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.
Jan 14, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Forest Service Issued Final Decision on “Westside Ninemile Wildfire Resiliency Project”
In December, the Lolo National Forest issued a final decision notice for the Westside Ninemile Wildfire Resiliency Project to implement vegetation and fuel reduction activities along the west-side of the Ninemile Valley within Missoula County.
Jan 14, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
City of Helena warns of mountain lion on trail
The City of Helena issued a warning Tuesday about a mountain lion on a local trail.
Jan 14, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana State Rodeo Team to ride in Inaugural Parade on Jan. 20 in Washington, D.C.
The Montana State University rodeo team will be on the national stage next week when the student-athletes participate in the Pass in Review, otherwise known as the Inaugural Parade, in Washington, D.C., on Monday, Jan. 20. The parade will begin at 1 p.m. Mountain time.
Jan 13, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Seeks Public Comments on Proposal for Charles M. Russell Wetland Management District
The draft CCP proposes to expand hunting opportunities at the district. One alternative allows the use of lead ammunition for expanded big game hunting and the other alternative prohibits lead ammunition and tackle across the district. Neither alternative is indicated as a preferred alternative at this time, and we are seeking the public’s input on both alternatives.
Jan 12, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Colorado begins capture and transport of wolves from British Columbia
The agreement with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship allows up to 15 wolves to be translocated and released in Colorado this year.
Jan 10, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Wildfires can affect big game for decades, negatively and positively, and here’s why
Wildfires often burn through valuable wildlife habitat in canyons, deserts, foothills, and mountains, and what happens next is often a question on people’s minds, especially in relation to big game animals that hunters and others cherish.
Jan 10, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Info sought after bald eagle shot and killed
The bird was initially reported and then recovered alive. Shortly after recovery and subsequent medical examination, the eagle was euthanized due to its injuries.
Jan 9, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Poacher attempts to shoot deer, shoots self instead
Once they spotted a buck, the driver attempted to shoot the animal from the vehicle but pulled the firearm back inside when a truck pulled up behind the car.
Jan 8, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Social media post alerts police to poachers; fines issued totaling $17,240
This ended up being a very expensive social media post.
Jan 8, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Decoding Fish Scales: The Science of Aging Fish and Why It Matters
Most people know that you can count the rings of a tree to estimate its age, but did you know you can do the same with fish?
Jan 8, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Announces Winners of the 2024 Youth Hunting Story Contest
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Youth Hunting Story Contest.
Jan 8, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Snowpack Rebounds After a Slow Start to the Winter Season
Water year 2025 got off to a dry start in the mountains of Montana and northern Wyoming with minimal precipitation recorded across the region for the first half of October.
Jan 8, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Gov. Gianforte Blasts Biden for “Scorched Earth” Tactics in response to Grizzly Bear petition denial
Governor Greg Gianforte and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) today condemned President Joe Biden and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) for rejecting petitions to delist the grizzly bear in the president’s final days in office after sitting on them for years.