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Secretary Rollins Announces Sweeping Reforms to Protect National Forests and Boost Domestic Timber Production
More than 112 million acres are now under an emergency declaration meant to boost American timber production by 25%.
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BLM reports damage at Acton Recreation Area
The Billings Field Office staff has seen an increase in activities occurring at Acton Recreation Area which have caused a substantial amount of resource damage,
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Nearly 90 Morgan horses up for adoption in Madison County
Are you looking to adopt a four-legged buddy to enjoy the outdoors with? Nearly 90 Morgan horses are coming up for adoption in Madison County.
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Ross Creek Cedars Nature Trail closed until September
A closure is anticipated to be in effect in the area from April through September 2025.
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Study finds mercury contamination in the Rocky Mountains
A new study finds that mines in the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, and Montana are likely the source of mercury and other […]
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Man sentenced to week in jail for parking on Yellowstone thermal area
Is this sentence too much? Or too little?
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MSU Extension’s Schutter Lab identifies first known blacklegged tick in Montana
For the first time, specialists in Montana have identified a blacklegged tick in the state, a species that can carry and transmit Lyme disease.
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2025 Migratory Bird Stamp announced
FWP launched the Migratory Bird Stamp contest in 2024 to help raise additional awareness and appreciation for wetlands conservation and the benefits of intact wetlands to people and wildlife.
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Montana House Set to Vote on Resolution Supporting Federal Land Transfer
Here’s the Montana Wildlife Federation’s take on the proposed bill, but what is yours?
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Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area antler hunter vehicle registration opens April 1
In a continued effort to improve safety on opening day at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area (WMA), antler hunters wanting to enter by vehicle when the animals WMA opens at noon on May 15, 2025 should register beginning at noon on Tuesday, April 1.
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Coyote attacks on people, including children, continue in Washington
You might remember back in January, when we reported that a 5-year-old boy was attacked and dragged by a coyote in Washington.
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Public notice: BIA considers spraying 2,000 acres, reservoir draw down to control EWM in Pablo Reservoir
Public comments are being accepted through April 3rd for a proposal that would allow for the drawdown of Pablo Reservoir and aerial herbicide treatment of 2,000 acres to reduce Eurasian Water Milfoil. The treatment would begin in fall 2025 and could be repeated, up to 3 times over 10 years.
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Mules at UM to Promote Summer Programming
The U.S. Forest Service Northern Region Pack Train of mules will again be at the University of Montana Oval at noon Tuesday, April 1, to raise awareness of summer course offerings as part of the fifth annual UM Summer Kickoff.
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Commission to consider closing bighorn sheep hunting in HD 622
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold an emergency public meeting Monday, March 31 to consider closing bighorn sheep hunting for 2025 in hunting district 622.
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Butte Ranger District issues special order banning pallets/construction debris
The Butte Ranger District of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest has implemented a Special Order prohibiting the possession or storage of any material containing nails, screws, or other metal hardware, including wood pallets and construction debris, that could be used as firewood.
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FWP releases final Montana Wolf Management Plan
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks released the 2025 Montana Gray Wolf Conservation and Management Plan today, wrapping up an extensive public process to capture updates to wolf management strategies and research into a new plan.
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SHOWDOWN: City of Whitefish vs. FWP over proposed trail near Whitefish River
“Our hard-working biologists concluded this project would have long-term adverse impacts to the Whitefish River’s bed, banks, and fishery.”
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BLM seeks campground hosts for summer
The BLM is recruiting for locations like Divide Bridge Campground, Clark’s Bay Day Use Area, Devil’s Elbow Campground, White Sandy Campground, Log Gulch Campground, Holter Dam Campground, and Holter Lake Campground.
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Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument campgrounds, facilities gear up for springtime visitors
The new boat ramp was constructed at the upriver end of the campground and has room for both jet boat and canoe launching. The old boat ramp is still available for use by non-motorized vessel operators.
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Forest Service Chief Schultz announces acting regional forester for Northern Region
USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz today announced Kristin Bail will serve as acting regional forester for the Northern Region, effective March 31, 2025. Bail will temporarily succeed Regional Forester Leanne Marten as she reaches her long-planned retirement date after 34 years of service.
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Hyalite Canyon Recreation Corridor to Temporarily Close to Motorized Vehicles for Spring Break Up Starting April 1
The annual spring closure of Hyalite Canyon Recreation Corridor to all motorized vehicles will begin on April 1st through May 15th, with anticipated reopening on May 16th.
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Man found dead in Lincoln County believed to have gotten stuck in snow, tried to walk out
Even if things are starting to thaw, remember to keep an emergency kit and warming materials in your car.
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Southfork Clearwater Localized Broodstock End of Program Report: Another successful year!
The largest fish sampled during the program was an eligible 38.2” male on February 27, and the average tubed fish was around 32.5”.
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DNRC announces the auction of one cabin site in Missoula County
Nestled on the shores of Seeley Lake, Montana, this waterfront cabin site offers the perfect setting for your dream retreat. With a private dock providing easy access for boats and watercraft, you can enjoy endless days of fishing, boating, and lakefront relaxation.
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Moose family relocated
Game officials have received several calls about moose wandering among houses, on roads, and near an elementary school.
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Alabama man convicted in 25-year-old Wyoming wildlife case
An Alabama man was recently convicted in a decades-old wildlife case after failing to appear in court for more than 20 years.
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Selway River Corridor Damage
The Bitterroot National Forest is warning boaters of damage to the Selway River corridor following a severe wind event last summer.
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Backcountry Hunters & Anglers weighs in on favorable corner crossing ruling
BHA: The legal precedent for the Tenth Circuit decision is limited to a few states.
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Federal appeals court rules corner crossing is legal
The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on Tuesday that corner crossing is legal, so long as you do not physically touch privately owned land.
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FWP seeks comment on 2025–2026 Migratory Bird Regulations and 2026–2030 federal zones and splits for Montana
Based on public feedback, FWP is proposing a change to Central Flyway Zones to affect Sweet Grass and Stillwater counties, moving from Zone 1 to Zone 2, in southern Montana and corresponding dates associated with the split.
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FWP seeks public comment on use of tiger trout as biocontrol
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks proposes to stock tiger trout into Upper Sureshot Lake, which is in the headwaters of North Meadow Creek near McAllister.
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Montana Soil Health Program Gains New Support
The $350,000 grant from AMBFF will support this critical initiative designed to address pressing conservation challenges, enhance soil health and promote sustainable land-use practices, ensuring the vitality of Montana’s ecosystems and agricultural landscapes well into the future.
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BLM selects new Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument manager
Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument staff welcomed a new manager to coordinate and supervise programs and operations throughout the monument’s 378,000 acres of public lands, officials with the Bureau of Land Management’s North Central Montana District announced, today.
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U.S. Bird Populations Continue Alarming Decline, New Report Finds
The report, produced by a coalition of leading science and conservation organizations, reveals continued widespread declines in American bird populations across all mainland and marine habitats, with 229 species requiring urgent conservation action.
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Avalanche warning issued for Centennial Range, Lionhead area
Continued heavy snowfall (up to 4 inches of water) and hurricane-force winds have increased the avalanche danger to HIGH.
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Postal Service Lures Customers with New Stamps
The stamps showcase five popular lure designs through striking close-up photographs.
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UM Honorary Doctorates Go to ‘MeatEater’ Hunter, Former Nike Exec
Rinella is the New York Times-bestselling author of more than 10 books, the star of the Netflix television series “MeatEater” and the host of “The MeatEater Podcast.”
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February Precipitation Increases Snowpack Across Most of Montana
Overall mountain precipitation during February was 90-180% of normal, except in the Tongue River basin where precipitation was only 50% of normal.
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UM to request permission to plan for Center for Hunting and Conservation
The University of Montana will ask for permission from the MUS Board of Regents on Thursday to plan for a Center for Hunting and Conservation.
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UM to consider honorary doctorate for Steven Rinella
The University of Montana will propose awarding MeatEater podcast and television host Steven Rinella an honorary doctorate at the MUS […]
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Probationary USFS workers to return to duty, receive back pay
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the following statement today regarding the status of probationary employees.
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WANTED! INFORMATION ABOUT THIS TRUCK!
Law Enforcement Officers from the U.S. Forest Service are seeking information regarding the identity of the passenger and owner of this truck.
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Four people rescued from Wild Horse Island
The four paddled a canoe and kayak to the island but were unable to return to mainland due to the wind and waves.
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Last chance to catch skijoring in Montana in 2025
This weekend is your last chance to catch a skijoring contest in Montana in 2025.
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Bigfork man buried in deep Alaska avalanche
A Bigfork man is reported to be one of three individuals caught and buried in an avalanche estimated to be between 40-100 feet dep in Alaska
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FWP confirms pigeon paramyxovirus outbreaks in Missoula and Ravalli counties
The disease has impacted Eurasian collared doves almost exclusively so far, with deaths of between 2 and 20 individuals per location reported.
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Final decision issued for Cyclone Bill Project
his final decision notice authorizes approximately 9,192 acres of commercial timber harvest.
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Attention steelhead anglers: Camping is not allowed in pull offs along S.F. Clearwater
As anglers make plans to fish the South Fork Clearwater River for steelhead should be aware of an Idaho law that prohibits camping on certain state-owned property.
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The Department of Livestock Asks Montanans to be Aware of Avian Influenza
A Canada goose was confirmed infected in Gallatin County on February 26.
