May 24, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Corps Removes Flathead Lake Level Restrictions
Polson, Montana — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers removed the remaining flood control restrictions on Flathead Lake Levels clearing […]
May 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Visitor Injured in Incident with Bear
MOOSE, Wyo. – On the afternoon of Sunday, May 19, Teton Interagency Dispatch received a report of a 35-year-old male visitor […]
May 21, 2024 · Angela Montana
Nice Chocolate Bear Down
Howie Viguers shot himself a nice chocolate bear. The photo was posted by Hunt Montana a few days ago. The […]
May 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Multi-year black bear population and habitat study expands to more areas around state
HELENA – This month, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks researchers will begin the second season of a multi-year study on black […]
May 18, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Man severely injured by grizzly despite using firearm
May 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
Man Shoots Potentially Largest Whitetail of All Time, Indicted on 23 Criminal Charges
What a story… Ohio resident Christopher “CJ” Alexander faces a legal battle following the hunt of a lifetime. After allegedly […]
May 16, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Hyalite Canyon Road Opening Delayed for Priority Road Maintenance
Bozeman, MT (May 13, 2024) — The opening of Hyalite Canyon Road has been delayed and is now scheduled for […]
May 16, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
$5 million invested to strengthen the wood products economy across Montana
MISSOULA, Mont., May 14, 2024 — Today, the USDA Forest Service announced it is investing more than $5 million […]
May 16, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
13,000 Acres of Timberlands Permanently Protected by Trust for Public Land
Kalispell, MT – Trust for Public Land (TPL), in partnership with Green Diamond Resource Company (GDRC) and the U.S. Fish […]
May 16, 2024 · Angela Montana
People That Get “Too Close” Are Everywhere…
Yellowstone National Park isn’t the only place where people ignore rules. These people are everywhere…even on the beaches of Mexico. […]
May 14, 2024 · Angela Montana
When Your Cat Is Not Your Cat…
From cozy catnaps to impromptu bear dens, our domestic pet beds are finding unexpected occupants in them from the wild. […]
May 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
Deer swept away at Niagara Falls
When a deer makes a bad decision and ends up in a really bad place….
May 13, 2024 · Angela Montana
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.13.24
Canyon Ferry: Rainbows fishing from shore has slowed down as the fish have moved into deeper water. Boat anglers caught a few […]
May 13, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Injured hiker survived night in snow shelter in Hyalite Canyon
On May 11, 2024, at 8:04 AM, Gallatin County 911 Dispatch was notified of an overdue mountain biker/hiker, likely in […]
May 11, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Aurora borealis dances above Montana
These photos were taken from Elk Park and Butte.
May 9, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Flathead National Forest Campgrounds Prepare to Open for the Summer Season
Kalispell, MT, May 9, 2024 — Camping season is right around the corner here on the Flathead National Forest. The […]
May 9, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Fish Populations Bump Up in Big Hole; Good Water Year and Hard Work Paying Off
Wise River, MT – After six years of declining wild trout populations culminating in historic lows last year across the […]
May 9, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Corps Approves another Lake Level Variation
Polson, Montana — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) approved another request from Energy Keepers, Inc (EKI) to deviate […]
May 8, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Three bears euthanized in Missoula
MISSOULA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks trapped and euthanized three black bears today in Missoula that were responsible for […]
May 8, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Drawing results for moose, sheep, goat and bison now available
HELENA – Curious to know if you were successful in the drawings for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison licenses? […]
May 7, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Low Snow Year in Montana Results in Below Normal Water Supply Forecasts for the Upcoming Season
BOZEMAN, Mont., May 7, 2024 – Well above normal precipitation during April was needed given the meager snowpack conditions experienced […]
May 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 510
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears will close in Black Bear […]
May 7, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reports slight increase in park visits for 2023
HELENA – The outdoor opportunities at Montana’s state parks are no secret to those who like to recreate. Last year, […]
May 7, 2024 · Angela Montana
Five Types of Hunters
With archery season opening four months, tjhis video seemed like the perfect video to share today.
May 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 700
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting with hounds of all black bears will close in […]
May 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Bowhunter Education course scheduled at Billings Rod and Gun Club
Registration open until Friday, May 10 BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has scheduled an in-person Bowhunter Education course at […]
May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
UM LEADS WITH FISHERIES EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
By Emily Senkosky and Elizabeth Harrison UM News Service MISSOULA – Whether it’s strapping into wetsuits to snorkel for data or […]
May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Termination Order: Spring Road Closures on Libby Ranger District
The spring road closure that was in effect on the Libby Ranger District has been terminated (view termination here) and the roads […]
May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Helena-Lewis and Clark Resource Advisory Committee to convene May 9
HELENA, Mont. – May 3, 2024 — On May 9 the Helena-Lewis and Clark Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will meet to […]
May 5, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Notice of Intent to Conduct Mineral Exploration
Hamilton, MT — The Bitterroot National has received a Notice of Intent (NOI) to conduct mineral exploration from U.S. Critical Materials […]
May 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
Feeding wildlife is never a good idea…regardless of how you do it
Feeding wildlife might seem like a kind gesture, but it’s important to remember that it can do more harm than […]
Apr 30, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Vandal poisons thousands of young salmon
REEDSPORT, Ore. — Nearly 18,000 young salmon died after a vandal poured bleach into a Douglas County fish hatchery tank […]
Apr 29, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Man approached bison too closely in Yellowstone National Park and was injured
A 40-year-old male, Clarence Yoder, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, approached a bison too closely (within 25 yards) on the afternoon […]
Apr 28, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
FWP SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR TRAIL PROJECT ON WILD HORSE ISLAND ON FLATHEAD LAKE
KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking volunteers for a trail maintenance project on Wild Horse Island on Flathead […]
Apr 28, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
BLM issues decision on Left Coulee Access
SOUTH BLAINE COUNTY, Mont. – Bureau of Land Management officials signed a Decision Record and Finding of No Significant Impact for […]
Apr 26, 2024 · Angela Montana
Application Deadline for Moose, Sheep, Goat, Bison Approaching
Reminder! The deadline to apply for moose, sheep, goat, and bison permits is May 1st (because “May the 4th be […]
Apr 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
TURKEY TREK!!! by Montana Grant
Not everyone is a Turkey chaser. These amazing birds are not an easy target. Hunting Spring Gobblers takes incredible patience […]
Apr 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
Creamy Wild Turkey Veggie Pasta
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with a Creamy Wild Turkey Veggie Pasta recipe! Packed with savory flavors, this […]
Apr 24, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Clark Fork River produces new state record Westslope cutthroat trout
Post Falls angler releases record trout Congratulations to Daniel Whitesitt of Post Falls, Idaho on landing a new Catch-and-Release state […]
Apr 24, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Celebrates Opening of Public Archery Range in Big Arm
BIG ARM, Mont. – Today, Governor Greg Gianforte and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP) Director Dustin Temple celebrated the […]
Apr 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
“Bird Day” celebration scheduled for May 4 at Spring Meadow State Park
HELENA, Mont. – April 16, 2024 — This year’s celebration of World Migratory Bird Day will take place at Montana Fish, […]
Apr 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Seasonal Roads Opening Today on Seeley Lake Ranger District
Seeley Lake, Mont., April 19, 2024 – The seasonal roads designated to open May 1 on the Seeley Lake Ranger District […]
Apr 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
A long trip home: One steelhead’s journey to the Potlatch River
It’s springtime in Idaho, and that means adult steelhead are returning to their birthplace to spawn the next generation of […]
Apr 20, 2024 · Angela Montana
TURKEY TRADITIONS!!! by Montana Grant
Spring is a great time to hunt and camp. Most hunting happens in the Fall but calling in Spring Gobblers […]
Apr 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
How to Clean a Wild Turkey
Cleaning a wild turkey doesn’t have to be a daunting task–and don’t forget the Dawn dish soap, according to this […]
Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
UM Launches Campaign to Build Environment and Conservation Hub
MISSOULA – The University of Montana Foundation and the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation announce the launch of “Treasure Montana: […]
Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Reminder to turn in Kootenai River creel packets by May 1 for a chance to win prizes!
Idaho Fish and Game is reminding burbot anglers on the Kootenai River to turn in their creel packets by May […]
Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Adenovirus Hemorrhagic Disease suspected as culprit in Upper Snake moose mortalities
Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has investigated a recent surge in moose mortalities across the Upper Snake Region. […]
Apr 17, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Grizzly bear euthanized due to cattle depredation in Washakie County
A grizzly bear was euthanized Monday after confirmed cattle depredation on private land south of Ten Sleep. On April 14, […]
Apr 17, 2024 · Angela Montana
Opening Day Spring Turkey
Justin Dyon bagged his first spring gobbler of the season on opening day, according to Hunt Montana. Congratulations!