Nov 3, 2023 · Angela Montana

A BUCK or BULL TOO FAR? by Montana Grant

I was talking to some long-range deer/elk hunters the other day. They were bragging about their “Long Shots”. Some of […]

Nov 3, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.2.23

Fresno is 25% full. Inflow 10 cfs and outflow 30 cfs. With the poor weather this week I did not […]

Nov 3, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: HUNTING REGULATIONS MEETING SCHEDULED FOR LEWISTOWN ON NOV. 13

GREAT FALLS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host a meeting in Lewistown to present proposed hunting regulations for 2024/2025 […]

Nov 3, 2023 · Angela Montana

Join us for breakfast during 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 […]

Nov 2, 2023 · Angela Montana

13 years old with a Bull Elk

13-year-old Cole Koon from Helena tagged a very nice bull this season. Way to go, Cole!

Nov 2, 2023 · Angela Montana

MR. CORKSCREW!!! by Montana Grant

Deer come in all shapes and sizes. Mutations are not uncommon. All deer can have unique and unusual characteristics. This […]

Nov 2, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunting for all bighorn sheep to close in Hunting District 502

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all bighorn sheep will close in Hunting District […]

Nov 2, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: Wyoming warden report reveals unusual tales

Each year the Wyomging Game and Fish Department publishes an annual warden report. The document contains a variety of information, […]

Nov 2, 2023 · Angela Montana

Coyote vs whitetail…on a golf course

You just never know what will happen when you play golf, and wildlife will not stop and wait until you […]

Nov 2, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bull elk lock antlers during fight [VIDEO]

It’s a bummer to see these big guys getting stuck together and not being able to get unstuck! It’s nice […]

Nov 1, 2023 · Angela Montana

Hard Water Fishing–Coming Soon?

Most of the state got some snow already, but who is ready for some ice fishing?  We have some time […]

Nov 1, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP launches new migratory bird stamp, issues call for submissions

HELENA – To highlight the importance of wetland conservation, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is launching a new Migratory Bird Stamp. […]

Nov 1, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunting for all mountain lions to close in Lion Management Unit 280

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all mountain lions will close in Lion Management […]

Nov 1, 2023 · Angela Montana

R1: NORTHWEST MONTANA CHECK STATION RESULTS: GENERAL HUNTING SEASON ENTERS SECOND WEEK

KALISPELL — Montana’s general hunting season is in full swing, and hunters are experiencing the arrival of winter weather in northwest […]

Nov 1, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Lottery chances available for trophy bison hunt on the Blackfeet Reservation

HELENA – Those interested in entering a lottery for a guided trophy bison hunt on the Blackfeet Reservation will have five […]

Nov 1, 2023 · Angela Montana

R5: COLD, SUNNY WEATHER AND LOW HUNTER TURNOUT IN SOUTH-CENTRAL MONTANA FOR WEEK TWO

BILLINGS – Hunter turnout throughout south-central Montana over the second weekend of the big game general season was below average. However, […]

Oct 31, 2023 · Angela Montana

ALWAYS IN TOUCH!? by Montana Grant

Cellphones have changed so much about human behavior and our culture. At one time, not so long ago, our outside […]

Oct 31, 2023 · Angela Montana

R2: DEER AND ELK HUNTER CHECK STATION TOTALS TRACKING JUST ABOVE FIVE-YEAR AVERAGE IN WEST-CENTRAL MONTANA

MISSOULA – After the first two weekends of big game season, west-central Montana hunter check stations are collectively reporting elk […]

Oct 31, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bear vs. Bear Reflection

Just as some costumes might end up scaring you, this bear saw something that freaked it out. Check this out:

Oct 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: DRAFT GRAY WOLF CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT PLAN

FWP solicits public comment on a draft plan and environmental impact statement to guide the long-term management and conservation of […]

Oct 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Fall Mack Days: Week 7 Results

Week seven of the 2023 Fall Mack Days Fishing Event on Flathead Lake ended with a total of 14,255 lake […]

Oct 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

BUCK FEVER!!! by Montana Grant

You arrived at your favorite stand at sunrise. Just as you settle in, you see antlers. All the preparation, planning, […]

Oct 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

12 Year-Old Gets a Buck

In a testament to youthful determination and the tradition of hunting, 12-year-old Moxen Ophus, from Lewistown, achieved a remarkable feat […]

Oct 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bull elk DOWN–Captain UP

Sunday morning was blessed in more ways than one today for the Captain.  Up at 6, bull down by 8! […]

Oct 29, 2023 · Angela Montana

IF IT DOESN” T KILL YOU… by Montana Grant

Wildlife in the Wild can take your life. Not all the critters in nature are from Disneyland. Many are just […]

Oct 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

BEAN MEAN!!! by Montana Grant

Hunters, campers, fishermen, and pioneers survived on BEANS! Boiled, baked, raw, mashed, or in soups and stews. Sacks of beans […]

Oct 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: Hunters! Do You Want More Hunting Access to Private Land?

Hunters! Do You Want More Hunting Access to Private Land? Listen to This Week’s Podcast. That Access is Closer to […]

Oct 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

BULL STROGANOFF!!! by Montana Grant

Big Game has many great recipes. One important thing to consider is finding ways to make the meat more tender […]

Oct 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: Fishing reg changes worry 2 commissioners

Proposed changes to fishing regulations on southwestern Montana rivers concerned two Fish and Wildlife Commissioners at a recent meeting. As […]

Oct 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunters can thank landowners through new portal on FWP website

HELENA – In Montana, many landowners allow hunting on their lands with permission or as part of a Fish, Wildlife & […]

Oct 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Region 6 Fisheries Friday, Oct. 27, 2023

Fisheries and hatchery staff at Fort Peck concluded their annual Chinook salmon collection egg-taking efforts this week. A total 809,530 […]

Oct 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

HOW FAR CAN YOU SHOOT? by Montana Grant

Rifles and shotguns can travel very long ranges. Handguns and pistols also have enough energy to travel over a mile […]

Oct 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

Hooked on Success: Oregon Angler’s Extraordinary Victory in Tackling Problmeatic Fish

In the state of Oregon, an angler recently achieved an awe-inspiring feat, demonstrating not only their love for fishing but […]

Oct 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

Let’s talk hunting together during 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 […]

Oct 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: YOUTH TRAPPING SKILLS CLASS SCHEDULED IN KALISPELL

KALISPELL – A free youth trapping skills course in Kalispell is open to registration. This course is part of Montana Fish, […]

Oct 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 10.26.23

The past week has been a return of an early winter. No one I know has fished this week. Last […]

Oct 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

R4: Opening weekend hunter success slightly above average in north-central Montana

Warm and dry weather greeted hunters for the opening weekend of Montana’s general hunting season on Saturday. GREAT FALLS – Warm […]

Oct 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

Wildlife should not be considered pets

This is exactly what NOT to do to wild animals.

Oct 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP to hold additional regional meetings to discuss 2023 Montana Gray Wolf Conservation and Management Plan

HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently release a draft plan and environmental impact statement to guide the long-term management […]

Oct 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP game wardens seek information on deer shot and wasted in Stillwater County

BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a mule deer buck found shot and wasted […]

Oct 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER.  Fence pull at Yellowstone Wildlife Management Area October 27

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER.  Fence pull at Yellowstone Wildlife Management Area October 27 FWP, conservation […]

Oct 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

R3: General season opens with mild weather, average hunter success in southwestern Montana

BOZEMAN – Montana’s general hunting season kicked off on Saturday with below-average hunter participation and near-average hunter success in many areas […]

Oct 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

MTSFW 14th Annual Pig Roast Fundraiser

Mark your calendars, folks!  We know this is still a few months away, but we want you to make sure […]

Oct 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

One tough buck

What do you think happened to this buck?

Oct 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update 10.24.23

Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for October 24th, 2023. The data discussed in this […]

Oct 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunter kills grizzly bear in close encounter in Gravelly Range

A hunter killed a grizzly bear Saturday during a close encounter in the Gravelly Range. ENNIS – A hunter killed a […]

Oct 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

R5: Warm weather, mixed results for opening weekend in south-central Montana

BILLINGS – Warm, mild weather across south-central Montana led to mixed hunter numbers and success for the 2023 big game general […]

Oct 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bull down by Bill

Bill Couch from the Mission Valley shot a nice bull while hunting in southwest Montana. Way to go, Bill!

Oct 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

11-year-old bags a really nice buck

Taden Sundeem from Fort Peck shot this really nice buck while hunting with his dad, Tom, and Andrew Johnson by […]

Oct 23, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunting for all mountain lions to close in Lion Management Unit 411

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all mountain lions will close in Lion Management […]