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Missouri River Fishing Report (below Holter Dam) via House of Fly 3.27.24
Location: Missouri River Flows: CFS/3460 Temperature: 37+ Degrees below Holter Dam Things are changing as spring begins to make its influence felt. Lots […]
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Alert: New species of fish discovered in Missouri River
Long-time Montana angler, Tom Faken, 62, was fishing the Missouri River near Fort Peck over the weekend and reeled in […]
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FWP News: FWP schedules virtual meeting to discuss proposed fishing regulations changes
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host a virtual meeting to gather input for the 2025-26 fishing regulations. The […]
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Anglers Crashed Boats Into Each Other During Fishing Tournament
According to a press release by Major League Fishing, on Tuesday, March 19, a boating incident occurred during Day 1 […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.28.24
Fresno is 30% full. Inflow 176 cfs & outflow is 40 cfs. Nelson is 80% full. Inflow 200 cfs & […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 3.27.24
Before diving into the fishing report, check out this article that explains the difference between anglers and fishermen. Please check […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report by IDFG 3.26.24
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 26, 2024. The data included in this […]
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World record bighead carp caught with pole and line
In fishing news outside of Montana… According to a press release by Jill Pritchard via the Missouri Department of Conservation, […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 3.20.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (March 20, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek […]
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A catch of a lifetime
Approximately one year ago, River City Fishing on Instagram posted a remarkable catch while ice fishing that left a mark […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report by IDFG 3.19.24
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 19, 2024. The data included in this […]
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2024 Spring Mack Days – Week 1 Results
Week 1 results are in for 2024 Spring Mack Days! It was a great first week, and from Thursday to […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.18.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
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FWP News: FWP, MSU seek help from anglers who catch tagged fish in upper Missouri River Basin
Angler reports of tagged fish will help inform trout research BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff, in cooperation with […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.15.24
Fresno is 26% full. Inflow 193 cfs and outflow 93 cfs. Nelson is 78% full inflow 133 cfs and 0 […]
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Tiber Toads!
Greg Foley had a blast hitting the waters of Tiber last weekend with his son-in-law, Ben Hileman from Havre! Ben […]
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When you’re just trying to fish…
There’s something unsettling about an alligator/crocodile chasing after you when you’re just trying to fish. Just a heads up that […]
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FWP News: Preliminary proposals for 2025-2026 fishing regulations available for review
HELENA – If you’re interested in providing input on how Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is crafting fishing regulations for the […]
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Idaho angler’s state record tiger trout catch removed from record books
In June of 2023, Idaho Fish and Game released a congratulatory press release to Kody King of Montpelier for catching […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.12.24
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 12, 2024. The data included in this […]
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Flying fish!
You just never know what can happen when you’re fishing…especially in salt water. Check out how close this tarpon passed […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.11.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
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Annual Leonard Lawver Memorial Kids Fishing Day at Laurel Pond, Jun 1
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 1st, and join us at Laurel Pond for our annual Kids Fishing Day! The […]
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FISHING NAKED!!! by Montana Grant
With the warm weather of Spring, Montanans will shed the snow, ice, and more. For some reason, I have seen […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.7.24
Fresno is 25% full. This weeks cold weather has helped ice conditions. Fish the deeper and clearer areas of the […]
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CATCH A NEW CHALLENGE!!! by Montana Grant
The most important things that we learn are the things we learn after we learn everything! Anglers, and outdoor sportsmen […]
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Row vs Wade: The Proper Etiquette Between Wading and Drift Boat/Raft Anglers by Neal Cote
On any river here in Western Montana, as well as everywhere across the state, anglers share a common pursuit. However, […]
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Chillin with the fish: A young ice angler’s resillience
You know you’re doing something right when you take the little one out ice fishing, and one leg falls in […]
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The things you see in Montana during ice fishing season…
You just never know what you will see at Canyon Ferry during ice fishing season….lol On a safety note for […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.5.24
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 5, 2024. The data included in this […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 3.4.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (March 4, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.4.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
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FWP News: Review process for fishing regulations to begin soon
Public meetings to be held around state HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host public meetings in each region […]
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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brian Nelson 3.1.24
Fresno is 23% full and rising. I got blown off the reservoir yesterday. There was still about 2’ of ice […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 2.27.24
Hi everyone, this is the upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for February 27, 2024. The data in this report […]
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Tayler Michaels from JMO Podcast Fished Fort Peck through the Ice
Tayler Micheals from JMO Podcast went fishing on Fort Peck on a search for lake trout through the ice. He […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.26.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
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Steelhead Harvest Report by Idaho Fish and Game
For those of you planning on steelhead fishing, are out after steelhead or are just curious–here is the latest from […]
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First Timers Ice Fishing with Uncle Matt from Mo Fisch Charters
Check out this awesome shot from Matt over at Mo Fisch Charters! Ryder and Duke Nash had an epic first-time […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.22.24
Fresno is 21% full. Most fishing is slow. For perch and crappie jig near the dam in as deep of […]
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Ice angler recalls bizarre ice fishing memory
Have you ever drilled an ice hole while you were out ice fishing, and found a nice buck in the […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 2.20.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (February 20, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
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Maryland Angler Sets State Record with Monster Rainbow Trout
Here’s some news from a state that starts with M, but it isn’t Montana. A recent press release by Maryland […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report (02-20-2024)
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for February 20, 2024. The data discussed in this […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.20.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
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Investigation Reveals Kansas Record Crappie Was Stuffed with Ball Bearings
Earlier this month, a Kansas fisherman vehemently criticized law enforcement authorities for confiscating his 2023 state-record crappie, asserting that he […]
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YOUR FAVORITE PART!!! by Montana Grant
Fishermen are certainly hooked, addicted, and connected to their sport. There are many things to celebrate about the sport of […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.16.24
Fresno is 22% full. For best results fish the remaining basin areas, near the dam may be your best bet. […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 2.15.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (February 15, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
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2023-2024 Fishing License Valid through February
Reminder to purchase your 2024-2025 fishing license. Your 2023-2024 fishing license is valid for the rest of February.