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Fishing restrictions lifted today on sections of several rivers
Cooler water temps mean fishing restrictions are lifted on the Upper Bitterroot, Upper Madison, and Shields rivers—but low flows have forced a full closure on the North Fork Blackfoot to protect bull trout…
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Deadline to purchase Bonus Points is September 30
Hunters have until Sept. 30 to purchase bonus points.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.8.25
Canyon Ferry’s walleyes are on the chew, with bottom bouncers and bright colors pulling fish from the depths for anglers willing to chase them…
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Fishing restrictions to be lifted on the Sun River today
Cast off—Sun River fishing restrictions end today…
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Full Curl Wildlife Management Area reopens Sept. 4
The Knowles Fire has cooled enough for Full Curl WMA to reopen, but hazard trees and loose rocks still lurk…
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FWP Hunter Ed Field Day Set for Conrad
Ready to hunt this fall? FWP’s hunter education field day in Conrad could be your ticket…
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Fishing restrictions to be lifted on the Blackfoot and Upper Rock Creek Thursday
Fishing restrictions on the Blackfoot River and upper Rock Creek will be lifted Sept. 4 as cooler water temperatures ease stress on fish…
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Mule deer fawn shot, left to waste on Billings Rod and Gun Club archery range
Warden seeks public’s help after a mule deer fawn was found shot with an arrow and left to waste…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.2.25
The perch bite has been amazing lately inside the Canyon and around other points and weed beds throughout Holter while using jigs and worms…”
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Reminders for upland game bird hunters and archers
Upland bird and archery openers are coming fast—don’t forget the bear spray…
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Hoot-owl fishing restrictions to be lifted, adjusted on several Montana rivers
Cooler temps let FWP lift hoot-owl restrictions on multiple Montana rivers, with the Madison shifting from closure to hoot-owl…
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Hunter Education courses scheduled in south-central Montana
Learn firearm safety, hunting ethics, and outdoor skills from experienced instructors at free, in-person Hunter Education courses now open for registration across south-central MT…
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Polson, Ronan, Pablo Hunters Education Class Announced
Gear up for the season—free Hunter Education classes in Polson, Ronan, and Pablo start Sept. 30th; register now to secure your spot!
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Upland Gamebird Forecast for NE Montana
Mild winters, summer rains, and shifting habitats—see what that means for your fall bird hunts….
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Anglers can take precautions to avoid accidentally catching bull trout
Montana’s bull trout need cold, clear water to survive—anglers can help protect them this summer…
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Chief Plenty Coups State Park to celebrate Day of Honor August 30
Celebrate 30 years of stories at Chief Plenty Coups State Park’s Day of Honor on Aug. 30 with food, music, and a tribute to the last traditional chief of the Apsáalooke…
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Commission amendments proposed for August agenda items
From trapping setbacks to wolf quotas, Montana’s Fish and Wildlife Commission is weighing a list of rule tweaks — and you have until Aug. 17 to sound off…
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 8.4.25
Walleye action is hot across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter reservoirs….
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Hoot-owl fishing restrictions to take effect Saturday on Blackfoot River
Take notice of the Blackfoot River restrictions..
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How One Montana Cabin is Keeping Grizzlies Out—Safely
This mountain-front cabin may be remote, but it’s at the center of Montana’s evolving grizzly story…
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Emergency closure issued for portion of Sun River
Sun River temporarily closed near Pishkun Road Bridge…
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Hunter, bowhunter, and trapper education classes offered in Glasgow in August
Whether you’re chasing deer or setting traps, Glasgow’s August classes will point you in the right direction….
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Decision Notice – BLM Ninemile Beaver Dam Analogues FWP-DN-FSH-124-R2-25-030
FWP approves a plan to boost stream health with beaver dam analogues, no animal engineers required.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.28.25
Walleye, perch, rainbows, and kokanee are all biting across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter, with early mornings, trolling rigs, and a variety of baits proving key to success…
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FWP releases Bear Relocation Dashboard
New bear relocation dashboard available for black bears and grizzlies..
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Some BMAs in south-central Montana change reservation dates
New reservation dates are set for several popular Block Management Areas—plan your 2025 hunt now….
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Antelope drawing date determined by wildlife surveys
Late antelope drawings = better data, smarter quotas, and more accurate opportunities.
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Full fishing closure takes effect Wednesday on section of Big Hole River
The Big Hole is heating up—full fishing closures and hoot-owl restrictions are now in effect.
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.21.25
Walleye fishing is great across the Helena area reservoirs..
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Full fishing closure takes effect Saturday on section of Big Hole River
Full fishing closure takes effect Saturday on section of Big Hole River..
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FWP confirms natural fish kill in Laurel Pond caused by low oxygen
A recent fish die-off at Laurel Pond has been traced to low oxygen—not pollution…
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Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect on all FWP properties in Phillips County
New fire restrictions in effect…
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Surplus drawing license opportunities to be randomized
Successful hunters to be contacted through email…
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Hoot-owl restrictions take effect Wednesday on section of Bitterroot River
Note the new hoot owl restrictions on the Bitterroot River…
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FWP lands in Beaverhead County are now under Stage I fire restrictions.
Flames are out, stoves are in—Stage I fire restrictions are now in effect…
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.14.25
Walleye and rainbow action is hot at Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter reservoirs!
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New hoot-owl restrictions go into effect on some rivers in southwest, central Montana
Note the following rivers and their hoot-owl restrictions…
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Big Rock Fishing Access Site to temporarily close beginning July 21 due to construction improvement project
Big Rock Fishing Access is getting a facelift;…
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Fish and Wildlife Commission scheduled to meet Aug. 21
Moose tags, river closures, and fish habitat make the agenda as FWP gears up for a their August meeting.
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FWP releases 2024 wolf report; population relatively stable despite increase in harvest
Montana’s wolf numbers are holding steady statewide, but Region 3 continues to see a slow decline as hunting, trapping, and management efforts take effect…
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FWP proposes changes to wolf regulations in effort to increase harvest
Commission to make final decision at August meeting…
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Nonresident hunters can now check their Alternate List status online
The Alternate List gives nonresident hunters a second shot at a Montana combo tag—check your spot now on MyFWP….
