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Wintertime Cloud Seeding Feasibility Study Complete

Jun-13-25 by Moosetrack Megan

The study analyzed conditions in the north Beaverhead, Anaconda/Pintler and Pioneer Mountain Ranges to estimate outcomes associated with both ground-based and airborne cloud seeding operations in the Big Hole Watershed.

Repair Progress! How Long Will There Be Low Water in Fresno Reservoir? 

Jun-07-25 by Angela Montana

Downrigger Dale dives into a fascinating (and slightly alarming) update on the sinking Fresno Dam, a mysterious reservoir whirlpool, and what it all means for folks near the water—click to listen!

FWP seeks proposals from conservation organizations for license auction 

Jun-06-25 by Angela Montana

Montana FWP is now accepting proposals from conservation groups to auction or lottery off coveted 2026 hunting licenses—including, for the first time, antelope and swan…

Wildfire burns 850 acres 4 miles north of Plains

Jun-01-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Authorities have issued the following information about the Banana Lake Fire, burning 850 acres four miles north of Plains.

Bear euthanized after approaching hikers near Montana-Canada border

Jun-01-25 by Moosetrack Megan

A bear has been euthanized after exhibiting agressive behavior toward people in an area near the Montana-Canada border.

Conducting Prescribed Fire, Lake Como, Darby Sula R.D. Bitterroot N.F. Firefighter from Engine 631 conducts prescribed fire operations.

Montana DNRC Hosts Wildland Firefighting Academy in Dillon 

May-28-25 by Moosetrack Megan

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) will host its second annual Wildland Firefighting Training Academy from Wednesday, […]

Blasting Respect–The 21-Gun Salute Explained

May-26-25 by Angela Montana

The 21-gun salute is history’s loudest way of saying “we honor you.

Missed the Show? Catch the Full Montana Outdoor Replay Here

May-24-25 by Kamp Cook

Whether you were on the water or mowing the lawn, we’ve got you covered. Stream the full Montana Outdoor Radio […]

Bighorn bill prompted choices: auction or lottery?

May-23-25 by Angela Montana

BRETT FRENCH | bfrench@billingsgazette.com When it comes to raising money for moose and bighorn sheep conservation in Montana, is it […]

Zinke Strips Public Lands Sales out of House Budget Reconciliation

May-23-25 by Moosetrack Megan

After unrelenting effort from Congressman Ryan Zinke (MT-01), a provision selling more than 450,000 acres of public land has been stripped from the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” also known as the House budget reconciliation. 

50th Annual Bigfork Whitewater Festival to take part this weekend

May-23-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Fifty years ago a small group of passionate kayakers and locals held the first Whitewater Festival on the “Wild Mile” (previously known as the “Mad Mile”) of the Swan River in Bigfork, MT.

Idaho hunter who self-reported grizzly kill faces huge potential fine

May-23-25 by Moosetrack Megan

An Idaho hunter who reported to authorities that he mistakenly killed a grizzly bear in northern Idaho has been cited, and faces a possible huge fine, as well as jail time.

Blasting Respect–The 21-Gun Salute Explained

May-26-25 by Angela Montana

The 21-gun salute is history’s loudest way of saying “we honor you.

Missed the Show? Catch the Full Montana Outdoor Replay Here

May-24-25 by Kamp Cook

Whether you were on the water or mowing the lawn, we’ve got you covered. Stream the full Montana Outdoor Radio […]

Bighorn bill prompted choices: auction or lottery?

May-23-25 by Angela Montana

BRETT FRENCH | bfrench@billingsgazette.com When it comes to raising money for moose and bighorn sheep conservation in Montana, is it […]

Zinke Strips Public Lands Sales out of House Budget Reconciliation

May-23-25 by Moosetrack Megan

After unrelenting effort from Congressman Ryan Zinke (MT-01), a provision selling more than 450,000 acres of public land has been stripped from the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” also known as the House budget reconciliation. 

50th Annual Bigfork Whitewater Festival to take part this weekend

May-23-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Fifty years ago a small group of passionate kayakers and locals held the first Whitewater Festival on the “Wild Mile” (previously known as the “Mad Mile”) of the Swan River in Bigfork, MT.

Idaho hunter who self-reported grizzly kill faces huge potential fine

May-23-25 by Moosetrack Megan

An Idaho hunter who reported to authorities that he mistakenly killed a grizzly bear in northern Idaho has been cited, and faces a possible huge fine, as well as jail time.

Beartooth Highway opens for season

May-23-25 by Moosetrack Megan

The Beartooth Highway is slated to open for the season at 8 a.m. today!

Warning issued after bear ‘makes contact’ with tent

May-22-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Authorities have issued a warning after bear “made contact” with a tent in the Northern Rockies.

Blacklegged Ticks Now Identified in Two Montana Counties

May-21-25 by Moosetrack Megan

epartment of Public Health and Human Services (DPPHS) officials are alerting the public about the recent identification of a tick new to Montana known as Ixodes scapularis, commonly referred to as a “deer tick” or “blacklegged tick”.

Less Is More…

May-19-25 by Angela Montana

Why drive hours when the fish are five minutes away? Go local, get hooked. More from Montana Grant here…

Final results Crooked Creek Tourney on Fort Peck

May-17-25 by Moosetrack Megan

48 teams battled it out on Fort Peck Reservoir in the Crooked Creek Walleye Tournament Friday and Saturday! See the winning team’s total weight, which approached triple digits!

Zinke and Neguse Introduce Bill to Extend Successful Forest Management Program

May-14-25 by Moosetrack Megan

In its first decade, CFLR projects treated and restored 5.7 million acres of forest, improved 1,000 miles of trails, and maintained over 25,000 miles of forest roads helping keep public lands open and safe.