13.25

Jan-13-25 by Angela Montana

Before you grab your gear, check the ice—because it can go from “truck safe” to “take a swim” faster than you think!

FWP News: Hunting for mountains lions to close Friday in some hunting districts

Jan-09-25 by Angela Montana

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in hunting […]

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.6.25

Jan-06-25 by Angela Montana

Ice fishing alert: Conditions are all over the map in the Helena area reservoirs—think twice before stepping out..

FWP provides voluntary kits to assist with bobcat research

Jan-03-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is committed to gathering the most accurate wildlife harvest data that inform the management of these species. This winter, FWP is launching a voluntary collection of bobcat genetic samples as part of a research project in Montana.

Hunting for male mountains lions to close in Hunting District 331

Dec-23-24 by Angela Montana

Mountain lion season in Hunting District 331 is closing today at sunset—but not for everyone.

FWP News: Chronic wasting disease detected in deer for first time in two south-central Montana hunting districts

Dec-18-24 by Angela Montana

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) was detected this season in a mule deer buck from hunting district (HD) 515 and a whitetail buck from HD 525, both harvested by hunters.

Game wardens seek information on bull elk shot and wasted near Worden

Dec-17-24 by Moosetrack Megan

BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a bull elk that was shot and […]

FWP provides voluntary kits to assist with bobcat research

Jan-03-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is committed to gathering the most accurate wildlife harvest data that inform the management of these species. This winter, FWP is launching a voluntary collection of bobcat genetic samples as part of a research project in Montana.

Hunting for male mountains lions to close in Hunting District 331

Dec-23-24 by Angela Montana

Mountain lion season in Hunting District 331 is closing today at sunset—but not for everyone.

FWP News: Chronic wasting disease detected in deer for first time in two south-central Montana hunting districts

Dec-18-24 by Angela Montana

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) was detected this season in a mule deer buck from hunting district (HD) 515 and a whitetail buck from HD 525, both harvested by hunters.

Game wardens seek information on bull elk shot and wasted near Worden

Dec-17-24 by Moosetrack Megan

BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a bull elk that was shot and […]

FWP News: Bears translocated to Yellowstone ecosystem exploring new territory, map shows

Dec-13-24 by Angela Montana

Yellowstone bears are on the move! See how relocated grizzlies are shaking up the ecosystem with their surprising new wanderings.

FWP News: Northeast Montana’s Region 6 Havre check station results for the 2024 Season

Dec-11-24 by Angela Montana

2024 Havre Check Station Wrap-Up: Hunter numbers hit their lowest since 2015, and big game harvests were below average, with mule deer and elk seeing significant declines. See what else happened…

FWP News: Lottery open for chance to hunt Bison on Blackfeet Reservation

Dec-10-24 by Angela Montana

Want a shot at bagging a bison? The Blackfeet Reservation lottery is open! $10 per chance, and you could win a guided hunt with the ultimate prize—bison meat, hide, and head.

FWP News: General big game season ends in north-central Montana’s Region 4

Dec-09-24 by Angela Montana

North-central Montana’s big game season wrapped up with a mix of mild weather, snowy finales, and some impressive stats. Hunters scored a 25% success rate, with mule deer leading the charge and elk playing hard

Sustaining Montana’s Premier Fishery: Updates on the Fort Peck Reservoir Fisheries Management Plan

Dec-07-24 by montanaoutdoor ai

Montana’s Fort Peck Reservoir is more than just a body of water—it’s a cornerstone of outdoor recreation and ecological diversity […]

FWP News: End of general hunting season in Region 5 brings low mule deer harvest, hunter success in south-central Montana

Dec-06-24 by Angela Montana

BILLINGS – Montana’s general big game hunting season ended on Sunday, Dec. 1. In south-central Montana, biological game check stations operated […]