Aug 31, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Governor proclaims September Bear Aware Month

Educational activities planned around state HELENA – As grizzly bear populations and distribution increase across Montana, it’s more important than ever […]

Aug 31, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: Old family boat tests restoration skills

It’s crazy how a machine can embody so much emotion. In this case, I’m referring to my dad’s 1970s Buehler […]

Aug 31, 2023 · Angela Montana

Another Fishing Fail Compilation

When you like to see that you’re not alone in doing silly things while fishing…

Aug 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: 2023 UPLAND GAME BIRD FORECAST

Destination: NORTHWEST MONTANA Pheasant hunting on the Ninepipe Wildlife Management Area near Ronan and surrounding area could be positive compared to […]

Aug 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: 2023 HUNTING SEASON DATES

2023 Big game hunting seasons Pronghorn 900 series        Aug. 15–Nov. 12 Archery           Sept. 2–Oct. 6 General           Oct. 7–Nov. 12 Bighorn […]

Aug 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: 2023 BIG GAME HUNTING FORECAST

HELENA – Are you ready for hunting season? FWP can help. In addition to the following hunting forecast, FWP provides online information about […]

Aug 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

A very hungry seagull

For all of the seagull lovers out there:

Aug 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY TO ACCESS AND CROSS COCHRANE DAM

GREAT FALLS – Bicyclists and hikers will have a unique chance to access and cross over the Missouri River at Cochrane […]

Aug 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 8.29.23

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

Aug 30, 2023 · Angela Montana

Stay safe on the water…

There is still some time left to recreate on the water, and we don’t want you limping around (or worse) […]

Aug 29, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Arapooish and Swinging Bridge fishing access sites reopen

Maintenance work completed after flood damages BILLINGS – Arapooish and Swinging Bridge fishing access sites (FASes) have been reopened for full […]

Aug 29, 2023 · Angela Montana

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.27.23

When fishing’s tough, switch it up! Montana Hebgen: This is the prime time to fish Hebgen. Anglers on watercraft and wading […]

Aug 29, 2023 · Angela Montana

A 1200-mile trip to catch the big ones

Richard and Sheri Russell made a 1200-mile round trip drive to Fort Peck from Southeast Idaho last week and came […]

Aug 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Increased enforcement on improper wildlife attractant storage in Red Lodge

City officials, FWP working together on ongoing issue RED LODGE – The City of Red Lodge and Montana Fish, Wildlife & […]

Aug 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Grizzly bear killed by Whitefish men in self defense

A pair of Whitefish men killed a grizzly bear in self-defense last weekend in the Whitefish Range north of Whitefish. […]

Aug 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

Sunday with the Slayer on Fort Peck

The Captain jumped in Bill Zahradka’s “The Salmon Slayer’s” Time Off Boat on Sunday along with Ken Ault from Missoula […]

Aug 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.28.23

Canyon Ferry:  Walleye and perch are being caught in 10-15 feet of water between Duck Creek and Pond 1 and between […]

Aug 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

Underwater view of salmon fishing [VID]

Wondering what it looks like underwater when you have a salmon chasing you?  Matt Hofer from Choteau shared this video […]

Aug 28, 2023 · Angela Montana

Salmon Loaf Recipe

If you have been one of the anglers out there reeling in the salmon, then here’s a recipe for you.  […]

Aug 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

5 FLIES THAT SHOULD BE IN YOUR FLY BOX!!! by Montana Grant

This is a hard choice. How can any fly guy pick just 5 flies?  Most fly guys have dozens of […]

Aug 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

Pigweed! by Montana Grant

Pigweed sounds delicious, doesn’t it? You might be surprised to know that this common weed is one of Earth’s most […]

Aug 27, 2023 · Angela Montana

A THIRD LEG!!! by Montana Grant

Hikers and fishermen know exactly what I am talking about. Whether you call it a cane, walking stick, hiking pole, […]

Aug 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Mountain Lion spotted in Lockwood

FWP received a report of a mountain lion in Lockwood on the afternoon of Tuesday, Aug. 22. At this time, […]

Aug 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

MT Outdoor Podcast: Big Lake, Big Fish!

The Montana Outdoor Podcast Heads to Flathead Lake in Search of Knowledge About Finding & Catching Huge Lake Trout and […]

Aug 26, 2023 · Angela Montana

Salmon firsts for two anglers

Greg and Cindy Foley from Kalispell listened to the Slayer Podcast on salmon fishing and decided to go fishing Fort […]

Aug 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Trapper education field day set for September 30 in Billings

Certification required to purchase Class C Trapping License BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host a trapper education field […]

Aug 25, 2023 · Angela Montana

How’s your luck with 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 […]

Aug 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 8.24.23

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

Aug 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 8.24.23

Fresno is 41% full, inflow is 501 cfs and outflow is 803 cfs. Walleye fishing is fair. Fish the main […]

Aug 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Salmon Fishing has Slowed but Some Are Catching on Fort Peck

Carol caught the above-pictured 15-pound chinook salmon while fishing with her hubby, Doug Komrosky. The couple are from Havre. Nice […]

Aug 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: Big Sky Resort going even bigger

It was a huge deal in 1995 when Big Sky Resort opened its Lone Peak Tram to the summit of […]

Aug 23, 2023 · Angela Montana

Deer are wild animals

This is just a reminder that deer are wild animals. You might think they are “cute”, but it still probably […]

Aug 23, 2023 · Angela Montana

“Insane Horse Wreck” leaves horses with bumps and bruises

A pack horse in training “flipped out” and took two horses with it 80 feet down the mountain. What an […]

Aug 23, 2023 · Angela Montana

It’s about that time!

Are you ready???

Aug 22, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fwp News: Fishing closures and restrictions lifted on most Montana rivers

HELENA – Effective today, all fishing restrictions and closure on rivers in Montana are lifted, with the exception of hoot […]

Aug 22, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: PORTIONS OF FLATHEAD, CLARK FORK RIVERS IN SANDERS COUNTY TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO WILDFIRE DANGER

KALISPELL — Portions of the Flathead and Clark Fork rivers in Sanders County are closed due to wildfire danger. Montana Fish, […]

Aug 22, 2023 · Angela Montana

Chunky, Creamy Fish Soup Recipe

So, you have some fish you want to cook, but you aren’t sure what to turn it into….well, how about […]

Aug 22, 2023 · Angela Montana

Killer whale approaches fishing boat

Some say it isn’t the size of the boat that matters, but that isn’t always true when you’re in a […]

Aug 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: PORTION OF JEFFERSON RIVER TO BE CLOSED DURING BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

CORRECTION: Portion of Jefferson River to be closed during bridge replacement A previous version of this news release published on […]

Aug 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.20.23

Nymph, Nymph, Nymph! Montana Hebgen: Fishing is good on the lake currently. Anglers are catching fish all over the lake, focus your […]

Aug 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP and partners create videos on recreating safely, ethically on rivers

Part of broader outdoor ethics effort – #MontanaMindset HELENA – Ever get in a traffic jam at a boat ramp? How […]

Aug 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.21.23

Canyon Ferry:  Great walleye fishing can be found between Pond 1 and the river channel as well as between the […]

Aug 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

IDFG says Anglers should keep any walleye they catch in the Snake and Salmon rivers

A press release by Idaho Fish and Game states that walleye are spreading into Idaho, and that people should keep […]

Aug 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

The Dog Man has answers for you on this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast

Is Your Dog in Shape and Ready for the Hunting Season? Need Tips for Training, Nutrition or Anything Else to […]

Aug 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 WATERFOWL POPULATION SURVEY RESULTS via Ducks Unlimited

The combined count of waterfowl reached 32.3 million in the year 2023. Delve into a comprehensive analysis of species-specific numbers […]

Aug 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fort Peck Flip Flop Catch

Bryce Forsman and Maguire Hedrick from Belgrade went salmon fishing at Fort Peck with their friend, Don Wilkins from Glasgow.  […]

Aug 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brain Olson 8.17.23

Fresno is 46% full. Inflow is 449 cfs & outflow is 760 cfs. Walleye fishing is fair. Fish the main […]

Aug 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

The best way to start catching the big ones is to tune in to 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 […]

Aug 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP SITES IN GRANITE COUNTY ENTER STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTIONS

PHILIPSBURG – Granite County entered Stage 1 fire restrictions on August 15, and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks follows the county’s […]

Aug 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: 2024 FISH REGS PUBLIC MEETING IN MILES CITY AUG. 29

MILES CITY – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Region 7 will host a 2024 Fishing Regulations public meeting on Tuesday, […]