Oct 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Hikers followed by two grizzly bears

It’s a fact–we live in grizzly bear country in this whole region up through Canada and into Wyoming. So, what […]

Oct 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Tender Antelope Stew Recipe

With all of the antelope hunting success we have seen in Montana this season, we wanted to share this recipe […]

Oct 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bringing the fish in

I suppose this is one way to get these fish to come to you… They definitely know how to target […]

Oct 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 10.18.23

Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]

Oct 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

THE 2023 CAPTAIN’S UPDATED AND REVISED HUNTER’S CHECKLIST

Opening day for Montana’s general rifle season for deer and elk is Saturday, October 21st  Remember to let someone know […]

Oct 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Grey Bear Fishing Access Site to be used as construction staging area

Public access remains open, temporary changes to parking BILLINGS – Grey Bear Fishing Access Site (FAS), located on the Yellowstone River […]

Oct 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Making the most of hunting

Check out this fantastic photo and video capturing the memorable moment when Montana huntress, Madison, embarked on a successful antelope […]

Oct 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update 10.17.23

Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for October 17th, 2023. The data discussed in this […]

Oct 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Easy and Tasty: BACON WRAPPED PRIMAL PORK TENDERLOIN STUFFED WITH VENISON SAUSAGE & CHEESE

If you are planning on having some venison sausage in your freezer this season, or if you already have a […]

Oct 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: HUNTER CHECK STATIONS, CWD SAMPLING STATIONS READY FOR GENERAL SEASON

HELENA – Big game hunter check stations will be in operation across Montana beginning this weekend and continue through the general […]

Oct 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

THE 2023 CAPTAIN’S UPDATED AND REVISED HUNTER’S VEHICLE CHECKLIST 

The Montana Deer and Elk general rifle season is Saturday October 21st. Your hunting rig can be your best friend […]

Oct 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: TURN IN POACHERS – CALL 1-800-TIP-MONT

HELENA – The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks toll-free hotline for reporting wildlife poaching, property damage, and violations of fish and […]

Oct 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Youth-only deer hunt comes just before general season opener

Montana’s annual youth-only deer hunt is set for Oct. 19-20 this year. The two-day youth hunt is open to: legally […]

Oct 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Bird hunters should be aware of highly pathogenic avian influenza in wild birds

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus was first detected in wild birds and domestic poultry in Montana in spring 2022. […]

Oct 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

YELLOWSTONE BLOODSTAINS!!! by Montana Grant

  Yellowstone National Park is not a zoo or outdoor playground. The animals are wild and not trained. There are […]

Oct 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP to host CWD sampling trainings in southwestern Montana

ree events will provide hands-on training for hunters BOZEMAN – Staff with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host three events […]

Oct 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 10.16.23

Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing has slowed down with a few being caught out from the Silos in the river channel in […]

Oct 16, 2023 · Angela Montana

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 10.16.23

The 2023 season is slowly wrapping up in the Greater Yellowstone Area  Montana Hebgen: The dry fly fishing on the lake […]

Oct 15, 2023 · Angela Montana

END OF THE ROAD!!! by Montana Grant

Roadkill is a sad reality of travelling along Montana highways. Interstates are particularly dangerous for wild critters. Some Big Sky […]

Oct 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

BAD TIMING!!! by Montana Grant

Hunting is about being in the right place at the right time. Some call this LUCK! All hunters wonder if […]

Oct 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

CAMP PILLOWS!!! by Montana Grant

Young hunters used to be able to sleep in the dirt, against a tree, without a blanket, and no pillow […]

Oct 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: What is a Master Hunter? A Hunter That is Very Skilled?

What is a Master Hunter? A Hunter That is Very Skilled? That is Knowledgeable? That is an Excellent Shot? You’re […]

Oct 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

Youngster Catches 13.2 Walleye. His First!

Kai Hinderager from Fort Shaw caught his first big fish while fishing with his dad, Ty, at Tiber Reservoir on […]

Oct 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

Great Day at Nelson Reservoir

Brian Olson from the Brian Olson Outdoor Report and the Captain from Montana Outdoor fished Nelson Reservoir on Friday and […]

Oct 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Fair weather for antelope season opener in south-central Montana

Harvest and hunter numbers similar to 2022, below long-term average BILLINGS – Fair weather across south-central Montana over the opening weekend […]

Oct 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

CANNED MEAT!!! by Montana Grant

No, I don’t mean the old vintage rock group called Canned Heat. I am talking about how to can your […]

Oct 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

Huson Hunter Harvested a Nice Antelope

Kamas Romney from Huson Montana had a great weekend hunting antelope. Congratulations, Kamas!

Oct 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

From Paradise Falls to Your Ears: Hunters’ Breakfast Brings the Outdoors to You

Tune into Hunters’ Breakfast with the Captain for the latest in fishing and hunting reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]

Oct 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 10.12.23

Fresno is 26% full, inflow 58 cfs outflow 40 cfs. Fishing is fair. Landing at dam is only usuable ramp […]

Oct 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

FALL FISH!!! by Montana Grant

Many Montana anglers have spent summer fly fishing. We have Caught and Released almost everything we caught. Some fly guys […]

Oct 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet October 19

HELENA – The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet Oct. 19 in at the State Capitol in room 317 and […]

Oct 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: California quail spotted near Billings

As bird hunters tromp through the hills, valleys and fields of Montana this fall, they could run into an unusual […]

Oct 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

Dog Leash Fishing?

Have you ever been dog leash fishing?  This guy might not be in Montana, but he is all about dog […]

Oct 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Reserve Your MT State Park Adventure

Looking to secure your spot at a Montana state park? We’ve streamlined the reservation process for your convenience! Simply click […]

Oct 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Boat Ramp Watching [VIDEO]

Have you ever watched somebody back their boat down the boat ramp and just laughed?  Well, this group is all […]

Oct 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update 10.10.23

Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for October 10th, 2023. The data discussed in this […]

Oct 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 10.10.23

Canyon Ferry: Walleye are being caught north of White Earth in 15 feet of water and between Confederate and Pond 1 […]

Oct 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

First Cast, First Salmon

Bob Shaffer from Missoula thought he would try his hand at salmon snagging on Fort Peck Monday. On his first […]

Oct 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

INCREASED BEAR ACTIVITY IN MISSOULA, BITTERROOT AND BLACKFOOT VALLEYS IS A REMINDER TO BE EXTRA BEAR AWARE RIGHT NOW

Secure bear attractants around home and be safe when outside recreating MISSOULA –Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has received an […]

Oct 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Fall Mack Days-Week 4 Update

Anglers have almost hit the half way mark of the 2023 Fall Mack Days Fishing Event sponsored by the Confederated […]

Oct 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

First Time Antelope Success!

Over the weekend, two first-time antelope hunters, Carter Stuart from Polson and Jaxon Gauer from Missoula, achieved impressive success by […]

Oct 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

OPENING DAYS!!! by Montana Grant

I never get tired of the next Opening Day. There are so many each year. Archery elk, Antelope, Upland birds, […]

Oct 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 10.8.23

West Yellowstone = Brown Town, USA! Montana Hebgen: The dry fly fishing on the lake is pretty much finished. Callibaetis/Chrironomid nymphs […]

Oct 8, 2023 · Angela Montana

BEST PHEASANT LOADS!!! by Montana Grant

Upland bird hunters have their own special shotshell loads. Some just go with what’s on sale at the local Bob […]

Oct 8, 2023 · Angela Montana

SEED SAVING TIME!!! by Montana Grant

 Fall means that our flowers and plants are on their way out. We have been able to enjoy them since […]

Oct 8, 2023 · Angela Montana

PULL THE TRIGGER!!! by Montana Grant

So many things in life will not happen until you pull the trigger. Having a child, buying a home, making […]

Oct 7, 2023 · Angela Montana

OUTHOUSE RULES!!! by Montana Grant

 Outhouses were the primary toilet accommodation, well into the 1960’s. Hunting and fishing camps still have outhouses for the morning […]

Oct 7, 2023 · Angela Montana

CAMP CUPS!!! by Montana Grant

A Camp Cup is an important accessory when heading afield, afloat, or on a campout. A Camp Cup has so […]

Oct 7, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: When You are out Sighting in Your Gun are You Wearing Hearing Protection?

When You are out Sighting in Your Gun are You Wearing Hearing Protection? If Not, You Could be Ruining One […]

Oct 6, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 10.5.23

Fresno seems to be holding at about 25% full. Most of the structure is out of or in very shallow […]