Jun 7, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: TROUT DECLINE: FWP PROPOSES NEW REGULATIONS, INVESTS IN RESEARCH AND MONITORING
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks today announced new investments to research and monitor trout population declines in southwest Montana. […]
Jun 6, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Wetland Construction to Begin on the Slip and Slide Land Acquisition on the Gardiner Ranger District
Gardiner, MT -June 2, 2023 — Wetland restoration work on the recently acquired 583 acres of land, obtained through a land […]
Jun 6, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Missoula Resource Advisory Committee to Meet June 15
Missoula, MT, June 5, 2023 —The Missoula Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) is scheduled to meet in-person and virtually on June 15 […]
Jun 6, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Kathy Nash Presented with Director’s Award at the Annual Regional Lands Meeting
Bozeman, MT June 5, 2023 – Kathy Nash, the Team Lead for the Custer Gallatin National Forest East Side Land Zone, was honored […]
Jun 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Walleye Alfredo…yum!
If you’re reeling in eater walleyes, and you love fettuccine alfredo, then this recipe is for you!
Jun 5, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.5.23
Canyon Ferry: Walleye action has slowed up with the recent rainy weather. A few are being caught on bottom bouncers with green […]
Jun 4, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Nearly 100 pounds wins Rock Creek Walleye Tournament!
82 teams competed in the Rock Creek Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck Reservoir this weekend. The winning brought in nearly […]
Jun 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Yellowstone wolf population changes following heavy hunt
When Montana boosted its wolf hunting quota in hunting districts north of Yellowstone National Park two years ago, the effect […]
Jun 2, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Yellowstone National Park calls on visitors to protect wildlife and respect safety regulations
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Yellowstone provides millions of visitors one of the greatest wildlife viewing displays in North America. In recent days, some […]
Jun 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Alder Bridge Fishing Access Site closed temporarily
Flooding on Ruby River forces site closure ALDER – Flooding on the Ruby River has inundated Alder Bridge Fishing Access Site, […]
Jun 1, 2023 · Montana Grant
CORNER CROSSING!!!
A recent Corner Crossing case has been resolved in Wyoming. For those that don’t know, “Corner Crossing” means that you […]
Jun 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FWP issues statement on Wyoming corner crossing case
HELENA – In light of the recent U.S. Federal District Court Decision in Wyoming pertaining to the issue of corner crossing, Montana […]
Jun 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bicyclists encounter grizzly bear on Going to the Sun Rd
If you’re going to hit Going to the Sun Road in Glacier National Park on a bicycle, you have to […]
Jun 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
Deadline today, June 1, for antelope & elk/deer B license applications
The deadline for Montana hunters to apply for antelope and elk/deer B licenses is June 1. All applications must be […]
May 31, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
INVESTING IN AMERICA AGENDA TO INVEST NEARLY $27 MILLION IN RESTORATION WORK IN MONTANA
As part of the President’s Investing in America agenda, the Bureau of Land Management will invest $26.9 million from the […]
May 31, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
UPDATE: Hawaii man pleads guilty to intentionally disturbing wildlife in Yellowstone National Park
Clifford Walters of Hawaii pleaded guilty to one count of feeding, touching, teasing, frightening, or intentionally disturbing wildlife on May […]
May 31, 2023 · Angela Montana
Bear attacks man outside his Daytona Beach Home
Just because you’re going on vacation to Daytona Beach, Florida doesn’t mean you’re safe from bear attacks. There are quite […]
May 31, 2023 · Angela Montana
Dog snake-breaking clinic June 10
If you live in an area with rattlesnakes, which Montana has a lot of areas with them, this should interest […]
May 31, 2023 · Angela Montana
“The Bite is Here!” with Mo Fisch Charters
If you’re looking for the bite, Mo Fisch Charters found it on Flathead Lake! Here’s what they posted on their […]
May 30, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
INFORMATION SOUGHT ON GRIZZLY BEAR SHOT IN SANDERS COUNTY
KALISPELL – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are seeking information on a […]
May 29, 2023 · Angela Montana
“The Fallen” by Randall West: A Memorial Day tribute
Fragile is a single life the brave so freely give. Bound for immortality, their souls will surely live. Death, don’t […]
May 29, 2023 · Angela Montana
The origin of Memorial Day
Today, and every day, we honor those who gave all. But, do you know how Memorial Day came about? Here’s […]
May 28, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
ELK NETWORK WORLD ELK CALLING CHAMPIONSHIPS COMING TO BIG SKY COUNTRY
MISSOULA, Mont. — For the first time ever, Montana will host the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s World Elk Calling Championships, […]
May 28, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Public Comment Period Opens May 15 for an Easement Application on Fox Farm Road
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation Helena Unit of the Central Land Office has received an easement application […]
May 26, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
USDA Forest Service Invests $28.8 million into Deferred Maintenance Projects in the Northern Region (R1)
Missoula, MT, May 18, 2023 – Today, the USDA Forest Service Northern Region (R1) announced an investment of $28.8 million from the Great American Outdoors […]
May 26, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Application deadline for antelope and B licenses June 1
HELENA – Hunters have until June 1 to apply for antelope licenses as well as elk and deer B licenses. All […]
May 25, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Yellowstone cutthroat trout growing bigger
Thanks to intensive netting efforts that have knocked down invasive lake trout populations in Yellowstone Lake, the native cutthroat trout […]
May 24, 2023 · Angela Montana
Ten-year-old Turkey Hunter bags her bird!
Congratulations to 10-year-old newbie turkey hunter Kapri, from Cascade, who recently tagged her first gobbler while she was hunting with […]
May 22, 2023 · Angela Montana
Idaho poachers convicted for illegally hunting elk near Arco
We don’t particularly like to share negative news as much as we like to share positive news, but it is […]
May 22, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bear safety training event happening in Bozeman
FWP to host bear awareness workshop on June 13 to teach bear safety skills BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks […]
May 22, 2023 · Angela Montana
Spicy Perch with Bell Peppers and Lemon
If you have been reeling in the perch, here is an incredibly tasty-looking recipe for you to try. Click the […]
May 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Major weights Day 1 Crooked Creek Walleye Tournament on Fort Peck
The annual Crooked Creek Walleye Tournament on Fort Peck Reservoir is taking place out of the Fort Peck Dam […]
May 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Bear activity is picking up in Missoula neighborhoods and securing garbage is critical to preventing conflicts
MISSOULA — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wildlife staff have been busy responding to reports of bears looking for easy food […]
May 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Hungry Horse Dam Visitor Center to reopen daily Memorial Day weekend, tours return in June
HUNGRY HORSE, Mont. – Starting May 25, 2023, the Bureau of Reclamation’s Hungry Horse Dam Visitor Center will be open seven […]
May 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
DANGER: Elk calving season has begun in Yellowstone National Park; Be aware of your surroundings
Elk calving season has begun in Yellowstone National Park. Cow elk are much more aggressive towards people during the calving […]
May 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Hebgen Dam flow increasing May 26 to enhance Madison River trout spawning gravel
Butte, Mont. – May 19, 2023 – NorthWestern Energy will increase the volume of water releases from Hebgen Dam to flush […]
May 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana Trail Stewardship Grant Program announces 2023 awards
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks announced today that 31 trail organizations, communities and various land-managing agencies throughout Montana will […]
May 17, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: SNAKE PROGRAM AT FIRST PEOPLES BUFFALO JUMP STATE PARK
Great Falls – First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park will host a program on snakes at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 20. […]
May 15, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Public Review Begins for Westslope Cutthroat and Bull Trout Preservation Project in Gunsight Lake
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [May 15, 2023] – Glacier National Park is seeking public comment by June 14, 2023 on an environmental assessment proposing […]
May 15, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Fatality investigation in Yellowstone National Park
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – On the evening of Saturday, May 13, Yellowstone rangers responded to an incident on Craig Pass, […]
May 15, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Public invited to attend Tiber Reservoir Public Meeting
CHESTER, Mont. – The Bureau of Reclamation is scheduled to host a public meeting at the Chester Community/Senior Center at 618 E. […]
May 15, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Co-op’s Roundup for Safety program supports avalanche safety messaging
KALISPELL, Montana – At a May 11 meeting, Flathead Electric Cooperative’s Roundup for Safety Board of Directors awarded $16,200 to […]
May 15, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Unlocks 100,000 Acres of Public Land for Public Access
RYEGATE, Mont. – Providing public access to over 100,000 acres of public land, Governor Greg Gianforte today celebrated the grand […]
May 15, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.15.23
Canyon Ferry: Rainbows are being caught from shore on the north end of the reservoir at the Outhouse, Shannon and Hellgate […]
May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Nonresident hunters can sign up between May 15 and June 30 for Alternate’s List
HELENA – Beginning May 15 and running through June 30, nonresident hunters can register their name to the Alternate’s List on MyFWP. […]
May 12, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Lifting the closure of Reclamation lands on and adjacent to Joe’s Island
BILLINGS, Mont. ─ Reclamation announces lifting the closure of Reclamation lands on and adjacent to Joe’s Island on the south side of […]
May 12, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Yellowstone National Park hosts virtual public meeting on native fish conservation
Anglers, guides and fish enthusiasts- join us virtually to learn more about the Yellowstone Native Fish Conservation Program on Thursday, May 18. […]
May 12, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Lower Hyalite Road Opens May 16th
Bozeman, MT, May 12, 2023—The Custer Gallatin National Forest will delay the opening of some roads as scheduled on May […]
May 12, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Flathead National Forest seeks public comment on summer recreation special use permit proposal
Kalispell, MT, May 12, 2023 — The Flathead National Forest is requesting public input on the issuance of 25 temporary special […]
May 12, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Drawing results now available
HELENA – The drawings for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison licenses are complete. There are a few ways […]