Aug 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What a Montana Elk Guide Actually Packs for a Full Season in the Backcountry
A Montana elk guide breaks down every piece of gear he trusts for a full season in the mountains — clothing, boots, and power solutions included.
Aug 26, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
When Game Wardens Come Knocking: The Real Price of Poaching in Montana
Montana game wardens are cracking down on poaching and untagged game. Here’s what wildlife crime actually costs — and why it matters to every legal hunter.
Aug 26, 2026 · Angela Montana
Why Just Knowing How to Shoot Does Not Always Make You a Safe Hunter
An off-duty Wisconsin deputy is facing multiple felony charges after an awful turkey hunting mishap that Outdoor Life reports is […]
Aug 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
How Much Can a Grizzly Bear Lift? The Answer Should Change How You Hunt and Hike in Montana
How much can a grizzly bear lift? The verified numbers are staggering — and they have real implications for Montana backcountry hunters and hikers.
Aug 24, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
EHD suspected in Mission Valley deer deaths
A recent increase in deer deaths have been reported on the Flathead Reservation from the Hot Springs, Valley View and […]
Aug 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Rifle Pointed at Montana Wardens Twice Before Lunch on Opening Day
A Montana warden had a scoped rifle pointed at him twice in one day on opening day. Here’s what happened and why every hunter needs to see it.
Aug 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Six Months, One Super Cub, and a Radio Antenna: Inside a Montana Elk Poaching Investigation
Montana FWP wardens spent six months cracking an elk poaching case — including aerial surveillance in a Super Cub. Here’s what hunters need to know.
Aug 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Glass These Montana Ridges Now to Find Velvet Bulls Before September
Archery elk opens September 1. Here’s where Montana bowhunters should be glassing right now to pin down velvet bulls before the opener.
Aug 23, 2026 · Angela Montana
Montana’s winter backcountry is calling, and Big Sky Warrior Outreach is picking up the tab
Big Sky Warrior Outreach announces its annual Cow Elk Hunt for combat veterans and Purple Heart recipients from December 3–8, covering all expenses. Applications open from August 22 to August 25, requiring detailed personal and military information. Eligible veterans have a unique opportunity for hunting, camaraderie, and organic meat.
Aug 22, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Bowhunting Mule Deer and Bull Elk in Montana: Twin Elements’ Latest Film Is Worth Your Time
Twin Elements’ new film covers a Montana archery combo hunt for mule deer bucks and bull elk — plus tips, season dates, and public land context.
Aug 21, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
CLOSURE – Harmful Algal Blooms Confirmed on Hebgen Reservoir, Corey Springs
Bozeman, Mont. – August 21, 2026 – Harmful algal blooms (HABs) persist on different areas of Hebgen Reservoir. Currently, the toxin levels at Corey Springs area have increased, and that area is now closed for water-based […]
Aug 21, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
BLM implements restrictions at Carbella Recreation Site due to grizzly bear activity
BUTTE, Mont. — The Bureau of Land Management has issued a temporary order restricting camping at the Carbella Recreation Site in […]
Aug 21, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Tom Miner Campground Temporarily Closed Due to Hazard Tree Concerns
Gardiner, MT, August 21, 2026—The Gardiner Ranger District of the Custer Gallatin National Forest has implemented a temporary closure of […]
Aug 21, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
How Aerial Wildlife Surveys Actually Determine Your Montana Hunting Tags
Learn how Montana FWP aerial surveys shape tag quotas — and how understanding the process helps you make smarter application decisions each season.
Aug 21, 2026 · Angela Montana
ACCOUNTABILITY FOR ACCESS: NEW NETWORK WILL ENFORCE RULES ON BLOCK MANAGEMENT AREAS
Hunters in Montana will experience new regulations this year as landowners join an enforcement network established by Senate Bill 441. This aims to ensure compliance with landowner rules on block management areas (BMAs). Violations can lead to access restrictions for offenders, highlighting the importance of respecting private property in hunting.
Aug 20, 2026 · Angela Montana
Hands-On Hunter Education Course Starts Soon: Register Today
To enjoy a fall weekend of hunting in Great Falls, you need a hunter education certification. An in-person course is now open for registration, featuring experienced instructors. Classes run in September, culminating in a field day on September 26. Enrollment is open to those aged 10 and up, with limited spots available.
Aug 19, 2026 · Angela Montana
A Montana Escape: 6th Annual Veteran Cow Elk Hunt on the Horizon
Big Sky Warrior Outreach is preparing for its 6th Annual Cow Elk Hunt from December 3-8, inviting combat veterans and Purple Heart recipients for a week in the Montana wilderness. Four veterans will be selected for this opportunity. Applications will open soon, so interested parties should stay updated on their page.
Aug 18, 2026 · Angela Montana
Uncle Sam Just Unlocked 1,500 New Ways to Hunt and Fish
The Department of the Interior has announced a historic expansion of access to public lands, offering nearly 1,500 new recreational opportunities across 92 million acres. This includes access to 111 federal sites and simplifies regulations by removing over 1,000 rules. While many support the changes, concerns about management challenges due to budget cuts are raised.
Aug 17, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Rifle Season Hunting Camp Extension Applications Available for Little Belt Mountains
(White Sulphur Springs, M.T., Aug. 17, 2026) – The Belt Creek–White Sulphur Springs Ranger District of the Helena–Lewis and Clark National […]
Aug 15, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Dove Season Opens September 1: Drought Moved the Birds
Montana dove season opens September 1. Drought shifted bird distribution statewide — here’s where to find mourning doves in 2026 and what to do now.
Aug 14, 2026 · Angela Montana
Groups compete to auction off Montana hunting tags
Since 1986, Montana's auctioning of game tags has generated $12.67 million for conservation efforts. Five hunting tags are available for auction this year, with rising interest among conservation groups. Bidding has peaked as tags attract high bids, notably for bighorn sheep and elk, amid competition and public engagement in the process.
Aug 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What’s Really Killing Montana’s Mule Deer? FWP’s New Video Finally Tackles the Hard Questions
Montana FWP’s new video breaks down what’s really driving mule deer population swings — and every eastern Montana hunter should watch it before this fall’s season.
Aug 12, 2026 · Angela Montana
Montana’s Winter Hound Tags Availability Alert
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will open a digital distribution of nonresident winter hound tags for mountain lion hunting on August 13th at 5:00 AM. Only two tags are available in five specific districts, and it's first-come, first-served. Review regulations beforehand and contact FWP for inquiries.
Aug 12, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Gov. Gianforte Highlights Timber Industry, Manufacturing, Forest Management in Western Montana
MISSOULA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte this week continued his 56 County Tour in Lincoln, Sanders, Mineral, and Missoula counties, […]
Aug 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Decoy vs. Spot & Stalk: Which Tactic Wins Montana Pronghorn Rut?
Twin Elements tests decoy vs. spot & stalk tactics on rutting Montana pronghorn bucks. Here’s what worked — and what didn’t.
Aug 12, 2026 · Angela Montana
What It Really Takes to Score a Record Boone and Crockett Billy
So, you’re hunkered on a wind-whipped shale ridge at 10,000 feet, lungs burning, tears streaming down your face because the […]
Aug 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What Separates Successful Elk Hunters From Everyone Else? Survey Data From 1,000+ Public Land Hunters Has Answers
Survey data from 1,000+ public land elk hunters reveals what actually separates tag-fillers from tag-soakers — key takeaways for Montana hunters.
Aug 11, 2026 · Angela Montana
Howl at the Moon (and the Payouts) During the 12th Annual Winnett/Grass Range Coyote Derby
The 12th Annual Winnett/Grass Range Coyote Derby runs from December 11-13, 2026, at Wrangler Bar, featuring advanced and intermediate divisions for hunting. Registration is on December 11, followed by a rules meeting. Over $2,000 in prizes and gun raffles are available. Contact Cody Martinez for details.
Aug 10, 2026 · Angela Montana
Mastering Efficiency: Lift Smart, Not Hard…When You Can
The post discusses the cultural tendency to rely on brute strength for tasks, urging a transition to smarter methods. It highlights the importance of saving one's body through efficiency, using tools and techniques that minimize strain. The emphasis is on embracing convenience in both everyday chores and outdoor activities.
Aug 9, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
3-year-old attacked this weekend by bear while playing on deck
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Aug 9, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Moose hunt scam lands illegal Alaska guide 3 years behind bars
Alaska Moose Hunt Scam: Illegal Guide Sentenced to 3 Years in Federal Prison On May 5, 2026, a court sentenced […]
Aug 9, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
DNA match solves 17-year mystery of Alaska hunter who vanished through ice
A 16-year mystery has been solved after DNA testing identified human remains found on a remote Alaska island as those […]
Aug 9, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
She Drew a Montana Bull Elk Tag — Then Discovered Most of the Unit Was Private Land
Keren drew a coveted Montana bull elk tag — but nearly the entire unit was private land. Here’s how it played out.
Aug 9, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Black bear that tried to enter campers’ tents in the Bighorn National Forest lethally removed
A black bear that attempted to enter two tents while they were occupied with campers on the Bighorn National Forest […]
Aug 8, 2026 · Miguel Lee
Montana Fishing Reports August 8th
The results are in from the Ft Peck Tournament of Kings, the water conditions around Montana are stabilizing in areas […]
Aug 7, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Montana man who man shot himself in the leg during target practice faces possible federal prison sentence
BILLINGS – A Laurel man who was found with an illicit firearm while under felony indictment admitted to charges today, […]
Aug 5, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Flathead National Forest Releases Decision on Holland Wastewater System Reconstruction
System Reconstruction Includes Modernized Lagoon System (Kalispell, MT, August 4, 2026) — The Flathead National Forest today released the Finding of […]
Aug 5, 2026 · Angela Montana
Antelope and nonresident winter hound license drawing results now available
The drawings for antelope and nonresident winter hound licenses are complete. Results can be accessed by logging into MyFWP at fwp.mt.gov, calling FWP offices, or visiting in person. Most FWP offices operate Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Aug 5, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Man dies in suspected Montana cliff diving incident
Aug 4, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Why Your Wind Check at the Trailhead Is Costing You Bulls — And What to Do Instead
Montana elk hunters: learn why a single wind check ruins stalks — and get practical tips for reading wind all the way to the bull.
Aug 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
30 Days to Dove: Scout Eastern Montana’s Best Fields Right Now
Dove season opens September 1. Here’s where eastern Montana hunters should be scouting right now — fields, water holes, and public access spots.
Aug 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Why You’re Reading Elk Sign Wrong — And How to Fix It Before Montana’s Season Opens
Montana elk hunters: stop hunting sign and start hunting terrain. Here’s the scouting framework that puts you on mature bulls in the backcountry.
Aug 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Ditch the Bugle: First-Week Archery Elk Tactics for Montana Openers
Montana’s archery elk opener is days away. Here’s a first-week field tactics guide covering bull behavior, calling, access, and early September conditions.
Aug 1, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Backcountry Bowhunter Earns a Public Land Elk Hunt for the Ages
Born and Raised Outdoors caps Elk Week with a backcountry public land bowhunt that every Montana archer needs to see before September.
Jul 28, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Huns and Sharpies Over Pointing Dogs: Montana Upland Season Delivers
Watch Montana hunters work pointing dogs on Huns and Sharp-tailed Grouse in this bird hunting video from Wilber’s Wingshooting. Classic Big Sky upland action.
Jul 26, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Phipps & McFadden Run Away with Hell Creek Walleye Title – Smash Fort Peck with Over 131 pounds
The top team five teams all finished with more than 100 pounds!
Jul 26, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Harmful Algal Blooms Confirmed on Hebgen Reservoir- Advisory Issued
Bozeman, Mont. – July 24, 2026 – Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are present on Hebgen Reservoir in the Coffin Springs area […]
Jul 26, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Best Breed for a Coyote Decoy Dog? What Montana Predator Hunters Need to Know Before Picking a Partner
Levi Johnson breaks down the best decoy dog breed for coyote hunting. Here’s what Montana predator hunters should know before adding a dog to their setup.
Jul 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Early Season vs. Rut: Why Montana Archery Elk Hunters Need to Ditch the September Bugle
Montana archery elk season runs early Sept through mid-October. Here’s why your rut calling tactics will wreck an early season hunt — and what to do instead.
Jul 22, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Butte’s Nick Mowrer wins USA Shooting National Championship
Two-time Olympian Nick Mowrer won the 10m Men’s Air Pistol contest at the USA Shooting National Championships in June. Photo: […]