Search results for: “montana”
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FWP News: Warm water, low flows prompt hoot-owl fishing restrictions on Sun, Madison rivers
Fishing closure daily from 2 p.m. to midnight HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is advising anglers that portions of […]
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Two men charged for 2022 trespass on Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area
SEELEY LAKE – Two men faced criminal trespass charges this spring in Missoula County Justice Court from an incident that […]
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FWP News: Grizzly bear confirmed in Pryor Mountains
BILLINGS – A grizzly bear was recently observed in the Pryor Mountains. State wildlife officials confirmed the species of the observed […]
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Global Study Finds While Humans Sheltered in Place, Wildlife Roamed
By Elizabeth L. Harrison, UM News Service MISSOULA – While humans sheltered in place during the COVID-19 pandemic, wild animals took the opportunity to […]
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When you don’t need a fishing pole and still catch a big one
You don’t always need fishing line and a lure to catch fish. (Click the image below to watch something pretty […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.10.23
Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]
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FWP News: New FWP program to focus on developing shooting-sports facilities
Public asked to participate in online survey HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public input on how it […]
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FWP News: Nonresident hunters can check their Alternates List status online
HELENA – Nonresident hunters who registered to be placed on the Alternates List can now check their status on MyFWP: […]
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FWP News: Partial closure lifted at General Custer Fishing Access Site
Vehicle access has re-opened at the Bighorn River site BILLINGS – A partial closure that was in place at General […]
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5-Ingredient Simple Salmon Salad Recipe
Experience summertime snack or meal bliss, and satiate your hunger amidst the sweltering heat with this delectable salmon salad recipe. […]
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FOOD ON FIRE!!!
Humans have been cooking over fire since fire was discovered. Fire cooked foods are healthier and more flavorful. The charcoal […]
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COMPASS FLIP FLOP!!!
Earth is in constant change. Our planet has an orbiting moon, as we both revolve around a dynamic and changing […]
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SAVE A FISH!!!
Catch and Release fishing is extremely important to conserve Wild and Native trout fisheries. A great and healthy trout may […]
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IS NEW BETTER?
Sportsmen love new stuff. It seems that we never have enough hats, fishing rods, guns, gadgets, garments, and outdoor stuff. […]
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Fire danger increases
Hamilton, Montana (July 3, 2023) – Fire danger on the Bitterroot National Forest will raise from “Low” to “Moderate” starting […]
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Blackfoot Clearwater Stewardship Act introduced
Big Sandy, Mont.) – Following years of work and collaboration between Montana ranchers, recreationists, loggers, mountain bikers, and business owners, […]
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FWP News: FWP TO USE DROUGHT RESTRICTION CRITERIA AS IN YEARS PAST
HELENA – Last year, the Fish and Wildlife Commission approved an amendment to the “hoot owl” rule that directs fishing […]
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GETTING SKUNKED!!!
Every fisherman has a bad day, occasionally. Getting Skunked Stinks! Not catching anything is not an intentional choice. We don’t […]
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FWP News: FWP’s response to trout declines in Big Hole, Beaverhead and Ruby rivers
Proposed studies will examine fish mortality, recruitment and health BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is launching several research efforts […]
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When a coyote runs out of things to do with prey
Well, what else is the coyote going to do with an opossum? lol Click the image below to see what […]
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4th of July facts you may or may not know
It’s the 4th of July!! (in case you forgot…) Here are a few facts about America’s Independence Day that you […]
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Turkey attacks drone
Happy Independence Day from the Montana Outdoor Radio Show crew! The latest thing to see are the pretty awesome drone […]
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Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 7.2.23
The 2023 dry fly bite has finally arrived. Flows are stable, rivers are clearing up, bugs are hatching. Game on! […]
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Husband-Wife Fort Peck Fishing Success
Greg and Cindy Foley of Kalispell caught 30 and 31-inch walleyes from the Fort Peck dam last week. Cindy also […]
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MEN VS. WOMEN FISHING!!!
Competition between men and women seems to be in the news a lot lately. Biological Men are seen as unfair […]
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DOG HAIR!!!
Anyone with a dog knows that shed hair is a problem. Hairy dust bunnies gather in corners of the floor, […]
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Bill Couch Catches 27 inch Walleye
Bill Couch from St. Ignatius Caught a 27 inch Walleye while listening to the Montana Outdoor Radio Show July 1st. […]
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The Crooked Creek Boat Ramp at FT Peck is NOT useable
The Crooked Creek Boat Ramp is not usable. This photo was taken on Sunday June 25 2023. The boat you […]
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PAY TO PLAY!!!
On July 1st, anyone using Montana State fishing access sites, State Lands, or Wildlife Management Areas will be required to […]
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BIG FRY COUNTRY!!!
Montana sunbathing smells like frying bacon. Getting a sunburn is easier at higher altitudes. Big Fry Country means that being […]
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What’s Going on With the Fish in Canyon Ferry Reservoir?!
Downrigger Talks with FWP Fisheries Biologist Adam Strainer on the Montana Outdoor Podcast to Find Out! Downrigger and the Captain […]
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FWP News: FWP seeks comment on draft environmental assessment of elk management plan
HELENA – A draft environmental assessment (EA) of the 2023 Draft Elk Management Plan is now available for public review and […]
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FWP News: Hunter education course scheduled in Billings
Accelerated format will involve live-fire field day BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has scheduled an accelerated hunter education course […]
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FWP News: FWP launches new public portal to report sightings of sick or dead fish
Portal to assist FWP’s response to trout population declines in Jefferson Basin HELENA – As part of the department’s response to […]
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Brooks Defends Title, Wins 2023 RMEF World Elk Calling Championship
MISSOULA, Mont. — Beau Brooks of La Center, Washington, fought off a stacked field that included six other past world […]
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Reclamation reminds public of fireworks prohibition, announces reservoir levels for holiday weekend
BILLINGS, Mont. – The public is reminded that possessing, discharging and using fireworks is strictly prohibited on all Bureau of Reclamation […]
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Free UM Clark Fork River Shuttle Service Returns in July
Free UM Clark Fork River Shuttle Service Returns in July – Free and convenient transport to float the Clark Fork River will soon […]
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Public Invited to “Going Batty” Evening Field Trip in Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 29, 2023] – Glacier National Park and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MFWP) invite the public to a late-evening […]
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Zinke, Daines Urge Bureau of Reclamation to Increase Flow from Hungry Horse, Prevent Catastrophic Impacts on Flathead Lake
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Today, Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke urged Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Camille Touton to increase the release of water […]
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Grab your fishing gear, sit back, and reel in the excitement with “Catchin’ the Big Ones”!
Tune in to Catchin the Big Ones with the Captain for the latest fishing reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning […]
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FWP News: FWP REMINDER: BE BEAR AWARE WHEN RECREATING OUTDOORS
HELENA – Bears can be found throughout Montana. In recent years, grizzly bear populations have expanded. As you make plans for […]
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FWP News: NO FIREWORKS ON FWP PROPERTY INCLUDING FISHING ACCESS SITES
HELENA – Visiting a Montana fishing access site on July 4th is a great idea – just leave the fireworks at […]
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KNOT KNOWLEDGE !!!
Fishing knots are critical to fishing success. Different knots are required for certain line types, gear, and presentations. Not all […]
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BACKPACK FISHERMEN!!!
I have noticed that many fly guys are fully decked out when fly fishing. In some drift boats, there is […]
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Brett French reports: Tribes working to co-manage Yellowstone bison
A nonprofit group is calling for a meeting of tribal representatives in an attempt to push for co-management of Yellowstone […]
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CORRECTED: Conservation license required to access most state lands
HELENA – Working with the 68th Legislature, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) and the Montana Department of Natural Resources and […]
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FWP News: Conservation license required to access most state lands
HELENA – Working with the 68th Legislature, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) and the Montana Department of Natural Resources […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 6.28.23
Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on […]
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Billboard at Entrance to YNP Displays Grizzly Bear Management Support
If you happen to be in the area, check out the billboard on Highway 89 at the northern entrance to […]