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MT Outdoor Podcast: Is Fishing One of Bobby Hauck’s Secret Weapons?
Coach Bobby Hauck may dominate the football field, but can he tackle his goal of catching a fish every month of the year? Tune in to find out—this is one side of the coach you’ve never heard before!
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Antelope Stew with Root Vegetables
Kokanee Quinn found an antelope stew recipe so incredible, it might just be the secret weapon meal you didn’t know you needed!
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Maine Anglers Stumble Upon an Unexpected ‘Catch’
Ice fishing usually comes with surprises, but Clint R. and his son weren’t expecting what they found!
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20th Annual Ryan Wagner Memorial Ice Fishing Derby, Feb 8
Bundle up and head to Murphy Lake tomorrow!
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Montana men plead guilty to fish and wildlife violations
From fish poaching to elk killings, two Montana men face hefty fines and 20-year hunting bans after a wildlife crime spree finally catches up with them.
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Conservation or Carnage? Wyoming’s Mountain Lion Hunting Bill Stirs Controversy
Open season or overkill? Wyoming’s proposed mountain lion hunting bill has hunters and conservationists clawing at each other…
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A Hard Lesson on Hard Water Fishing Etiquette
One careless mistake on the ice turned a perfect fishing day into an $850 vet bill for a Montana ice angler.
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Is the Flathead River Reeling in Too Many Restrictions?
Will Flathead River stay ‘wild and scenic’ or become another busy park? The new regulations are up for debate…
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Is forever too long? Landowners tell Montana lawmakers to butt out of property decisions
BRETT FRENCH bfrench@billingsgazette.com To make something perpetual is everlasting and permanent — so a long, long time. When it comes to […]
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 2.6.25
Rock Creek ice is getting thicker, the fish are biting, and the hidden pressure ridges are keeping things interesting…read more from Don Wilkins here!
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Would You Trust This Ice?
When winter and open water season collide, you get a truck on ice, a boat in the water, and the internet losing its mind…
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Bears Aren’t Your Buddies
Some people trust bears like they’re oversized golden retrievers–please do not do that.
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Snow Pack Update via Big Sky Anglers – Feburary 2025
Montana is getting buried in snow, which might be bad for driving but great for trout!
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License to Shed Hunt: Idaho’s Big Change for Nonresidents
Love collecting antlers in Idaho? If you’re not a resident, you’ll need more than just sharp eyes…
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The Most Literal Way to Win Their Heart This Valentine’s Day
Forget the flowers—this Valentine’s Day, put some real heart on the plate!
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FWP expands study of South Fork elk herds to Bob Marshall Wilderness
FWP biologists are strapping on skis and heading deep into the Bob Marshall Wilderness to track elusive South Fork elk.
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Body Booting Is Tough!!!
Braving icy waters and fierce winds, body booting proves that waterfowlers aren’t just tough—they’re downright FLOCKING crazy! Read more from Montana Grant here!
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Wildlife Overpasses Work—And This Video is the Proof
This footage from Idaho Fish and Game shows over 1,000 deer safely crossing the Cervidae Peak Wildlife Overpass in just two months—proving that these crossings are saving lives, one hoof at a time.
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Blackened Muskrat Is On The Menu!
Muskrat is not just for trappers—this wild delicacy is on the menu, and you might be missing out!
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Make Angling Great Again
Want to Make Angling Great Again? It starts with clean waters, good company and a fresh take on fishing fun! Read more from Montana Grant.
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Hilarious Ice Fishing Stereotypes
When you know all the ice fishing stereotypes because you have fished with all of them!
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The ANGLER WHO WOULD BE KING!!!
From broken rods to a royal throne—one angler’s journey to claim the crown of the fishing kingdom! Read more from Montana Grant…
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Ice Update by Hell Creek Marina 2. 3.25
February 3rd Ice Update: Ice thickness ranges from 6 to 14 inches—check the latest conditions and watch for pressure ridges.
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FWP News: Hunters help FWP collect most CWD samples since testing began
Montana sets a record for chronic wasting disease testing with over 9,000 samples submitted this hunting season—hunters play a crucial role in monitoring and management.
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Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board to Meet February 26, 2025 in Kalispell
Join the discussion on fishing and bird hunting regulations at the Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board meeting in Kalispell on February 26.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.3.25
From thick ice to open water, conditions are unpredictable—here’s the latest on where the fish are biting and where to tread carefully.
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Slow Fishing, Fast Fun: Joe Moline’s Ice Fishing Trip with the Grandkids
Grandpa Joe took the grandkids ice fishing at Casino Creek—perch were scarce, but the memories were plenty!
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Day One: Broadwater Lions Club Perch and Walleye Ice Fishing Tournament
The Broadwater Lions Club Perch and Walleye Tournament kicked off at Canyon Ferry—stay tuned for team results!
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Party Animals!!!
When the booze flows, the hunt is over—unless you’re a pheasant in an apple orchard, in which case, good luck flying straight! Read more from Montana Grant…
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FWP News: Notice of Montana Mountain Lion Hunting Closure
This closure does not apply to holders of Limited Lion Licenses
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Gone Fishing!!!
Fishing isn’t just about catching fish—it’s an excuse to escape, unwind, and maybe even question the English language while you’re at it! Read more from Montana Grant here!
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Folks Love This One! Some of Montana’s Best Ice Fishing Spots! Held Over for Another Week!
By Popular Demand! Held Over for Another Week!This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks with […]
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Bulk Venison Breakfast Sausage
Venison is lean, which is great—unless you want juicy, flavorful sausage, and that’s where a good, fatty pork roast comes to the rescue! More from Kokanee Quinn here…
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Roasting Montana with AI, Because Even the Big Sky Needs a Little Shade
If you think flannel makes you a rancher and kale belongs at a cookout, this Montana roast is for you!
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Sneak Peek: Cracking the Code to Catch More Kokanee, Walleye, Trout & More with Scott Arnold!
Scott Arnold is BACK by popular demand on the MT Outdoor Podcast! Here’s an exclusive sneak peek on what is to come when the full episode drops tomorrow at 6am!
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Recipes: Cravy Gravy!!!
Take your campfire biscuits and gravy to the next level with these game-changing tips—because a true outdoorsman deserves cravy-worthy gravy! Read more from Montana Grant here..
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Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.30.25
“Fresno and Nelson are iced over with solid fishing action—proceed with caution, check tournament results at local spots, and grab the Region 6 Pond Guide for the best fishing intel! More from Brian Olson…
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Three Days of Firearms, Friends and Fun at the Big Sandy Gun Show
The Big Sandy Gun Show is this weekend, January 31–February 2, at Jerry Martin Memorial Hall, and you don’t want […]
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 1.30.25
Unstable ice and tricky pressure cracks are making travel tough, but the bite is still on—just tread carefully! More from Don Wilkins here…
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Bill would raise nonresident base license to boost hunter access funding
Will a proposed fee hike for nonresident hunters boost public access—or drive them away? Read more from Brett French…
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First Fly!!!
Remember your first fly? Whether it was a worm, egg, or the classic Royal Coachman, every great fly tier starts with a simple cast of creativity! Read more from Montana Grant here…
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The Wildlife Rescue that Divided the Internet
Elk rescue sparks controversy: Was cutting off antlers the only way to free him from a tire–wildlife officials say yes.
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Snappy’s Sport Senter Flathead Area Fishing Report 1.24.25
Ice fishing season is heating up across the region, with reports of good trout, pike, and perch action on several lakes, but remember: ‘No Ice is Safe Ice’ – always check conditions before venturing out!
