Angela Montana, Author at Montana Outdoor

As we gear up for St. Patrick’s Day weekend, Kokanee Quin can’t wait to dish out a recipe that’s just […]

REMOVE YOUR SHANTIES!!! by Montana Grant

It looks like the groundhog’s prediction was right. An early, warmer Spring is in our future. This means the end […]

FWP News: FWP, MSU seek help from anglers who catch tagged fish in upper Missouri River Basin

Angler reports of tagged fish will help inform trout research BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff, in cooperation with […]

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.15.24

Fresno is 26% full. Inflow 193 cfs and outflow 93 cfs. Nelson is 78% full inflow 133 cfs and 0 […]

Upcoming FWP Deadlines

This is just a reminder of some upcoming application deadlines: Smith River Super Permit – March 22 Paddlefish (white tag) […]

Tiber Toads!

Greg Foley had a blast hitting the waters of Tiber last weekend with his son-in-law, Ben Hileman from Havre! Ben […]

Brett French reports: FWP proposal would lift Yellowstone River waterfowl closure

A proposal before the Fish and Wildlife Commission would lift a 66-year-old waterfowl hunting closure along an 87-mile stretch of […]

MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Navigating the Storm, Bretz RV & Marine’s Resilient Journey

Downrigger Dale sits down with Bretz RV & Marine’s President, Brandon Bretz in the new Montana Outdoor Podcast episode that […]

A snowmobiling oops..

You just don’t know what you’re going to catch on camera when you start recording sledheads.

Bighorn sheep community offers $4500 for information on poaching

According to a press release by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, a Rocky Mountain Bighorn ram fell victim to […]

When you’re just trying to fish…

There’s something unsettling about an alligator/crocodile chasing after you when you’re just trying to fish. Just a heads up that […]

Elk Fiesta Bowls, Anybody? Oh, and they are EASY PEAZY!

Get ready to indulge your tastebuds in an adventure with some Elk Fiesta Bowls! These vibrant and flavorful bowls are […]

St. Patty’s Weekend Recipe: Corned Venison

Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a delicious twist! We found a mouthwatering recipe for corned venison […]

FWP News: Preliminary proposals for 2025-2026 fishing regulations available for review

HELENA – If you’re interested in providing input on how Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is crafting fishing regulations for the […]

Idaho angler’s state record tiger trout catch removed from record books

In June of 2023, Idaho Fish and Game released a congratulatory press release to Kody King of Montpelier for catching […]

STREAM ACCESS in MONTANA!!! by Montana Grant

Montana is blessed to have an access law that allows anglers, boaters, hikers, and others to gain access to our […]

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.12.24

Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 12, 2024. The data included in this […]

FWP News: Partial closure lifted at Gritty Stone Fishing Access Site

BILLINGS – A partial closure that was in place at Gritty Stone Fishing Access Site (FAS) has been lifted and the site is […]

FWP News: Mussel-fouled boat intercepted at Anaconda inspection station

HELENA – Montana’s first mussel-fouled watercraft of the year was intercepted at the Anaconda watercraft inspection station on March 10. The […]

Flying fish!

You just never know what can happen when you’re fishing…especially in salt water. Check out how close this tarpon passed […]

When a snowmobile ride turns scary

Snowmobile safety is paramount for enjoying winter adventures responsibly. Before hitting the trails, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with local […]

SMOKIN!!! by Montana Grant

Smoked fish is a tasty way to enjoy your catch. There is an art to smoking fish correctly, but once […]

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.11.24

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]

Annual Leonard Lawver Memorial Kids Fishing Day at Laurel Pond, Jun 1

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 1st, and join us at Laurel Pond for our annual Kids Fishing Day! The […]

Gum wrapper + battery = fire

You can ignite a fire using common, everyday items you might have with you in case of being stranded. For […]

FISHING NAKED!!! by Montana Grant

With the warm weather of Spring, Montanans will shed the snow, ice, and more. For some reason, I have seen […]

SPRING FORWARD!!! by Montana Grant

March 9, 2024

Daylight Savings Time is on Sunday, March 10th. We will need to set our clocks forward by one hour. Most […]

MT Outdoor Podcast: Imagine Getting Paid for Every Lake Trout You Catch!

March 9, 2024

Yes, That’s Possible! And it Can Add Up to a Whole Lot of Money! This week on the Montana Outdoor […]

Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Pheasant

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate flavor explosion: bacon-wrapped pheasant stuffed with creamy cheese. Kokanee Quin […]

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.7.24

Fresno is 25% full. This weeks cold weather has helped ice conditions. Fish the deeper and clearer areas of the […]

Brett French reports: Moose migrating to southeastern Montana

Hunters’ ears may have perked up when they heard Region 7 in southeastern Montana will be offering one moose tag […]

Easy Venison Spaghetti

Made with lean and flavorful venison meat, this hearty wild game dish is simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused […]

WHY BUY A NEW HUNTING/FISHING LICENSE? by Montana Grant

It’s that time of year when we need to get a new sporting license. Like it or not, a fishing/hunting […]

CATCH A NEW CHALLENGE!!! by Montana Grant

The most important things that we learn are the things we learn after we learn everything! Anglers, and outdoor sportsmen […]

Boating Etiquette

Hey boaters! It’s still winter in Montana, but open water is showing up in some places. With spring on the […]

Row vs Wade: The Proper Etiquette Between Wading and Drift Boat/Raft Anglers by Neal Cote

On any river here in Western Montana, as well as everywhere across the state, anglers share a common pursuit. However, […]

Fall-Run Chinook Salmon Fry Succumb to Gas Bubble Disease in California’s Klamath River

In news to our west…. In a recent press release, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife reported that fall-run […]

Wolverine reintroduction bill is introduced through Colorado Legislature

Colorado sure has things happening. They recently introduced wolves to the state, and now they are focusing on wolverines. According […]

Woman attacked by bear in her yard lives to talk about it

Bear attacks are seemingly becoming more common in the news, and that is also true back east. A Pennsylvania woman […]

TASTE FOR ONE!!! by Montana Grant

If you had to eat just one species of Montana fish, what would it be? There could be only one. […]

Chillin with the fish: A young ice angler’s resillience

You know you’re doing something right when you take the little one out ice fishing, and one leg falls in […]

Tennessee Poaching Results in Lifetime Hunting Bans

According to a press release from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, two Greene County men, Shelby Gene Church and Gene […]

FWP News: FWP gearing up for a new watercraft inspection station season

Some stations will open this weekend HELENA – Several watercraft inspection stations begin operation in early March to check snowbird boat […]

The things you see in Montana during ice fishing season…

You just never know what you will see at Canyon Ferry during ice fishing season….lol On a safety note for […]

Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast and Mack Days Meet