Nov 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
R2 Check Station Harvest Results – 2nd Week
Early season reports show steady elk and deer harvests across west-central Montana…
Nov 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
R1 Check Station Harvest Results – 2nd Week
Northwest Montana hunters are finding success despite fewer hitting the field this season…
Nov 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP reaffirms position on corner-crossing in Montana
In case you didn't hear…
Nov 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP releases deer, elk and black bear regulations proposals
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks released proposals for 2026/2027 deer, elk and black bear regulations for public comment.
Oct 31, 2025 · Angela Montana
Whitebird Fishing Access Site reopens to motorized vehicles
BILLINGS – The Whitebird Fishing Access Site (FAS) is now open to motor vehicle traffic. The FAS closed to motorized access […]
Oct 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Your Season, Your Say…FWP Seeks Input on 2026–27 Hunting Regs
FWP is hitting the road (and the web) to share proposed 2026–27 hunting regs—join a meeting near you, weigh in on the changes, and help shape Montana’s next hunting seasons before the Dec. 4 commission vote.
Oct 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Final Salmon Egg Collection Finished on Fort Peck
Fort Peck Hatchery wrapped up a successful season!
Oct 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
R5 Check Station Results for Opening Weekend
Warm weather marked the opening of Montana’s 2025 big game season, with hunter turnout and harvest results varying widely across south-central check stations…
Oct 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
R4 Check Station Results for 2025 Opening Weekend
Hunters saw higher success rates and strong harvest numbers during the 2025 opening weekend along the Rocky Mountain Front, with deer and elk harvests well above average.
Oct 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Wardens seeking information on unlawfully killed bull elk
Be on the lookout!
Oct 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
R1 Check Station Results for Opening Weekend
Northwest Montana’s general deer and elk season opened strong, with hunters reporting higher success on white-tailed deer and elk compared to last year, as the 2025 season gets underway through Nov..
Oct 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Full fishing closure lifted on section of Big Hole River
The full fishing closure on the upper Big Hole River has been lifted after flows improved—just in time for anglers to enjoy fall fishing before spawning closures remain downstream…
Oct 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
R2 Check Station Results from Opening Weekend
Region 2 Check Station Results are in…
Oct 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Notice of Bighorn Sheep Closure HD 303
attention bighorn sheep hunters….
Oct 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Roundup Mule Deer Management Hunt scheduled to begin early December
Licenses go on sale November 4; only archery equipment allowed..
Oct 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Notice of Bighorn Sheep Closure HD 500
Attention bighorn sheep hunters…
Oct 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Notice of Fall Black Bear Closure BMU 700
Attention black bear hunters..
Oct 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
Attention Swan Permit Holders
Attention to swan permit holders..
Oct 11, 2025 · Angela Montana
Whitebird Fishing Access site closed to motorized vehicles
Notice of closure!
Oct 9, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Tips sought on vandalism at Kelly Island Fishing Access Site
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a vandalism that occurred last month at the Kelly Island Fishing Access Site (FAS) Spurgin Road entrance in Missoula.
Oct 8, 2025 · Angela Montana
Section of Big Hole River reopens to fishing
Reopening of a section of the Big Hole River….
Oct 7, 2025 · Angela Montana
Pheasant hunting season to open October 11
Get ready, hunters — pheasant season opens Oct. 11, and FWP is releasing thousands of birds statewide for an action-packed opener!
Oct 7, 2025 · Angela Montana
Chinook salmon spawn and egg collection effort
It’s salmon season in Montana—FWP crews are out collecting Chinook for spawning, so watch for electrofishing activity and snag responsibly as the fall run heats up…
Oct 6, 2025 · Angela Montana
CWD sampling available during archery, general season in south-central MT
Montana hunters can get free, fast CWD testing in Billings this season, helping FWP track and manage the fatal deer disease spreading across the state.
Oct 6, 2025 · Angela Montana
Montana Beaver Transplant Program Environmental Assessment out for review
Montana FWP is seeking public comment on a proposed Beaver Transplant Program that aims to restore habitats, reduce conflicts, and boost natural water resilience across the state.
Oct 6, 2025 · Angela Montana
New agenda item added to Thursday’s Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting
MT’s Fish and Wildlife Commission will weigh a proposed change to 2025 deer hunting rules after a surge of hemorrhagic and bluetongue viruses hit whitetail populations in the northeast…
Oct 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Large predator relocation notification law goes into effect
New law requires public notification before relocating large predators…
Oct 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
Waterfowl season opens Saturday
Montana’s waterfowl season opens Oct. 4, with new zones, a collectible bird stamp, and plenty of ducks, geese—and even swans (by permit) waiting for hunters.
Oct 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
Angling brings more than $1 billion to Montana’s economy, study shows
Montana’s world-class fishing isn’t just a pastime—it reeled in $1.27 billion in spending and supported over 15,000 jobs in 2024…
Sep 29, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fire restrictions lifted on FWP sites in Stillwater County
Notice for Stillwater County..
Sep 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fire restrictions lifted for FWP lands in Big Horn County
Attention if you're recreating in Big Horn County…
Sep 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
Revamped Hunter Landowner Stewardship Program launches
Montana hunters who complete the revamped Hunter Landowner Stewardship Program can sharpen their ethics, learn to respect private land, and enter to win outdoor gear.
Sep 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bird hunters should be aware of highly pathogenic avian influenza in wild birds
As waterfowl season opens Oct. 4, Montana FWP urges hunters and bird owners to stay vigilant against highly pathogenic avian influenza, a virus still impacting wild birds, poultry, and even some mammals.
Sep 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
Notice of Fall Black Bear Closure in BMU 520
Hunting closure alert…
Sep 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
Notice of Bighorn Sheep Closure HD 501
Notice of closure…
Sep 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Bull’s Backyard Adventure
When a backyard becomes a moose obstacle course….
Sep 9, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
Sep 9, 2025 · Angela Montana
Deadline to purchase Bonus Points is September 30
Hunters have until Sept. 30 to purchase bonus points.
Sep 8, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
Sep 8, 2025 · Angela Montana
BMU 520 Pending Closure
Attention black bear archery hunters….
Sep 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fishing restrictions to be lifted on the Sun River today
Cast off—Sun River fishing restrictions end today…
Sep 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
Sep 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
Sep 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
Sep 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
Sep 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fishing restrictions adjusted on some Montana rivers
Notice of adjustments to fishing restrictions…
Sep 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…"
Aug 31, 2025 · Angela Montana
Reminders for upland game bird hunters and archers
Upland bird and archery openers are coming fast—don’t forget the bear spray…
Aug 31, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…
Aug 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
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…