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Bass Tournament Winners Reel in Bounced Checks
Some bass tourney winners reeled in wins—but their prize checks bounced harder than a bad cast!
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Madison River Fishing Report 6.2.25
Yellowstone’s open, the trout are hungry, and the Madison’s on fire — grab your fly box and don’t sleep on this bite!
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Why Big Sky?
In Montana, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s the main attraction! More from Montana Grant here…
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How To Drink in the Wild without Regret
That sparkling mountain stream might be beautiful—but could also completely ruin your weekend…
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.2.25
Crank it, bounce it, or bobber it—fish are hitting just about everything right now….
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FWP Announces Several BMU Closures
There are a few Bear Management Closures that go into effect tomorrow morning…
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FWP Region 6 Rainbow Trout Stocking Report — 6.1.25
Montana FWP Region 6 stocked several local ponds with 7–9 inch rainbow trout this past week to boost fishing opportunities.
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Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report by Lars Sorenson 6.1.25
Walleye and pike fishing on Nelson has been strong…
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Boot Scootin’ Alone
Montana trails reward the bold, but punish the unprepared. More from Montana Grant here!
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Missouri River Fishing Report 5.28.25
The Missouri is fishing hot right now—match the hatch with the right flies and you’ll be in for some killer dry fly action…
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Hard Truths
Montana’s trout are in trouble, and it’s not just the fish feeling the pressure. More from Montana Grant here….
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Becoming an Outdoors Woman Meets The Montana Outdoor Podcast
You definitely won’t want to miss today’s episode of The Montana Outdoor Podcast!
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Steak Bruschetta – Perfect for Camping
If camp cooking had a fancy cousin who drinks wine, this would be it!
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Legislation puts limits on helicopter, plane, drone use
A new Montana law aims to protect fair chase hunting by cracking down on helicopters and drones that disrupt wildlife and give hunters an unfair advantage.
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Go-To Gun
It’s part war story, part love letter, and all Montana—why one well-worn Ithaca Model 37 shotgun still outshoots the rest, pumps and all. More from Montana Grant here….
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Grizzly Bear Research Underway in Southwestern Montana: Public Advised to Heed Safety Signs
Grizzly bear capture efforts begin soon in Montana
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IDFG Upper Salmon Chinook Update 5.29.25
Chinook hopes are hanging by a tag—fewer fish than forecast, but there’s still a chance for a late surge….
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.29.25
Bite’s on! Walleye, smallmouth, and pike are all playing nice—just bring your jigs, plastics, and a bucket of minnows…
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Public can still provide input on mule deer management through online portal
Miss a mule deer meeting? FWP still wants your input—comments open through June 27…
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Madison River Fishing Report 5.29.25
Runoff’s knocking—get your Madison fix while the river’s still fishable!
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Milk River Project Update 5.29.25
A short detour now means a safer dam later—Fresno Road closes June 25 to July 2 for major upgrades…
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Boondock Country
Montana may be Big Sky Country, but it turns out we’re also proudly living “Down in the Boondocks”—and that’s exactly how we like it. More from Montana Grant here!
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Validation stickers no longer needed for watercraft in Montana
On May 1, Gov. Greg Gianforte signed this into law…
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Aqua Creek Products in Missoula is Making Waves and Powering Inclusive Adventures
Aqua Creek is helping Wheelchairs & Walleyes make the outdoors accessible for all—one adaptive adventure at a time.
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FWP to host fun run at Brush Lake State Park to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the park
Mark your calendars and get your running shoes on for a fun run for Brush Lake State Park’s 20th anniversary!
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A Duck’s Reign of Terror
A Florida neighborhood is under siege by a surprisingly aggressive duck—and residents are learning the hard way that waddles can quickly turn to warfare.
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Bison Waste, Prairie Gain
Turns out, buffalo chips are the original miracle grow… more from Montana Grant here.
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Hunter Claims Warden Broke the Law to Bag Him
Was it a legal hunt—or a personal vendetta dressed in camo and court orders?
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Rock Creek Fishing Report 5.26.25
Big bugs are here—Salmonflies are popping on Rock Creek, and it’s only getting better from here…
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Kootenai River Fishing Report 5.25.25
The Kootenai’s fishing hot—for now—so hit it before the big flow show starts Tuesday and turns it into a float-only rodeo….
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Revised Fort Peck Water Elevation Forecast by USACE 5.27.25
Please note the revision by the USACE for Fort Peck.
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Best Fish to Eat in Montana
In Big Fish Fry Country, the tastiest Montana fish isn’t just what you catch—it’s how you clean, cook, and sweeten it that makes it a true catch of the day. More from Montana Grant here!
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The Gator-Hunting Boot Package You Didn’t Know You Needed
Hunt the gator, wear the boots—Republic Boot Co. turns wild adventure into custom-crafted swagger.
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Blasting Respect–The 21-Gun Salute Explained
The 21-gun salute is history’s loudest way of saying “we honor you.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.26.26
Rainbows, walleye, and perch are all biting across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter, with trolling, jigging, and shoreline setups producing steady action throughout the region.
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Yaak Attack
Escape the crowds and discover exceptional trout fishing on Montana’s remote Yaak River, where wild beauty, big brookies, and hungry rainbows await those willing to hike, wade, and try something new.
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FWP seeking applicants for northeast Montana Citizens Advisory Council
Help shape the future of Montana’s outdoors—apply now to join FWP Region 6’s Citizen Advisory Council.
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Jefferson River Fishing Report 5.23.25
The Jefferson is flirting with fishability, but with runoff looming and warm temps rising, don’t count on it being your weekend sweetheart.
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This Week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast: Mule Deer, Management, and Public Voices
What Has Been Causing the Decline in Montana’s Mule Deer Populations? It is More Than CWD!
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Strawberry Rhubarb Crostata
Forget pie drama—this strawberry-rhubarb galette (thanks, Trisha Yearwood!) keeps it simple, chic, and dangerously delicious…
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Exclusive Sneak Peek: Mule Deer in the Crosshairs, What’s Next for Montana’s Herds?
This week’s episode takes aim at one of Montana’s challenges — and you’ll want to hear what’s unfolding…..
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FWP Region 6 rainbow trout stocking report 5.23.25
Rain tried to slow FWP down, but they still made a splash!
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Bighorn bill prompted choices: auction or lottery?
BRETT FRENCH | bfrench@billingsgazette.com When it comes to raising money for moose and bighorn sheep conservation in Montana, is it […]
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Kalispell Fishing Report 5.21.25
Rare late May fly fishing conditions are prime on Kalispell-area rivers—but with warm weather coming soon, now’s the time to go!
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Upper Salmon River Chinook Update – 5/22/2025
Chinook returns are trickling in below forecast, and with the next two weeks critical, it’s still too early to say whether they’ll see a summer fishery on the upper Salmon.
