Mar 4, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Mar 4, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Mar 3, 2024 · Angela Montana

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

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

Mar 2, 2024 · Angela Montana

SIT ON IT!!! by Montana Grant

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

Mar 2, 2024 · Angela Montana

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

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

Mar 2, 2024 · Angela Montana

Kokanee Quin Talks Tartar Sauce

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

Mar 1, 2024 · Angela Montana

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, […]

Mar 1, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Mar 1, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Mar 1, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

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!  

Feb 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

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. […]

Feb 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 29, 2024 · Angela Montana

Hawk vs. Duck vs. Person

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

Feb 28, 2024 · Angela Montana

Bison Balls, Anybody?

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

Feb 28, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 28, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 28, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 27, 2024 · Angela Montana

Funny Hunting Memes Collection

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

Feb 27, 2024 · Angela Montana

WHEN THE BITE, BITES!!! by Montana Grant

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

Feb 27, 2024 · Angela Montana

Moose chases skiers down ski hill

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

Feb 26, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 26, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 26, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 26, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 26, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 25, 2024 · Angela Montana

MORE THAN BIG SKIES!!! by Montana Grant

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

Feb 24, 2024 · Angela Montana

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, […]

Feb 24, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 24, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 24, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 24, 2024 · Angela Montana

Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Bison Lasagna

Today, Kokanee Quin is excited to share with you a very tasty bison lasagna recipe—it’s a real crowd-pleaser! Adapted from […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

Alert: Canyon Ferry Ice Update

We received an ice report from Scott the Painter, who does reports on Helena area waterways for us, about ice […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

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! […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 23, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 22, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 22, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 22, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 22, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 21, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 21, 2024 · Angela Montana

Perch Alfredo

Don’t think fried perch is the only way to enjoy your fresh perch.  Turn it into a full meal! Here’s […]

Feb 21, 2024 · Angela Montana

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. […]

Feb 20, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]

Feb 20, 2024 · Angela Montana

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 […]