Aug 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
Official Press Release: State Record Chinook Salmon
Pending Helena approval, a new state record Chinook salmon was caught on Fort Peck Reservoir on Friday, August 9th. At […]
Aug 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
Young Angler Catches Huge Lake Trout on Flathead Lake
Young Braxton Griffiths landed a monster lake trout while jigging for whitefish with his dad, Collin, on Flathead Lake! This […]
Aug 12, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.12.24
Canyon Ferry: Anglers had a lot of success for walleye, perch and rainbows this past weekend fishing from Duck Creek to […]
Aug 11, 2024 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.11.24
Montana Hebgen: ( not much has changed since the last report) – The lake has been heating up (in more ways […]
Aug 11, 2024 · Angela Montana
IDFG: F&G fisheries biologist rescues 10-year-old from the Selway River
On the afternoon of July 13, an Idaho Fish and Game biologist was the right person in the right place […]
Aug 10, 2024 · Kamp Cook
Possible New state record salmon out of Fort Peck
Waiting for verification but we have a new state record and weekly leader! This salmon weighed in at 32.62 lbs! […]
Aug 9, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 8.8.24
Fresno is 32% full, inflow 22 cfs & outflow 101 cfs. Not much structure is left in the water. Limits […]
Aug 9, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP lifts hoot owl fishing restriction on Yellowstone River
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is lifting the hoot owl fishing restriction on the Yellowstone River in south-central Montana, […]
Aug 9, 2024 · Angela Montana
King Salmon Fishing report for the Week from Fort Peck
The Captain and Black Jaw Fly Guy Gary Rueb had some salmon success this week. They caught a big one […]
Aug 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery update 8.7.24
During the last open period of the Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery (August 1 – August 4), angler effort decreased […]
Aug 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
Sneak Peek: Discover the Ultimate Fish ID Tool with Dr. Christopher Guy on the next MT Outdoor Podcast
Get ready for an exciting sneak peek of the next episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast! This week, Downrigger Dale […]
Aug 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
Color Matters: A Newbie Fisherman’s Guide to Luring Walleye
Choosing the right lure color can make or break your walleye fishing trip. According to WalleyeX, walleyes see colors differently […]
Aug 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 8.7.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (August 5, 2024) Rainbow fishing continues to be […]
Aug 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Family Fishing Salmon Success at Fort Peck
Check out this fishing adventure! Randy and Cody Goodman from Billings teamed up with Jody and Kathy Goodman from Great […]
Aug 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Alligator in Lake Erie?
Meanwhile, in the midwest…. A relaxing Sunday on Lake Erie turned into panic for a local family when Erie resident […]
Aug 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Some sections of Big Hole River reopen to fishing
TWIN BRIDGES – Fishing restrictions and closures have been updated for sections of the Big Hole River on Tuesday. The following […]
Aug 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.4.24
Montana Hebgen: ( not much has changed since the last report) -Theres been plenty of gulpers on the north shore, key […]
Aug 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
Another Fort Peck First!
Tucker Mead, 8 years old, from Butte caught his first walleye on Saturday! We know it won’t be his last, […]
Aug 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.5.24
Canyon Ferry: Rainbow fishing has slowed up with a few being caught around Duck Creek on crankbaits or by anglers with […]
Aug 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
Pen-Size Fishing Pole
Just when you think fishing poles can’t get more compact! Would you give this pen rod a try? I mean, […]
Aug 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
26-inch long Whitefish caught on Flathead lake
Thomas Bennett from Stevensville had an epic day fishing with his dad Matt on Flathead Lake. The youngster pulled in […]
Aug 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
Collin Griffith Fishes Fort Peck
Collin Griffith, from Missoula, teamed up with buddies Mike Gornick and Todd Green, also from Missoula, and guide Scott Collinsworth […]
Aug 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
CSKT Non Member Proposed Regulation Changes 2025_2026
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes announce the availability of the March 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026 Flathead Indian […]
Aug 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 8.2.24
Fresno is 33% full with no inflow & 118 cfs outflow. The only report I received as fishing goes was […]
Aug 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
Sneak Peek: Discover Flathead Lake Whitefish Magic with Ross Tate on the MT Outdoor Podcast
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, host Downrigger Dale chats with Ross Tate, one of the best lake whitefish […]
Jul 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
Whitefish Bite is Good!
Owen Foley, 13, of Kalispell is pictured here with a nice whitefish caught at Elmo today on a Rattle Disaster. […]
Jul 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Chinook Update 7.31.24
During last week’s interval for the Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery (July 25 – July 28), angler effort decreased slightly, […]
Jul 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
25-pound Godzilla Salmon Caught on Peck
Kathy Goodman and her husband, Jody, from Great Falls caught a 25-pound salmon on Fort Peck Tuesday. Here are the […]
Jul 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
Big Catch, Bigger Consequences: Anglers and Law Enforcement Stop a Poacher
Big shoutout to all the awesome anglers and law enforcement who teamed up for an epic bust! According to a […]
Jul 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
Rueb and Captain Score a Salmon
There have been some huge salmon caught this year on Fort Peck. Congratulations to the anglers that were in the […]
Jul 30, 2024 · Angela Montana
BIGGEST BUTTS!!! by Montana Grant
Anglers love to catch big fish. The main theme of many of their fish stories is how long, how fat, […]
Jul 29, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.29.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is very good from Duck Creek to Pond 1, around Pond 4 and the west shore both […]
Jul 26, 2024 · Angela Montana
Almost a Record! Don Jamison’s Epic Salmon Catch
Don Jamison from Nashua made waves at Fort Peck today with an impressive catch: a monster salmon weighing 31 lbs […]
Jul 26, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: High water temps prompt hoot-owl fishing restrictions on portion of Yellowstone River
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has issued hoot-owl fishing restrictions on the Yellowstone River from the Highway 89 Bridge […]
Jul 26, 2024 · Angela Montana
Huge Weights Dominate Tiber Walleye Toruney Day One Leaders
Get ready for some excitement as we introduce the top three leaders from Day One of the 2024 Tiber Walleye […]
Jul 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
“Whitefish Bite Is On!” -Zimmer Tackle
The white fish bite is on! Big Arm in front of boat ramp. Lots of boats, nets pulling in fish. […]
Jul 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Chinook update by IDFG 7.25.24
July 25, 2024 During the last open period of the Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery (July 18 – July 21), […]
Jul 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.24.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (July 22, 2024) Walleye and perch fishing has […]
Jul 24, 2024 · Angela Montana
Whitefish Bite in Flathead Lake
Ross Tate of Missoula hit Flathead Lake on Tuesday, July 23rd between the Narrows and then over to SkiDoo Bay, […]
Jul 23, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Full fishing closures take effect at midnight at the mouth of some Clark Fork River tributaries
Hoot-owl restrictions on Rock Creek, St. Regis River, North Fork Flathead River HELENA – Full fishing closures at the mouth of […]
Jul 23, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hoot-owl fishing restrictions placed on North Fork Flathead River in northwest Montana
KALISPELL — Angling restrictions on the North Fork Flathead River go into effect at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 24, due to […]
Jul 22, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.22.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is very good from the Silos to the ponds in 12 to 20 feet of water and […]
Jul 21, 2024 · Angela Montana
2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tourney Final Results
Congrats to Clay and Brem Phipps for snagging the top spot at the 2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tournament with an […]
Jul 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.18.24
Fresno is 60% full, no inflow & 1066 cfs outflow. Fishing for most species remains good. Catch fish where ever […]
Jul 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Northwest Montana rivers warming up: Anglers asked to help reduce stress on trout
KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks biologists are closely monitoring the water temperatures of northwest Montana rivers and streams and […]
Jul 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
Exclusive Sneak Peek: Breaking Down the Big Win with Owen Wilcox
Check out this EXCLUSIVE sneak peek of what you can expect from the Montana Outdoor Podcast this Saturday at 6:00AM! […]
Jul 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
FISH NOW!!! by Montana Grant
We will never catch enough fish! No matter how often you go fishing, it will never be enough. The problem […]
Jul 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
Angry Dock Owner Harasses Angler
Some people are just having a bad day….and some are just a certain kind of person. View this post […]
Jul 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
When the unexpected happens while fishing…
Are people getting crazier? View this post on Instagram A post shared by VETERANS FISHING (@veteransfishing)
Jul 15, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.15.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is very good around Ponds 2 and 3 and the river mouth in 20 feet of water. […]