Mar 23, 2026 · Angela Montana
Week 2 Update on the 2026 Spring Mack Days Fishing Frenzy on Flathead Lake
The 2026 Spring Mack Days fishing tournament is underway, with anglers catching over 5,100 lake trout. The competition runs until May 9th, featuring a chance to win tagged fish worth thousands.
Mar 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Four CSKT Staff Win Major Conservation Awards — Here’s What It Means for Flathead Fishing and Wildlife
Four CSKT staff earned statewide conservation awards. Here's what their decades of work means for Flathead fishing, wildlife habitat, and Montana's wild future.
Mar 3, 2026 · Angela Montana
4 CSKT Natural Resources Leaders Earn Major Montana Conservation Awards for Fisheries & Wildlife Work
Four Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Natural Resources staff members received major statewide awards for decades of fisheries and wildlife conservation leadership — including bull trout recovery, Jocko River restoration, Flathead Lake native fish work, and habitat restoration across the Flathead Reservation.
Feb 25, 2026 · Angela Montana
Reminder-2026 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake begins in 16 days on March 12
The 2026 Spring Mack Days, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, runs from March 12 to May 9, focusing on conservation efforts while offering cash prizes for anglers.
Feb 19, 2026 · Angela Montana
Montana FWP 2026–2027 Conservation & Recreation Permit Season: Expiration Date, Renewal Timeline, and New License Ambassador Program
The current conservation and recreation permit season ends Feb. 28, 2026, and permits must be renewed for the new season beginning March 1, 2026. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is also launching a License Ambassador program for external sales, with a hotline for help during normal business hours. Here’s what to know, how to apply, and who to contact for assistance.