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Whirling Disease and the Mystery of Montana’s Trout Comeback
Whirling disease nearly wiped out Montana’s rainbow trout in the ’90s, but as they make a comeback, new mysteries—both biological and literary—emerge about the future of the Madison River fishery.
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FWP continues partnering with Boy Scouts to turn Christmas trees into fish habitat
Glasgow’s Boy Scout Troop 861 is turning Christmas trees into fish habitats this year, helping perch spawn and keeping the Trout Pond clean—all while earning their stripes as eco-friendly heroes.
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31 Inches of Trout
A twin’s unforgettable 31-inch trout catch in Montana proves that taking a kid fishing can lead to some truly big moments…
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2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 6 Update
Only 19 fish away from a record-breaking Spring Mack Days — and with $225,000 in prizes still up for grabs, it’s not too late to reel in your shot at glory!
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Trail of Tears
Montana Grant reflects on aging, adventure, and the urgency of chasing outdoor dreams before the trail gets too steep…
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 4.21.25
Here is what happening in the Helena area reservoirs…
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Back by Popular Demand: The Podcast Everyone’s Talking About – “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins” Returns This Week!
Back by popular demand, this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast dives deep into the surprising fish behind Fort Peck’s trophy giants—don’t miss “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins.”
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Walleye Spawn Update III, April 16th
Walleye egg collection is surging at Fort Peck’s Big Dry Arm, with steady catches, ripe females, and nearly 30 million eggs already in the hatchery queue.
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Easter Beef
This Easter, we’re trading spiral ham for smoky Baltimore-style pit beef—thin-sliced, fire-kissed, and stacked high with tradition, flavor, and a little Tiger Sauce kick… Read more from Montana Grant here..
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K.I.S.S. Turkeys
If you think turkey hunting is just chasing big chickens, wait ‘til one spots you blink at 60 yards… Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Jan’s Fishing Report for the Week of April 15, 2025
Spring 2025 has the Yellowstone flowing with color, the spring creeks buzzing with baetis, and hungry trout snapping out of their winter slumber—just in time for some seriously good fishing…..
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Fish Care
Fishing may be a sport, but for some Fly Guys, it’s more about clout than trout. Read more from Montana Grant here…
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When a Hike Turns into a Helicopter Extraction
A hike in California turned into the ultimate cliffhanger — and not the metaphorical kind….
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Dude ranch’s history, 1930 film unearthed after family research
When city slickers traded skylines for sawtooths, one dude ranch adventure in 1930 captured all the grit, grace, and goofy glory of Montana’s wild side on film. Here’s more from Brett French….
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 4.17.25
Big walleye, hungry eaters, and bonus pike—Lake Peck’s dam area is heating up even if the water temps aren’t!
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Bobcat Claws and Chaos
Forget Netflix thrillers—this bobcat vs. squirrel showdown has better stunts and zero CGI….
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Turkey Lurkey
Before the Bald Eagle soared into the spotlight, the wild turkey almost strutted away with the title of America’s national bird—and after reading this, you just might agree Ben Franklin wasn’t so crazy. More from Montana Grant here…
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April 14 Update to Shot Hound in the River
After two months of searching, the heartbreaking truth about missing hounds Boone and Bandit has come to light…
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From Fort Benton to Firearms, April 19th is Locked and Loaded
April 19: come for the pork, stay for the firepower—Missoula’s hottest upcoming event isn’t just about barbecue….
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Spring Cleaning Starts Outside
If you packed it in, pack it out—because nature’s not your landfill and nobody wants to camp next to your worm tub, beer can, or busted fridge. Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Elk and Deer Permit Drawing Results Are In
Montana’s big game permit results are in—time to find out if you’re chasing dreams this fall or chasing leftovers….
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Kootenai River Fishing Report 4.15.25
Spring’s heating up, but the Kootenai’s still chill—midday hatches, tight drifts, and streamer thumps are the name of the game…
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Spring Black Bear and Spring Turkey Seasons Open Today, April 15
Spring Black Bear and Spring Turkey Seasons Open Today!
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2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 5 Update
Thousands of fish, millions of memories, and one elusive $10,000 trout—Mack Days is in full swing….
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2025 Fort Peck Walleye Spawn Update II, April 11th
Warming waters in Fort Peck’s Big Dry Arm have jumpstarted walleye spawning, helping biologists collect over 9 million eggs ahead of a looming cold front.
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FWP’s Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 4.14.25
You’re in luck if you’re after rainbows in the Helena area reservoirs…
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When You Know You Raised ’em Right
When you know you’re doing a good job raising your little one as a sportsman, you just know….
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When You Can’t Take Your Little One Fishing Anymore….
This little guy was a little confused on how this worked….
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MT Outdoor Podcast: The History and Effects of the Introduction of the Cisco into Fort Peck Reservoir
What do deep-water monsters and a double bacon cheeseburger have in common? Tune in to the Montana Outdoor Podcast to find out…
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Walleye Wings
Kokanee Quinn found a recipe that even has the chef’s fish-hating wife going back for seconds….
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Barreling Into MT History…and Freezing in Place
The Baby Rose was proof that not all underdog stories end in triumph…
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The High Cost of Wandering for Wolves at Banff National Park
Turns out the real danger for Banff’s wolves isn’t what’s in the park—it’s what’s waiting just outside it…
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Downrigger Talks About the Fort Peck Cisco with Andrew McKean
What do a double bacon cheeseburger and Fort Peck’s biggest fish have in common?
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Cast for Cash at Rock Creek Marina at Fort Peck, June 28-29
Bait your hooks and bring the banter—Rock Creek’s biggest fishing showdown is back, and there’s prize money on the line!
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The West Wasn’t Won Without Freight Wagons
Meet the original long-haul drivers—gritty bullwhackers and mule skinners who freighted their way into history…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 4.10.25
Walleye are waking up on Fort Peck—think shallow, slow, and dark if you want to hook into something worth bragging about…
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Numerous studies examine wild sheep for answers to die-off events
The bighorns of the Missouri Breaks once thrived—now, scientists are scrambling to find out why they’re gone…
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Love Might Have a Price Tag for Rams
Turns out love could be blind and concussed for rams in the bighorn sheep world…
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Head of the Class
Big fish means big flavor, and if you’re tossing the head, you’re wasting the best part…
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Montana’s Two-Steps to the Tag, Online Course + Field Day
Hunter ed gets real when students step off the screen and into the safety zone…
