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Montana Mountain Lion Encounter, wondering “Am I on the Menu?”
When a Montana mountain lion locks eyes with you like you’re its next meal, it’s time to stand your ground and hope you’re not on the menu!
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Jar Baits!!!
From salmon eggs to floating paste, jar baits are the secret weapon for anglers—perfect for every fish, every time! More from Montana Grant here…
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Southwest Montana Fishing Reports Overview
Winter fly fishing is here—grab your new license, bundle up, and get ready to slow down, savor the solitude, and maybe even find some rising trout!
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Thompson Chain of Lakes State Park – Partial Closure
Access routes are shifting! Plan ahead for your trip to Thompson Chain of Lakes State Park.
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.4.25
The Deadwater ice jam is out, the river’s clearing up, and steelhead season is heating up—time to grab your gear and hit the Upper Salmon!
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2025 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake
Hook a lake trout, win big, and help native fish thrive—Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake kicks off March 13th with over $225,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs!
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Bighorn River Bird Die-Off: HPAI Ruled Out, Further Testing Underway
Good news! The bird die-off on the Bighorn River isn’t due to avian flu—but the mystery isn’t solved yet!
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Jerk!!!
Spice up your wild game and your kitchen with this bold Jamaican Jerk rub—perfect for everything from pheasant to potatoes! More info from Montana Grant here…
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Hitting the Wildlife Jackpot by Bagging a Rare Blonde Elk
This hunter struck gold in the wild with a rare blonde-phase elk and a once-in-a-lifetime trophy!
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.3.25
See what is happening in the Helena area reservoirs, and be cautious out there!
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Fishing, Friends and Conservation with Montana Walleyes Unlimited
Reel in more than just fish with Montana Walleyes Unlimited!
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A Reflection of Pure Comedy with Bear vs. Bear
This poor bear seems to think it is having an identity crisis….
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Exposed!!!
Think hypothermia only strikes in freezing temps? Think again—it’s the sneaky danger lurking in 60–70 degrees that could catch you off guard! Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Montana Licenses, Permits and Regulations for 2025-2026
Guess what? The 2025-2026 fishing season kicked off yesterday—so if you haven’t wet a line yet, you’re already a day behind! Get your new license before getting out there!
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When Wildlife Crashes Your Wedding, and Your Dog Doesn’t Like It!
Nothing says “storybook wedding” like a majestic outdoor setting—until your dog decides the deer in attendance need a stern talking-to right in the middle of your vows!
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Little Anglers, Big Adventures while Ice Fishing with Kids-N-Snow
From drilling holes to reeling in their first catch, Kids-N-Snow is turning West Yellowstone’s little adventurers into ice fishing pros! Check out their March Kids Ice Fishing Camp highlights!
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NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 270
Please note that LMU 270 is closing to hunting of all male mountain lions tomorrow.
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Ice Fishing Just Took a Strange Turn for Mike Violette—You Have to See This!
Mike Violette drilled into the ice expecting fish—but what he found bubbling beneath the surface left him with a mystery…
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Gaff It!!!
Tired of losing fish at the ice hole? A well-placed gaff might be the game-changer you need to land your catch—and keep it off the ‘one that got away’ list! Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Ice Update by Hell Creek Marina 3.1.25
Notice for recreationalists and anglers at Hell Creek, this update is for you!
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LAST DAY LICENSE!!!
With Montana hunting and fishing licenses expiring, Montana Grant hit Canyon Ferry for a last-chance ice fishing adventure—huge rainbows, fast action, and the kind of ‘physical therapy’ only fishermen understand! Read more here!
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The Montana Outdoor Podcast is all About The Amazing Lake Koocanusa
The best of the best with the Montana Outdoor Podcast!! Don’t miss this!
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Cooking With Kokanee Quinn: Elk Patty Parmesan
Why stick to steak when you can give ground venison the Parmesan treatment for a wild twist on a classic?
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Catch a MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Big Fish and Big Adventures at Lake Koocanusa
You won’t want to miss this Montana Outdoor Podcast episode!
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Montana hunters request study in hopes of easing crowding
Montana hunters aim to ‘track’ solutions to overcrowding with new study request.
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The Ultimate South Montana Waterfalls Road Trip
Because sometimes, the best road trips end with you standing in front of a roaring, misty masterpiece.
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How To Clean a Perch in One Minute
Think cleaning a perch in a minute is crazy? Think again. Here’s one way to do it.
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.27.25
With warming temps and melting snowpack, reservoirs are wet and sloppy, ice is pulling back, and the best trout fishing of the year is just around the corner—tread carefully and cast wisely!
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Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.27.25
Local anglers are sharing firsthand reports on Lake Mary Ronan’s ice conditions—here’s one report..
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Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet on April 17
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission meets April 17 in Helena and online—covering everything from fish removal to migratory bird regs, grazing leases, and more—so mark your calendar and make your voice heard!
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Large section of Flathead Lake north shore temporarily closing for bird nesting, migration
From March 1 to July 15, the north shore of Flathead Lake hits “Do Not Disturb” mode as migrating and nesting birds take over…
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Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Ice and Fishing Report 2.27.25
With warming temps and honeycombed ice, conditions are getting tricky—proceed with caution, but if you’re lucky, there are still some big lakers and northerns waiting to bite!
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.27.25
The main lake is getting sketchy, and the ice is becoming more unpredictable with the warmer weather…
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Trump Jr. Faces International Duck Poaching Probe
Donald Trump Jr.’s hunting trip in Italy just went from a wild adventure to a legal quagmire after he allegedly poached a rare duck—now, the hunt is on for answers.
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All About OHVing in Montana
Rev up for adventure—but before you hit Montana’s trails, make sure your OHV is legal and your pass is ready…
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.24.25
While the ice is still solid, keep an eye out for quick changes…
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Blackfoot River Float-In Reservations Open Soon
Paddle by day, camp by night—Blackfoot River float-in campsite reservations open March 3 incrementally..
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A Fort Peck Giant That Almost Became A State Record
One fish, 17.66 pounds, and a near brush with history—Kyle Sando’s legendary Fort Peck catch keeps anglers dreaming big!
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Montana men plead guilty to hunting violations
MILES CITY – Two Montana men pled guilty to charges related to the illegal harvest of a brow-tined bull elk […]
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A Wild Week on the Milk River
From a 100-degree temperature swing to a race against ice jams, the Milk River Valley is seeing an early surge of water—thanks to the hardworking crew at Malta Irrigation, Nelson Reservoir is already filling up!
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LOST FISH and BROKEN POLES!!!
Heartbreak and chaos on the water—lost fish, snapped poles, and stories you won’t believe! Read more from Montana Grant here!
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Dead Waterfowl Reported on Bighorn River
Mysterious waterfowl deaths on the Bighorn River have wildlife officials investigating—here’s what you need to know…
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Catch Phrases!!
From ‘Fish On!’ to some… less family-friendly expletives, every angler has a go-to catchphrase—what’s yours?
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Big Cat, Bigger News: Meet Florida’s Record-Breaking Panther
Florida’s biggest panther just got collared, and this heavyweight is helping scientists track the future of his species!
