Apr 24, 2023 · Angela Montana

Flathead Area Fishing Report by the Macman 4.23.23

Here is the latest fishing report from the Macman: Fishermen: Perch are biting at East Bay.  We caught 200 and […]

Apr 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

Meanwhile, in Florida…

Some locations in Montana woke up to snow this morning that started again this afternoon, and that has social media […]

Apr 21, 2023 · Angela Montana

Wolverine vs. Black Bear [VIDEO]

Okay, okay…yes, we know the quality of the footage below is not exactly great, but it still is a reminder, […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fishing Urban Waters – Laurel Pond

If you have heard of people fishing the Laurel Pond, but you would like to know a little bit more […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson – 4.20.23

Fresno is 95% full with 424 cfs inflow and 449 cfs out flow. No fishing reports, as there are large […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Brett French reports: Bighorn River rebound

Following high flows from 2017 through 2019 the Bighorn River’s trout populations took a hit. But since 2019, the river’s […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

Black bear and grizzly bear

It is always cool to see wildlife being wildlife..as long as they don’t see you or don’t consider you a […]

Apr 20, 2023 · Angela Montana

This is not the first animal you want to see while you’re hunting

This is a scary sight to see while you’re out hunting.  Hopefully, sooner rather than later, we will be able […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Flathead Resource Advisory Committee accepting proposals for 2023

Kalispell, Montana, April 19, 2023— The Flathead National Forest on behalf of the Flathead County Resource Advisory Committee, has rescheduled a […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Health Officials Urge Caution Around Sick Animals

State health officials are asking the public to be cautious and take steps to prevent exposure to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Detection of Avian Influenza Confirmed in Montana

Helena, Mont. –  On Friday April 14, 2023, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a Rosebud County […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunter education course scheduled in Roundup

BILLINGS – Registration is now open for an in-person hunter education course in Roundup. Orientation for the course will take place […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Jerry Johnston Memorial Tough Guy Tournament date moved

The Jordan Walleyes Unlimited chapter shared that the Jerry Johnston Memorial Tough Guy Tournament is being moved to Saturday, May […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Spearfishing at Fort Peck [VIDEO]

Have you tried spear fishing? Here’s a video posted by Get The Net Guide Service & Eagle Charters LLC that […]

Apr 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: TREE PLANTING EVENT PLANNED FOR APRIL 22 AT MILLTOWN STATE PARK FOR EARTH DAY

MILLTOWN — Join Milltown State Park staff on Saturday, April 22nd to celebrate Earth Day by planting trees. All interested volunteers […]

Apr 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 4.17.23

Canyon Ferry:  The rainbow trout bite is really picking up throughout the reservoir as fish are cruising the shorelines.  Rainbows are being […]

Apr 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Spring Mack Days: Week 5 Update

Flathead Lake Spring Mack Days 2023 is moving into the sixth week of the nine-week long event. Sponsored by the […]

Apr 18, 2023 · Angela Montana

Public comments requested for draft chronic wasting disease surveilance and Emergency Response Plan

The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Wildlife Management Program is seeking comments on a Draft Chronic Wasting Disease Surveillance and […]

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Montana Deer & Elk Draw Results Are Out — Check Now

Montana deer, elk, and nonresident combo license draw results are available. Log into MyFWP to see if you drew — refunds and licenses explained.

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Opening Day of Turkey Season was Successful

Scott Willumsen, from Missoula,and his nephew, Jaxon Enderson, bagged a couple of nice turkeys on Saturday during opening day in […]

Apr 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bear spotted with jar stuck on head

Have you ever seen a bear, or another animal, in a similar situation? (Click the image below)

Apr 17, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

DEQ Proposes to List the Middle Segment of the Gallatin River as Impaired

HELENA—The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is proposing to list the middle segment of the Gallatin River, from Yellowstone National Park to Spanish Creek, […]

Apr 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: PARTIAL CLOSURE AT EIGHT MILE FORD FISHING ACCESS SITE LIFTED

ENNIS – A partial closure at Eight Mile Ford Fishing Access Site has been lifted. The boat ramp at this […]

Apr 14, 2023 · Angela Montana

Never Underestimate a Feline

Some people underestimate some species of wildlife…

Apr 13, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Closures, restrictions of fishing access sites and wildlife management area along Milk River in northeast Montana

Malta – Melting snow and recent rain has swelled the Milk River over its banks at several locations along the […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Select Yellowstone National Park roads open to public April 21

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, select roads in Yellowstone National Park will open […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: FWP seeking comment on proposals for June commission meeting

Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting June 8, comment deadline May 11 HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Mud season is here on Beaverhead Deerlodge National Forest

Good afternoon, Montanans (and visitors!) and welcome to mud season! Roads and trails on the B-D are a sloppy, soupy, […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Yellowstone National Park’s Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel spring 2023 opening delayed

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Yellowstone National Park’s Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel spring 2023 opening has been delayed until the wastewater […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: AREA TURKEY POPULATIONS STABLE AHEAD OF SPRING OPENER

MILES CITY – Montana’s spring turkey season is set to open on Saturday, April 15. Southeast Montana’s turkey populations are […]

Apr 13, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: SPRING TURKEY HUNTING SEASON OPENS APRIL 15

HELENA – Montana’s spring male turkey season opens April 15. Turkey hunters can purchase a turkey license for a general area […]

Apr 12, 2023 · Angela Montana

When the unexpected happens

Well, that was unexpected! Have you ever had wildlife inside your home?  If so, what happened?

Apr 11, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Western Wyoming Pronghorn and Mule Deer Suffer Losses

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has growing concern over the potential impact of this year’s severe winter on both […]

Apr 11, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Zinke Calls for Investigation into Recreation.gov Contract & Glacier National Park Reservation System

(COLUMBIA FALLS, MT) – Today, Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke called on the National Park Service to open an investigation into […]

Apr 11, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation names new executive director

The Bob Marshall Wilderness Foundation has named Clifford Kipp as the non-profit’s next Executive Director. Kipp joins the Foundation after […]

Apr 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Taking a dip

People aren’t the only ones who like swimming pools! CLICK HERE  

Apr 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

X-ray of python eaten by cottonmouth

We don’t have an invasive species issue involving Burmese pythons in Montana like Florida does, thank goodness.  However, here is […]

Apr 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

Dirt biking in bear country

Bears don’t mess around, so make sure if you are ever confronted by a bear that you don’t mess around, […]

Apr 11, 2023 · Angela Montana

2023 Spring Mack Days 4th Week Update

An Easter Surprise and a catch of a lifetime happened for Bryan Long of Columbia Falls over the fourth weekend […]

Apr 10, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

RIVER GROUP LOOKS TO BOOST RIVER SAFETY, STEWARDSHIP & CITIZEN SCIENCE ON THREE FORKS OF THE FLATHEAD WILD AND SCENIC RIVER

Flathead Rivers Alliance (FRA) announces 2023 River Ambassador and River Recreation/Citizen Scientist volunteer program trainings ahead of float season to enhance river […]

Apr 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: Hunter education course scheduled at Billings Rod and Gun Club

Accelerated format will involve live-fire field day  BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has scheduled an accelerated hunter education […]

Apr 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: HUNTER EDUCATION CLASS OFFERED IN DILLON

BOZEMAN – A Hunter Education class will be offered in Dillon this month. The class will be April 24-28 at […]

Apr 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

Polar Bear Hunts Caribou – First Ever Recorded Video

Wow!  Have you ever seen a polar bear hunting a caribou?  If you haven’t seen it in person, and you […]

Apr 10, 2023 · Angela Montana

How steep is too steep for you?

It’s springtime, and the snow is melting in a lot of Montana, but some people are still skiing. If you’re […]

Apr 7, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Custer Gallatin National Forest Begins Scoping on Rendezvous Nordic Ski Area Improvements Project

BOZEMAN, MT (April 7, 2023)— The Custer Gallatin National Forest today announced a 30-day public scoping period to start the […]

Apr 6, 2023 · Angela Montana

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 4.6.23

Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]

Apr 6, 2023 · Angela Montana

MTSFW 13th Annual Pig Roast Fundraiser, April 22nd

MARK YOUR CALENDARS, FOLKS!  Montana Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife (MTSFW) is hosting their 13th Annual Pig Roast Fundraiser at […]

Apr 5, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: BECOMING AN OUTDOORS WOMAN VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTORS SOUGHT

MILES CITY – If you have a particular outdoor skill and are interested in sharing it with others, you might make […]

Apr 5, 2023 · Angela Montana

FWP News: YORK’S ISLANDS FISHING ACCESS SITE REOPENED

TOWNSEND – York’s Islands Fishing Access Site on the Missouri River has reopened. The site was closed in December due […]

Apr 5, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan

Fire Science Expert to Speak at UM

Fire Science Expert to Speak at UM – There are three ingredients needed for fire: fuel to burn, hot and dry conditions, […]