Jul 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
Who Needs a Conservation License?
Everything you need to know about a conservation license can be found here: Beginning July 1, everyone ages 12 and […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.17.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is very good around Ponds 2 and 3 and the river mouth in 20 feet of water. […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Recent grizzly bear sightings highlight the importance of bear awareness
HELENA – This year Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has confirmed grizzly bear sightings in several places where grizzlies haven’t been […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
Salmon Sunday with “The Slayer” on Fort Peck
Bill Zahradka “The Salmon Slayer“, from Wolf Point, took the Captain and his nephew Jon Ward, from South Dakota, salmon and […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 7.16.23
Madison River Outfitters says “Get out there and throw a caddis!” Montana Hebgen: Fishing on the lake has been getting better […]
Jul 15, 2023 · Angela Montana
2023 MT Governor’s Cup Walleye Fishing Tournament Results are in!
Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Fishing Tournament–Brem Phipps and Clyde Phipps from Jordan, MT […]
Jul 15, 2023 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast presents ‘Behind the Scenes of Montana’s Legendary Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament!’
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger and The Captain interview five VERY interesting people involved in Montana’s legendary […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Big weights in Big Waves for Day 1 Leaders Montana’s Governor’s Cup Walleye Tourney
Day 1 of the Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye tournament has come to an end with Josh Kittleson of Glasgow and […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP “kids to fish” progam allows anglers to borrow gear and tackle for free
Over 40 rod loaner sites, and 350 rods, can be found in northeast Montana GLASGOW – A popular Montana Fish, […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.14.23
Fresno is 85% full. Walleye fishing is good. 8’-12’ are the best depths. Fish the weed and break lines. Main […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Young Catfish Carter Catches of Course Catfish
This is Carter Harden, pictured above, with his catfish. He is 6-years-old and was fishing with his dad, Jeremy, on […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Choose ‘Catchin the Big Ones’ as your first fishing adventure of the day!
Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Update from Fort Peck Marina regarding fire
Fort Peck Marina shared this post on social media at 9:43PM on Thursday, July 13, 2023: Well we had a […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Grizzly bear trapped and relocated, steals camera
Check out this grizzly bear being relocated and “exploding” out of the trap and heading directly for the camera recording […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Moose triplets or mule deer triplets?
The photo below is causing some controversy, in that a photo taken by Lesly Levy and posted on the @townliftnews […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Who knew that volcanoes could be renegades?
Southeast of Big Timber there are the remains of an ancient volcano, now called Sliderock Mountain. The mountain was formed […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Smoked Spoonbill Recipe
We have posted a few paddlefish recipes over the years, and we wanted to share this smoked recipe, as smoked […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP seeking public comment on several environmental assessments
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on several environmental assessments (EAs). For more information, including how […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bear town hall meeting scheduled in Big Timber July 24
Topics will include bear safety, conflict prevention and management BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a bear town […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery Update – 7.12.23
Angler effort and catch continued to increase during the past week. Hi everyone, During the third week of the 2023 […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Swan Lake Fishing
Owen Foley, age 12 of Kalispell, had a great day on Swan Lake yesterday! Awesome catches, Owen!
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Governor’s Cup Week at Fort Peck
Ken Ault from Missoula is pictured with a nice limit of eating walleyes while fishing with the Captain on Tuesday. […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Angler breaks Invasive Species state record and possibly world record
A press release by Maryland Department of Natural Resources revealed that there is a new state record holder in the […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Warm water, low flows prompt hoot-owl fishing restrictions on Sun, Madison rivers
Fishing closure daily from 2 p.m. to midnight HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is advising anglers that portions of […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
15 Camping Hacks for your Next Trip
Camping is supposed to be fun, so don’t let little details of things going wrong or creating more work bring […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Lake Fish Company steals over 100+ walleyes and other fish from charity
Some people just suck. Check out this press release from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources that tells of individual commercial […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Grizzly bear confirmed in Pryor Mountains
BILLINGS – A grizzly bear was recently observed in the Pryor Mountains. State wildlife officials confirmed the species of the observed […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
When you don’t need a fishing pole and still catch a big one
You don’t always need fishing line and a lure to catch fish. (Click the image below to watch something pretty […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.10.23
Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: New FWP program to focus on developing shooting-sports facilities
Public asked to participate in online survey HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public input on how it […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Nonresident hunters can check their Alternates List status online
HELENA – Nonresident hunters who registered to be placed on the Alternates List can now check their status on MyFWP: […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Partial closure lifted at General Custer Fishing Access Site
Vehicle access has re-opened at the Bighorn River site BILLINGS – A partial closure that was in place at General […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.10.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleyes are being caught throughout the reservoir with the best action coming from Ponds 2 and 3, Hellgate […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
Youngster’s reaction to catching first fish
It’s always fun to witness anybody catch their first fish, but it is even more fun when they get super […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
5-Ingredient Simple Salmon Salad Recipe
Experience summertime snack or meal bliss, and satiate your hunger amidst the sweltering heat with this delectable salmon salad recipe. […]
Jul 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Montana Outdoor Podcast: Buying fishing electronics is one thing, but knowing how to catch fish with it is another
Having All the Right Fishing Electronics is One Thing. Knowing How to Use Them to Catch More Fish is Another! […]
Jul 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Beer Battered Fish Nuggets
Turn your fish into a crispy battered fish bite meal with this recipe.
Jul 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP TO USE DROUGHT RESTRICTION CRITERIA AS IN YEARS PAST
HELENA – Last year, the Fish and Wildlife Commission approved an amendment to the “hoot owl” rule that directs fishing […]
Jul 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Check Out Some Montana Fishing Adventures with Catchin the Big Ones
Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
Jul 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP’s response to trout declines in Big Hole, Beaverhead and Ruby rivers
Proposed studies will examine fish mortality, recruitment and health BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is launching several research efforts […]
Jul 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Slowing down reveals overlooked forest
Last June in a historic flood, East Rosebud Creek roared down its narrow valley, wiping out the only access road […]
Jul 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
Raising em right!
This is how it’s done! (Click the image below)
Jul 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
Big Walleyes on Peck
Scott Collinsworth from Fort Peck and Kirk “The Burger” Boyer from Glasgow caught some beautiful walleyes on Fort Peck recently. […]
Jul 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Fishery Update 7.5.23
Hi everyone, In the second week of the upper Salmon River fishery, angler effort and catch increased dramatically. Angler effort increased […]
Jul 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Deer decomposition timelapse
There are things in nature that aren’t exactly great to see, but nature is nature…and timelapse videos are good at […]
Jul 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
When a coyote runs out of things to do with prey
Well, what else is the coyote going to do with an opossum? lol Click the image below to see what […]
Jul 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
DIY – How to make your own sparklers for the 4th of July
Buying fireworks can get expensive around the 4th of July, so why not save some money and make your own […]
Jul 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fireworks on Independence Day…because this is America
Here is some footage of some fireworks out of Laurel, near Billings, from 2021–because it is the Fourth of July, […]
Jul 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
4th of July facts you may or may not know
It’s the 4th of July!! (in case you forgot…) Here are a few facts about America’s Independence Day that you […]
Jul 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Raccoons are still considered wild animals, too.
Just because you think you’re trying to help when you’re attempting to usher some baby coons out of your house […]