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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.19.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleyes are being caught from the Silos to Pond 4, Silos to Hole in the Wall, Duck Creek to […]
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Slaying the Big Ones with the “Slayer”
Bill Zahradka from Wolf Point took some buddies fishing on Father’s Day at Fort Peck. Todd Meek from Fort Wayne […]
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Fort Peck Family Magic
Oliver Kemp of Glasgow, 11 years old, went fishing with his Grandpa and Grandma, Jarrell and Robin Schock, at Fort […]
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A compilation of dumb
We all know it is touron season at national parks across the country..and even the world. But, here is a […]
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The Newsman Makes News on the Montana Outdoor Podcast!
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast Brett French Talks to The Captain and Downrigger about his over 30 years […]
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FWP News: Emergency fishing restrictions adopted for Big Hole, Beaverhead and Ruby rivers
Regulations aim to reduce angling impacts on low fish numbers HELENA – New emergency fishing regulations are in place for the […]
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Brett French reports: Invasion of the Idiots’ tracks Yellowstone ‘tourons’
If you have ever gone to Yellowstone National Park during one of its peak tourist times, you’ve probably seen someone […]
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Man vs. Bear
We don’t always know what is about to happen in life, and this guy has quite a story to tell […]
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The Catch of the Airwaves: Get Hooked on Catchin the Big Ones
Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
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FWP News: FWP accepting applications for ice fishing contests
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is accepting ice fishing contests applications for the 2023-2024 season. Participants must comply […]
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Walk it off…
Here’s what not to do when you’re trying to wrangle a fish — especially a bigger one. Click the image […]
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Deer snacks on snake
While deer are considered herbivores, they are not actually strict herbivores. Deer have been known to eat birds and even […]
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FWP News: Snowmobile Advisory Committee to meet June 23 in Helena
HELENA – The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Snowmobile Advisory Committee will meet in Helena on June 23, from 6 to […]
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FWP News: Fish for free over Father’s Day weekend
Be aware of changing and dangerous water conditions HELENA – Escape the summer heat and enjoy a cool adventure over Father’s […]
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FWP News: FWP seeks proposals for 2024 hunting license auctions
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Licensing Bureau is soliciting proposals from conservation organizations that are interested in conducting a […]
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First CWD case in Oklahoma
A press release on June 6, 2023 by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation tells about the first case of […]
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Wolves fish, too
The definition of fishing, according to Dictionary.com, is “the act of catching fish”. Wolves also fish from time to time, […]
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FWP News: Bowhunter Education class scheduled in Three Forks
Class to begin July 1 THREE FORKS – Volunteer instructors will teach a Bowhunter Education course in Three Forks early next […]
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Bear steals from Bakery
On the topic of bears, don’t forget to be bear aware if you live where bears are–even if you’re a […]
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Mama Bear Takes Dip!
Well, this is what happens when the weather gets warm in bear country, so just make sure you pay attention […]
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Georgetown Lake Fishing Report via Blackfoot River Outfitters 6.8.23
BRO gives Georgetown Lake a 5/5 for fishability! OUR TIPS OF THE WEEK: 1. Try a black balance leech with a […]
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Blackfoot River Fishing Report via Missoulian Angler 6.14.23
The rain, warm temperatures and great snowpack have finally caught up to us. We’ve been squeezing some decent fishing over […]
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Bitterroot River Fishing Report via Missoulian Angler 6.14.23
The Bitterroot spiked along the length of the river the last few days. High, brown and blown. The river should […]
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FWP News: Send Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks your best fishing photo and art
HELENA – Going fishing soon? Don’t forget your camera. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wants to feature your fun on the […]
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FWP News: FWP seeking public comment on two draft environmental assessments
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on a goldfish removal project and a parking access project. […]
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FWP News: Fort Peck Reservoir angler creel survey underway through September
Anglers can assist Fort Peck fisheries management by answering a few questions FORT PECK– Anglers on Fort Peck Reservoir this […]
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FWP News: Hunter kills grizzly bear in self-defense encounter in Madison Range
ENNIS – A hunter killed a grizzly bear in self-defense last week in the Madison Range southeast of Ennis. The person […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.12.23
Canyon Ferry: The walleye bite is back on with anglers finding success from Pond 4 to the Silos, around Duck Creek […]
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Ward Brothers Walleye Wrap-Up
What a week at Fort Peck! The Captain was joined by his brothers and nephew, Jon Ward, along with a […]
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21-inch bass and swimming antelope
Leah Rediske from Missoula caught a 21-inch bass and watched an antelope go for a swim in Fort Peck this […]
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Montana Outdoor Podcast: Montana’s Tackle Manufacturer Dick Zimmer
Does He Control Fish with His Mind, or Are the Lures He Makes Just Irresistible? This week on the Montana […]
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Tis the YNP Tourist Season: Play stupid games, win stupid prizes
Here we go again. Footage posted on social media has Yellowstone National Park officials looking for a man and the […]
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When two fish worlds collide
Bobbi Egeland, while fishing with hubby Craig, caught a whopper of a walleye. (According to Bobbi, Craig might need to […]
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Brett French reports: Corner crossing in Montana ‘unlawful’ FWP says
Last week, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks issued a press release saying corner crossing is illegal in Montana. For those […]
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Tune in for the exciting action of Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain and crew!
Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
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Ward Brothers Take It To the Limit on Fort Peck!
Richie Ward from Virginia, Pat Ward from Illinois and Dan Ward from South Dakota joined their brother, the Captain, at […]
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Cowboy vs. cow on the interstate
Wranglers do what they need to do to get the job done. This is a scene you think we would […]
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MT Statewide Fishing Report Compilation 6.7.23
Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]
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FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission makes adjustments to June 8 meeting agenda
HELENA – The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet June 8 in Helena at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks headquarters. […]
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FWP News: FWP’s biennial hunting season-setting process begins in June
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will kick off the biennial hunting season-setting process earlier to allow for more public […]
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FWP News: LOWER YELLOWSTONE RIVER PADDLEFISH UPDATE – 6.7.23
By 9 pm Tuesday June 6 the estimated paddlefish harvest for the yellow tag area (Yellowstone River and lower Missouri […]
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FWP News: TROUT DECLINE: FWP PROPOSES NEW REGULATIONS, INVESTS IN RESEARCH AND MONITORING
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks today announced new investments to research and monitor trout population declines in southwest Montana. […]
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Rock Creek Fishing Report by Grizzly Hackle – 6.6.23
Rock Creek Fishing Report + Rating 4/5 June 6, 2023 Salmonflies are out on Rock Creek below Ghillies bridge and […]
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Agenda item added to June 12 Parks and Outdoor Recreation Board meeting
HELENA – During its virtual meeting on June 12, the Montana State Parks and Outdoor Recreation Board will discuss administrative […]
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FWP News: FWP MOVING FORWARD WITH PROJECT TO IMPROVE ARCTIC GRAYLING HABITAT IN CENTENNIAL VALLEY
LIMA – In a joint decision with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and following a draft environmental assessment, […]
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Walleye Alfredo…yum!
If you’re reeling in eater walleyes, and you love fettuccine alfredo, then this recipe is for you!
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.5.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleye action has slowed up with the recent rainy weather. A few are being caught on bottom bouncers with green […]
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Southwest MT Fishing Report by Montana Angler 6.3.23
We’ve seen a large percentage of snow melt transfer to increased flows throughout most river systems. Conditions vary day to […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast: MT Bears are Moving in on Homeless Camps in Some Cities!
Montana Bears are Moving in on Homeless Camps in Some Cities! Cities Say This is NOT What They Had in […]
