Mar 6, 2025 · Angela Montana
Limits!!!
Fishing limits aren't just rules—they're the key to healthy fish populations, and mastering them might just land you in the top 10% of anglers! More from Montana Grant here…
Mar 5, 2025 · Angela Montana
Jar Baits!!!
From salmon eggs to floating paste, jar baits are the secret weapon for anglers—perfect for every fish, every time! More from Montana Grant here…
Mar 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
Southwest Montana Fishing Reports Overview
Winter fly fishing is here—grab your new license, bundle up, and get ready to slow down, savor the solitude, and maybe even find some rising trout!
Mar 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.4.25
The Deadwater ice jam is out, the river’s clearing up, and steelhead season is heating up—time to grab your gear and hit the Upper Salmon!
Mar 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
2025 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake
Hook a lake trout, win big, and help native fish thrive—Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake kicks off March 13th with over $225,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs!
Mar 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.3.25
See what is happening in the Helena area reservoirs, and be cautious out there!
Mar 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fishing, Friends and Conservation with Montana Walleyes Unlimited
Reel in more than just fish with Montana Walleyes Unlimited!
Mar 3, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Helena Area Fishing Report with Bart at Capital Sports
Canyon Ferry, Hauser, Holter, Regulating Reservoir
Mar 3, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Flathead Valley Fishing Report with Dick Zimmer from Zimmer Tackle
Flathead Lake, Lake Mary Ronan, Crow Reservoir, Swan Lake
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 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Little Anglers, Big Adventures while Ice Fishing with Kids-N-Snow
From drilling holes to reeling in their first catch, Kids-N-Snow is turning West Yellowstone’s little adventurers into ice fishing pros! Check out their March Kids Ice Fishing Camp highlights!
Mar 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Ice Fishing Just Took a Strange Turn for Mike Violette—You Have to See This!
Mike Violette drilled into the ice expecting fish—but what he found bubbling beneath the surface left him with a mystery…
Mar 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Gaff It!!!
Tired of losing fish at the ice hole? A well-placed gaff might be the game-changer you need to land your catch—and keep it off the ‘one that got away’ list! Read more from Montana Grant here…
Mar 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
Ice Update by Hell Creek Marina 3.1.25
Notice for recreationalists and anglers at Hell Creek, this update is for you!
Mar 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
LAST DAY LICENSE!!!
With Montana hunting and fishing licenses expiring, Montana Grant hit Canyon Ferry for a last-chance ice fishing adventure—huge rainbows, fast action, and the kind of ‘physical therapy’ only fishermen understand! Read more here!
Feb 28, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Solid Day of Ice Fishing On Tongue River Reservioir
Mike from Midway RV shared some pictures of his fishing adventure this past weekend on Tongue River Reservoir. Tongue River […]
Feb 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.27.25
With warming temps and melting snowpack, reservoirs are wet and sloppy, ice is pulling back, and the best trout fishing of the year is just around the corner—tread carefully and cast wisely!
Feb 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.27.25
Local anglers are sharing firsthand reports on Lake Mary Ronan’s ice conditions—here’s one report..
Feb 27, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Fake captain steals $8 million commercial fishing vessel with crew on board
The newer crew did not know the captain, but didn’t argue, thinking he was an alternate operator, or someone sent by the real Captain.
Feb 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Ice and Fishing Report 2.27.25
With warming temps and honeycombed ice, conditions are getting tricky—proceed with caution, but if you’re lucky, there are still some big lakers and northerns waiting to bite!
Feb 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.27.25
The main lake is getting sketchy, and the ice is becoming more unpredictable with the warmer weather…
Feb 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.24.25
While the ice is still solid, keep an eye out for quick changes…
Feb 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Fort Peck Giant That Almost Became A State Record
One fish, 17.66 pounds, and a near brush with history—Kyle Sando’s legendary Fort Peck catch keeps anglers dreaming big!
Feb 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
LOST FISH and BROKEN POLES!!!
Heartbreak and chaos on the water—lost fish, snapped poles, and stories you won’t believe! Read more from Montana Grant here!
Feb 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
Catch Phrases!!
From ‘Fish On!’ to some… less family-friendly expletives, every angler has a go-to catchphrase—what’s yours?
Feb 25, 2025 · Angela Montana
Georgetown Lake Ice and Fishing Report 2.23.25
With solid ice, prime fishing at dawn and dusk, and a hot bite on balanced leeches, now’s the time to hit Georgetown Lake—just check the ice, gear up, and get after it!
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fishing Report by Chancy and Dave 2.21.25
The ice is solid, the fish are biting, and there’s plenty of action across the lakes…
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Silent Killer on Ice | Ice Fishing Safety 101
A little fresh air can save your life while you're ice fishing!
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Kootenai River Fishing Report 2.22.25
Anglers eager to fish the Kootenai River should be aware that ice conditions can vary dramatically, with thickness ranging from vehicle-supporting to open water; exercise extreme caution when accessing the ice.
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Flathead Area Fishing Report via Snappy’s Sport Senter 2.20.25
Here's the latest from Montana Outdoor Approved Snappy's Sport Senter with the fishing scene!
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.24.25
Ice conditions are unpredictable, but for those venturing out, the fish are biting—here’s where and how to reel them in safely!
Feb 23, 2025 · Angela Montana
Best Way to Fish?
From cane poles to high-tech gear, every angler has their own 'best' way to fish—but at the end of the day, the best method is the one that brings you the most joy! Read more from Montana Grant!
Feb 22, 2025 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: Dave Chichester Talks About the History of Plugit Tackle, How He Started the Company and How to Use His Incredible Lures
From DIY lures to a booming tackle business, Dave Chichester of Plugit Tackle spills the secrets behind his wooden plugs, monster trout tactics, and the surprising twist on the wood he uses—tune in to this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast to reel in all the details!
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Art of Tackle and How Plugit Hooks the Big Ones on MT Outdoor Podcast
Discover how Plugit Tackle’s handcrafted wooden lures are reeling in Montana’s biggest fish, from giant Rainbow Trout to Walleye and Pike! Check out this exclusive sneak peek before the big episode drops tomorrow!
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.20.25
Nelson is the hot spot for walleye, northern, and perch—just watch the ice, find the fish, and drop a line!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report 2.20.25
Thick ice, cold temps, and cautious steps—Lake Trout are biting, but Peck’s ice is shifting, so stay sharp out there!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Denise Schlegel Memorial Salmon and Perch Fishing Tournament, March 1 and 2
Cast your line and cash in! The 2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Fishing Tournament at Bitterroot Lake is back!
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
Wading Through the BS!!!
No need to wade through the BS—fishing is about camaraderie, not competition, so let’s drop the snark, share the knowledge, and make every cast count! More from Montana Grant here…
Feb 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Wild fish can recognize individual divers
The experiments were designed to answer a question never before asked of wild fish: are they capable of telling people apart?
Feb 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
California anglers fined for exceeding game fish limit
The investigation began on Nov. 12, 2024, when 32 vacuum-sealed brown trout,18 of which exceeded the 16-inch size limit, and one rainbow trout were discovered in the freezer.
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bitterroot Lake Fishing Update 2.17.25
Some types of fish are biting and some are not, and if you’re heading out—bring your snow boots and a good dose of patience…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Egged On!!!
The yolk’s on us—egg flies went from frowned upon to fly box staples, proving that when it comes to catching fish, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. More from Montana Grant here…
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.18.25
Ice conditions are all over the map, but so is the fishing—here’s where to drill your next hole and what’s biting across the Helena area reservoirs…
Feb 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.16.25
Lake Mary Ronan is locked in with solid ice, plenty of snow cover, and no slush….
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Dam Ice Report by Fort Peck Marina 2.16.25
Thick ice, shifting ridges, and a hot laker bite—bundle up, stay safe, and get ready for a fun week on the ice!
Feb 16, 2025 · Angela Montana
Paradise Valley Spring Creeks Fishing Report 2.14.25
When Montana's rivers turn to slush, the spring creeks keep flowing—offering winter anglers a shot at hungry trout in a snowy paradise…
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Lakeridge Laker Taker Champion Has Been Named!
The fish were biting, the competition fierce, and now the title of the Lakeridge Lake Taker belongs to one lucky angler!
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
Canyon Ferry’s Ducks on Ice Tourney Highlights
Canyon Ferry was packed with anglers, tents, and big catches at the Ducks on Ice Tournament!
Feb 15, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Lakeridge Ice Fishing Contest 2/15/25 and 2/21/25
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
MT Outdoor Podcast: Montana’s Best Kept Fishing Secret is Finally Unveiled!
Montana’s best-kept fishing secret is hiding in plain sight—check out this new episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast as Downrigger Dale and Brian Olson reveal the untapped ponds of Region 6, where monster fish are just waiting to be caught!