Mar 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
Unexpected Guests: When Wildlife Pays a Visit to Your Neighborhood
Aging Outdoors….Why It's Time to Check In on the Legends Who Showed You the Ropes..
Mar 26, 2025 · Angela Montana
BLIND LUCK!!!
Staying still in the blind doesn’t have to mean staying stiff—try Slow Chair Yoga to keep your body (and mind) sharp for the perfect shot! Read more from Montana Grant here…
Mar 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
2025-2026 Non-Member Waterfowl & Upland Game Bird Hunting Draft Proposal
Your chance to shape the future of hunting on the Flathead Reservation—share your thoughts on the 2025-2026 draft regulations…
Mar 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
USE IT OR LOSE IT!!!
A new bill, HB 676, could strip Montanans of over a million acres of state land, handing it over to private landowners along with valuable water rights—permanently ending future public access. If we don’t stay vigilant, we risk losing our outdoor heritage one acre at a time! More from Montana Grant here…
Mar 21, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Alabama man convicted in 25-year-old Wyoming wildlife case
An Alabama man was recently convicted in a decades-old wildlife case after failing to appear in court for more than 20 years.
Mar 18, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers weighs in on favorable corner crossing ruling
BHA: The legal precedent for the Tenth Circuit decision is limited to a few states.
Mar 18, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Federal appeals court rules corner crossing is legal
The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on Tuesday that corner crossing is legal, so long as you do not physically touch privately owned land.
Mar 17, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 120
Notice of female lion hunting closure.
Mar 17, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
U.S. Bird Populations Continue Alarming Decline, New Report Finds
The report, produced by a coalition of leading science and conservation organizations, reveals continued widespread declines in American bird populations across all mainland and marine habitats, with 229 species requiring urgent conservation action.
Mar 13, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
UM Honorary Doctorates Go to ‘MeatEater’ Hunter, Former Nike Exec
Rinella is the New York Times-bestselling author of more than 10 books, the star of the Netflix television series “MeatEater” and the host of “The MeatEater Podcast.”
Mar 11, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
UM to request permission to plan for Center for Hunting and Conservation
The University of Montana will ask for permission from the MUS Board of Regents on Thursday to plan for a Center for Hunting and Conservation.
Mar 11, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
UM to consider honorary doctorate for Steven Rinella
The University of Montana will propose awarding MeatEater podcast and television host Steven Rinella an honorary doctorate at the MUS […]
Mar 10, 2025 · Angela Montana
Virtual Hunting, Real Adrenaline with AccuBow VR
Bowhunting just went virtual!
Mar 7, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fort Peck Reservoir Forecast for Water Elevation
Big changes are ahead for Fort Peck—see what the latest forecast means for water levels and flow projections this summer!
Mar 7, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF WOLF CLOSURE
Attention wolf hunters, please note this latest closure…
Mar 5, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 422
Closure update for big cat hunters in LMU 422…
Mar 5, 2025 · Angela Montana
A Rare DOE Harvest
When this hunter pulled the trigger, he thought he had a buck…
Mar 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hitting the Wildlife Jackpot by Bagging a Rare Blonde Elk
This hunter struck gold in the wild with a rare blonde-phase elk and a once-in-a-lifetime trophy!
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
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 270
Please note that LMU 270 is closing to hunting of all male mountain lions tomorrow.
Mar 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Montana Outdoor Podcast is all About The Amazing Lake Koocanusa
The best of the best with the Montana Outdoor Podcast!! Don’t miss this!
Feb 28, 2025 · Angela Montana
Montana hunters request study in hopes of easing crowding
Montana hunters aim to ‘track’ solutions to overcrowding with new study request.
Feb 26, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Brucellosis identified in county adjoining Montana
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE from the Wyoming Livestock Board Brucellosis Identified in Park and Sublette County Cattle HerdsRoutine brucellosis surveillance testing […]
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
Fish and Wildlife Commission reopens Region 4 wolf harvest
Please note that Region 4 reopens for wolf harvests..
Feb 24, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF WOLF CLOSURE
Please note the most recent wolf closure in Region 4
Feb 21, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMUs 100 & 122
This one is for the big cat hunters–take note of the latest LMU closures…
Feb 20, 2025 · Angela Montana
The Great Shot Debate: Clearing Things Up with Keith Warren Hunting
Where should you aim on a deer? Keith Warren and James Eagleman have a go-to guide to help you place the perfect shot.
Feb 19, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Camp BullWheel Donated To Ability Montana
Ability Montana, a leading organization empowering individuals living with disabilities across southwest Montana, is proud to announce that it has received a transformational donation of Camp BullWheel, including all of its assets, from founder Frank Bell.
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
Some 2025 Hunting Regulations Are Available Online
Some 2025 regulations are out, but trapping and certain species regs are not available just yet…
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 201
Attention hunters: LMU 201 will close to all female mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 20, 2025.
Feb 19, 2025 · Angela Montana
From Near Disaster to a Victorious Goose Hunt
From a kayak flip to a lucky shot, this Montana hunter's hunt for 2025 started with a splash…
Feb 18, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 213
Hunters, take note—LMU 213 closes to male mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 18, 2025.
Feb 15, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 103
Mountain lion hunting in LMU 103 is officially closed—stay informed and hunt smart!
Feb 15, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
Lakeridge Ice Fishing Contest 2/15/25 and 2/21/25
Feb 13, 2025 · Angela Montana
Elk captured in Crazy Mountains test negative for brucellosis
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff recently captured elk in the Crazy Mountains northwest of Big Timber as part of a multi-year targeted elk brucellosis surveillance project…
Feb 12, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Pair admit stealing ski boat from St. Mary Lake property
A man and a woman today admitted they stole a ski boat and trailer from property on St. Mary Lake
Feb 12, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 201
By the order of the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission, LMU 201 shall be closed to all hunting of male Mountain Lions one-half hour […]
Feb 10, 2025 · Angela Montana
New hunting, fishing and conservation license year begins March 1
Don't miss your shot—Montana’s 2025 hunting and fishing licenses go live March 1, so gear up and get your tags and apply for your permits…
Feb 10, 2025 · montanaoutdoor
AA: Nelson Reservoir Ice Fishing Report
We received a fishing report from an angler that would like to remain Anonymous from Nelson Reservoir. He went to […]
Feb 6, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURES – LMU 210, 380
Big cat hunting closures….
Feb 5, 2025 · Angela Montana
Body Booting Is Tough!!!
Braving icy waters and fierce winds, body booting proves that waterfowlers aren’t just tough—they’re downright FLOCKING crazy! Read more from Montana Grant here!
Feb 4, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP News: NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 211
FYI
Feb 3, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Tuesday hearing will consider licensing/fees for shed hunting
Should there be fees and licensing for shed hunting in Montana?
Feb 3, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Hunters help FWP collect most CWD samples since testing began
Montana sets a record for chronic wasting disease testing with over 9,000 samples submitted this hunting season—hunters play a crucial role in monitoring and management.
Feb 2, 2025 · Angela Montana
Hunting and trapping for bobcats to close in Region 4 on Tuesday
FYI
Feb 1, 2025 · Angela Montana
FWP News: Notice of Montana Mountain Lion Hunting Closure
This closure does not apply to holders of Limited Lion Licenses
Jan 30, 2025 · Angela Montana
Bill would raise nonresident base license to boost hunter access funding
Will a proposed fee hike for nonresident hunters boost public access—or drive them away? Read more from Brett French…
Jan 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
Governor Gianforte Celebrates Winners of 2024 Youth Hunting Story Contest at State Capitol
Honoring Montana’s hunting heritage, Governor Greg Gianforte today celebrated ten winners of his third annual Youth Hunting Story Contest in a ceremony at the State Capitol.
Jan 28, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan
New study finds deer hunting can help keep CWD in check
The study finds that hunting can be an effective form of disease control when enacted consistently at high levels over many years.
Jan 27, 2025 · Angela Montana
NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION REOPENING – WINTER
Notice of re-opening via FWP