Feb 6, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Elk captured in Pioneer Mountains test negative for brucellosis
DILLON – As part of a multi-year Targeted Elk Brucellosis Surveillance Project, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) staff recently […]
Feb 5, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Politicians, activist groups weigh in on possible grizzly de-listing
Congressman Zinke Reacts to The USFWS Delisting Grizzly Bears from ESA Protections Today, Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke reacted to the […]
Feb 5, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Daines, Rosendale, Zinke Push for Local Engagement in American Prairie Reserve Grazing Proposal
U.S. CONGRESS – U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Representatives Matt Rosendale and Ryan Zinke sent a letter urging the Biden administration […]
Feb 4, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Annual Climbing Restrictions in Mill Creek Canyon
Hamilton, MT, February 2 — Even though spring doesn’t arrive until next month, the Stevensville Ranger District is reminding everyone of […]
Feb 4, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Construction operations to temporarily close West Side Reservoir Road #895
Kalispell, MT February 3, 2023 – Beginning Tuesday, February 21, 2023, the West Side Reservoir Road, Forest Road #895, along the west side […]
Feb 4, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana mushers dominate Idaho Sled Dog Challenge
Race reputed to be one of the toughest Iditarod and Yukon Quest qualifiersCASCADE, Idaho (Feb. 3, 2023) — With Montana […]
Feb 4, 2023 · Angela Montana
Montana Outdoor Podcast: Ice Fishing on Montana’s Hi-Line
This week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast; Ice Fishing on Montana’s Hi-Line Has Just Dropped! Get The Secrets to Ice Fishing […]
Feb 3, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Service to initiate grizzly bear status review in the Northern Continental Divide and Greater Yellowstone ecosystems
ENVER — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has completed the initial review of three petitions filed to remove the grizzly […]
Feb 3, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
FWP seeking input on proposed project to benefit westslope cutthroat trout in Flathead tributaries
KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public input on efforts to benefit native westslope cutthroat trout in tributaries […]
Feb 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Water Elevation could Rise 4.6 feet by mid Summer
Darin McMurry from USARMY CORP reports that as of February 1st, things are looking good in the basic forecast, which, […]
Feb 3, 2023 · Angela Montana
MORS Gary “The Perchman” Pearson has died
It is with great sorrow that the Captain and the crew announce the death of Gary Pearson, a long-time crew […]
Feb 2, 2023 · Angela Montana
Gordon Ramsay’s Venison With A Red Wine & Chocolate Sauce Recipe
Just because you have red wine and chocolate sauce in the same sentence as venison doesn’t mean you should write […]
Feb 1, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
UM study shows more destructive wildfires are caused by humans
NEW STUDY FINDS HUMANS CAUSE MORE DESTRUCTIVE WILDFIRES IN THE WEST MISSOULA – More than three times as many houses and […]
Feb 1, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: HUNTING FOR ALL MOUNTAIN LIONS TO CLOSE IN LION MANAGEMENT UNITS 391, 210
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all mountain lions will close in Lion Management […]
Jan 31, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for all mountain lions to close in lion management units 391, 210
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all mountain lions will close in Lion Management […]
Jan 31, 2023 · Angela Montana
DRAFT STATEWIDE GRIZZLY BEAR MANAGEMENT PLAN COMMENT, DEADLINE FEB. 4
FWP is seeking public comment on a draft plan and environmental impact statement to guide the long-term management and conservation […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Western leaders embrace radical land-transfer idea in misguided attempt to solve housing crisis
From the Center for Western Priorities DENVER—Western lawmakers and leaders are rallying behind a disingenuous argument to solve the housing […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Wild Montana and Wild Montana Action Fund Announce 14th Annual Picture Wild Montana Photo Contest
Prizes for winning photos include a $300 grand prize, Mystery Ranch and Patagonia packs, Oboz footwear, and more. Helena, […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Glacier National Park 2023 Vehicle Reservations Open February 1
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [January 30, 2023] – Glacier National Park reminds visitors that 2023 vehicle reservations become available on Recreation.gov starting February 1, […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Group sues USFWS over Big Hole irrigation
From the The Center for Biological Diversity GREAT FALLS, Mont.— Conservationists sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today seeking protections for […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Lolo National Forest Plan Revision February Preview
Thank you to everyone who attended our January public engagement events – we had great participation for our first webinars, […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Landowners have until March 15 to apply for FWP public access to public lands programs
HELENA – Landowners have until March 15 to submit applications to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for enrollment in the Unlocking […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for male mountain lions to close in lion management unit 104
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions will close in Hunting District […]
Jan 30, 2023 · Angela Montana
The simplest and the best walleye hot dip you will ever make
Just when you think you have tried some good walleye recipes, you come across this easy peasy recipe:
Jan 30, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: FLATHEAD RESERVATION FISH AND WILDLIFE BOARD TO MEET IN FEBRUARY, MARCH
KALISPELL — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet in February and March. All interested persons are invited to […]
Jan 28, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana musher takes 2nd at Warm Lake Stage Race in Idaho
The results of the new Idaho Sled Dog Challenge event for mushers new to the sport or running new sled dog teams — the Warm Lake […]
Jan 28, 2023 · Angela Montana
New Episode of The Montana Outdoor Podcast Dropping after MORS Today!
Be sure to check out the new episode of The Montana Outdoor Podcast! This week’s episode features a fascinating interview […]
Jan 27, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in lion management unit 319
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Hunting District (HD) […]
Jan 27, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Avalanche Warning issued for numerous Montana mountain ranges
BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WARNING The Flathead Avalanche Center in Hungry Horse has issued a BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WARNING for the following […]
Jan 27, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: EIGHT MEN SENTENCED FOR GARFIELD COUNTY WILDLIFE VIOLATIONS
Sentenced to nearly $25,000 in restitution MILES CITY – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently wrapped up a case involving multiple […]
Jan 26, 2023 · Angela Montana
Ice Fishing Song
If you’re after some new music, then you probably want to check out this ice fishing song that you can […]
Jan 26, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: Nonresident hunting license sales climb despite cap
Almost 50 years ago, Montana hunters and legislators thought there were too many nonresident hunters on the landscape, so a […]
Jan 26, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Skijoring returns to Whitefish, Lewistown this weekend
If you are looking to spectate a wild show this week, you might want to stop by Whitefish or Lewistown. […]
Jan 25, 2023 · Angela Montana
Check out The Montana Outdoor Podcast!
It is official! The Montana Outdoor Podcast This week’s episode features a fascinating interview with Eddie Mindt from the Lakeridge […]
Jan 25, 2023 · Angela Montana
How some Canadians Hard Water Fish
A new trend in ice fishing? What do you think of these Canadians’ technique?
Jan 25, 2023 · Angela Montana
Wild Turkey Crunchwrap – YUM
Many people aren’t fans of eating wild turkey, while many people believe it is all about how you prepare it. […]
Jan 25, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Congress Delivers Big Win for Deer, Elk and Hunters
from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation MISSOULA, Mont. — Critical financial help is on the way for researchers and game […]
Jan 24, 2023 · Angela Montana
Elk appearing on trail cameras in central and western Iowa
According to a press release dated January 10, 2023 by Iowa Department of Natural Resources, elk are wandering to Iowa […]
Jan 24, 2023 · Angela Montana
Wildlife Advocates Sue Feds for Trapping, Relocating, and Killing Problem Grizzlies
Oh goodness. Have you heard? On Jan. 18 the Western Environmental Law Center filed a lawsuit on behalf of three Montana-based […]
Jan 24, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE OPEN TO REGISTRATION IN GREAT FALLS
GREAT FALLS — An in-person Hunter Education course is now open for registration in Great Falls. There is no charge to […]
Jan 23, 2023 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Ice Fishing Report 1.23.23
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
Jan 23, 2023 · Angela Montana
Coyote Down
Trayton Thomas from Jordan, Montana is quite the coyote hunter. Thomas shot this coyote at 60 yards after calling him […]
Jan 23, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
BLM to host public meeting in Billings for input on potential updates to solar energy program
BILLINGS, Montana — As part of its ongoing effort to support responsible renewable energy development on public lands, the Bureau of […]
Jan 23, 2023 · Moosetrack Megan
Lolo National Forest Invites Public Participation as Forest Plan Revision Begins
Missoula, Mont., Jan. 5, 2023—The Lolo National Forest and Plan Revision Team will start the new year by launching a series of public […]
Jan 23, 2023 · Angela Montana
Moose attacks and injures Ketchum woman
A woman was injured in her own driveway after a moose attacked her a week-and-a-half ago. Here is the press […]
Jan 20, 2023 · Angela Montana
Men save pet from enormous snake
Living in Montana, anacondas are not something we have to worry about getting our pets. We have bears, mountain lions, […]
Jan 19, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for mountain lions to close in lion management units 413 and 690
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of mountain lions will close in: Hunting District (HD) 413 for male mountain […]
Jan 19, 2023 · Angela Montana
Brett French reports: FWP surveys Madison following dewatering event
In November 2021, a gate failed on Hebgen Dam and a portion of the Madison River immediately downstream saw a […]
Jan 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for all mountain lions closes in lion management units 204
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all mountain lions has closed in Hunting District (HD) […]
Jan 18, 2023 · Angela Montana
Remember the deer that had no rear hooves?
Have you ever seen a deer, or any animal, like this? Bowhunting.com posted these photos of a deer that was […]