hunting

Elk captured in Crazy Mountains test negative for brucellosis

Feb-13-25 by Angela Montana

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff recently captured elk in the Crazy Mountains northwest of Big Timber as part of a multi-year targeted elk brucellosis surveillance project…

Pair admit stealing ski boat from St. Mary Lake property

Feb-12-25 by Moosetrack Megan

A man and a woman today admitted they stole a ski boat and trailer from property on St. Mary Lake

NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 201

Feb-12-25 by Angela Montana

By the order of the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission, LMU 201 shall be closed to all hunting of male Mountain Lions one-half hour […]

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…

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 […]

Body Booting Is Tough!!!

Feb-05-25 by Angela Montana

Braving icy waters and fierce winds, body booting proves that waterfowlers aren’t just tough—they’re downright FLOCKING crazy! Read more from Montana Grant here!

FWP News: Hunters help FWP collect most CWD samples since testing began

Feb-03-25 by Angela Montana

Montana sets a record for chronic wasting disease testing with over 9,000 samples submitted this hunting season—hunters play a crucial role in monitoring and management.

Body Booting Is Tough!!!

Feb-05-25 by Angela Montana

Braving icy waters and fierce winds, body booting proves that waterfowlers aren’t just tough—they’re downright FLOCKING crazy! Read more from Montana Grant here!

FWP News: Hunters help FWP collect most CWD samples since testing began

Feb-03-25 by Angela Montana

Montana sets a record for chronic wasting disease testing with over 9,000 samples submitted this hunting season—hunters play a crucial role in monitoring and management.

Bill would raise nonresident base license to boost hunter access funding

Jan-30-25 by Angela Montana

Will a proposed fee hike for nonresident hunters boost public access—or drive them away? Read more from Brett French…

Governor Gianforte Celebrates Winners of 2024 Youth Hunting Story Contest at State Capitol

Jan-28-25 by Moosetrack Megan

Honoring Montana’s hunting heritage, Governor Greg Gianforte today celebrated ten winners of his third annual Youth Hunting Story Contest in a ceremony at the State Capitol.

New study finds deer hunting can help keep CWD in check

Jan-28-25 by Moosetrack Megan

The study finds that hunting can be an effective form of disease control when enacted consistently at high levels over many years.

10 Unique Outdoorsy Valentine’s Day Gifts That Won’t Break the Bank

Jan-27-25 by Angela Montana

Win over your outdoorsy Valentine with 10 gifts that blend rugged charm and romance..