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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: FWP Questions Answered
As the new license year for Montana Outdoors approaches, the deadline season kicks off, prompting anglers and hunters to renew […]
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23 foot battery-electric boat designed for wake sports
Lora Klodney recently wrote an article on cnbc.com spotlighting the launch of a new premium wake sport model by EV […]
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FWP News: Smith River permit drawing results available
Super Permit chances still on sale through March 22 GREAT FALLS – Did you draw a Smith River Permit? Check the […]
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HYALITE HEAVEN!!! by Montana Grant
The first thing that you notice when you get out of your truck, at the Hyalite Lake dam’ is nothing! […]
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Brett French reports: Yellowstone River concerns rise in wake of spill
Conservation groups and fishing outfitters have voiced their concerns in recent correspondence with the groups overseeing the cleanup of the […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.22.24
Fresno is 21% full. Most fishing is slow. For perch and crappie jig near the dam in as deep of […]
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Fwp News: Vehicle access temporarily prohibited at Gritty Stone Fishing Access Site
Walk-in access remains open BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has implemented a partial site closure at Gritty Stone […]
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FWP News: Hunter Education classes scheduled in Miles City
Online students ages 12-17 will need in-person field course MILES CITY – Two free in-person Hunter Education courses with field […]
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2024-2025 Non-Member Waterfowl & Upland Game Bird Hunting Draft Proposal
The Flathead Indian Reservation Advisory Board is seeking comments on the Draft 2024-2025Hunting Seasons, Shooting Hours and Limits for Migratory […]
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Save the date for MTSFW’s 14th Annual Pig Roast Banquet, April 20
Save the date! It’s a bit down the road, but we want you to mark your calendars early for this […]
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Ice angler recalls bizarre ice fishing memory
Have you ever drilled an ice hole while you were out ice fishing, and found a nice buck in the […]
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Perch Alfredo
Don’t think fried perch is the only way to enjoy your fresh perch. Turn it into a full meal! Here’s […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 2.20.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (February 20, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
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Maryland Angler Sets State Record with Monster Rainbow Trout
Here’s some news from a state that starts with M, but it isn’t Montana. A recent press release by Maryland […]
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Gila Bend, AZ Bighorn Sheep Poached–Reward Offered
According to a recent press release, the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Operation Game Thief is offering a reward of […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (02-20-2024)
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for February 20, 2024. The data discussed in this […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.20.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
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MAKING and LOSING FRIENDS!!! by Montana Grant
You would think that as much fun as hunting, fishing, and playing is, that others would enjoy doing them with […]
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Investigation Reveals Kansas Record Crappie Was Stuffed with Ball Bearings
Earlier this month, a Kansas fisherman vehemently criticized law enforcement authorities for confiscating his 2023 state-record crappie, asserting that he […]
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Rare Mountain Lion Carcass Discovered in Arkansas
A mountain lion was found deceased in the Sylamore Wildlife Management Area in northern Stone County, Arkansas. The adult male […]
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FWP News: Wolf hunting season closes in Region 3
The wolf hunting season in Region 3 will close a half hour after sunset on Monday, Feb. 19. The order […]
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FLY READY!!! by Montana Grant
Fly fishing has been around for centuries. The first fly rods were made of slender sticks or bamboo. Reels held […]
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OFFAL FISH!!! by Montana Grant
Fish guts are a by product of cleaning fish. The fish’s insides, skin, head, and fins need to be disposed […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Glendive, MT Gets Locked and Loaded
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to Andy Mansoor, CEO of Brixtel Defense along […]
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YOUR FAVORITE PART!!! by Montana Grant
Fishermen are certainly hooked, addicted, and connected to their sport. There are many things to celebrate about the sport of […]
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FWP News: Trapping for all marten has closed for all regions
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping of all marten has closed for all regions on Thursday, Feb. […]
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FWP News: Trapping and hunting for all bobcats to close in Regions 1 and 2
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping and hunting of all bobcats has closed in Regions 1 […]
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FWP News: New hunting, fishing and conservation license year begins March 1
Deer and elk permit application deadline is April 1 HELENA – The new license year opens March 1, which means that […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.16.24
Fresno is 22% full. For best results fish the remaining basin areas, near the dam may be your best bet. […]
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Grizzly bears in Florida?
People move to places like Florida because there aren’t grizzly bears there–oh, but there are. Take a look at this: […]
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WHAT A HOOT!!! by Montana Grant
Owls are a Montana thing. To the native peoples, owls had magical powers. The sight of an owl during the […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 2.15.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (February 15, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
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Dog Survives Mountain Lion Attack in Yard
This is not something any dog owner wants to see or hear. A dog in its own backyard was attacked […]
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2023-2024 Fishing License Valid through February
Reminder to purchase your 2024-2025 fishing license. Your 2023-2024 fishing license is valid for the rest of February.
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Glendive Gets Locked and Loaded
This week, on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale speaks with Andy Mansoor, CEO of Brixtel Defense along with two […]
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DYING ON THE ICE!!! by Montana Grant
No fish is worth dying over. The same is true when talking about hunting, backpacking, or any outdoor recreation adventure. […]
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Brett French reports: Upland bird proposals draw many comments
Amendments that would delay nonresident upland game bird hunting and dog training in Montana drew pages of comments from hunters. […]
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Venison Lasagna, Anybody?
Indulge in a twist on a classic favorite with this Venison Lasagna recipe. Savor the wild game essence in every […]
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FWP News: MONTANA STATE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD TO MEET FEBRUARY 26
HELENA – The Montana State Parks and Recreation Board will meet virtually through Zoom on Feb. 26 at 9:30 a.m. The meeting […]
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FWP News: Wolf trapping season set to close Feb. 15 in much of Montana
Closure mandated by court order, appeal pending HELENA – Wolf trapping season is set to close in Montana Fish, Wildlife […]
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Foiled! by Montana Grant
Aluminum foil is a wonderful and versatile product. It is produced in rolls but can be folded and flattened. I […]
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Bizarre string of events involving fish and tape result in juvenile facing legal actions
Imagine if you stopped at an ATM machine to grab some cash an discovered a fish taped to the screen…that […]
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FWP News: FWP reopens public comment period for draft grizzly bear and wolf management plans
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is reopening the public comment period for the 2024 Grizzly Bear Management Plan and […]
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Whitetail buck vs. coyote
While interactions between whitetail bucks and coyotes are not uncommon, bucks typically use their antlers and size to intimidate rather […]
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Getting your boat in the water is not easy for everybody…
There is a checklist of things you need to be aware of when you’re backing your boat into the water […]
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WHERE TO GO!? by Montana Grant
As we survive the Winter chill, many of us need to be thinking about Where To Go! I am not […]
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2024 Spring Mack Days-Just one month away!
Up to $225,000 in Cash and Prizes sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes will be awarded in the […]
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When you unexpectedly capture cool footage
Have you ever been filming something, and, all of the sudden, something happens that puts you at the right time […]
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FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet virtually February 16
HELENA – The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting scheduled for Feb. 16 will be held virtually only. The meeting will […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.12.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]