Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
PACK PROOF SANDWICHES!!!
There is nothing worse than spending a day hunting, fishing, or afield/afloat and discovering that your lunch is ruined…
Feb 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
Best Way to Fish?
From cane poles to high-tech gear, every angler has their own 'best' way to fish—but at the end of the day, the best method is the one that brings you the most joy! Read more from Montana Grant!
Feb 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
When Looks Could Kill–The Bull Stare You Can’t Unsee
This bull's stare is so intense, it feels less like a glare and more like a warning you’ll never forget…
Feb 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Great Plan!!
February is the perfect time to start planning your vegetable garden—because let’s be honest, wild game tastes even better with homegrown veggies on the plate!
Feb 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: Dave Chichester Talks About the History of Plugit Tackle, How He Started the Company and How to Use His Incredible Lures
From DIY lures to a booming tackle business, Dave Chichester of Plugit Tackle spills the secrets behind his wooden plugs, monster trout tactics, and the surprising twist on the wood he uses—tune in to this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast to reel in all the details!
Feb 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Baked Margarita Walleye
Celebrate National Margarita Day with a zesty twist—Kokanee Quinn’s Baked Margarita Walleye is easy, delicious, and ready in just 20 minutes!
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Foundation for Wildlife Management Gears Up for Annual Bitterroot Chapter Fundraising Banquet
Mark your calendars and sharpen your raffle skills—the Annual Bitterroot Chapter Fundraising Banquet is back, bringing epic prizes, great food, and a chance to take home a gun from the coveted Sponsor Gun Wall!
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bill would protect ‘furry friends’ by requiring signs when trapping FWP lands
House Bill 436 aims to protect Montana’s ‘furry friends’ by requiring signs at FWP access points where trapping is conducted—helping recreationists make safer choices for their pets. Read more from Brett French here..
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMUs 100 & 122
This one is for the big cat hunters–take note of the latest LMU closures…
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Art of Tackle and How Plugit Hooks the Big Ones on MT Outdoor Podcast
Discover how Plugit Tackle’s handcrafted wooden lures are reeling in Montana’s biggest fish, from giant Rainbow Trout to Walleye and Pike! Check out this exclusive sneak peek before the big episode drops tomorrow!
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.20.25
Nelson is the hot spot for walleye, northern, and perch—just watch the ice, find the fish, and drop a line!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report 2.20.25
Thick ice, cold temps, and cautious steps—Lake Trout are biting, but Peck’s ice is shifting, so stay sharp out there!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Get Your Skis on and Your Boots Ready, Big Hole Skijoring Hits Wisdom This Weekend!
Saddle up for some snowy excitement! The Big Hole Skijoring event kicks off this weekend—come for the races, stay for the party!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bowhunter Education classroom course, field days scheduled in Miles City
Sharpen your aim and your knowledge—Miles City’s only Bowhunter Education classroom course is set for March 21-23, so register now!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Denise Schlegel Memorial Salmon and Perch Fishing Tournament, March 1 and 2
Cast your line and cash in! The 2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Fishing Tournament at Bitterroot Lake is back!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Great Shot Debate: Clearing Things Up with Keith Warren Hunting
Where should you aim on a deer? Keith Warren and James Eagleman have a go-to guide to help you place the perfect shot.
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Wading Through the BS!!!
No need to wade through the BS—fishing is about camaraderie, not competition, so let’s drop the snark, share the knowledge, and make every cast count! More from Montana Grant here…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Smith River Permit Drawing Results Available
If you applied for a Smith River permit, you can check the drawing results now…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Some 2025 Hunting Regulations Are Available Online
Some 2025 regulations are out, but trapping and certain species regs are not available just yet…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Several elk calves in the Bitterroot Valley die after eating toxic plant
Warning to Outdoor Enthusiasts: Japanese yew may look harmless, but this ornamental plant is highly toxic to wildlife and pets…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bitterroot Lake Fishing Update 2.17.25
Some types of fish are biting and some are not, and if you’re heading out—bring your snow boots and a good dose of patience…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 201
Attention hunters: LMU 201 will close to all female mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 20, 2025.
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
From Near Disaster to a Victorious Goose Hunt
From a kayak flip to a lucky shot, this Montana hunter's hunt for 2025 started with a splash…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
How To Fillet Walleye Cheeks and Wings
Fillet your walleye your way—but if you want a fast and easy way to filet those walleye cheeks and wings (plus super simple recipes), we have you covered here…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Egged On!!!
The yolk’s on us—egg flies went from frowned upon to fly box staples, proving that when it comes to catching fish, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. More from Montana Grant here…
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 213
Hunters, take note—LMU 213 closes to male mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 18, 2025.
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
Seven Wolves Down for this Montana Trapper
Seven wolves, relentless dedication, and a mission to keep Montana’s wolf management strong!
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.18.25
Ice conditions are all over the map, but so is the fishing—here’s where to drill your next hole and what’s biting across the Helena area reservoirs…
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
How To Restore Your Antlers Naturally with a Common Ingredient
Give those faded antlers a rich, natural makeover using nothing but a simple, household ingredient, and watch the magic happen!
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
BOLOGNA CAKE!!!
When a birthday surprise meets a campfire cook’s creativity, you get the ultimate fishing trip treat—Bologna Cake! Who needs flour and sugar when you have layers of lunch meat, cream cheese icing, and a side of fishing tales? More from Montana Grant here…
Feb 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Art of Not Becoming Lunch for a Grizzly Bear
There’s a fine line between a bear encounter and a bear attack—this hunter played it just right…
Feb 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.16.25
Lake Mary Ronan is locked in with solid ice, plenty of snow cover, and no slush….
Feb 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
Grunt Calls Are Overrated—Just Ask This Dog Toy
It turns out bucks can’t resist a good squeaky toy!
Feb 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
Huh?
Ever wondered what fish actually hear? Turns out, it's more than just the splash of a lure—fish have some serious 'ears' for vibrations and noise. Read more from Montana Grant here…
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Mystery of the Swollen Deer Hooves
One deer, two swollen feet, and a comment section full of theories on why….
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Shed Happens: Here’s a Cool Compilation of Elk and Moose Antler Finds from Montana
Montanans don’t just chase game—they also chase the antlers the game leaves behind….
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Dam Ice Report by Fort Peck Marina 2.16.25
Thick ice, shifting ridges, and a hot laker bite—bundle up, stay safe, and get ready for a fun week on the ice!
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Reload!!!
Winter is the perfect time to stock up on your ‘Go To’ flies—check your boxes, sharpen those hooks, and get ready for fishing season without any regrets. Read more from Montana Grant here…
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Paradise Valley Spring Creeks Fishing Report 2.14.25
When Montana's rivers turn to slush, the spring creeks keep flowing—offering winter anglers a shot at hungry trout in a snowy paradise…
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Lakeridge Laker Taker Champion Has Been Named!
The fish were biting, the competition fierce, and now the title of the Lakeridge Lake Taker belongs to one lucky angler!
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Canyon Ferry’s Ducks on Ice Tourney Highlights
Canyon Ferry was packed with anglers, tents, and big catches at the Ducks on Ice Tournament!
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 103
Mountain lion hunting in LMU 103 is officially closed—stay informed and hunt smart!
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: Montana’s Best Kept Fishing Secret is Finally Unveiled!
Montana’s best-kept fishing secret is hiding in plain sight—check out this new episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast as Downrigger Dale and Brian Olson reveal the untapped ponds of Region 6, where monster fish are just waiting to be caught!
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Moose Lasagna
This week, Kokanee Quinn talks about a wild twist on an Italian classic—get ready for a moose lasagna that’s as legendary as the hunt itself!
Feb 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Montana Has Big Fish, But at Least They Don’t Swallow People
Why You Should Be Glad There Are No Whales in Fort Peck or Flathead… Probably
Feb 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Jumbo Perch – Everything You Need to Know
From the depths of the Chesapeake to the record books—meet the angler who reeled in Maryland’s new Jumbo Yellow Perch king!
Feb 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck announces winter access for motorized vehicles
Attention Fort Peck ice anglers and riders!
Keep those motorized vehicles on designated access routes—no off-roading on USACE land—and if you must detour around ice hazards, keep it short and sweet (no more than 1/8 mile)!
Feb 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Lawmaker sponsors resolution supporting federal land transfer to states
Montana’s public lands are back in the political crosshairs, with a new push to transfer federal lands to state control—reviving an old battle that could reshape access, management, and the future of our wild places…
Feb 14, 2025 · Angela Montana
Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report 2.13.25
With Fresno low and Nelson holding steady, the walleye, northern, and perch bite is on—tip-ups with live minnows are hot, but jigging’s where it’s at…
Feb 13, 2025 · Angela Montana
Elk captured in Crazy Mountains test negative for brucellosis
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff recently captured elk in the Crazy Mountains northwest of Big Timber as part of a multi-year targeted elk brucellosis surveillance project…