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Did You Know: The Ice-Cold Survival Skills of the Wood Frog
Not all tough Montanans wear flannel—some freeze solid for eight months and still wake up ready to party…
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.23.25
Windy, wet weather kept most anglers off the water last weekend, but those who ventured out found success….
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Trout Lake
Trout Lake may be small in size, but it’s legendary for monster trout, muddy mishaps, and fish so big they’ve broken rods, hearts, and a few family picnics. Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Anti-Hunters Plan to Kill Bears with Kindness in Florida
Anti-hunters are snapping up Florida bear tags not to hunt, but to hold — turning a very necessary and important wildlife management tool into a protest strategy…
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Kootenai River Fishing Report 6.20.25
With flows dropping, bugs popping, and trout getting grabby, this week’s Kootenai River update from Linehan Outfitting has everything you need—except the tug on your line…
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Sliders Slide Down Easy
When the outdoors calls, hungry sportsmen need fast, flavorful fuel—enter the mighty Slider: small, satisfying, and ready between bites and big moments… Read more from Montana Grant!
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Yellowstone Lessons
A lifelong angler’s journey begins in Yellowstone’s wild waters, where a patient mentor, a bamboo fly rod, and a legendary brown trout shaped a young boy’s fishing destiny.. Read more from Montana Grant!
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MT Outdoor Podcast: The Secret Side of State Parks
Think Montana’s State Parks run on tax dollars? This episode uncovers the surprising nonprofit making the magic happen behind the scenes.
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Hooked on Heavenly Walleye
This week, Kokanee Quinn reels in a campfire-worthy classic…
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Gated road blocks route to BLM’s Seven Blackfoot WSA
A controversial gate on a rugged Montana road has cut off public access to thousands of acres of wildlands… Read more from Brett French here.
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Surplus Central Flyway swan licenses available Monday
First-come, first-serve surplus swan licenses in the Central Flyway available soon…
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: State Parks’ Best-Kept Secret
Think you know who runs Montana’s State Parks? Think again—the new MT Outdoor Podcast episode reveals the surprising nonprofit powering some of the coolest stuff behind the scenes. Check out this sneak peek!
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Trout Cheese Ravioli and Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
The perfect trout summer salad has arrived!!
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Jefferson River Fishing Report 6.18.25
The Jefferson is now low and warming after runoff—perfect timing to get away from the crowds…
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Hoot-owl restrictions take effect today on section of Madison River
Be aware of hoot-owl restrictions in effect today…
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All My Rowdy Friends Have…
Once reserved for sailors and soldiers, tattoos are now as common as fishing stories—and just as questionable. Read more from Montana Grant here!
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Yellow, green tag paddlefish seasons end with estimated 755 fish harvested
The 2025 yellow and green tag paddlefish season wrapped up June 15…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 6.18.25
Walleye action is heating up in the weeds, pike are crushing baits in the new growth, and lake trout are biting deep…
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Lodgepole man charged with poaching deer and elk in Blaine and Phillips Counties–
A Lodgepole man faces multiple charges after a major poaching investigation uncovered headless deer and elk illegally killed and sold for antlers in Blaine and Phillips Counties.
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Upper Madison Fishing Report 6.17 – 6.23
The Upper Madison is lit—Salmonflies are flying, trout are biting, and June snowstorms come with hand warmers and hogs on the line…
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Fish Trip Sandwich
When the bite slows down, it’s sandwich time—so make it one worth remembering… Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Just a Reminder That Bison Are Not Babysitters
If your family photo op involves a toddler and a wild bison, it is safe to say the bison is not the problem…
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The Rise of Tiber–the Walleye Giant
Tiber Reservoir is evolving and is now a full-blown walleye heavyweight…
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The One Best Fishing Spot
Every angler has that one magical day on the water—and just maybe, that one Honey Hole that’s never quite the same again.
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N.A.T.C.A 40TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT WESTERN CANADA/U.S. JULY 9, 10 & 11, 2025
Trappers, traders, and collectors—N.A.T.C.A. is turning 40, and you’re invited to the ultimate campout bash in Florence!
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German Shepherd Takes on Wolf at Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone Insight guide captures some interesting photos during a park tour…
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Milk River Project Update 6.16.25
A dry Milk River in Alberta is a stark reminder: when the St. Mary system fails, the impact isn’t just local—it’s international…
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Sign-up for surplus licenses, over-the-counter B licenses now available
Hunters: Sign up now for Montana’s Surplus List to claim leftover Deer B and Elk B licenses—first come, first emailed!
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A Father’s Day Catch That’ll Be Tough To Top
When a 6’1”, 225-pound man says a fish made him look small—you know that is one heck of a catch!
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.16.25
From Canyon Ferry to Holter, walleye and rainbow bites are heating up..
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Fish Fry Sweet Side
Crispy, golden, and just sweet enough—these campfire-approved sweet potato fries are the perfect sidekick to your fresh catch… Read more from Montana Grant here…
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Fishing with Battleships
When Montana’s legendary Salmon Fly hatch erupts, the fish go wild—and so do the mishaps, so watch yer back cast! More from Montana Grant here..
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Smallmouth Time
Looking for a hard-fighting fish, clean water, and a cooler full of dinner? The Clearwater River’s smallmouth bass bite is on—and it’s time to cast. More from Montana Grant here…
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Remember That Whirlpool Last Week? Are Fish Attracted to Those?
Fresno’s swirling, fish are stressing—so Rigger called Cody Nagel!
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Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 6.12.25
Runoff’s done, bugs are poppin’, and the Madison’s on fire!
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Drawing results available for elk B, deer B, antelope 900, sandhill crane and swan
Drawing results are posted!
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A perfect storm of problems for popular Boulder River road
Two counties, one busted road, and a whole lot of finger-pointing… Read more from Brett French here.
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Upper Salmon River Chinook update – 6.12.25
Chinook update: A bigger stretch of river may open—if the numbers hold….
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Cold but fun at Colstrip Kids Fishing Day
Blustery weather, big smiles—Colstrip kids cast off for Fishing Day!
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Exclusive Sneak Peek: What’s Up with Fresno and Nelson?
From whirlpools to Paddlefish: this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast episode dives deep. Here’s your exclusive sneak peek!
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Big Fish Busters
When your vintage lure hooks everything from monster trout to midnight bats, you know Fred Arbogast was onto something—just watch out for winged bycatch… More from Montana Grant here!
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 6.11.25
From walleye in the shallows to salmon in the deep, fishing action is heating up across the board….
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St. Mary Diversion Dam Builds Momentum
Progress isn’t just at the siphon—big things are pouring ahead at the St. Mary Diversion Dam too…
