Jul 21, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Northwest Montana rivers, streams run historically low
Anglers asked to help reduce stress on cold-water fish KALISPELL — Rivers and streams in northwest Montana are running at or […]
Jul 21, 2023 · Angela Montana
Whitefish are on!
Here is the latest whitefish report from the Macwoman, Paula Zimmer: Big Arm is seeing hoardes of whitefish. Fishermen caught […]
Jul 21, 2023 · Angela Montana
Here’s how you can 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 […]
Jul 20, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Partial closure lifted at Manuel Lisa Fishing Access Site
Vehicle access has re-opened at the Bighorn River access, boat ramp remains closed BILLINGS – A partial closure that was […]
Jul 20, 2023 · Angela Montana
Easy Salmon Soup
Does Blackjaw Fever have you wondering what to do with your fish? Here’s an awesome recipe to give a try–simple […]
Jul 20, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Collecting native seeds restores lands, people
Between Havre and Malta the Bureau of Land Management has launched a cooperative program to collect native seeds for restoration. […]
Jul 20, 2023 · Angela Montana
Grandparents and Grandkids Fishing Away
Curly and Leitha Olson from Lewistown were recently fishing at Hell Creek with their grandkids on Fort Peck. Looks like […]
Jul 19, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP adjusts mule deer quotas in response to spring surveys
HELENA – While mule deer populations remain steady in portions of the state, spring green-up surveys conducted by Montana Fish, […]
Jul 19, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Warm water, low flows prompt hoot-owl restrictions on Jefferson, Beaverhead and Bitterroot rivers
Fishing closure daily from 2 p.m. to midnight HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is advising anglers that portions […]
Jul 19, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Pheasant Recipe
Pheasant has never tasted so good! Take a look at this tasty recipe:
Jul 19, 2023 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery Update 7.18.23
This will be the last week that the fishery is open. Hi everyone, Before getting into the fishery estimates from […]
Jul 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: MISSOURI HEADWATERS SUMMER SPEAKER SERIES: BEING BEAR AWARE
THREE FORKS – Missouri Headwaters State Park will host a program featuring guest speaker Game Warden Sgt. Matt Wemple, who […]
Jul 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: WHITE-NOSE SYNDROME DETECTED IN LICK CREEK CAVE
GREAT FALLS – During a recent survey of bats at Lick Creek Cave in Cascade County, biologists detected the fungus that […]
Jul 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
Montana Trappers Association Rendezvous August 25-27
The Montana Trappers Association is hosting their annual Rendezvous from August 25-27 at the Park County Fairgrounds in Livingston, MT. […]
Jul 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
Governor catches personal best walleye
It was a great weekend back in Fort Peck at the Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament. Governor Greg Ginaforte caught […]
Jul 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
Who Needs a Conservation License?
Everything you need to know about a conservation license can be found here: Beginning July 1, everyone ages 12 and […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.17.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is very good around Ponds 2 and 3 and the river mouth in 20 feet of water. […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Recent grizzly bear sightings highlight the importance of bear awareness
HELENA – This year Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has confirmed grizzly bear sightings in several places where grizzlies haven’t been […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
Salmon Sunday with “The Slayer” on Fort Peck
Bill Zahradka “The Salmon Slayer“, from Wolf Point, took the Captain and his nephew Jon Ward, from South Dakota, salmon and […]
Jul 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 7.16.23
Madison River Outfitters says “Get out there and throw a caddis!” Montana Hebgen: Fishing on the lake has been getting better […]
Jul 15, 2023 · Angela Montana
2023 MT Governor’s Cup Walleye Fishing Tournament Results are in!
Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Fishing Tournament–Brem Phipps and Clyde Phipps from Jordan, MT […]
Jul 15, 2023 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast presents ‘Behind the Scenes of Montana’s Legendary Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament!’
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger and The Captain interview five VERY interesting people involved in Montana’s legendary […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Big weights in Big Waves for Day 1 Leaders Montana’s Governor’s Cup Walleye Tourney
Day 1 of the Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye tournament has come to an end with Josh Kittleson of Glasgow and […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP “kids to fish” progam allows anglers to borrow gear and tackle for free
Over 40 rod loaner sites, and 350 rods, can be found in northeast Montana GLASGOW – A popular Montana Fish, […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.14.23
Fresno is 85% full. Walleye fishing is good. 8’-12’ are the best depths. Fish the weed and break lines. Main […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Young Catfish Carter Catches of Course Catfish
This is Carter Harden, pictured above, with his catfish. He is 6-years-old and was fishing with his dad, Jeremy, on […]
Jul 14, 2023 · Angela Montana
Choose ‘Catchin the Big Ones’ as your first fishing adventure of the day!
Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Update from Fort Peck Marina regarding fire
Fort Peck Marina shared this post on social media at 9:43PM on Thursday, July 13, 2023: Well we had a […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Grizzly bear trapped and relocated, steals camera
Check out this grizzly bear being relocated and “exploding” out of the trap and heading directly for the camera recording […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Moose triplets or mule deer triplets?
The photo below is causing some controversy, in that a photo taken by Lesly Levy and posted on the @townliftnews […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Who knew that volcanoes could be renegades?
Southeast of Big Timber there are the remains of an ancient volcano, now called Sliderock Mountain. The mountain was formed […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Angela Montana
Smoked Spoonbill Recipe
We have posted a few paddlefish recipes over the years, and we wanted to share this smoked recipe, as smoked […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP seeking public comment on several environmental assessments
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on several environmental assessments (EAs). For more information, including how […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bear town hall meeting scheduled in Big Timber July 24
Topics will include bear safety, conflict prevention and management BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a bear town […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery Update – 7.12.23
Angler effort and catch continued to increase during the past week. Hi everyone, During the third week of the 2023 […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Swan Lake Fishing
Owen Foley, age 12 of Kalispell, had a great day on Swan Lake yesterday! Awesome catches, Owen!
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Governor’s Cup Week at Fort Peck
Ken Ault from Missoula is pictured with a nice limit of eating walleyes while fishing with the Captain on Tuesday. […]
Jul 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
Angler breaks Invasive Species state record and possibly world record
A press release by Maryland Department of Natural Resources revealed that there is a new state record holder in the […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Warm water, low flows prompt hoot-owl fishing restrictions on Sun, Madison rivers
Fishing closure daily from 2 p.m. to midnight HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is advising anglers that portions of […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
15 Camping Hacks for your Next Trip
Camping is supposed to be fun, so don’t let little details of things going wrong or creating more work bring […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Lake Fish Company steals over 100+ walleyes and other fish from charity
Some people just suck. Check out this press release from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources that tells of individual commercial […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Grizzly bear confirmed in Pryor Mountains
BILLINGS – A grizzly bear was recently observed in the Pryor Mountains. State wildlife officials confirmed the species of the observed […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
When you don’t need a fishing pole and still catch a big one
You don’t always need fishing line and a lure to catch fish. (Click the image below to watch something pretty […]
Jul 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.10.23
Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: New FWP program to focus on developing shooting-sports facilities
Public asked to participate in online survey HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public input on how it […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Nonresident hunters can check their Alternates List status online
HELENA – Nonresident hunters who registered to be placed on the Alternates List can now check their status on MyFWP: […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Partial closure lifted at General Custer Fishing Access Site
Vehicle access has re-opened at the Bighorn River site BILLINGS – A partial closure that was in place at General […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.10.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleyes are being caught throughout the reservoir with the best action coming from Ponds 2 and 3, Hellgate […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
Youngster’s reaction to catching first fish
It’s always fun to witness anybody catch their first fish, but it is even more fun when they get super […]
Jul 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
5-Ingredient Simple Salmon Salad Recipe
Experience summertime snack or meal bliss, and satiate your hunger amidst the sweltering heat with this delectable salmon salad recipe. […]