Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bear aware education event in Billings September 14
Bear spray demonstrations, safety tips at home and afield BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a bear awareness […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
MIDNIGHT SCOUTING!!! by Montana Grant
Elk are often unpredictable but follow a routine and pattern. They are not as predictable as deer, but you can […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Close encounter archery hunting
Wishing archery hunters the best of luck this weekend!
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 9.7.23
Fresno is 30% full, inflow is 206 cfs and outflow is 535 cfs outflow. Walleye fishing is fair. Water is […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
BUNDT PAN TACO CAKE!!! by Montana Grant
Everyone loves Taco Time but serving them is often messy. Hard taco shells break easily, and the several bowls of […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Another not-so-smart move at Glacier National Park
Meanwhile, in Glacier National Park this summer, tourists were being tourists… View this post on Instagram A […]
Sep 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Ready to hunt but need breakfast first? Tune in to 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 […]
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Remembering a friendly fishing guide
Nate Plagmann was one of those outdoorsy guys we all envy. He was a fly-fishing guide, spending his summers on […]
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: YOUTH TRAP SHOOT, SAFETY REFRESHER SET FOR SEPT. 16 IN MILES CITY
Youth Trap Shoot, Safety Refresher set for Sept. 16 in Miles City Pre-registration required for free event previewing Youth Pheasant […]
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bull down? Yep…
Here’s a great archery shot posted by Kill Shot Central. Wow.
Sep 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Tourist approaches moose
It’s not looking good for humans in the future with so many presently doing things like this… Here’s a video […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Kick-off events scheduled around state for youth pheasant, waterfowl weekend
HELENA – The 2023 Youth Pheasant and Waterfowl Weekend is fast approaching, and several kick-off events are scheduled around the state. […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP accepting open water fishing contest applications
Deadline is November 1 HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is accepting open water fishing contests applications for the 2024 […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: GREAT FALLS HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
GREAT FALLS — An in-person hunter education course is now open for registration in Great Falls. There is no charge to […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
2012 Montana Archery Hunt Rewind
People complain a lot about technology, but this is pretty cool for this hunter from back in 2012 to have […]
Sep 6, 2023 · Angela Montana
People just don’t learn…
Tourists just past the border of Montana into western North Dakota feel the need to get Theodore Roosevelt National Park […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Fishing restrictions lifted on Madison and Sun rivers
HELENA – Effective today, hoot owl restrictions are lifted on all sections of the Madison River and Sun River. These were […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.5.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleyes are being caught in 20-25 feet of water between the Silos and White Earth along the west shore […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP seeking high school student for Future Fisheries citizen review panel
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking a current high school student to fill a two-year term on the […]
Sep 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Good luck, archery hunters
Wishing you all the best out there this season wherever you hunt! Be sure to check the regulations, as they […]
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. […]