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Rigger’s Out, Roger’s In–Montana’s Hunt Report Unleashed on the Montana Outdoor Podcast
This week, guest host Roger Fishwell takes the reins on the Montana Outdoor Podcast to break down fresh harvest numbers and hunter success stats from check stations across all seven Montana hunting regions.
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Idaho Father and Son Killed in Rare Hornet Attack on Vacation
Their zipline trip for an Idaho man and his teenage son promised an unforgettable adventure—and it was, just in a tragic way.
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Two Rainbows, One Rod Rescue, and a DIY Solution
When helping a buddy land two monster rainbows at once, Montana Grant discovered a DIY PVC rod holder could save both rods—and sanity—on the bank.
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Venison-Stuffed Portabello Mushrooms
Turn that freezer venison into something juicy, tasty, and downright irresistible…
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Trail Runner Pardoned, But National Park Rules Still Apply
Trail runner Michelino Sunseri sets a Grand Teton record, goes off-trail, and gets a presidential pardon—though don’t try this at home!
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Fort Peck Cracks 895K: Chinook Egg Take Complete
FWP nets nearly 900K Chinook eggs at Fort Peck, setting the stage for next spring’s salmon stocking despite shifting fish ages and forage challenges.
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Don’t Poach, That Includes on Prison Grounds
If you shoot deer on prison property, you might end up behind bars…..
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Bees Are the Best
Native bees quietly make Thanksgiving—and much of our food—possible, and they need our help ..now more than ever.
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Trivia Queen Turns Trigger Queen
Hunter’s Breakfast Show star Theresa Lunn proves she’s as sharp with a rifle as she is with her trivia!
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Rustic Italian Elk Sausage Pizza
The smoked elk sausage pizza recipe you won’t want to forget has been found!
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 11.14.25
Big pike, active smallmouth, and aggressive post-spawn lakers are firing as cooling waters push fish onto prime weed beds, rocky points, and deep breaks…
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Half of successful Montana elk hunters fill their tags on public land
Five bull elk stood just out of reach on public land, a reminder that in hunting, luck and licensing often decide success…
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Catch, Release, Repeat: The Lifecycle of Secret Honey Holes
Secret honey holes come and go, but the real catch is having fun, sharing the adventure, and teaching others along the way.
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Reminder of Closure in Active Grizzly Bear Area
Reminder of closure caused by dead horse in active grizzly bear area…
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R3 Check Station Harvest Results Nov 8-9, 2025
Mild weather and elusive game mark the halfway point of Montana’s general hunting season in the southwest…
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Clark Fork River Fishing Report 11.08.25
With winter creeping closer and the last hatches fading, it’s prime time to chase fat post-spawn browns and streamer-smashing rainbows on the Clark Fork…
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IDFG Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 11.12.25
The Upper Salmon River was buzzing with anglers last week—conditions bounced around, but the steelhead bite picked up just in time for the weekend.
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Cheating Scandal Rocks the Kayak Fishing World
The Kayak Seat Scandal That Fooled a Fishing Tournament—Until It Didn’t…..
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Southwest Montana Fishing Report Overview 11.7.25
Late fall fly fishing is in full swing across southwest Montana—big browns are on the move, Blue Winged Olives are hatching, and there’s still time to find some incredible trout before winter sets in..
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Cluster F#%K Line Prevention for Anglers
Avoiding tangles is the key to happier fishing—smart casting, good gear, and quick fixes keep your line (and your day) from turning into a mess.
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Yellowstone River Fishing Report 11.10.25
Blustery fall weather is challenging anglers around Livingston, but calm days still bring steady rainbow action and late-season hatches on the Yellowstone River.
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R2 Check Station Results 11.10.25
Deer harvests are on the rise in west-central Montana as the rut kicks in and hunter activity increases midway through the general big game season…
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Hunters in south-central Montana are seeing steady harvests and participation as the 2025 big game season reaches its midway point.
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God Bless Young, Fit Hunters
Once young and fearless, every hunter eventually faces the hard truth: time, strength, and friends fade, leaving only memories of the hunts that shaped a lifetime..
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Shadows of Montana’s Ringnecks
Once vibrant and full of cackling roosters, Montana’s pheasant fields are falling silent—and the future of upland hunting hangs in the balance.
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Bozeman Fishing Report 11.10.25
Mild weather, clear water, and light crowds are making for some of the best late-fall fishing of the year across the Bozeman area.
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Bacon-Wrapped Venison Backstrap with Mushroom Cream Sauce
Wrap it in bacon, drown it in mushroom cream, and call it dinner — venison backstraps never tasted so good!
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Being Nice Is Good Outdoors Etiquette
A little kindness on the water (or ice) can reel in more than fish — it can catch lifelong friends… Read more from Montana Grant here..
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When It’s Tourist Season at YNP…
Common sense seems to sometimes take a vacation at Yellowstone National Park…
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Kamp Cook’s Jurassic Hunt
One look at the size of this bird and you’ll understand why Kamp Cook called it a pterodactyl!
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MT Outdoor Podcast: The 30-Inch Walleye Obsession
When passion meets persistence, you get Ken, Amy, and the never-ending hunt for the 30-inch walleye…
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Elk Venison Rump Roast with Chipotle Butter
Bring the heat and the flavor with Kokanee Quinn’s latest recipe find!
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The Hunt for Access in Montana
Montana’s wide-open country is shrinking — at least for those who hunt it…
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The Captain Has Company (and She is Foxy)
Lewistown gossip heats up after the Captain’s surprise encounter with a foxy lady…
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: The 30-Inch Walleye Syndrome
Hooked on love and the hunt for a 30-incher — catch the sneak peek now!
