Aug 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Limit of Walleye is Always Nice
The Dredge Cuts were kind to the Captain and Ron Ellingson along with Neil Blade who came from Missoula to […]
Aug 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: State agencies issue mountain whitefish consumption advisory on Yellowstone River near train derailment
Additional fisheries contamination sampling planned BILLINGS – The Fish Consumption Advisory Board, consisting of representatives from Montana Department of Public Health […]
Aug 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Don’t mess with a sea lion
We don’t have sea lions in Montana, but many Montanans go to places where there are sea lions. For the […]
Aug 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Angler caught cheating at NY fishing tournament
What on earth? It happened again! “A less dramatic version of the Weight Gate scandal that rocked the professional fishing world […]
Aug 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Catchin the Big Ones in Reel Life
Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
Aug 11, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 8.10.23
Fresno is 50% full. Inflow 410 cfs and outflow is 740 cfs. Walleye fishing is fair. Best areas are the […]
Aug 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: New fishing access site highlights historic dam fight
A new fishing access site along the Yellowstone River just south of Livingston will include information for visitors to learn […]
Aug 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
Wealthy Californians Moved to Montana and Blocked Historic River Access
Warning–the following excerpt by Katie Hill via Outdoor Life might annoy you if you’re a Montanan. “A conflict in the […]
Aug 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
Woman mowing her lawn attacked by hawk and snake
Just as you settle into your household chores, specifically yard work, an unexpected encounter between a snake and a hawk […]
Aug 10, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: KALISPELL TRAPPER EDUCATION FIELD DAY, VIRTUAL WOLF TRAPPER CERTIFICATION SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER
KALISPELL – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting an upcoming trapper education field day in Kalispell and a virtual […]
Aug 9, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: GRIZZLY BEAR EUTHANIZED AFTER BECOMING FOOD CONDITIONED IN BIG SKY
Unsecured attractants create human safety risks BIG SKY – A grizzly bear was captured and euthanized earlier this month after […]
Aug 9, 2023 · Angela Montana
Downrigger Takes It To The Salmon on Tuesday
Downrigger Dale caught five salmon on Tuesday while fishing with the Captain on Fort Peck. (4 of the kings are […]
Aug 9, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bighorn River Fishing Report via Bighornfly.com 8.4.23
Here’s a fishing report that gives you a visual idea of what is happening on the Bighorn:
Aug 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Antelope drawing results are in!
Did you draw an antelope tag? Check at fwp.mt.gov now!
Aug 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 8.8.23
Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]
Aug 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.7.23
The weather has cooled off but the fishing is HOT! Montana Hebgen: Fishing is good on the lake currently, but the […]
Aug 8, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Pheasant
If you’re nervous about wild game bird, here is a recipe to try. The MORS follower, Jeff W. from Wyoming, […]
Aug 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Mountain lion euthanized in Lockwood
Poor physical condition and abnormal behavior threatened public safety BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens euthanized a […]
Aug 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.7.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is good throughout the reservoir with the hot spots being from Confederate to Pond 1, Pond 4 […]
Aug 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS TAKING EFFECT ACROSS NORTHWEST MONTANA
KALISPELL — Interagency fire managers are implementing Stage 2 fire restrictions across northwest Montana. Under stage 2 restrictions, building, maintaining, attending, or […]
Aug 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Live Radio Show on Fort Peck was a Black Jaw Success
Bill Zarahdka The Salmon Slayer showed the MORS radio crew how he earned his nickname last Saturday. The Captain and […]
Aug 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
Walleye Alfredo Recipe
Ditch the spaghetti, and turn some walleye into an alfredo dinner! Here’s a recipe to give a try:
Aug 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: CELEBRATE ENHANCED ACCESSIBILITY AT LAKE ELMO AUGUST 11
All-terrain wheelchair available for free public use BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and the Montana State Parks Foundation are […]
Aug 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
The lion and the swing
Sometimes, mountain lions want to just play, too. Apparently, curiosity is something that isn’t just for domesticated cats.
Aug 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: What is causing water levels to drop on Flathead Lake?
What is Causing the Water Levels to Drop on Flathead Lake? Could it Have Been Prevented? Is Someone to Blame? […]
Aug 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Woody Walleye River Success
Fish the Missouri River last Friday, fishing was not fast but consistent. Used 1/8 oz Woody’s Excell in the ghost […]
Aug 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Fishing restrictions to be lifted on some streams in southwest Montana
HELENA – Fishing restriction and closures on several streams in southwest Montana will be lifted at midnight tonight because of recent […]
Aug 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report by Brian Olson 8.4.23
Fresno is 54% full, inflow is 436 cfs and outflow is 842 cfs. Walleye fishing is good. Best depth is […]
Aug 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Pond box Project Idea
Okay, before you do anything you see online, make sure you know your area’s laws and regulations on whatever you’re […]
Aug 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Yellowstone seeks comments on trout project
Yellowstone National Park is known as the home of its namesake cutthroat trout, a native species. Those fish took a […]
Aug 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Reel life, Real Adventure on 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 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
3 Women injured by otter while floating
Three women were injured by an otter Wednesday evening while floating on the Jefferson River. About 8:15 p.m., the three […]
Aug 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP wins multiple national communication awards
HELENA – The Association for Conservation Information awarded Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks top honors in two communications categories at the […]
Aug 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Keep aquatic invasive species prevention in mind when recreating on water
HELENA – So far this year, FWP and its partners have inspected 66,000 watercraft for aquatic invasive species. Of those, 35 […]
Aug 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
Montana Fishing Restrictions and Closures
If you’re heading to any of the following rivers to go fishing: Beaverhead River Big Hole River Bitterroot River Clark […]
Aug 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
Cheesy Rainbow Trout Ravioli Recipe
Okay, so you caught some rainbows, and you want to wow your friends and/or family with something different. We may […]
Aug 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bobcat stalks rabbit on busy golf course
Hey, if a bobcat is hungry, it’s going to hunt regardless of whether it is on a busy golf course […]
Aug 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
Montana Wildfire Update
Stay informed and vigilant with InciWeb, the ultimate source for up-to-date information on US wildfires. The screenshot below shows the […]
Aug 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: RECENT GRIZZLY BEARS IN AREAS JUST OUTSIDE OF MISSOULA SERVE AS AN EXTRA REMINDER TO BE BEAR AWARE
MISSOULA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has received reports of grizzly bears in different drainages just outside of Missoula […]
Aug 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: PONDERA COUNTY ENTERS STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTIONS
GREAT FALLS – Pondera County has entered Stage 1 fire restrictions, and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has followed the […]
Aug 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
It’s never too early to plan for hunting camp
Time is flying by for many, and before we know it, it will be time to head to elk camp. […]
Aug 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
Why is it called the Sturgeon Moon?
You might have heard of the Sturgeon Moon that occurred last night–but have you wondered why it is called a […]
Aug 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
Monster Paddlefish Found Injured
Wow. A fish of a lifetime, for sure. Take a look at this post from the Arkansas Game and Fish […]
Aug 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Coolers Full of Whitefish on Flathead Lake
Jens Gran took Ross Tate and Steve Vinal fishing for whitefish this morning in Skidoo Bay on Flathead Lake. They […]
Aug 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Partial closure lifted at Grant Marsh Fishing Access Site
Vehicle access has re-opened at the Bighorn River access BILLINGS – A partial closure that was in place at Grant Marsh […]
Aug 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Tennessee State Record Cutthroat Caught by 10-Year-Old
Meanwhile, in Tennessee…. Ten-year-old Palmer Tipton caught the new state record cutthroat at 4lbs 12oz. The fish was released in […]
Aug 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bear Attacks Climber
Well, this is terrifying…
Aug 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.1.23
The dog days have arrived to the Greater Yellowstone Area! Montana Hebgen: Fishing on the lake has been getting better every […]
Jul 31, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.31.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is good between Ponds 1 and 2 and Duck Creek in 11-20 feet of water on […]
Jul 31, 2023 · Angela Montana
Some walk on sunshine, some walk on water
Randy Travis sings a song called ‘He Walked on Water’, and the literal words of that chorus come to mind […]