May 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: Stillwater River trout numbers hold despite last June’s historic flood

Last June several streams in southern Montana hit historic high flows. One of those was the Stillwater River, just outside […]

May 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Revisit 2023-2024 Approved Fishing Contests

In case you needed a refresher of the lineup of Montana fishing contests for 2023-2024, here you go: approved-2023-open-water-fishing-contest2.28.2023  

May 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Take the ****** bait

NOTE THAT THERE IS SWEARING IN THE FOLLOWING VIDEO – IF YOU GET OFFENDED BY FISHING FRUSTRATIONS VIA SWEARING, PLEASE […]

May 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP to fix mistake in moose, big horn sheep draw

HELENA – A mistake in last week’s drawing for some moose and big horn sheep licenses will result in fewer licenses […]

May 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: SNAKE PROGRAM AT FIRST PEOPLES BUFFALO JUMP STATE PARK

Great Falls – First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park will host a program on snakes at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 20. […]

May 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Venison Hot Pockets

Did you know that Paul and David Merage dreamt up microwavable “sandwiches” back in the 1970s that we now know […]

May 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 5.17.23

Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]

May 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

8 Close Call Bison Encounters

It’s just about that time of year at national parks. We want to remind everybody to not approach bison wherever […]

May 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bozeman Man Pleads Guilty to Felony Charge involving sheds

A Bozeman man pleaded guilty to felony charges that stemmed from him collecting antlers “outside legal dates for areas west […]

May 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

Lake Trout Chowder, Anyone?

In honor of the May 2023 catch and release of the world-record lake trout caught in Colorado (click here), we […]

May 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: YELLOW TAG PADDLEFISH SEASON STARTS MAY 15 – FIRST DAY IS A CATCH-AND-RELEASE DAY ONLY AT INTAKE

The 2023 yellow tag paddlefishing season on the Yellowstone River and Missouri River downstream of Fort Peck Reservoir starts Monday, […]

May 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

Colorado angler shatters state and world record with lake trout catch

A father, Scott Enloe, and son, Hunter, went out fishing in early May, and what a catch Pops made!  Scott […]

May 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

A cure for poison ivy?

Poison ivy and poison oak oils are no joke! Check out this outdoor enthusiast’s suggestion for anybody who is allergic […]

May 15, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Spring Mack Days Final Results 5.15.23

The 2023 Spring Mack Days final day of the fishing competition on Flathead Lake was Saturday, May 13th, with a […]

May 15, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.15.23

Canyon Ferry:  Rainbows are being caught from shore on the north end of the reservoir at the Outhouse, Shannon and Hellgate […]

May 15, 2023 · Angela Montana

Mountain lion found in chicken coop swats at 11-year-old

If you have chickens in a coop that isn’t completely fenced in on top and sides, then you definitely want […]

May 15, 2023 · Angela Montana

Man directs son to shoot grizzly believing it was black bear

Here is a reminder to make sure you know what you’re shooting while you’re out hunting. A man in Wyoming […]

May 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: Thinking Outside the Box with Neal Cote

Have You Ever Felt Like the Only One on the Lake or River That is NOT Catching Anything is YOU? […]

May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Nonresident hunters can sign up between May 15 and June 30 for Alternate’s List

HELENA – Beginning May 15 and running through June 30, nonresident hunters can register their name to the Alternate’s List on MyFWP. […]

May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Drawing results now available

HELENA – The drawings for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison licenses are complete. There are a few ways […]

May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

Cheating duo in walleye tournament sentenced

These guys…. I don’t even want to make them even more famous by mentioning their names here again, but the […]

May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

The Best Damn Walleye Recipe…ever

We all have our favorite ways to eat what we catch, and we might even think we found the perfect […]

May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

Extremely rare black bear caught on camera

There are some interesting critters roaming around out there!  Check out this incredibly rare sighting of a piebald black bear […]

May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

Are you looking to land the giants of the water? Tune in to 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 […]

May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 5.11.23

Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]

May 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 5.11.23

Fresno is full of water. Water is stained temps in 50-60s. Walleye fishing is good. Jigging in 5’-10’ of water […]

May 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: FWP changes bonus point system without notifying public

During this year’s drawings for special permits, hunters who purchase bonus points had better odds of drawing. Instead of waiting […]

May 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Avoid conflicts with wildlife as WMAs open May 15

HELENA – Most of Montana’s 76 Wildlife Management Areas open at noon on May 15. The long winter and heavy snowpack […]

May 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Trophy Walleye Heaven on Fort Peck

The Captain was walleye fishing on Fort Peck this week. It was as close to walleye heaven as you can […]

May 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

CPW euthanizes bear that repeatedly entered Colorado Springs home; a homeowner cited for feeding big game

Just when you get thirsty in the middle of the night and head to your kitchen to be confronted by […]

May 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP to host free beginner fly fishing classes in Bozeman

Classes available for youth and adults BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host several fly fishing classes in Bozeman […]

May 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 520

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears will close in Black Bear […]

May 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

Youth Shooting Sports and Outdoor Sports Expo, May 21

The Youth Shooting Sports and Outdoor Expo is a free live shooting event open to the public that will take […]

May 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

Venison Pizza Bombs Recipe

DID YOU KNOW… Venison is high in protein and low in fat.  It is not only low-fat meat, but the […]

May 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Southwest Montana landowners recognized for providing public hunting access

More than 500,000 acres made available to hunters BOZEMAN – Landowners participating in Montana’s Block Management Program were recognized recently for […]

May 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Boat ramp and parking area at Ennis Fishing Access Site reopen

Campground remains closed for repairs ENNIS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks maintenance staff have completed repairs to the entrance road […]

May 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Celebrate Mother’s Day with free fishing

HELENA – No fishing licenses will be required Mother’s Day weekend, May 13 and 14. So grab your gear and […]

May 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

The dumpster was FULL…of bear

Well, that was unexpected!  Check out this surprise for a West Virginia principal when he opens a dumpster.  Imagine his […]

May 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

Press Release: Arkansas Man Charged with Transportation of Unlawfully Killed Wildlife

This is what not to do. Take a look at this press release by the US DOJ – District of […]

May 8, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Fishing Report by FWP 5.8.23

Canyon Ferry:  Rainbow trout are still cruising the shorelines and providing great action on the north end of the reservoir for […]

May 8, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Spring Mack Days – Week 8 Update 5.8.23

There is one week left in the 2023 Spring Mack Days Event. It is not too late to come out […]

May 8, 2023 · Angela Montana

The Food Chain in Action [VID]

Well, if this isn’t a good example of the food chain, I don’t know what is!

May 8, 2023 · Angela Montana

Missouri River Montana May Water Forecast by Headhunters Fly Shop 5.6.23

Higher water? Yes, this month and next. Average? Yeah, it is. A normal winter here in Montana had us upset […]

May 6, 2023 · Angela Montana

Jerry Johnston Tough Guy Tourney Results 5.6.23

The Tough Guy Walleye Tourney,that took place out of Fort Peck Reservoir at Hell Creek Marina, results are in! Excellent […]

May 6, 2023 · Angela Montana

Winner announced for the Fort Peck Ice Off Face Off

We have a winner for the Fort Peck Ice Off Face Off conetst! Thank you all for participating in this […]

May 6, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: When Man, Mountain, River and Fish become One | A Conversation with Legendary Guide, John Perry

This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger and The Captain sit down with fishing guide and outfitter John Perry, […]

May 5, 2023 · Angela Montana

When fishing is just plain funny [VIDEO]

Whether you’re fishing in saltwater or freshwater, sometimes fishing is just plain funny. Check out this compilation of  fishing bloopers:

May 5, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 5.4.23

Fresno is full of water. Water is stained, and the main lake surface temp is in the 40s. Walleye fishing […]

May 5, 2023 · Angela Montana

Are you hooking the trophies…or trying to? Tune in to 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 […]

May 4, 2023 · Angela Montana

Walleye Spawn Update II, May 2, 2023

The walleye trap netting and egg collection effort is in full swing in the Big Dry Arm of Fort Peck […]