Angela Montana, Author at Montana Outdoor

BILLINGS – Hunter and Bowhunter Education in-person classes and field days will be offered in several locations in south-central Montana this […]

When a deer doesn’t want to be touched…

Overall, while deer are generally quiet animals, they use a variety of vocalizations and noises to communicate with each other, […]

FWP News: Mule Deer Hunting Changes

As you apply for licenses and permits for the 2024 hunting season, we’d like to highlight some changes for mule […]

What not to do on a snowmobile

If you’re in an area with snow and are planning a snowmobile trip, then we suggest you try to avoid […]

FWP News: Still spots available for this cool education opportunity!

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a youth education event at this year’s Montana Taxidermist’s Association Convention in Billings […]

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.5.24

Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 5, 2024. The data included in this […]

FWP News: Hunting for male mountain lions closes in Lion Management Units 100 and 445

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions has closed in Lion Management Units […]

FLOWER POWER!!! by Montana Grant

Wildflowers are a big part of the beauty in Big Sky Country. There are a few early Spring flowers that […]

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 3.4.24

Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (March 4, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]

FWP News: Hunting for mountain lions to close in lion management units 270 and 313

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) […]

When cool tricks have bad timing…

There is something so cool to watch people doing their thing with their skills…such as skiing. Watching people jump and […]

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.4.24

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

FWP News: Review process for fishing regulations to begin soon

Public meetings to be held around state HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host public meetings in each region […]

FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 391

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) […]

FWP News: Trapping for all otters to close in Region 2

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping of all otters will close in Region 2 the evening […]

The TRAIL to BIG SKY COUNTRY!!! by Montana Grant

What brings people to Montana? What brought you to Montana? Why do people return to Montana? Why do people leave […]

SLOP, GARBAGE, GOOP and SEWAGE!!! by Montana Grant

March 3, 2024

Outdoorsmen and women invent some unique and different meals when afield. After a long day on the water, in the […]

SIT ON IT!!! by Montana Grant

March 2, 2024

Fishing and hunting often require great patience. There can be a long time between seeing antlers or a few bites. […]

MT Outdoor Podcast: From Ice On to Ice Off and Beyond Brian Olson Helps You Find ‘em and Catch ‘em!

March 2, 2024

One of the most popular fishing reports on the Montana Outdoor Radio Show every Saturday morning is the Brian Olson […]

Kokanee Quin Talks Tartar Sauce

March 2, 2024

You know what’s an unsung hero of seafood dining? Good tartar sauce. Seriously, it’s like the ultimate sidekick for your […]

The Elk an the Lion

Mountain lions usually hunt alone and rely on their solitary nature to approach and ambush their prey without detection. However, […]

FWP News: Trapping for all otters to close in Region 4

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping of all otters will close in Region 4 the evening […]

Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brian Nelson 3.1.24

Fresno is 23% full and rising. I got blown off the reservoir yesterday. There was still about 2’ of ice […]

FANCY PANTS!!! by Montana Grant

There has been some feedback that some readers are tired of articles just about hunting and fishing. Hopefully they will […]

Sneak Peek: The Brian Olson Report on the Montana Outdoor Podcast

SNEEEEAK PEEK! Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect on the next Montana Outdoor Podcast this Saturday!

2024 Spring Mack Days-One Week Away!

The 2024 Spring Mack Days Fishing Event sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes is just around the corner. […]

Brett French reports: Technology aids search and rescue

Search and rescue calls in busy recreational areas like the Gallatin Valley have become more and more common. To assist […]

A day in the life of a Montana wolf trapper/hunter

Has wolf hunting and/or trapping in Montana been a bucket list item of yours? Are you wondering what it is […]

Mountain Bikers Pinned Down Mountain Lion After Attack

Some bicyclers in Washington state had a crazy experience while biking near Snoqualmie recently. Take a look at this: A […]

Hawk vs. Duck vs. Person

Would you have done the same thing Travis did in this video? View this post on Instagram […]

Bison Balls, Anybody?

Just when you thought your meatballs were the best, you find a recipe just. like. this….

FWP News: FWP game wardens seek information on suspected poaching near Gardiner

GARDINER – Game wardens with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks are seeking information on a suspected poaching near Mol Heron […]

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 2.27.24

Hi everyone, this is the upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for February 27, 2024. The data in this report […]

Tayler Michaels from JMO Podcast Fished Fort Peck through the Ice

Tayler Micheals from JMO Podcast went fishing on Fort Peck on a search for lake trout through the ice. He […]

Funny Hunting Memes Collection

February 27, 2024

With a lot of anti-hunters and/or anti-trappers in Missoula and other big cities across the state, we wanted to celebrate […]

WHEN THE BITE, BITES!!! by Montana Grant

February 27, 2024

Getting skunked when fishing is no fun. Sadly, it happens even to the best anglers. The good news is that […]

Moose chases skiers down ski hill

February 27, 2024

Remember that fake video of that grizzly bear chasing a snowboarder who didn’t know the bear was behind them? That […]

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.26.24

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

A Mountain Lion and its Meal

This mountain lion appears to be checking if anybody is working so it can show off its meal…or something. Mountain […]

The Beauty of the Bitterroot

For those of you not too familiar with the western side of the state, there is a slice of paradise […]

WHAT’S IN A MONTANA NAME? by Montana Grant

As the 4th largest American State, Montana does have a sense of humor. This is shown in the way that […]

Steelhead Harvest Report by Idaho Fish and Game

For those of you planning on steelhead fishing, are out after steelhead or are just curious–here is the latest from […]

MORE THAN BIG SKIES!!! by Montana Grant

February 25, 2024

Montana is certainly famous for our Big Skies”, but there are several other Big Sky Country nicknames. Montana is named […]

TIE EASY FIRST!!! by Montana Grant

Fly tying is an art. Not everyone can paint the Mona Lisa or tie a Royal Coachman. It takes dexterity, […]

THE LAST WET PLACE!!! by Montana Grant

Montana has many wet assets. There are 18 large rivers in our state. That adds up to 169,829 miles of […]

First Timers Ice Fishing with Uncle Matt from Mo Fisch Charters

Check out this awesome shot from Matt over at Mo Fisch Charters! Ryder and Duke Nash had an epic first-time […]

You have Questions? The Montana Outdoor Podcast has Answers!

Yeah, it is almost the start of a new license year for the Montana Outdoors. In less than a week […]

Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Bison Lasagna