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Blasting Respect–The 21-Gun Salute Explained
The 21-gun salute is history’s loudest way of saying “we honor you.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.26.26
Rainbows, walleye, and perch are all biting across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter, with trolling, jigging, and shoreline setups producing steady action throughout the region.
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Yaak Attack
Escape the crowds and discover exceptional trout fishing on Montana’s remote Yaak River, where wild beauty, big brookies, and hungry rainbows await those willing to hike, wade, and try something new.
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FWP seeking applicants for northeast Montana Citizens Advisory Council
Help shape the future of Montana’s outdoors—apply now to join FWP Region 6’s Citizen Advisory Council.
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Jefferson River Fishing Report 5.23.25
The Jefferson is flirting with fishability, but with runoff looming and warm temps rising, don’t count on it being your weekend sweetheart.
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This Week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast: Mule Deer, Management, and Public Voices
What Has Been Causing the Decline in Montana’s Mule Deer Populations? It is More Than CWD!
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Strawberry Rhubarb Crostata
Forget pie drama—this strawberry-rhubarb galette (thanks, Trisha Yearwood!) keeps it simple, chic, and dangerously delicious…
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Exclusive Sneak Peek: Mule Deer in the Crosshairs, What’s Next for Montana’s Herds?
This week’s episode takes aim at one of Montana’s challenges — and you’ll want to hear what’s unfolding…..
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FWP Region 6 rainbow trout stocking report 5.23.25
Rain tried to slow FWP down, but they still made a splash!
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Bighorn bill prompted choices: auction or lottery?
BRETT FRENCH | bfrench@billingsgazette.com When it comes to raising money for moose and bighorn sheep conservation in Montana, is it […]
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Kalispell Fishing Report 5.21.25
Rare late May fly fishing conditions are prime on Kalispell-area rivers—but with warm weather coming soon, now’s the time to go!
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Upper Salmon River Chinook Update – 5/22/2025
Chinook returns are trickling in below forecast, and with the next two weeks critical, it’s still too early to say whether they’ll see a summer fishery on the upper Salmon.
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.22.25
From shallow smallmouth to deep lake trout, this week’s bite brought wind, cold temps, and just enough action to keep rods bending across the board…
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Paddlefish Harvest Estimate for First Week of 2025 Paddlefish Season
Paddlefish harvest is off to a solid start, but with river flows dropping, this weekend may be slower—plus a few key reminders to keep your season legal and smooth….
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FWP: Grizzly bear shot and killed near Choteau
Director Clark calls landowners hours after encounter to offer support
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Bear Season Bragging Rights Go to Bryton
Bryton Guckenberg’s no rookie when it comes to bagging nice bears….
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Angler Dubs Catch “Unofficial State Record”–You Won’t Believe From Where
It might not be official, but it’s unforgettable—Steve Miller’s massive pike has anglers wondering what else is lurking in that lake….
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Hands Off
It’s baby critter season—look, don’t touch, and let nature do its wild thing. Read more from Montana Grant here!
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Concrete, Commitment, and a Whole Lot of Elbow Grease at the St. Mary Siphon
The Sletten crew is all hustle and no slowdown—check out the behind-the-scenes work powering big progress at the St. Mary Siphon…
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Feeling Lucky? Win a Once-in-a-Lifetime Buffalo Hunt in Wolf Point, Montana
Win a legendary buffalo hunt in Montana for just $25…
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Budget Bill, Meet the Backlash
A major win for public land advocates as hunters and anglers push back hard enough to stop a 500,000-acre land sale—but the battle’s not over yet…
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Missouri River Fly Fishing Report 5.20.25
Sleep in, sip your coffee, and hit the Missouri around 2pm….
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Trout Creek’s Archery Team Takes Aim at Nationals
Seven small-town archers from Trout Creek just hit the bullseye of opportunity!
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When a Smoke Break Turns Savage–with a Coyote
A quiet smoke break turned full-on wilderness brawl for one guy…..
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When Nature’s Brass Section Plays, We Listen!
When you’re up close and antlered….we know the summer is just beginning soon, but who’s ready for bow season?
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When Livelihoods and Wildlife Collide
Is deer farming a dream job or a biological hazard? Minnesota’s courts are about to decide…
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Best Goggins for Your Noggins
See fish like a pro and protect your peepers—why goggle-style fishing glasses might be the future of eyewear on the water… Read more from Montana Grant here….
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How a Flesh-Eating Parasite Could Derail Conservation
A flesh-eating fly is creeping north from Mexico, and conservationists warn it could spell disaster for America’s big game herds….
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Yellowstone River Fishing Report 5.19.25
Runoff’s in full swing on the Yellowstone, but if you time it right, there’s solid action to be had…
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Breaking the Dam Barrier in a Fishing Boat
Sometimes, to find the fish, you have to outsmart the beaver…
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Fishing Local
Why chase distant waters when the best fishing lessons—and fish—might be five minutes from home? Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Reel Big Fish
Laurel angler Jimmy Lee Boles III kicked off fishing season with a splash, landing a record-breaker!
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Wolves Are Stirring Up Controversy in Northern California
Gray wolves are stirring up fear and debate in rural California, where some say they’re backyard stalkers—while others say people are just crying wolf.
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FWP’s Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.19.25
Rainbows are hot, walleye are spotty, and trolling’s the ticket across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter—just watch the weather and match the hatch with spinners, crawlers, or buggers….
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East Gallatin River Fishing Report 5.16.25
The East Gallatin is moody with runoff, but afternoon nymphing and sneaky spring creek tactics can still put you on fish—if you know where to look…
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Less Is More…
Why drive hours when the fish are five minutes away? Go local, get hooked. More from Montana Grant here…
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Blackfoot River Fishing Report 5.18.25
Blackfoot River Fishing Report by Grizzly Hackle Fly Shop: Our Blackfoot River fishing report comes to you straight from the […]
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I Can’t Catch 55
Think you can catch 100 trout in a day? Try hitting 55 first—turns out, it’s harder than you think. Read more from Montana Grant here…
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FWP Lifejacket Donation Drive, May 19-23, 8 Locations
Give your old lifejacket a new adventure—donate it during #NationalSafeBoatingWeek!
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Success, Failure & Above All Perseverance: Learn About the Amazing Milk River Project
When a century-old river lifeline suddenly broke, Montanans didn’t panic — they grabbed their shovels and showed up….you won’t want to miss this MT Outdoor Podcast episode!
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Pennies on the Dollar
A penny used to go a long way—now it costs more to make than it’s worth, but the memories are priceless. Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Scott’s Wild Turkey Soup
When a campfire chat turned to wild turkey soup, Kokanee Quinn knew she’d struck recipe gold—and now she’s sharing the recipe with you!
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Reel Innovation with Gadgets that Make Fishing Smarter
Think you’ve got all the fishing gear you need? Think again — the future of angling is way cooler than you might think…
