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FWP News: PORTIONS OF FLATHEAD, CLARK FORK RIVERS IN SANDERS COUNTY REOPENED; FIRE RESTRICTIONS RESCINDED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 […]

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 […]