May 16, 2024 · Angela Montana

People That Get “Too Close” Are Everywhere…

Yellowstone National Park isn’t the only place where people ignore rules.  These people are everywhere…even on the beaches of Mexico. […]

May 14, 2024 · Angela Montana

When Your Cat Is Not Your Cat…

From cozy catnaps to impromptu bear dens, our domestic pet beds are finding unexpected occupants in them from the wild. […]

May 13, 2024 · Angela Montana

Deer swept away at Niagara Falls

When a deer makes a bad decision and ends up in a really bad place….

May 13, 2024 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.13.24

Canyon Ferry: Rainbows fishing from shore has slowed down as the fish have moved into deeper water.  Boat anglers caught a few […]

May 13, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Injured hiker survived night in snow shelter in Hyalite Canyon

On May 11, 2024, at 8:04 AM, Gallatin County 911 Dispatch was notified of an overdue mountain biker/hiker, likely in […]

May 11, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Aurora borealis dances above Montana

These photos were taken from Elk Park and Butte.

May 9, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Flathead National Forest Campgrounds Prepare to Open for the Summer Season

Kalispell, MT, May 9, 2024 — Camping season is right around the corner here on the Flathead National Forest. The […]

May 9, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Fish Populations Bump Up in Big Hole; Good Water Year and Hard Work Paying Off

Wise River, MT – After six years of declining wild trout populations culminating in historic lows last year across the […]

May 9, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Corps Approves another Lake Level Variation

Polson, Montana — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) approved another request from Energy Keepers, Inc (EKI) to deviate […]

May 8, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Three bears euthanized in Missoula

MISSOULA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks trapped and euthanized three black bears today in Missoula that were responsible for […]

May 8, 2024 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Drawing results for moose, sheep, goat and bison now available

HELENA – Curious to know if you were successful in the drawings for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison licenses? […]

May 7, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Low Snow Year in Montana Results in Below Normal Water Supply Forecasts for the Upcoming Season

BOZEMAN, Mont., May 7, 2024 – Well above normal precipitation during April was needed given the meager snowpack conditions experienced […]

May 7, 2024 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 510

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears will close in Black Bear […]

May 7, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reports slight increase in park visits for 2023

HELENA – The outdoor opportunities at Montana’s state parks are no secret to those who like to recreate. Last year, […]

May 6, 2024 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 700

HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting with hounds of all black bears will close in […]

May 6, 2024 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Bowhunter Education course scheduled at Billings Rod and Gun Club

Registration open until Friday, May 10 BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has scheduled an in-person Bowhunter Education course at […]

May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

UM LEADS WITH FISHERIES EDUCATION AND RESEARCH

By Emily Senkosky and Elizabeth Harrison UM News Service MISSOULA – Whether it’s strapping into wetsuits to snorkel for data or […]

May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Termination Order: Spring Road Closures on Libby Ranger District

The spring road closure that was in effect on the Libby Ranger District has been terminated (view termination here) and the roads […]

May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Helena-Lewis and Clark Resource Advisory Committee to convene May 9

HELENA, Mont. – May 3, 2024 — On May 9 the Helena-Lewis and Clark Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will meet to […]

May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Notice of Intent to Conduct Mineral Exploration

Hamilton, MT — The Bitterroot National has received a Notice of Intent (NOI) to conduct mineral exploration from U.S. Critical Materials […]

May 1, 2024 · Angela Montana

Feeding wildlife is never a good idea…regardless of how you do it

Feeding wildlife might seem like a kind gesture, but it’s important to remember that it can do more harm than […]

Apr 30, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Vandal poisons thousands of young salmon

REEDSPORT, Ore. — Nearly 18,000 young salmon died after a vandal poured bleach into a Douglas County fish hatchery tank […]

Apr 29, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Man approached bison too closely in Yellowstone National Park and was injured

A 40-year-old male, Clarence Yoder, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, approached a bison too closely (within 25 yards) on the afternoon […]

Apr 28, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

FWP SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR TRAIL PROJECT ON WILD HORSE ISLAND ON FLATHEAD LAKE

KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking volunteers for a trail maintenance project on Wild Horse Island on Flathead […]

Apr 28, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

BLM issues decision on Left Coulee Access

SOUTH BLAINE COUNTY, Mont. – Bureau of Land Management officials signed a Decision Record and Finding of No Significant Impact for […]

Apr 26, 2024 · Angela Montana

Application Deadline for Moose, Sheep, Goat, Bison Approaching

Reminder! The deadline to apply for moose, sheep, goat, and bison permits is May 1st (because “May the 4th be […]

Apr 25, 2024 · Angela Montana

Creamy Wild Turkey Veggie Pasta

Get ready to elevate your dinner game with a Creamy Wild Turkey Veggie Pasta recipe! Packed with savory flavors, this […]

Apr 24, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Clark Fork River produces new state record Westslope cutthroat trout

Post Falls angler releases record trout Congratulations to Daniel Whitesitt of Post Falls, Idaho on landing a new Catch-and-Release state […]

Apr 24, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Governor Gianforte Celebrates Opening of Public Archery Range in Big Arm

BIG ARM, Mont. – Today, Governor Greg Gianforte and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP) Director Dustin Temple celebrated the […]

Apr 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

“Bird Day” celebration scheduled for May 4 at Spring Meadow State Park

HELENA, Mont. – April 16, 2024 — This year’s celebration of World Migratory Bird Day will take place at Montana Fish, […]

Apr 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Seasonal Roads Opening Today on Seeley Lake Ranger District

Seeley Lake, Mont., April 19, 2024 – The seasonal roads designated to open May 1 on the Seeley Lake Ranger District […]

Apr 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

A long trip home: One steelhead’s journey to the Potlatch River

It’s springtime in Idaho, and that means adult steelhead are returning to their birthplace to spawn the next generation of […]

Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

UM Launches Campaign to Build Environment and Conservation Hub

MISSOULA – The University of Montana Foundation and the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation announce the launch of “Treasure Montana: […]

Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Reminder to turn in Kootenai River creel packets by May 1 for a chance to win prizes!

Idaho Fish and Game is reminding burbot anglers on the Kootenai River to turn in their creel packets by May […]

Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Adenovirus Hemorrhagic Disease suspected as culprit in Upper Snake moose mortalities

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has investigated a recent surge in moose mortalities across the Upper Snake Region. […]

Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Grizzly bear euthanized due to cattle depredation in Washakie County

A grizzly bear was euthanized Monday after confirmed cattle depredation on private land south of Ten Sleep. On April 14, […]

Apr 17, 2024 · Angela Montana

Opening Day Spring Turkey

Justin Dyon bagged his first spring gobbler of the season on opening day, according to Hunt Montana.  Congratulations!

Apr 16, 2024 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunting permit drawing results now available

HELENA – The drawings for Montana deer and elk permits and for nonresident combination licenses are complete and applicants can check […]

Apr 15, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Record Low Snowpack Results in Abnormally Dry to Severe Drought Conditions This Spring

HELENA, Mont. –  Today, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) released the 2024 Montana Water Supply Outlook Report, […]

Apr 11, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Lolo National Forest welcomes new District Ranger to the Plains-Thompson Falls Ranger District

Thompson Falls, Mont., April 8, 2024 — The Lolo National Forest is pleased to announce the selection of Curtis Rintz […]

Apr 11, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

594-6497 Remembering the Mann Gulch Fire 75 years later

HELENA, Mont. – April 10, 2024 – This summer, the USDA Forest Service, Montana Discovery Foundation, National Smokejumpers Association, and […]

Apr 11, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Missoula woman sentenced to more than two years in prison for stealing two U.S. Forest Service pickup trucks

MISSOULA — A Missoula woman who admitted to stealing property from the U.S. Forest Service was sentenced today to two […]

Apr 11, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Overlook Gates Opening Monday

Polson, Montana – The gates to the SKQ Overlook will be opening soon. On April 15 the gates to the […]

Apr 11, 2024 · Angela Montana

Is it hunting season yet?

When it’s time to hit the hills (or mountains in some cases) and get out to try and tag some […]

Apr 10, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Wilderness Speaker Series concludes with Artist Wilderness Connection Panel at FVCC

The third and final installment in the 2024 Wilderness Speaker Series will feature a panel of local artists who have […]

Apr 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Snowy February Weather Tapers off, More Snow is Needed to Improve this Summer’s Water Supply Outlook

Given the lack of precipitation from November through most of January in Montana, above normal precipitation was needed over the […]

Apr 4, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Yellowstone National Park expands access to allow for year-round fishing in two locations

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Beginning Nov. 1, 2024, Yellowstone National Park will expand fishing access by allowing for year-round […]

Apr 4, 2024 · Angela Montana

Exclusive Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Talks with Chris McFadden of Townsend Marine

This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale had a great conversation with Chris McFadden, Owner of […]

Apr 4, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Corps Approves Flathead Lake Level Variation

Polson, Montana — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) approved a request from Energy Keepers, Inc (EKI) to deviate from the […]

Apr 3, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan

Warden intercepts mussel-fouled boat after driver neglects to stop at inspection station

HELENA – A Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks warden stopped a driver pulling a ski boat after he drove past an aquatic […]