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FWP News: To help baby animals survive, leave them alone
HELENA – They look so cute and helpless. But your efforts to help could end up harming the animal and reducing […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 6.13.24
Fresno is 92% full. Inflow 416 cfs & outflow 685 cfs. Walleye fishing is good. Fish the mid and main […]
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FWP seeks proposals for 2025 hunting license auctions
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Licensing Bureau is soliciting proposals from conservation organizations that are interested in conducting a […]
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Taxidermy Time Lapse: Bull Elk
Here’s a cool time-lapse of what the taxidermy process looks like for a bull elk being worked on at Hunter’s […]
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Friday Dummy Reel
Well, it’s Friday, so why not watch some people being ridiculously ignorant on your phone or computer? Here you go: […]
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2024 Fall Mack Days–early starting date
FYI-Earlier dates for Fall Mack Days—event has moved up 2 weeks. No website yet so wanted to get this information […]
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FWP News: Hunters can soon register online for the Game Damage Hunt Roster
Hunters also can register to be placed on a bison game damage roster. HELENA – Hunters interested in participating in game […]
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Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Meets Don Wilkins with 56 Fishing Guide Service
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale continues our series on exploring new waterways and fish species with […]
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FWP News: Northern pike detected in Bull River
FWP asking anglers to report catches or observations of pike in Clark Fork tributary KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks […]
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Upper Salmon River Chinook Season Update by IDFG 6.12.24
Hi everyone, I’d guess many of you have heard already, but for those that have not, this morning the IDFG […]
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6 Pound Chihuahua Stands Up to Moose
If moose just won’t stop wandering into your yard, you could always get a Chihuahua… @imnotsoanonymous And of course […]
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FWP News: Lake Elmo was Stocked Two Days Ago
Exciting news from Lake Elmo! On June 11, 400 Yellowstone cutthroat trout, measuring 6 to 16 inches, were stocked from […]
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Stay Vigilant to Help Avoid Wildlife Collisions
As you explore national parks, stay alert for wildlife crossing the roads. These parks are home to many animals, and […]
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Dipping a Double
This angler was netting his bass when he accidentally scooped up another big bass with it! What are the odds […]
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Restrictions and Closures
If you need a refresher on what is closed or you’re looking for restrictions, take a look at this page […]
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Hook, Line and Sinker at Holter!
Nine-year-old Lane Hileman from Havre had a great weekend at Holter Lake, reeling in a beautiful rainbow trout near Split […]
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PREDATORS in the PARK!!! by Montana Grant
The Yellowstone Park region and other wild open places in Montana are not just a place to see geysers, glaciers, […]
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When Animals Use Decoys for Humans
Have you ever wondered what it would be like if animals used decoys for humans to hunt them? Well, somebody […]
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FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 103
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears will close in Black Bear […]
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Seasonal Friends by Montana Grant
“To have a friend, you need to be a friend.” There are many kinds of friends that we all enjoy, […]
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Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 319
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears will close in Black Bear […]
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FWP News: Vehicle access temporarily closed at Whitebird Fishing Access Site due to flooding
Walk-in access remains open BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has implemented a partial site closure at Whitebird Fishing Access […]
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Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 6.9.24
Montana Hebgen: We’re beginning to see some occasional Callibaetis hatching on and around the lake, as well as a strong hatch […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.10.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye action has been a little slow with some anglers finding success between Ponds 1 and 3 and from […]
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100 DEADLIEST DAYS!!! by Montana Grant
The window of time from Memorial Day until Labor Day is the Deadliest time for accidents in Montana. More people […]
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SAS-SQUASH BURGERS!!! by Montana grant
Burgers are America’s best fast food. The grilled, smoked, fried, or baked hamburger can be prepared in many ways and […]
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2024 FINAL Fresno Walleye Fishing Tourney Results
Ty Hinderager and Matt Fischer are the official winners of the Fresno Walleye Tournament with 23.06 pounds! Lance Kresge and […]
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NOTHING MAKES A FISH BIGGER…
than almost getting caught! Every angler has a great story about the one that got away. All these stories involve […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast Talks with Scott Collinsworth about Walleye, Smallies, Pike, Lakers and King Salmon…Oh My!
Learn Where to Find Them and How to Catch Them from Fishing Guide Scott Collinsworth of Fort Peck Marina!! This […]
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Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Simple Salmon Patties
Kokanee Quin is keeping it simple with some simple salmon patties! Turn that salmon into a sizzling summer treat with […]
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Big Kings on Peck Caught by The Salmon Slayer today
Bill Zarahdka from Wolf Point is at it early this year. Fishing with Colt Vilot from Wyoming and Joe Jaseek […]
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Fresno Walleye Challenge – Day 1 Results
Brad Novak and Hayden Gandy are leading the tournament on day one with 14.26 pounds. Congratulations! Second place Ty Hinderager […]
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GORED, BITTEN, TRAMPLED and STOMPED! by Montana Grant
This may sound like the title of a new Rock and Roll song, but… “Tourons” continue to not hear this […]
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FWP News: Anglers: If you don’t know, let it go
HELENA – Anglers planning to fish the Eastern Fishing District need to be aware of endangered pallid sturgeon. Anglers are encountering these fish […]
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FWP News: Paddlefish count at 557 heading into weekend
Harvest days are limited to every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturdays (in all yellow tag areas). Catch and release days […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 6.6.24
Fresno is 95% full. Inflow 424 cfs & outflow 500 cfs. It was a very windy last couple days on […]
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Sneak Peek: Downrigger Dale gets the fishing secrets from Scott Collinsworth from Fort Peck Marina!
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, hosts Downrigger Dale and the Captain of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show chat […]
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Almost Losing an Eyeball
Wow – talk about a close call!!! Nevermind shooting your eye out, but how about a bird’s beak poking your […]
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Brett French reports: Rainy May boosts upper Missouri River runoff
Parts of Montana received more than 200% of their normal precipitation for the month of May, according to the U.S. […]
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Celebrating National Donut Day with Gma’s Donuts in Elk Camp
We are celebrating National Donut Day with a recipe for hunting camp! We have the perfect donut recipe to satisfy […]
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FWP News: Paddlefish harvest at 536 fish
Anglers, please remember that paddlefish harvest reporting is required within 48 hours of harvest! Reporting can be accomplished by checking […]
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Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery update 6.6.24
Hi all, Thanks again for your interest in Idaho’s Chinook fisheries and the upper Salmon River. Since last weeks’ update, […]
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Lightning Strikes
Lightning striking vehicles is a rare but it does happen, and it can be dangerous. Here are some important cautionary […]
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Brawling Elk – Front Row Seats
It’s pretty cool to see elk in general, especially when you’re hunting them, however sometimes they like to put on […]
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When the Weather Turns Really Bad
Well, this is exactly what you do not want to happen when you park your boat… A sudden tornado formed […]
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BRAGGING RIGHT!!! by Montana Grant
Hunters and fishermen have a language all their own. There are many words that we use, when taken in perspective, […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 6.5.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (June 3, 2024) The walleye bite continues to […]
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FWP News: Bowhunter Education opportunities in south-central Montana
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks volunteer instructors have scheduled a Bowhunter Education course in Roundup June 20—23 and field […]
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FWP News: Summer astronomy events at Pictograph Cave State Park
Yellowstone Valley Astronomy Association to share knowledge and equipment BILLINGS – Pictograph Cave State Park, in partnership with the Yellowstone Valley […]
