Sep 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Stage 1 fire restrictions rescinded in Wheatland County
BILLINGS – Stage 1 fire restrictions have been rescinded for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks properties in Wheatland County. FWP properties […]
Sep 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Announcing the 2024 Montana Master Hunter Program
One Montana’s Master Hunter Program is accepting applications for the 2024 program beginning October 1, 2023 – November 30, 2023. […]
Sep 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Flathead Area Fishing Report by the Macman 9.4.23
Fishermen: The City Docks will not have Lake Trout for a month. Sausage setups will not work until then. Fish […]
Sep 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
The Burke Bow Hunting Way. Means Elk Down!
Nik Burke from Glasgow just seems to have a knack for finding elk! Here is a 40-yard heart pumping shot […]
Sep 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Partnership continues to promote hunter behavior
It’s up to us. Respect access. Protect the hunt HELENA – To promote the importance of hunter ethics and improved hunter […]
Sep 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: More than 88,000 watercraft inspected for aquatic invasive species
HELENA – So far this year, FWP and its partners have inspected more than 86,000 watercraft for aquatic invasive species. […]
Sep 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 9.10.23
The Western YNP rivers have finally cooled off! Montana Hebgen: Hebgen should begin to slow down as the weather continues to […]
Sep 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.11.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleyes are being caught in 20-25 feet of water north of White Earth on the west shore, around Confederate […]
Sep 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Savory Walleye Stew Recipe
With summer weather slowly changing to fall weather, some are probably looking for some winter comfort food. Well, take a […]
Sep 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
SMELLY HUNTERS!! by Montana Grant
Hunting camp is a fragrant place. Sweaty hunters can really stink up the place. Throw in the campfire smoke, poor […]
Sep 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
5 HOMEMADE FLY TYING TOOLS! by Montana Grant
Organization is key when tying flies. There are a lot of materials, hooks, beads, and spools everywhere. Keeping track of […]
Sep 9, 2023 · Angela Montana
TALK TO THE ANIMALS!!! by Montana Grant
Rocky Jacobsen is the greatest Bull Bugler and caller that I know. He is full of every sound, bark, chuckle, […]
Sep 9, 2023 · Angela Montana
ROW AWAY!!! by Montana Grant
Rowing a Drift Boat takes practice and training. These high-bowed boats can withstand big waves but can also end up […]
Sep 9, 2023 · Angela Montana
Montana Outdoor Podcast: Are You Bear Aware?
Bears are Getting Ready for Hibernation Right Now! Be Ready!! What Should You do if You Surprise a Bear? What […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Kokanee Bite on Bitterroot Lake is on Fire
The salmon bite is on fire on Bitterroot Lake, and so are the lakers in pre-spawn mode on Flathead Lake, […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bear aware education event in Billings September 14
Bear spray demonstrations, safety tips at home and afield BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a bear awareness […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
MIDNIGHT SCOUTING!!! by Montana Grant
Elk are often unpredictable but follow a routine and pattern. They are not as predictable as deer, but you can […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Close encounter archery hunting
Wishing archery hunters the best of luck this weekend!
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 9.7.23
Fresno is 30% full, inflow is 206 cfs and outflow is 535 cfs outflow. Walleye fishing is fair. Water is […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
BUNDT PAN TACO CAKE!!! by Montana Grant
Everyone loves Taco Time but serving them is often messy. Hard taco shells break easily, and the several bowls of […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Another not-so-smart move at Glacier National Park
Meanwhile, in Glacier National Park this summer, tourists were being tourists… View this post on Instagram A […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Ready to hunt but need breakfast first? Tune in to Hunters’ Breakfast!
Tune into Hunters’ Breakfast with the Captain for the latest in fishing and hunting reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Remembering a friendly fishing guide
Nate Plagmann was one of those outdoorsy guys we all envy. He was a fly-fishing guide, spending his summers on […]
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: YOUTH TRAP SHOOT, SAFETY REFRESHER SET FOR SEPT. 16 IN MILES CITY
Youth Trap Shoot, Safety Refresher set for Sept. 16 in Miles City Pre-registration required for free event previewing Youth Pheasant […]
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bull down? Yep…
Here’s a great archery shot posted by Kill Shot Central. Wow.
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Tourist approaches moose
It’s not looking good for humans in the future with so many presently doing things like this… Here’s a video […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Kick-off events scheduled around state for youth pheasant, waterfowl weekend
HELENA – The 2023 Youth Pheasant and Waterfowl Weekend is fast approaching, and several kick-off events are scheduled around the state. […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP accepting open water fishing contest applications
Deadline is November 1 HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is accepting open water fishing contests applications for the 2024 […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: GREAT FALLS HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
GREAT FALLS — An in-person hunter education course is now open for registration in Great Falls. There is no charge to […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
2012 Montana Archery Hunt Rewind
People complain a lot about technology, but this is pretty cool for this hunter from back in 2012 to have […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
People just don’t learn…
Tourists just past the border of Montana into western North Dakota feel the need to get Theodore Roosevelt National Park […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Fishing restrictions lifted on Madison and Sun rivers
HELENA – Effective today, hoot owl restrictions are lifted on all sections of the Madison River and Sun River. These were […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.5.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleyes are being caught in 20-25 feet of water between the Silos and White Earth along the west shore […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP seeking high school student for Future Fisheries citizen review panel
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking a current high school student to fill a two-year term on the […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Good luck, archery hunters
Wishing you all the best out there this season wherever you hunt! Be sure to check the regulations, as they […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
How to fillet a trout in 30 seconds or less
If you love rainbow trout, but you’re looking for a quicker and easier way to fillet them, let Dan Brooks […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Not a super smart thing to do
Not all national park mishaps involve wildlife. Many people die in national parks every year trying to get a good […]
Sep 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 9.3.23
Fall is knocking. Dust off those streamer boxes! Montana Hebgen: This is the prime time to fish Hebgen. Anglers on watercraft […]
Sep 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Salmon Fishing
Salmon fishing at Fort Peck can be a high-energy catching frenzy, while other times, it can be a calm and […]
Sep 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Simple Salmon Patties Recipe
If you have found success at Fort Peck getting after salmon, we have a recipe for you to try. Here […]
Sep 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Make sure you have good insurance while driving through YNP
It’s Labor Day, and Yellowstone National Park has been packed all weekend. Okay, so these people aren’t outside of their […]
Sep 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
PRARIE DOGGIN!!! by Montana Grant
Practiced Shooters often target more than paper and metal clangers at the rifle range. There is a point when shooters […]
Sep 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
5 PLACES EVERY FISHERMAN SHOULD FISH!!! by Montana Grant
Great fishing spots are always fun. The definition of “great” changes from angler to angler. For some it may just […]
Sep 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
BEFORE A RIVER RAN THROUGH IT… by Montana Grant
The inspirational movie, “And a River Runs Through It”, changed fly fishing forever. For lady anglers, any movie featuring the […]
Sep 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
LOOK MA, NO VISE!!! by Montana Grant
Most quality fly tiers require a vise to tie a fly. There are tons of vises available. The Thompson A […]
Sep 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: Is the Archery Elk Season Like a Singles Bar Scene!?
Is the Archery Elk Season Like a Singles Bar Scene!? This Week’s Guest on the Montana Outdoor Podcast Thinks so […]
Sep 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Angler kills grizzly bear in self-defense encounter
BOZEMAN – An angler killed a grizzly bear in self-defense this week in the Tom Miner Basin. The encounter happened […]
Sep 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: PORTIONS OF FLATHEAD, CLARK FORK RIVERS IN SANDERS COUNTY REOPENED; FIRE RESTRICTIONS RESCINDED
KALISPELL — Portions of the Flathead and Clark Fork rivers in Sanders County are reopened after being closed due to fire […]
Sep 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 9.1.23
Fresno is 36% full. Inflow is 405 cfs and outflow 790 cfs. I fished there Tuesday afternoon, fished the south […]
Sep 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
It’s Time for You to be 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 […]