Feb 6, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunter Education in-person field day for online students set for March 2 in Billings
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host a Hunter Education field day for students who take the course online […]
Feb 6, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Variable January Weather Concludes with a General Lack of Snow in Montana
BOZEMAN, Mont., February 5, 2024 – At the beginning of January more than half of NRCS snow monitoring stations in Montana […]
Feb 6, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Daines Pushes U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service to Maintain Access to Fixed Climbing Anchors
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines joined a group of bipartisan senators in urging the National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Forest Service […]
Feb 6, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Leads Coalition of Governors Opposing Burdensome Forest Rules
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today led a coalition of six governors in criticizing federal agencies for plans to […]
Feb 6, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana State and partners receive $5 million grant for ongoing buffalo trail project at Fort Peck
BOZEMAN — An ongoing project that aims to help Indigenous people prosper alongside buffalo at the Fort Peck Indian Reservation […]
Feb 6, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Wilderness Speaker Series returns to Flathead Valley Community College
The Flathead Valley Community College will host the annual Wilderness Speaker Series again in 2024 in partnership with three local […]
Feb 3, 2024 · Kamp Cook
Congratulations Young Emerson Copenhaver catching his personal best walleye while fishing with his Grandpa Bill Zarahdka of Wolf Point
Young Emerson Copenhaver caught his personal best walleye, a 26 incher that he put back through the ice hole while […]
Feb 2, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service completes status review and finding for gray wolves in the Western United States; launches National Recovery Plan Feb 2, 2024
WASHINGTON — Recognizing that the national discussion around gray wolf management must look more comprehensively at conservation tools available to federal, […]
Feb 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 2.1.24
Fresno is 21% full. Fishing is slow. For walleyes best bet is in the darker hours. Jig and place tip […]
Feb 1, 2024 · Angela Montana
Reminder: Field Day Requirement for Hunting Licenses
Reminder: As of January 1, 2024, FWP changed things up for young hunters aged 12 to 17. They added a […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
From Cheating Angler to Cleared Hunter: Cominsky’s Legal Journey
Looks like Chase Cominsky’s had quite the rollercoaster ride with the law. First, he was caught up in that fishing […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
Coyote showdown with elk hunter
Have you ever been bothered by a coyote when you’re hunting elk? Coyotes are territorial animals and may exhibit aggressive […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Lolo National Forest Seeking Public Feedback on Preliminary Draft of Revised Forest Plan
Missoula, Mont., January 31, 2024 – Today, the Lolo National Forest published a Notice of Intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for its […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Angela Montana
They go to Florida, too
Okay, so it isn’t just Yellowstone National Park that these people go to….smh These videos get old, we know, but […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Ding-The-Ling derby helps remove illegally-introduced burbot
GREEN RIVER – Looking for a winter recreation opportunity? Get together with your family or friends, make up a creative team […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Campsites at Big Larch, Lake Alva and Seeley Lake campgrounds available for Online Reservations; Scan & Pay available for first-come, first-served sites
Seeley Lake, Mont., January 30, 2024— This summer, three popular campgrounds on the Seeley Lake Ranger District of the Lolo […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Kids win big at Hyde Pond Kids Ice Fishing Derby
Over 60 young anglers came out for the 31st Annual Kids’ Ice Fishing Derby held Jan. 27 at Hyde Pond […]
Jan 31, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Several states monitoring ongoing bighorn die-off
Outbreak causes bighorn sheep die-offs, but the extent is unknown at this time A pneumonia outbreak was detected in bighorn […]
Jan 29, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 110
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management […]
Jan 29, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Hardin felon sentenced to three years in prison for illegal possession of firearm after shooting eagles
Used rifles to kill eagles BILLINGS — A Hardin felon who illegally possessed firearms and used them to kill eagles […]
Jan 29, 2024 · Angela Montana
Five very UNIQUE wildlife mounts
Check out these mounts that are not just impressive but downright legendary! Get ready to be blown away by five […]
Jan 27, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
MONTANAN CLAYTON PERRY WINS WARM LAKE STAGE RACE
52-mile event only viable Idaho Sled Dog Challenge race in 2024WARM LAKE, Idaho (Jan. 27, 2024) — The results of […]
Jan 27, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Coyotes cause more livestock loss than grizzlies, mountain lions, wolves?
A new article by NBC Montana claims that coyotes caused more monetary losses than grizzlies, mountain lions, and wolves in […]
Jan 27, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
The history of the Lost Creek herd
Photo: Renee Strickland If you drive through the town of Anaconda, you’ll find a giant highway sign warning of bighorn […]
Jan 26, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Two men convicted of poaching deer and elk in Blaine and Hill Counties
CHINOOK – During the fall of 2022, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wardens received a 1-800-TIP-MONT call detailing unlawful hunting […]
Jan 25, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Conservation Officers looking for information about several deer shot and left to waste in Teton Canyon
During the first week of January, Conservation Officers discovered four mule deer that had been shot near Teton Canyon in […]
Jan 25, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Details on Twin Peaks Ridge avalanche released
On Saturday, January 20th, 2024 a snowmobiler out riding with a partner on the Twin Peaks Ridge, in the Flint […]
Jan 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
The Best Duck Blind Ever
Put yourself in the webbed feet of a duck, and imagine encountering this thing—you’d never suspect it’s a blind! […]
Jan 25, 2024 · Angela Montana
First Wisconsin Mountain Lion Killed in 115 Years
Meet Benjamin Karasch (pictured on the right) from Eau Claire – the bowhunter who had a showdown with a mountain […]
Jan 24, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
FWP HIRES ADDITIONAL STAFF FOR FISH MONITORING IN JEFFERSON BASIN
BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, in partnership with Montana State University (MSU), have brought on new staff and […]
Jan 24, 2024 · Angela Montana
Rare footage of wolf catching beaver
We know that wolves include beavers in their meal plans, but actually seeing footage of this is very rare. Check […]
Jan 23, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Glacier National Park 2024 Vehicle Reservations Open January 25
Reservations Required May 24 through September 8, 2024 WEST GLACIER, Mont. [January 23, 2024] – Glacier National Park reminds visitors […]
Jan 23, 2024 · Angela Montana
Wolf Hunting Success
Effective wolf management in Montana is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems, preserving biodiversity, preventing overpopulation, and addressing human-wildlife conflicts. It […]
Jan 23, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Troy man charged with evidence tampering in grizzly bear killing
MISSOULA — A Troy man was charged this week with evidence tampering related to the shooting and killing of a […]
Jan 23, 2024 · Angela Montana
When you realize you need to hunt where the deer are…
Sometimes, your hunting spot might not be where the deer are–so, you have to fix that. Have you ever seen […]
Jan 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana denied Colorado’s request for wolves. They found another source
Montana and other states refused to supply the state of Colorado with wolves as part of reintroduction efforts there. A […]
Jan 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Snowmobiler airlifted after being caught in Granite County avalanche
A snowmobiler was airlifted after being caught in a Granite County avalanche on Saturday. KPAX reports the avalanche occurred Saturday […]
Jan 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Elk management in Wyoming
From Wyoming Fish and Game CHEYENNE – Over the last two decades elk populations have thrived in Wyoming. The Wyoming Game […]
Jan 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Mountain lion kills 11 chickens, 2 geese, 6 ducks, house cat
Over the past several weeks Fish and Game has continued to receive reports about mountain lions frequenting populated neighborhoods throughout […]
Jan 22, 2024 · Angela Montana
Hunting for Mountain Lions Closure in LMU 319, 210
Hunting for all mountain lions to close in Lion Management Unit 319 HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife […]
Jan 22, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Want to see the aurora borealis in Montana? Tonight might be your chance
The Northern Lights might be visible tonight in Montana. Photo: Warm Springs, Montana December 2023, Renee Strickland The National Oceanic […]
Jan 21, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Executives Charged with Bid Rigging Firefighting Fuel Contracts, Defrauding the U.S. Forest Service After a Wiretap Investigation
Photo:Moose Fire cresting west of Salmon Sept 7 Photo: Inciweb BOISE – Following a court-authorized wiretap investigation, a federal grand […]
Jan 21, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
LEGEND details geochemical, biological findings about Yellowstone National Park mudpots in new scholarly article
The geothermal features of Yellowstone National Park have awed visitors and scientists for generations. Scientists believe they have only begun […]
Jan 20, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Capturing and GPS-collaring elk and moose from the sky – not your ordinary job
Idaho Fish and Game staff in the Panhandle are beginning annual efforts to deploy GPS collars on elk and moose […]
Jan 20, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Reminder for waterfowl hunters in the Panhandle: season end dates differ from last year
2023-24 waterfowl seasons in the Panhandle differ from those in previous years Hunters are reminded that 2023–24 waterfowl season dates […]
Jan 20, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Call for Student Artists to Participate in Wyoming Junior Duck Stamp Contest
The National Elk Refuge will be hosting the 2024 Wyoming Junior Duck Stamp Competition in March. This art competition is […]
Jan 19, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service initiates process to evaluate restoration of grizzly bears in the Bitterroot ecosystem
USFWS Press release DENVER — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is announcing a public scoping period to consider options […]
Jan 19, 2024 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 690
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management […]
Jan 19, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
SITKA GEAR STANDS STRONG AGAIN FOR WILD SHEEP CONSERVATION
from the Wild Sheep Foundation The Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF) proudly recognizes and acknowledges a $40,000 conservation grant from the […]
Jan 18, 2024 · Moosetrack Megan
Skijoring back in Montana next weekend
Skijoring is a favorite Montana winter pasttime where a skier is pulled through an obstacle course by a rider on […]