Dec 20, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Man killed while bear hunting as bear falls from tree
A 58-year-old Virginia man died this month when an injured bear fell from a tree on top of him.
Dec 20, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Clark Fork westslope cutthroat trout makes Top ‘Big Fish’ Stories of 2024
Westslope cutthroat trout are found in rivers (and some lakes) primarily throughout central and northern Idaho. They rarely exceed 20 inches, making Daniel Whitesitt’s April 13 catch a memorable one.
Dec 20, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
UM Scientists Help Montana Understand Its Future with Grizzly Bears
In early 2025, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will decide whether to delist some populations of grizzly bears in the U.S. Northern Rockies. As Montanans consider their future with grizzly bears, University of Montana scientists are helping inform the social, ecological and policy aspects of the dialogue.
Dec 18, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Chronic wasting disease detected in deer for first time in two south-central Montana hunting districts
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) was detected this season in a mule deer buck from hunting district (HD) 515 and a whitetail buck from HD 525, both harvested by hunters.
Dec 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Game wardens seek information on bull elk shot and wasted near Worden
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a bull elk that was shot and […]
Dec 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet virtually December 19
Heads up, Montana! The Fish and Wildlife Commission is hosting a virtual meeting on Dec. 19, and they want to hear from YOU.
Dec 16, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Monster Buck Spotted in Montana Neighborhood
It’s not every day you see a trophy-sized buck strolling through the middle of a Missoula neighborhood, but that’s exactly […]
Dec 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
First Deer Down on this Hunter’s Birthday!
When your first deer is EXTRA special….
Dec 15, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Four million murres missing
In 2015, the familiar cacophony of Alaska's common murre colonies fell eerily quiet. When summer field crews arrived at their monitoring sites, they found only a scattering of common murres on cliffs where thousands of birds should have been.
Dec 15, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Three Deer Shot and Left to Waste in Montana
The Tobacco Valley Rod and Gun Club is sharing information about three whitetailed deer shot and left to waste.
Dec 12, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Win prizes for fishing by participating in the 2024 Kootenai River Angler Science Program
Fish for burbot in the Kootenai River and enter a free raffle to win some great prizes!
Dec 12, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Ski by Moonlight or Groove to Live Music in the Warming Tent at Lolo Pass This Winter
Well over a foot of snow is covering the trails and the groomers are busy laying down corduroy.
Dec 12, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Lolo National Forest Recruiting for Mineral County Resource Advisory Committee
The Lolo National Forest is recruiting applicants to be nominated for the Mineral County Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) that was established as required by the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act.
Dec 12, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Yellowstone National Park’s winter season begins Dec. 15, 2024
Yellowstone National Park’s winter season begins Sunday, Dec. 15. Annually from mid-December until mid-March, visitors can travel most of the park’s roads from the West, South, East and North entrances by approved commercially guided snowmobiles and snowcoaches and via the non-commercially guided snowmobile access program.
Dec 12, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Blackfeet Reservation Opens Chance to Hunt Bison with Lottery
The Blackfeet Nation, in collaboration with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP), is offering hunters a unique opportunity to participate […]
Dec 10, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Lottery open for chance to hunt Bison on Blackfeet Reservation
Want a shot at bagging a bison? The Blackfeet Reservation lottery is open! $10 per chance, and you could win a guided hunt with the ultimate prize—bison meat, hide, and head.
Dec 10, 2024 · Angela Montana
The Bear That Walked 5,000 Miles and Disappeared
From the far reaches of Montana and Idaho, Ethyl racked up 5,000 miles and rewrote the book on bear behavior. Was she lost, or just the ultimate adventurer? Her story is as wild as the terrain she roamed..
Dec 9, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Final Check Station Season Results for Region 2
Here is your Region 2 FWP check station update for the 2024 season.
Dec 9, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Two deer shot, one left to waste and one removed, in eastern Blaine County, wardens seeking information
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking any information regarding two deer that were shot after the general season in eastern Blaine County.
Dec 6, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Helicopter flights to survey deer population near Salmon and Challis begin soon
Beginning in mid-December, Idaho Fish and Game staff will take to the air to get a closer look at deer numbers, including several low-level helicopter surveys planned in the Salmon and Challis areas.
Dec 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: End of general hunting season in Region 5 brings low mule deer harvest, hunter success in south-central Montana
BILLINGS – Montana’s general big game hunting season ended on Sunday, Dec. 1. In south-central Montana, biological game check stations operated […]
Dec 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
Mastering the Art of Pheasant Hunting in a Comeback Year
It’s more than luck—pheasant hunting is about patterns, patience and letting your dog do the work–check out these tips.
Dec 5, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: CWD testing made easy
Attention Region 5….Hunted. Harvested. Now you can test for CWD.
Dec 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Results mixed during cold closing weekend in southeast MT’s Region 7
Did the Cold Snap Chill Success in Region 7? Find out here.
Dec 4, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Buck
This hunter had a weekend win–nice work!
Dec 3, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Announces Leadership Change at Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
HELENA, Mont – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the appointment of Christy Clark as Director of the Montana Department of […]
Dec 3, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Study of remains found in Montana reveals mammoth as key food source for ancient Americans
from the University of Alaska-Fairbanks Scientists have uncovered the first direct evidence that ancient Americans relied primarily on mammoth and […]
Dec 3, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Theft of firearms from Billings pawnshop burglary sends Joliet man to prison for more than six years
A Joliet man who admitted to stealing firearms from a Billings pawnshop during a burglary was sentenced today to six years and five months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said today.
Dec 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Muzzleloader Heritage Season opens soon
Muzzleloader Heritage Season is just around the corner—grab your powder and make history!
Dec 3, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
BLM seeks comments on Cottonwood / Weatherman Draw Travel Management Plan
(BILLINGS, Mont.) – The BLM Billings Field Office is accepting public comments on an environmental assessment regarding travel management on […]
Dec 3, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
BLM to conduct controlled burns of slash piles through March 2025
The Bureau of Land Management’s Butte Field Office will conduct controlled burns of slash piles from Dec. 3, 2024, through March 2025. These burns will take place in Beaverhead, Broadwater, Silver Bow and Lewis and Clark Counties, specifically in areas near Wise River, Townsend, Helena, and Marysville, Montana.
Dec 3, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Flathead Avalanche Center begins daily forecasts
Kalispell, MT, December 3, 2024 — Starting today through early April (depending on snow conditions), the Flathead Avalanche Center will provide […]
Dec 3, 2024 · Angela Montana
From Big Game to Big Chores: Welcome to ‘Yes, Dear’ Season
The camo’s back in the closet, and the honey-do list is out—'Yes, Dear' season has officially started!
Dec 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting season wraps up with increased success in northwest Montana
Hunting season wrapped up in Region 1 with a successful harvest increase in northwest Montana! Want to know the numbers and what’s next? Check it out here.
Dec 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Big game hunting season wrapped up Dec. 1 with harvest totals up slightly in west-central Montana
The 2024 big game season wrapped up in Region 2 with higher elk and deer harvests in west-central Montana. See how the numbers stacked up.
Dec 2, 2024 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Goose Hunting: Strategies for a Bountiful Season
Montana is a paradise for waterfowl hunting enthusiasts. The state’s untouched landscapes provide ideal habitats for Canada geese, attracting hunters […]
Dec 2, 2024 · Angela Montana
Public Land, Private Victory!
Dan Greer’s 180-class muley from public land proves that hard work still leads to success!
Nov 28, 2024 · Angela Montana
Real Nice Deer taken in Western Montana
Joe Lipski and Donnie Larson of Missoula shot a couple of great looking bucks this month. Congratulations!
Nov 28, 2024 · Angela Montana
Turkeys, Trophies, and Thanks
Ah, Thanksgiving—the one time of year we gather around the table to celebrate gratitude, family and enough food to feed […]
Nov 26, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: R4–Hunter numbers and harvest success mixed in north-central Montana during fourth week of hunting season
GREAT FALLS – Cold and snowy weather arrived in north-central Montana over the past week, and although the wintery weather has […]
Nov 26, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Bull elk and whitetail buck shot and left in south Blaine County, wardens seeking information
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking any information regarding a bull elk and whitetail buck that were […]
Nov 24, 2024 · Angela Montana
“SHRAPNEL” ON THE HUNT AGAIN!!! by Montana Grant
If there was ever another Lewis and Clark Expedition, they would need to take Kirk “Shrapnel” Stovall along as the […]
Nov 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
3 suspects charged in 2023 poaching case
TOWNSEND – Three people were charged this month in Broadwater County courts following an almost year-long investigation by game wardens […]
Nov 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
Big Sky, Big Birds
If you’re looking to bag some pheasants, Montana has some. With the season kicking off in October, you’ve got plenty […]
Nov 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Region 5 Game check station results through week four of the general hunting season in south-central Montana
BILLINGS – Montana’s general big game hunting season is in its final two weeks. After the first four weeks of […]
Nov 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
Montana Muley Hunt
Hunting mule deer in Montana isn’t just a pastime—it’s a part of life for some. Chasing these bucks is as […]
Nov 19, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Tips sought on deer and elk poached in West Fork of the Bitterroot
HAMILTON– Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on several deer and one elk shot and left […]
Nov 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
Tame the Taste of the Wild with Mountain Lion Meat Tacos
Looking for a dish that’s as fierce as it is flavorful? Enter mountain lion tacos—an unexpected twist on taco night […]
Nov 18, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Tips sought on white-tailed deer killed near Potomac
POTOMAC– Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a white-tailed deer buck that was killed last week […]
Nov 15, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Announces Transition at Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Dustin Temple, director of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP), will retire […]