Ice fishing can lead to unforgettable experiences, like catching a trophy pike. Underwater footage captures the excitement, showcasing the thrilling moment from below the ice to its triumphant pull.

The sturgeon fishing season on Black Lake, Michigan, lasted only 48 minutes, with six fish caught shortly after it began, making it technically longer than last year’s 17-minute season.

The 28th Annual Ice Fishing Derby in Glasgow attracted 150 participants despite warm weather, featuring competitions and prizes, including a $2,000 win for a 5.34-pound pike and free rods for youth anglers.

February fishing in Glacier National Park and Flathead Valley is unusually favorable due to mild temperatures and low snow, with anglers successfully using nymphs and streamers in altered winter conditions.

Well below normal January precipitation and unseasonably warm temperatures stalled Montana’s snowpack accumulation last month.

The Skyline Sportsmen’s Association of Butte has added $500 to the reward offered for information about a pictograph panel that was vandalized at Missouri Headwaters State Park.

For Dr. Robert Pal, the plants that blanket Montana’s mountains, forests, and meadows are more than background scenery. They’re living stories waiting to be understood.

The Timberlane Campground on the Libby Ranger District, Kootenai National Forest, will be undergoing much-needed improvements starting this summer.

Bobcat hunting and trapping in Montana Region 4 ends on February 11 at midnight. Hunters should check quota status online to ensure compliance with regulations before the season closes.

Anglers should exercise caution due to varying ice conditions. Fishing yields include rainbows at Canyon Ferry and Helena Valley, while Hauser and Holter have mostly open water and unstable ice.

A new federal lawsuit is challenging EPA’s approval of Montana’s shift away from numeric nutrient pollution standards—rules that had guided […]

An ice angler captures a thrilling moment, pulling a massive 32-inch walleye while his kids watch, creating lasting memories and sharing the joy of fishing together.

An underwater video captures a pike slamming into a glass container while attempting to attack a goldfish, creating a tense and surprising moment between predator instinct and an invisible barrier.

California has banned recreational animal trapping and fur sales, becoming the first state to do so. Supporters view this as progress, while critics see it as a largely symbolic gesture.

A hunter’s close call with a wounded buck is a powerful reminder that recovery can be dangerous and patience matters. Never assume an animal is dead—safety must always come first.

On last week’s Montana Outdoor Radio Show, we checked in with reports from across the state as anglers continue navigating […]

Early February in Montana is still playing games with anglers. Ice fishing opportunities remain limited in many areas, with inconsistent […]

The Montana Outdoor Podcast features an insightful discussion with Brian Lipscomb about the history and significance of the Séliš Ksanka Ql̓ispé Hydroelectric Project and its impact on Flathead Lake.