Jun 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 6.6.24
Fresno is 95% full. Inflow 424 cfs & outflow 500 cfs. It was a very windy last couple days on […]
Jun 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Sneak Peek: Downrigger Dale gets the fishing secrets from Scott Collinsworth from Fort Peck Marina!
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, hosts Downrigger Dale and the Captain of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show chat […]
Jun 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Almost Losing an Eyeball
Wow – talk about a close call!!! Nevermind shooting your eye out, but how about a bird’s beak poking your […]
Jun 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Rainy May boosts upper Missouri River runoff
Parts of Montana received more than 200% of their normal precipitation for the month of May, according to the U.S. […]
Jun 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Celebrating National Donut Day with Gma’s Donuts in Elk Camp
We are celebrating National Donut Day with a recipe for hunting camp! We have the perfect donut recipe to satisfy […]
Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Paddlefish harvest at 536 fish
Anglers, please remember that paddlefish harvest reporting is required within 48 hours of harvest! Reporting can be accomplished by checking […]
Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery update 6.6.24
Hi all, Thanks again for your interest in Idaho’s Chinook fisheries and the upper Salmon River. Since last weeks’ update, […]
Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
Lightning Strikes
Lightning striking vehicles is a rare but it does happen, and it can be dangerous. Here are some important cautionary […]
Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
Brawling Elk – Front Row Seats
It’s pretty cool to see elk in general, especially when you’re hunting them, however sometimes they like to put on […]
Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
When the Weather Turns Really Bad
Well, this is exactly what you do not want to happen when you park your boat… A sudden tornado formed […]
Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
BRAGGING RIGHT!!! by Montana Grant
Hunters and fishermen have a language all their own. There are many words that we use, when taken in perspective, […]
Jun 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 6.5.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (June 3, 2024) The walleye bite continues to […]
Jun 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bowhunter Education opportunities in south-central Montana
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks volunteer instructors have scheduled a Bowhunter Education course in Roundup June 20—23 and field […]
Jun 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Summer astronomy events at Pictograph Cave State Park
Yellowstone Valley Astronomy Association to share knowledge and equipment BILLINGS – Pictograph Cave State Park, in partnership with the Yellowstone Valley […]
Jun 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
When something looks off in the elk herd…
Something looks weird about this elk herd….
Jun 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
PROTECT YOUR PARK!!! by Montana Grant
Parking at trailheads and at access sites has become a hotspot for break ins. Sadly, losers and thieves’ prey on […]
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Deadline to purchase SuperTag chances is June 30
HELENA – Hunters have until June 30 to purchase a chance for a SuperTag for the 2024 hunting season. Eight […]
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Marias River Wildlife Management Area deer hunting access permit drawing now open
Deer hunters must apply for access to WMA by June 30 Deer hunters must apply for access to WMA by […]
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Black bear hunting closes in several districts
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears have closed in the following […]
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
When critters attack…
Sometimes, those pesky critters just come out of nowhere and attack–until Mom shows up!
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
Venison Tater Tot Casserole
Turn your venison into comfort food. What is not to love about tater tots, cheese and venison?
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
When Rabbits Turn Snakes Into Food
This rabbit is relentless!
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
LOST!!! by Montana Grant
Fishermen may catch some fish but at what expense? The tackle used today is expensive and abundant. We never have […]
Jun 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 6.3.24
Montana Hebgen: *Not much has changed on the Lake since last week* – The lake should begin to start fishing better […]
Jun 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP Paddlefish Update 6.3.24
Paddlefish total near 513 fish in week 3After three weeks of the yellow tag paddlefish season, the estimated total harvest […]
Jun 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
All About Zander
A few people have reached out about zander recently, so we wanted to share some information about these fish which […]
Jun 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
THE RIVERS are HALF FULL!!! by Montana Grant
Fishing has boatloads of great metaphors that reflect on our lives. When things get tough, “take another cast, change baits, […]
Jun 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
Bullet Flies near Fishermen
Well, that was disturbing. Has this ever happened to you?
Jun 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.3.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye action continues to be good while using bottom bouncers with green spinner blades with worms or leeches in […]
Jun 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
FINAL Results for the 2024 Rock Creek Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck
The results are in, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share the news with you! A huge congratulations to […]
Jun 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
ONE, BEST CAST!!! by Montana Grant
Make your first cast the best cast. This is true whether you are fly fishing, spin fishing, or chucking bait. […]
Jun 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
Day One Leaders: Rock Creek Walleye Tourney on Peck
Sixty teams are battling it out in the Rock Creek Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck. Leading the pack on day […]
Jun 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: Downrigger Talks with Neal Cote’ on Western Montana’s Top Fishing Waters
The Waterways of Western Montana! Few Know Them Better Than Neal Cote’ of Bite Me Flies and He Tells Us […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
Cooking with Kokanee Quin: It’s Turkey Schnitzel Time!
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Kokanee Quin’s latest culinary find: a mouthwatering turkey schnitzel recipe! This recipe […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery update by Greg Schoby 5.31.24
Hi everyone, Just wanted to send a quick follow up to last weeks’ email update. As I said in that […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: New quota changes go into effect June 1 for black bear hunters
Starting June 1, black bear seasons in several bear management units (BMU) will be subject to a new quota process […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Consumption advisory for sucker fish species on Yellowstone River below Billings
Women of reproductive age and young children advised to not consume the nongame fish species BILLINGS – The Fish Consumption […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
TRUMP LAST YEARS TOMATOES!!! by Montana Grant
Tomatoes are a tasty garden crop that is so useful, and fun. Every year I try to Trump last years […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
Sneak Peek: Fishing Secrets Revealed by Neal Cote on MT Outdoor Podcast
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale chats with Neal Cote’ from PikeWhisper.com and Bite Me Flies. Neal’s […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
When a playful prank on the young fisherman is too hard to resist
There’s something magical about seasoned fishermen taking kids out for a day of fishing. Whether they are experienced or a […]
May 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
Walleye Catch and Release at Fort Peck
Fred Stingley and his 13-year-old step-grandson, Pete Ramsey, from Louisiana, had a fantastic fishing adventure on Tuesday with the Captain. […]
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP seeking input on proposed suppression of lake trout in Swan Lake to benefit bull trout, kokanee populations
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public input on a proposal to reduce the lake trout population in Swan […]
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
It was Family and Friend Week at Fort Peck
The Captain had two of his brothers, Pat and Dan Ward, plus hometown buddies Don Cyre and Dick Donley, visit […]
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Exhibit honors early Yellowstone women
By 1926, Yellowstone National Park boasted five women rangers. That was pretty progressive considering the United States had only granted […]
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 5.30.24
Fresno is 96% full. Inflow 483 cfs & outflow 588 cfs. Walleye and northern fishing is good. Best method is […]
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
Beary Surprising to See in a Laundromat
Are the Berenstain Bears real, and did their washer and dryer at home break? Or is one of them away […]
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
The Coolest Guy at the Boat Ramp
When you’re the coolest set up at the boat ramp, nobody has to tell you that you are—-you just know…
May 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
It’s Almost Time for the 21st Annual Canyon Ferry Carp Safari
The Montana Bowhunters Association will host the 21st Annual Canyon Ferry Carp Safari on June 8th, 2024 on Canyon Ferry […]
May 29, 2024 · Angela Montana
Can of Bear Spray Saves Man’s Life During Grizzly Attack
Have you ever heard of bear spray saving somebody’s life during a grizzly bear attack but not from the actual […]
May 29, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Great Falls Family Fishing Day June 8
The event is typically the largest fishing clinic in the state and features a series of short educational stations GREAT […]