Apr 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

Paddlefish!

This is a sight to see when you’re after paddlefish! Check out this footage from May of last year:

Apr 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

SW Montana Fishing Report via Montana Angler 4.25.23

As we start to see glimpses of spring, Montana fishing conditions can be as dynamic as the weather. Rivers can […]

Apr 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

Who Needs a Boat? Just Water.

Gary Rueb from Plentywood caught his biggest walleye to date, and it was 31 3/4 inches long and 14 pounds! […]

Apr 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Arapooish Pond experiences winter fish-kill

Low dissolved oxygen levels from prolonged ice and snow cause event BILLINGS – Arapooish Pond, also known as Koyama’s Pond, near […]

Apr 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Paddlefish season opens May 1 on Upper Missouri River

HELENA – This year’s Montana paddlefish seasons kicks off on May 1 with the opening of the Upper Missouri River section […]

Apr 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Deadline reminder for hunting applications

HELENA – The deadline to apply for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison is Monday, May 1; the deadline to […]

Apr 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

Out-of-State News: Whopper of a black crappie caught in Georgia

Wowza!  In out-of-state news, check out this monster black crappie that angler James King, out of Georgia, caught on the […]

Apr 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

Upper Salmon River Weekly Steelhead Fishing Report 4.25.23

Last week on the upper Salmon River, the majority of steelhead anglers were observed either close to the Pahsimeroi River […]

Apr 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

Rock Creek Fishing Report by the Perfect Fly Store 4.23.23

Stream levels down a little below normal level. There are very good midge, BWOs, March Browns and Skwala stonefly hatches […]

Apr 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Application deadline extended for West-central Lion Ecoregional Population Objective Committee

HELENA – Applications for the West-central Lion Ecoregional Population Objective Committee (WC LEPOC) will be accepted through midnight on April 30. […]

Apr 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Spring Mack Days: Week 6 Update 4.24.23

The Mack Days 2023 Spring total is at 23,517 entries turned in by one hundred eighty-eight anglers out of five […]

Apr 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 4.24.23

Canyon Ferry:  Rainbow trout fishing on the north end of the reservoir is great from shore as they are cruising the […]

Apr 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

When the Walleye Spawn is ON

According to Wisconsin.gov, the fish taht are in the Peshtigo River, in Wisconsin, are walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass and […]

Apr 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Flathead Area Fishing Report by the Macman 4.23.23

Here is the latest fishing report from the Macman: Fishermen: Perch are biting at East Bay.  We caught 200 and […]

Apr 22, 2023 · Angela Montana

Montana Outdoor Podcast: Reel in the Excitement with Montana’s Walleye Fishery!

In this episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast, you will learn all about Montana’s Walleye fishery! Maybe we should have called […]

Apr 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

Meanwhile, in Florida…

Some locations in Montana woke up to snow this morning that started again this afternoon, and that has social media […]

Apr 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

Wolverine vs. Black Bear [VIDEO]

Okay, okay…yes, we know the quality of the footage below is not exactly great, but it still is a reminder, […]

Apr 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

How are you Landing the Lunkers? Join the Catchin the Big Ones crew for everything fishing!

Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation – 4.20.23

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

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fishing Urban Waters – Laurel Pond

If you have heard of people fishing the Laurel Pond, but you would like to know a little bit more […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP embarks on mule deer monitoring, research, and outreach initiatives

HELENA – Hunters in Montana, along with Fish, Wildlife & Parks, are concerned about declining mule deer populations in much of […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson – 4.20.23

Fresno is 95% full with 424 cfs inflow and 449 cfs out flow. No fishing reports, as there are large […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: Bighorn River rebound

Following high flows from 2017 through 2019 the Bighorn River’s trout populations took a hit. But since 2019, the river’s […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Black bear and grizzly bear

It is always cool to see wildlife being wildlife..as long as they don’t see you or don’t consider you a […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

This is not the first animal you want to see while you’re hunting

This is a scary sight to see while you’re out hunting.  Hopefully, sooner rather than later, we will be able […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunter education course scheduled in Roundup

BILLINGS – Registration is now open for an in-person hunter education course in Roundup. Orientation for the course will take place […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Jerry Johnston Memorial Tough Guy Tournament date moved

The Jordan Walleyes Unlimited chapter shared that the Jerry Johnston Memorial Tough Guy Tournament is being moved to Saturday, May […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Spearfishing at Fort Peck [VIDEO]

Have you tried spear fishing? Here’s a video posted by Get The Net Guide Service & Eagle Charters LLC that […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: TREE PLANTING EVENT PLANNED FOR APRIL 22 AT MILLTOWN STATE PARK FOR EARTH DAY

MILLTOWN — Join Milltown State Park staff on Saturday, April 22nd to celebrate Earth Day by planting trees. All interested volunteers […]

Apr 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 4.17.23

Canyon Ferry:  The rainbow trout bite is really picking up throughout the reservoir as fish are cruising the shorelines.  Rainbows are being […]

Apr 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Upper Salmon River Weekly Steelhead Fishing Report 4.18.23

Steelhead fishing on the upper Salmon River continued to shift upstream during the past week. The majority of anglers were […]

Apr 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Spring Mack Days: Week 5 Update

Flathead Lake Spring Mack Days 2023 is moving into the sixth week of the nine-week long event. Sponsored by the […]

Apr 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Public comments requested for draft chronic wasting disease surveilance and Emergency Response Plan

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Wildlife Management Program is seeking comments on a Draft Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance and […]

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Montana Deer & Elk Draw Results Are Out — Check Now

Montana deer, elk, and nonresident combo license draw results are available. Log into MyFWP to see if you drew — refunds and licenses explained.

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Opening Day of Turkey Season was Successful

Scott Willumsen, from Missoula,and his nephew, Jaxon Enderson, bagged a couple of nice turkeys on Saturday during opening day in […]

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bear spotted with jar stuck on head

Have you ever seen a bear, or another animal, in a similar situation? (Click the image below)

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

THIS WEEKEND IS THE ULTIMATE WEEKEND

Are you looking for a phenomenal organization to support that has an event THIS WEEKEND ON SATURDAY, APRIL 22ND at […]

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Girl has awesome reaction to catching a fish

Some parents struggle with making all of the right decisions and knowing how to raise a good human being, and […]

Apr 15, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno Main Boat Ramp Update from Brian Olson 4.15.23

It won’t be long, get your boat ready!   (Photo via Levi Johnson)

Apr 15, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: The Wizard is back to turn your boat into a technological dream come true

Matt Cowen of Mon-Dak Marine is back for this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast, and he brought a HUGE AMOUNT of […]

Apr 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: PARTIAL CLOSURE AT EIGHT MILE FORD FISHING ACCESS SITE LIFTED

ENNIS – A partial closure at Eight Mile Ford Fishing Access Site has been lifted. The boat ramp at this […]

Apr 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

Never Underestimate a Feline

Some people underestimate some species of wildlife…

Apr 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 4.13.23

Fresno is 78.5% full with 3714 cfs coming in and 0 leaving. The reservoir is still ice-covered but ice will […]

Apr 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

How are you Catchin the Big Ones today?

Tune into Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning from […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP seeking comment on proposals for June commission meeting

Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting June 8, comment deadline May 11 HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP asks commission to initiate rule-making process on grizzly bear management

HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is looking for approval from the Fish and Wildlife Commission to move forward with […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: A Beartooth Mountain fishing primer

Each summer a crew of Fish, Wildlife & Parks employees backpacks into the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Their goal is to sample […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: AREA TURKEY POPULATIONS STABLE AHEAD OF SPRING OPENER

MILES CITY – Montana’s spring turkey season is set to open on Saturday, April 15. Southeast Montana’s turkey populations are […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP STAFF TO PRESENT FURBEARER SUMMARIES AT MTA MEETING

BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff will present annual furbearer summaries during a meeting hosted by District-3 members […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: SPRING TURKEY HUNTING SEASON OPENS APRIL 15

HELENA – Montana’s spring male turkey season opens April 15. Turkey hunters can purchase a turkey license for a general area […]