Jun 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Boot Scootin’ Alone
Montana trails reward the bold, but punish the unprepared. More from Montana Grant here!
Jun 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Cautionary Tale from the Trail
One wrong step, a 700-pound boulder, and a heroic rescue….
Jun 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
Missouri River Fishing Report 5.28.25
The Missouri is fishing hot right now—match the hatch with the right flies and you'll be in for some killer dry fly action…
Jun 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
Dandy Salad
Who knew the best pairing for trout might be a weed? More from Montana Grant here…
May 31, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hard Truths
Montana’s trout are in trouble, and it’s not just the fish feeling the pressure. More from Montana Grant here….
May 31, 2025 · Angela Montana
Becoming an Outdoors Woman Meets The Montana Outdoor Podcast
You definitely won’t want to miss today’s episode of The Montana Outdoor Podcast!
May 31, 2025 · Angela Montana
Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Steak Bruschetta – Perfect for Camping
If camp cooking had a fancy cousin who drinks wine, this would be it!
May 31, 2025 · Angela Montana
Legislation puts limits on helicopter, plane, drone use
A new Montana law aims to protect fair chase hunting by cracking down on helicopters and drones that disrupt wildlife and give hunters an unfair advantage.
May 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Go-To Gun
It’s part war story, part love letter, and all Montana—why one well-worn Ithaca Model 37 shotgun still outshoots the rest, pumps and all. More from Montana Grant here….
May 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Grizzly Bear Research Underway in Southwestern Montana: Public Advised to Heed Safety Signs
Grizzly bear capture efforts begin soon in Montana
May 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
IDFG Upper Salmon Chinook Update 5.29.25
Chinook hopes are hanging by a tag—fewer fish than forecast, but there’s still a chance for a late surge….
May 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.29.25
Bite’s on! Walleye, smallmouth, and pike are all playing nice—just bring your jigs, plastics, and a bucket of minnows…
May 29, 2025 · Angela Montana
Public can still provide input on mule deer management through online portal
Miss a mule deer meeting? FWP still wants your input—comments open through June 27…
May 29, 2025 · Angela Montana
Madison River Fishing Report 5.29.25
Runoff’s knocking—get your Madison fix while the river’s still fishable!
May 29, 2025 · Angela Montana
Milk River Project Update 5.29.25
A short detour now means a safer dam later—Fresno Road closes June 25 to July 2 for major upgrades…
May 29, 2025 · Angela Montana
Why This Captain’s Problem Cost $51K
Hooked fish, lost temper, and a $51K mistake on the water.
May 29, 2025 · Angela Montana
Boondock Country
Montana may be Big Sky Country, but it turns out we’re also proudly living “Down in the Boondocks”—and that’s exactly how we like it. More from Montana Grant here!
May 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Validation stickers no longer needed for watercraft in Montana
On May 1, Gov. Greg Gianforte signed this into law…
May 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Aqua Creek Products in Missoula is Making Waves and Powering Inclusive Adventures
Aqua Creek is helping Wheelchairs & Walleyes make the outdoors accessible for all—one adaptive adventure at a time.
May 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
BMU 530 Pending Closure via FWP
Note this black bear management unit pending closure…
May 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP to host fun run at Brush Lake State Park to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the park
Mark your calendars and get your running shoes on for a fun run for Brush Lake State Park's 20th anniversary!
May 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Duck’s Reign of Terror
A Florida neighborhood is under siege by a surprisingly aggressive duck—and residents are learning the hard way that waddles can quickly turn to warfare.
May 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bison Waste, Prairie Gain
Turns out, buffalo chips are the original miracle grow… more from Montana Grant here.
May 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hunter Claims Warden Broke the Law to Bag Him
Was it a legal hunt—or a personal vendetta dressed in camo and court orders?
May 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Rock Creek Fishing Report 5.26.25
Big bugs are here—Salmonflies are popping on Rock Creek, and it’s only getting better from here…
May 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Kootenai River Fishing Report 5.25.25
The Kootenai’s fishing hot—for now—so hit it before the big flow show starts Tuesday and turns it into a float-only rodeo….
May 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Revised Fort Peck Water Elevation Forecast by USACE 5.27.25
Please note the revision by the USACE for Fort Peck.
May 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Best Fish to Eat in Montana
In Big Fish Fry Country, the tastiest Montana fish isn’t just what you catch—it’s how you clean, cook, and sweeten it that makes it a true catch of the day. More from Montana Grant here!
May 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Gator-Hunting Boot Package You Didn’t Know You Needed
Hunt the gator, wear the boots—Republic Boot Co. turns wild adventure into custom-crafted swagger.
May 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
Blasting Respect–The 21-Gun Salute Explained
The 21-gun salute is history’s loudest way of saying “we honor you.
May 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
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.
May 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
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.
May 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
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.
May 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
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.
May 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
Strawberry rhubarb
You just never know what Montana Grant can cook up….
May 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
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!
May 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Strawberry Rhubarb Crostata
Forget pie drama—this strawberry-rhubarb galette (thanks, Trisha Yearwood!) keeps it simple, chic, and dangerously delicious…
May 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…..
May 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Region 6 rainbow trout stocking report 5.23.25
Rain tried to slow FWP down, but they still made a splash!
May 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
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 […]
May 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
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!
May 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
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.
May 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
May 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
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….
May 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP: Grizzly bear shot and killed near Choteau
Director Clark calls landowners hours after encounter to offer support
May 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bear Season Bragging Rights Go to Bryton
Bryton Guckenberg’s no rookie when it comes to bagging nice bears….
May 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
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….
May 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hands Off
It’s baby critter season—look, don’t touch, and let nature do its wild thing. Read more from Montana Grant here!
May 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
May 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
Feeling Lucky? Win a Once-in-a-Lifetime Buffalo Hunt in Wolf Point, Montana
Win a legendary buffalo hunt in Montana for just $25…