Apr 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
FWP announces public comment opportunities
Montana FWP seeks public comment on Recreational Trails Program grant awards and other environmental assessments. Visit fwp.mt.gov/public-notices to review and submit input.
Apr 17, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Bear safety workshop happening in Bozeman on April 20
Montana FWP hosts a free bear safety workshop in Bozeman on April 20, featuring bear spray practice, grizzly and black bear mounts, and expert safety tips for bear country.
Apr 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
LMU 312 Closes to Female Mountain Lion Hunting April 6
LMU 312 closes to female mountain lion hunting at 7:30 p.m. on April 6, 2026, per Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission order. Check FWP's site for current quota status.
Mar 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Fresno Reservoir Public Meeting April 9: What Hi-Line Anglers Need to Know
Montana FWP hosts an April 9 open house in Havre to share updates on Fresno Reservoir fisheries management, 2025 netting results, and 2026 Milk River water forecasts.
Mar 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Reminder: Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area vehicle registration for shed hunters opens April 1
Shed antler hunters can register online April 1-19 to access the Blackfoot-Clearwater WMA by vehicle when it opens at noon May 15. Registration is free and unlimited.
Mar 26, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
FWP releases 2026–2030 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
Montana FWP releases its 2026–2030 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, focusing on trail access, inclusive recreation, facility maintenance, and conservation balance.
Mar 25, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Full Moon Sunset Hike at First Peoples Buffalo Jump — April 1
Join ranger Andy Keller for a full moon sunset hike at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park on April 1. The 3-mile guided hike begins at 7 p.m. Registration required; $4 fee.
Mar 25, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Upcoming Montana State Park Events
Montana State Parks hosts wolverine presentation March 28 and a full moon sunset hike April 1, both at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park near Great Falls.
Mar 25, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area vehicle registration for antler hunters opens April 1
Shed antler hunters heading to the Blackfoot-Clearwater WMA by vehicle can register online April 1–19 ahead of the May 15 noon season opener near Seeley Lake.
Mar 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Grey Bear Boat Ramp Closes March 30 for Construction—What Yellowstone Anglers Need to Know
Grey Bear Fishing Access Site on the Yellowstone River will see partial closures starting March 30 due to construction. Work wraps up April 30; campground stays open.
Mar 19, 2026 · Angela Montana
Don’t Get Bitten by a Poaching Charge: Why Your Montana Mountain Lion Tag Can’t Be a “Post-Shot” Purchase
Central Montana game wardens saw a rise in illegally taken mountain lions in 2025, with three hunters cited for buying licenses after killing lions. Fines totaled $3,605.
Dec 23, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Pictographs vandalized at Montana state park
Game wardens with FWP are seeking information on a pictograph panel that was vandalized at Missouri Headwaters State Park.
Aug 16, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
2025 Montana Hunting Season Cheat Sheet
For detailed information on specific hunting districts, licensing requirements, and land access, please refer to the Montana FWP Hunt Planner […]
Jun 25, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Top 5 most visited Montana State Parks in 2024
Montana State Parks continue to increase in popularity with an estimated 3.2 million visitors in 2024. That's up 3.8 percent over 2023, a 21.9 percent increase from pre-pandemic levels in 2019, and a 45 percent increase over the last 10 years.
Apr 20, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Reed Slough Wildlife Viewing Area near Kalispell opens to public
On Saturday, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Director Christy Clark, FWP staff and local stakeholders cut the ribbon on the brand-new Reed’s Slough Wildlife Viewing Area.
Apr 20, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park announces tours for 2025 season
Cave tours will be offered May 1 through Sept. 30.
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 […]
Oct 26, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunters can thank landowners through portal on FWP website
HELENA – Hunters will again have the opportunity to thank landowners who allow hunting access on their land. The “Thank a […]
Jul 15, 2023 · Montana Grant
SALMON FLY SUFFERING!!!
It seems that aquatic insect and Salmon fly populations are in the decline. This reduction of insects is related to […]
Jul 13, 2023 · Montana Grant
HELICOPTER ACCESS!!!
Some wealthy people feel entitled to do whatever they want. Their money and connections give them a free ticket […]
Jun 17, 2023 · Montana Grant
ALL THE MARBLES!!!
Trout fishing is at risk in Montana and many other traditionally favorable trout waters. Generally, trout prefer cool, clean, clear […]
Jun 17, 2023 · Montana Grant
CATCH LIMITS!!!
Montana fisheries are being overfished. Many anglers practice Catch and Release fishing. Trout, walleyes, or perch are hooked, landed, and […]
Jun 10, 2023 · Montana Grant
BIGHOLE RIVER EARNS A D!!!
The Bighole River is in trouble. It has been in trouble, and there is no plan in place to save […]
May 21, 2023 · Montana Grant
RAMP TRAMPS!!!
Boat Ramp Tramps take up too much space and take too long to launch or retrieve their boats. Others will […]
Mar 26, 2023 · Montana Grant
CERTIFYING A RECORD FISH!!!
If Old Walter, Moby Dick, or Big ED end up in your net, you may have a record book fish. […]
Mar 4, 2023 · Montana Grant
LICENSED TO KILL!!!
It’s time to buy a new license in Montana. Some states vary with license dates. In Maryland, you renew […]
Feb 16, 2023 · Montana Grant
MONTANA LICENSES RUNNING OUT!!!
Montana fishing licenses are about to expire. Last year’s license is good until the end of February. On March 1st, […]