May 14, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Zinke and Neguse Introduce Bill to Extend Successful Forest Management Program
In its first decade, CFLR projects treated and restored 5.7 million acres of forest, improved 1,000 miles of trails, and maintained over 25,000 miles of forest roads helping keep public lands open and safe.
May 13, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Daines Leads Letter to FWS Urging Reversal of Biden-Era Red Tape that Slows Grizzly Bear Delisting
U.S. Senator Steve Daines led his colleagues in sending a bicameral letter today to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service raising concerns with a Biden-era policy that unnecessarily slows the grizzly bear delisting process by creating a single recovery zone that stretches from Washington State to Eastern Montana.
May 13, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte, Director Clark Celebrate Archery Programs in Montana Schools
Joining Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) Director Christy Clark, Governor Greg Gianforte recently recognized Montana youth participating in the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) in Twin Bridges.
May 7, 2025 · Angela Montana
Drawing results for moose, sheep, goat and bison now available
Drawing results are officially posted!
May 7, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Famous grizzly struck by a car in Grand Teton National Park
GB1058 was one of four offspring that emerged with GB399 in May 2020.
May 7, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Man gored by bison in Yellowstone National Park
On May 4, 2025, a 47-year-old man from Cape Coral, Florida, was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park.
May 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
Big Things Come in Small Packages
Think state records are only for monster fish? Think again….
Apr 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Sheriff warns of escalating wolf attacks as elk dies yards from home; front stoop left bloodied
The Sierra County Sheriff's Office in California reports residents are under siege from wolves, posting graphic photos of a bloodied stoop where an elk was brought down just yards from a residence. There have been 18 wolf attacks confirmed in 28 days.
Apr 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Translocated wolf travels the equivalent of Denver to San Francisco in four months
A female gray wolf, released in Colorado in January after being translocated from British Columbia, has made significant movements across the state, covering more than 1,230 miles since translocation — an extraordinary display of the species' natural roaming behavior.
Apr 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Correction made to hound hunting season dates in 2025 Black Bear Regulations
IMPORTANT: The season dates for hound hunting season in the printed version of the 2025 Black Bear Regulations were incorrectly listed in the printed regulations.
Apr 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Montana Natives
Read more on Montana natives from Montana Grant here…
Apr 27, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
MSU Extension and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks to host public meetings on wild and domestic sheep interactions
A series of free, public meetings will be held in Montana communities in April and May to discuss the Wild and Domestic Sheep Comingling Project.
Apr 27, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Promotes Bear Safety at Small Business in Butte
UDAP Industries, Inc. was founded by Mark Matheny after a life-altering experience in the Montana backcountry. In 1992, while hunting near Yellowstone National Park, Matheny survived a grizzly bear attack thanks to a canister of pepper spray used by his hunting partner.
Apr 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hum a Few Bars
Tiny travelers are returning to Montana — get ready to welcome the amazing hummingbirds back to Big Sky Country!
Apr 26, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
BMU 700 using hounds pending closure to all bears for spring season
By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears in Bear Management Unit (BMU) 700 with hounds will close one half hour after sunset Monday April 28th, 2025.
Apr 25, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Two sheep test positive for pneumonia-causing bacteria north central Montana
Test results from two rams from bighorn sheep hunting district 622 have tested positive for a microorganism that can cause pneumonia.
Apr 20, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana mine one of 10 projects advanced by Trump administration
A proposed Montana mine is one of 10 projects being expedited by the Trump administration to advance domestic critical minerals production.
Apr 20, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Three bears killed after woman bitten, dragged from porch
The bears reportedly had previously broken into a vehicle to access groceries and damaged it so badly it was totaled.
Apr 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Elk and Deer Permit Drawing Results Are In
Montana’s big game permit results are in—time to find out if you're chasing dreams this fall or chasing leftovers….
Apr 14, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Kalispell man found guilty on seven criminal counts related to poaching crimes
Carr was convicted of two counts of unlawful possession of wildlife, two counts of hunting or killing an overlimit of game animals, two counts of waste of game animals, and a single count of loan or transfer of a license.
Mar 17, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
U.S. Bird Populations Continue Alarming Decline, New Report Finds
The report, produced by a coalition of leading science and conservation organizations, reveals continued widespread declines in American bird populations across all mainland and marine habitats, with 229 species requiring urgent conservation action.
Mar 7, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Reservoir Forecast for Water Elevation
Big changes are ahead for Fort Peck—see what the latest forecast means for water levels and flow projections this summer!
Mar 5, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 422
Closure update for big cat hunters in LMU 422…
Mar 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Montana Licenses, Permits and Regulations for 2025-2026
Guess what? The 2025-2026 fishing season kicked off yesterday—so if you haven’t wet a line yet, you’re already a day behind! Get your new license before getting out there!
Mar 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Montana Outdoor Podcast is all About The Amazing Lake Koocanusa
The best of the best with the Montana Outdoor Podcast!! Don’t miss this!
Feb 26, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Brucellosis identified in county adjoining Montana
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE from the Wyoming Livestock Board Brucellosis Identified in Park and Sublette County Cattle HerdsRoutine brucellosis surveillance testing […]
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fish and Wildlife Commission reopens Region 4 wolf harvest
Please note that Region 4 reopens for wolf harvests..
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF WOLF CLOSURE
Please note the most recent wolf closure in Region 4
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMUs 100 & 122
This one is for the big cat hunters–take note of the latest LMU closures…
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Great Shot Debate: Clearing Things Up with Keith Warren Hunting
Where should you aim on a deer? Keith Warren and James Eagleman have a go-to guide to help you place the perfect shot.
Feb 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Camp BullWheel Donated To Ability Montana
Ability Montana, a leading organization empowering individuals living with disabilities across southwest Montana, is proud to announce that it has received a transformational donation of Camp BullWheel, including all of its assets, from founder Frank Bell.
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 201
Attention hunters: LMU 201 will close to all female mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 20, 2025.
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 213
Hunters, take note—LMU 213 closes to male mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 18, 2025.
Feb 15, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Lakeridge Ice Fishing Contest 2/15/25 and 2/21/25
Feb 13, 2025 · Angela Montana
Elk captured in Crazy Mountains test negative for brucellosis
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff recently captured elk in the Crazy Mountains northwest of Big Timber as part of a multi-year targeted elk brucellosis surveillance project…
Feb 12, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Pair admit stealing ski boat from St. Mary Lake property
A man and a woman today admitted they stole a ski boat and trailer from property on St. Mary Lake
Feb 10, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
AA: Nelson Reservoir Ice Fishing Report
We received a fishing report from an angler that would like to remain Anonymous from Nelson Reservoir. He went to […]
Feb 3, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Tuesday hearing will consider licensing/fees for shed hunting
Should there be fees and licensing for shed hunting in Montana?
Jan 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Celebrates Winners of 2024 Youth Hunting Story Contest at State Capitol
Honoring Montana’s hunting heritage, Governor Greg Gianforte today celebrated ten winners of his third annual Youth Hunting Story Contest in a ceremony at the State Capitol.
Jan 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
New study finds deer hunting can help keep CWD in check
The study finds that hunting can be an effective form of disease control when enacted consistently at high levels over many years.
Jan 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Coyotes, Cameras and a Curious Cold Spot: What Did This MT Hunter Capture?
Wildlife, wild theories and one wild encounter—what did Dan Wild really see in Bozeman?
Jan 22, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Bill to allow deer, elk hunting on private land within Flathead Reservation scheduled for Jan. 28
A proposed bill that would allow deer and elk hunting on private land within the boundaries of the Flathead Indian Reservation will be heard by the House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Committee on Jan. 28.
Jan 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Committee to consider two wolf hunting bills on Tuesday
The Montana House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Committee will consider two bills on Tuesday that would regulate wolf hunting.
Jan 17, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Massive black bear killed by veteran in first Louisiana hunt in 35 years
The first Louisiana black bear hunting season in more than 35 years successfully concluded Dec. 22 and included a 696-pound adult male bear harvested by Louisiana military veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Deron Santiny, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. The
Jan 17, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Glacier Park to provide limited access to Many Glacier during 2025 Swiftcurrent construction
Today, park officials announced that due to extremely limited parking during construction in the Swiftcurrent area, the park will restrict personal vehicle access into Many Glacier and provide a temporary shuttle service for hikers to access Many Glacier and Swiftcurrent from July 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025.
Jan 16, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Chronic wasting disease found at Wyoming elk feedground
This is the first confirmed case of an elk testing positive on a feedground.
Jan 16, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Provides Over $1.3 Billion to Support Fish and Wildlife Conservation and Outdoor Access
More than $34 million is earmarked for Montana wildlife and sportfish restoration and hunter education.
Jan 16, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana legislators propose raising nonresident hunting base fee by more than 500%
Three Montana legislators have drafted a bill that would raise nonresident base hunting fees by more than 500%.
Jan 16, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana legislator proposes bill requiring reporting of hunting activity
A Montana legislator has proposed a bill that would require a hunter to "report their hunting activity for a game animal before they are eligible to purchase a new game animal license during the following license year."
Jan 14, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Chronic wasting disease detected on Flathead Reservation
The positive result came from a harvested mule deer.