The pre-runoff window is closing fast in mid-March 2026. Here’s exactly where, when, and how to catch your first Yellowstone cutthroat on the fly.

Flows are rising fast. Here’s which Montana rivers still have fishable nymph water this week — and when each one blows out.

Montana elk hunters, don’t let that last tenderloin sit in the freezer. Here are the best cooking methods to do this prized cut justice.

The Flathead National Forest announced today the Lindbergh Lake Campground Improvement Project, located on the National Forest approximately nine miles south of Condon, Montana.

Wyoming’s elk season changes affect Montana border hunters now. With MT draw deadlines April 1, here’s what you need to know before submitting applications.

Picture this: you step outside with your morning coffee, ready to enjoy the peaceful countryside… and there’s a grizzly bear […]

A lost GoPro at a grizzly bear center captured fascinating footage of how bears interact with unfamiliar objects—valuable insight for backcountry safety.

Montana’s deer and elk draw system is complicated. Here’s what hunters need to know about preference points, deadlines, and limited entry permits.

Montana’s outdoor rec sector hit 5% of GDP in 2024 — here’s why that $3.8B number matters for public land access and conservation funding right now.

Mid-March is your last realistic window to find elk and mule deer sheds in Montana before green-up hits. Here’s where to walk right now.

The timber sales are estimated to generate more than $1 million in revenue, strengthening the economy and supporting timber professionals in western Montana.

A seasonal employee working in the Old Faithful area of Yellowstone National Park will spend a year in federal prison following an assault on a co-worker.

Visitors strolling through the Hall of Horns and Teeth at Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman, often pause at a duck-billed dinosaur skull that seems, at first glance, simply impressive in its size and p

Seen a mangy-looking moose in winter? That’s normal.

Montana’s $3.8B outdoor economy now ranks 3rd nationally, but explosive growth means more crowded trails, harder access, and tougher hunting seasons ahead.

The first week of the 2026 Spring Mack Days saw nearly 1,900 lake trout caught despite harsh winter conditions. The event supports fish conservation, enhancing native trout populations in Flathead Lak

Montana farmers face potential pricing nightmare as $85B railroad merger threatens to eliminate competition and spike shipping costs for grain and cattle feed.

Montana’s mild 2026 winter has bears out weeks early. Here’s what shed hunters, turkey scouts, and backcountry anglers need to know right now.

How the 19th-century buffalo slaughter wiped out Montana’s great herds — and directly shaped every tag, season, and law you hunt under today.

Montana bowhunters debate fixed vs. mechanical broadheads for spring bear and fall elk. Here’s what outfitters and public land hunters actually trust.

If deer or elk hunting is on your Montana to-do list this year, remember that the deadline to apply for […]

A fisherman’s quiet day on the water takes a wild turn when an aggressive beaver repeatedly charges and follows him, creating a surprising wildlife encounter anglers won’t soon forget.

Trout jerky offers a flavorful alternative to traditional beef jerky, using a maple-whisky marinade and simple preparation methods. It’s perfect for snacking on fishing trips or road journeys.

Montana cattle markets face pressure with 3,973 head traded – feeder prices drop on quality concerns while cow markets stay strong. Get the full breakdown.

Join the 40th Annual Walleyes Unlimited Banquet on March 21 in Wolf Point, Montana, featuring dinner, raffles, and prizes, while supporting fish conservation and outdoor recreation efforts.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a free youth turkey hunt on May 2-3, 2026, for ages 10-15, including safety training and mentorship. Applications are due soon.

Montana’s snowpack varies significantly; while overall moisture is above normal in many basins, some areas remain below average. The state may still see beneficial late-season snowfall through April.

A Texas man will spend time in federal prison after a traffic stop in Yellowstone National Park led to the discovery of a loaded handgun.

The migration is on at Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area near Choteau, where bird counters have observed more than 156,000 light geese and hundreds of swans pushing through!

The Butte Field Office approved two mining projects that will help support American mineral production and local jobs in Montana.

Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT) has reached a historic milestone in regional land conservation: 75,000 total acres of highly productive agricultural, wildlife-rich, and scenic open lands permanently

The suspect entered through a window, cut a cable lock and stole multiple firearms. The suspect shown is wearing a gray hoodie, dark pants, light blue underpants with a face mask.

Imagine then the wave of hysteria after reeling in a 27-inch long Westslope cutthroat trout one day. For Coeur d’Alene angler Kyle Hatrock, that day was Feb. 1.

The Montana Trappers Association Banquet on April 11, 2026, at Anaconda Elks Lodge features good food, entertainment, and community spirit, supporting trapping heritage with auctions and contests. Tic

Montana rivers are blowing out now. Here’s how to pivot to stillwater fly fishing at Canyon Ferry, Holter, and Hauser this spring.

Spring conditions arrive early with flows jumping 55% on some rivers. Here’s where to fish this week as temperatures climb into the 50s.

Montana hunters risk losing a freezer full of elk or deer every storm season. Here’s how to protect your wild game before next outage hits.

Weather significantly impacts fish feeding behavior, with factors like temperature and pressure influencing activity. Understanding these changes helps anglers adjust tactics for improved catch rates.

Montana’s spring turkey season opens April 15. Here’s your one-month public land scouting and prep guide to punch your tag opening week.

Mid-March is Montana’s most dangerous season. Here’s what kills trips—and sometimes people—when anglers and hunters rush back outside too soon.

Realtree’s Spring Thunder crew chases Merriam’s turkeys in Black Hills country — here’s what Montana hunters can take from it for a DIY public land spring hunt.

Your complete guide to the Smith River permit 2026 lottery — deadlines, odds, standby tips, outfitter options, and insider float planning advice.

Year-round Montana backcountry trail cam footage from Diaries of a Trailcam — with tips on how hunters can use this intel to scout smarter.

Last week on the Montana Outdoor Radio Show, we talked about the early signs of spring fishing across the state. […]

Mid-March in Montana means winter and spring are still arguing about who’s in charge. Ice fishing opportunities are fading quickly […]

The crew at Wildhook Adventures hooks into something massive on the Bighorn River near Fort Smith — one of Montana’s top tailwater trout fisheries.

Montana’s elk draw is one of the most competitive in the West. Here’s what non-residents need to know before applying this season.

Illegal fish stocking is one of Montana’s biggest fishery threats. Here’s why dumping bait fish or “pet” fish can ruin a waterbody forever.