Jun 21, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 6.21.24
Fresno is 85% full. Inflow 456 cfs & outflow 709 cfs. Walleye & northern fishing is good. Pull bottom bouncer […]
Jun 21, 2024 · Angela Montana
When fishing turns freaky…
Nature always has a way of surprising us. Keep your eyes peeled on your next catch – you never know […]
Jun 21, 2024 · Angela Montana
DON’T FEED THE DUCKS!!!
Humans are always trying to help wildlife when we shouldn’t. Feeding wild critters is never a good idea. Biology and […]
Jun 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
Three-Week Fort Peck Dam Forecast
Here’s the three-week release and lake level estimation forecast for the Fort Peck Dam. Rain or shine, we have you […]
Jun 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 MT Spring Bear Down
Congratulations to Ryan Brekke who tagged his 2024 Spring Bear with Shaeleen Ready! They posted the photos on Hunt Montana‘s […]
Jun 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Meets with Reliable Steel Erectors
Check this out! The Montana Outdoor Podcast discovered an awesome way to live and store your outdoor toys. This week, […]
Jun 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
MENTORS!!! by Montana Grant
Every great sportsman wasn’t just hatched or born. Someone needed to help them become hooked. Unselfish Mentors gave them knowledge […]
Jun 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Drawing results available for elk B, deer B, antelope, crane and swan
HELENA – Eager to finalize your fall hunting plans? The drawings for elk B, deer B, antelope 900, crane and […]
Jun 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
Oh DEER!
Can you imagine sitting in your living room and a deer busts through your window–and then you check your cameras […]
Jun 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
When to stop and when not to stop
Grizzly bear attacks on humans riding motorcycles, while rare, can be extremely dangerous. These incidents usually occur when riders inadvertently […]
Jun 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bear safety training event happening in Bozeman
BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff will host a free bear safety event next week to offer training and […]
Jun 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
MINING GEMS!!! by Montana Grant
The Treasure State of Montana is known for its wonderful gems. Yogo Sapphires, Gold, silver, amethyst, agates, geodes, and so […]
Jun 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Sign-up for surplus drawing licenses begins June 19
HELENA – Starting tomorrow, June 19, hunters can sign up for the Surplus License List, which is a list of leftover […]
Jun 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
Glendive Police Chief Jeremy Swisher Under Investigation for Alleged Hunting Violations and Witness Tampering
Glendive Police Chief Jeremy Swisher might face felony charges for alleged hunting violations and witness tampering. He’s accused of illegally […]
Jun 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
The Cheating Doesn’t Stop with Fishing
According to a press release by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, six guys were busted for allegedly cheating […]
Jun 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP HEADQUARTERS TO BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC ON JUNE 19
HELENA – The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Headquarters Building, located at 1420 East 6th Avenue in Helena, will be closed […]
Jun 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
When Too Close is Too Close
Today is International Picnic Day. This is a reminder not to ever have a picnic near a bull elk–and if […]
Jun 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
Sharing your campsite
Cats like camping, too! Has this ever happened to you? Apparently, this family chose the wrong campsite… View this […]
Jun 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
Montana Wildlife Everywhere
You don’t always have to be looking for wildlife while you’re out and about, but sometimes, it literally walks right […]
Jun 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.17.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye action is improving with anglers finding success around White Earth, between the Silos and Pond 4 and from […]
Jun 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
RIPPLES!!! by Montana Grant
We have all thrown a rock into a pond and watched the ripples and rings flow outward from the center. […]
Jun 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
A Dose of Dumb for Your Monday
Here is a dose of dumb to start off your week!
Jun 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
One Determined Mountain Lion
Mountain lions are fascinating creatures with some impressive traits. These excellent hunters are most active at dawn or dusk, showcasing […]
Jun 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
Young angler with Nice Walleye
Despite the cold and windy weather conditions at Fort Peck this weekend, Matthew Moline from Lewistown managed to catch a […]
Jun 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
FLY FREE!!! by Montana Grant
Montana flies can be a Big Sky Pain in the Butt. As the weather warms, flies emerge and often move […]
Jun 15, 2024 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: Don Wilkins Great Fisherman, Awesome Guide Teaches with Technology
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast we continued our series about learning waterways and species of fish that are […]
Jun 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Grill Grenades!
It’s grilling season, and Kokanee Quinn found the perfect recipe for all the outdoor chefs! Check out this Grill Grenade […]
Jun 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
Joint News Release: Cutthroat trout conservation project continues in upper Shields River watershed
WILSALL – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, in collaboration with the Custer Gallatin National Forest, will begin additional phases of an […]
Jun 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
Friday Dummy Reel
Well, it’s Friday, so why not watch some people being ridiculously ignorant on your phone or computer? Here you go: […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
Dipping a Double
This angler was netting his bass when he accidentally scooped up another big bass with it! What are the odds […]
Jun 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
Restrictions and Closures
If you need a refresher on what is closed or you’re looking for restrictions, take a look at this page […]
Jun 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
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, […]
Jun 11, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 11, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 11, 2024 · Angela Montana
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, […]
Jun 10, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]
Jun 10, 2024 · Angela Montana
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 […]