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 8, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

A 500-Pound Grizzly Came Within 20 Feet of This NW Montana Cabin — Trail Cam Footage Inside

A grizzly bear returned just 20 feet from a remote NW Montana cabin — trail cam footage and hard-won bear-proofing lessons inside.

Aug 7, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

When ‘Too Wild’ Becomes the Problem: What Montana’s Bison Battle Means for Public Lands Hunters

Montana’s bison management debate raises a hard question for hunters and public lands users: what does “wild” actually mean on American public land?

Aug 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

The Yellowstone Wolf Video 40 Million People Got Half Wrong

A viral video claimed wolves single-handedly reshaped Yellowstone’s rivers. Scientists say that’s only part of the story — here’s what’s missing.

Aug 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

When the Evidence Doesn’t Match the Suspect: Montana’s Predator ID Problem Is More Complicated Than It Looks

Livestock kills in Montana’s backcountry don’t always have the predator you expect. Here’s why getting the ID right matters — and what hunters and ranchers should know.

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

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 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

A Montana Outfitter’s 3 Must-Have Flies — And Why They Work on Our Rivers

A working Montana outfitter breaks down the 3 flies he never leaves home without — and the reasoning holds up on the Bighorn, Missouri, and beyond.

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 31, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

He’s Hiked This Montana Lake for 20 Years — Here’s What Changed

A Montana angler returns to a backcountry lake he’s fished for 20 years — and finds the trail and the fishery have both changed dramatically.

Jul 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

His Guide Refused to Name the River — The Dry Fly Fishing Was Insane

A secret northwestern Montana river, a guide who wouldn’t talk, and spring dry fly action that’ll make you want to cancel your weekend plans.

Jul 29, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

5 Streamer Fishing Mistakes That Cost You Big Montana Trout — And How to Fix Them

Fix the 5 most common streamer fishing mistakes before your next Montana float. Practical tips for the Clark Fork, Blackfoot, Madison, and more.

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 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Illegal Fish Introductions Now Threatening Montana’s Most Prized Trout Waters

Montana wildlife officials warn illegal introductions of non-native predatory fish are putting the state’s best trout fisheries at serious risk.

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 25, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

When Montana’s Backcountry Fly Fishing Trip Turned Genuinely Sketchy

Day two of a 3-day backcountry Montana fly fishing trip went sideways fast — here’s what happened when the wilderness pushed back.

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 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Spearfishing Pike in Montana’s Murky Water: What They Found

Deep State Spearo dives into northwest Montana's stained pike water early summer — low visibility, big teeth, and a surprise they didn't expect. Watch this.

Jul 22, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Grizzly Management Returns to Montana: What State Control Means for Hunters, Ranchers, and Backcountry Users

Montana grizzly management shifts to state control. Here’s what hunters, ranchers, and backcountry users need to know about what comes next.

Jul 21, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Father-Son Guides Show Colby Acuff What This State Is Really About

Colby Acuff heads to Montana for Fin and Feather Episode 6 with the Hoffman Brothers — a father-son guiding operation that defines this state’s outdoor heritage.

Jul 20, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

How to Hunt Elk in Thick Timber — Tactics That Actually Work in Montana’s Dense Drainages

Spot-and-stalk doesn’t cut it in Montana’s thick timber. Here’s how to hunt elk in dense lodgepole drainages and actually fill your tag.

Jul 18, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Ted Turner’s Flying D Ranch: What 30 Years of Bison Ranching Has Done to the Gallatin Valley Landscape

How Ted Turner’s Flying D Ranch near Bozeman transformed overgrazed ranchland over 30 years — and what it means for Montana hunters and anglers.

Jul 17, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

The Brothers Wild Finally Strike Gold on Montana’s Flathead River

The Brothers Wild Fishing hit Montana’s Flathead River and finally found what they came for — here’s why this one is worth watching.

Jul 16, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Guide Puts Clients on the Biggest Bull on the Mountain After 3 Hard Days in Southwest Montana

A guided elk hunt in a Southwest Montana general unit ends with the biggest bull on the mountain after 3 hard days of searching.

Jul 15, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Horses, Fly Rods, and No-Name Rivers: Deep Montana Backcountry Trout

The Flyhards ride horses deep into unnamed Montana wilderness for wild trout. Here’s why some fishing holes are worth keeping off the map.

Jul 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

3 Fly Selection Mistakes That Are Costing You Fish on Montana’s Blue-Ribbon Rivers

A drift boat guide breaks down 3 fly selection mistakes killing your catch rate on Montana’s blue-ribbon rivers this summer.

Jul 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Golden Stonefly Season Is Here — Tie the Extended Body Pattern Montana Trout Can’t Refuse

Golden stonefly season is peaking on Montana rivers. Learn to tie an extended body pattern that matches the hatch and fools big trout.

Jul 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Stop Burning Your First 48 Hours — How to Find Elk Faster This Fall in Montana

Most Montana elk hunters waste the first two days of a hunt. This system from Backbone Unlimited shows you how to stop doing that.

Jul 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

5 Nymphing Mistakes That Are Costing You Fish on Montana Rivers

A veteran guide breaks down the 5 most common nymphing mistakes costing Montana anglers fish — with fixes you can use on the water this season.

Jul 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Opening Day Elk Confiscated — What Montana Game Wardens Found

A Montana hunter’s elk gets confiscated on opening day. Here’s what the wardens found — and what every elk hunter needs to know before heading out.

Jul 9, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Stop Losing Your Target in the Scope When It Matters Most

Lost a bull in your scope at the worst moment? Montana Wild’s latest tip fixes the most frustrating mistake hunters make in the field.

Jul 8, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Yellowstone Bison, Public Lands, and What’s Actually at Stake for Montana Hunters in 2025

Montana’s bison conflict isn’t simple. Here’s what hunters and wildlife watchers need to know about Yellowstone migration, brucellosis, and public lands in 2025.

Jul 7, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Fly Fishing the Bitterroot River: What Montana Anglers Need to Know Before They Go

FiccaFishing heads to the Bitterroot River in southwest Montana for trout on the fly. Here’s what anglers should know before they go.

Jul 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Yellowstone Bison Management in Montana: What Hunters and Wildlife Watchers Need to Know in 2025

Montana’s Yellowstone bison debate is back in the spotlight. Here’s the history, the current rules, and what it means for hunters and public land users.

Jul 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Salmonfly Season on the Missouri River Means Dry Fly Chaos

Giant salmonflies on the Missouri River mean big wild trout eating on top. Here’s why this hatch is Montana fly fishing at its absolute best.

Jul 4, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Bear Hunters and Trichinosis: What You Need to Know Before Cooking Your Bear Meat

Montana bear hunters face real trichinosis risk. Here’s what the CDC, USDA, and Montana FWP say about cooking bear meat safely this season.

Jul 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Game Wardens Catch Rule-Breakers on Remote Mountain Rivers

Montana game wardens patrol remote mountain rivers catching illegal fishing violations in this gripping Season 6 episode of Signal Wild’s Wardens series.

Jul 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Two Rivers, One Removed Dam, and What Happens When You Give Wild Trout Their Water Back

Dam removal is reshaping Montana’s coldwater fisheries. Here’s what anglers need to know about river restoration and where wild trout are coming back.

Jul 1, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Small Stream Dry Fly Magic: PMDs, Sallies, and Green Drakes Are Popping in Montana

PMDs, Sallies, and Green Drakes are hatching on a Montana small stream — and the dry fly action is exactly what summer fishing dreams are made of.

Jun 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Inside RMEF Headquarters: What the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Actually Does for Montana Elk Country

Gear company Eberlestock visits RMEF headquarters in Missoula to show how the foundation protects Montana elk habitat and public land access.

Jun 29, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Brown Trout in Grizzly Country: What This ‘Secret Montana Water’ Video Gets Right

A Montana YouTube channel found secret brown trout water in grizzly country. Here’s the fishing context, bear safety, gear, and access tips to find your own.

Jun 28, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Kelly Island Fishing Access: An Underrated Clark Fork Spot Right in Missoula

Kelly Island FWP fishing access on the Clark Fork in Missoula offers brown trout, rainbows, and wildlife habitat right inside city limits.

Jun 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Fly Fishing Southwest Montana: Madison River to Yellowstone National Park with Casteel Fishing

Casteel Fishing hits the Madison River corridor and Yellowstone National Park in one epic Montana fly fishing road trip. Here’s what you need to know before you go.

Jun 26, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Volunteers Hit Flathead Ridge Hard to Open Elk Country for Hunters

RMEF volunteers and Montana Knife Company crew tackle a tough habitat project on Flathead Ridge — here’s why it matters for elk hunters this fall.

Jun 25, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Flathead Lake Fishing: The Perfect Stop Before Glacier National Park

Flathead Lake near Glacier National Park is a world-class fishing destination. Here’s why anglers should stop and wet a line before hitting the park.

Jun 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Tick Dangers: What Hunters and Anglers Need to Know Before Heading Out

Montana ticks carry serious diseases. Here’s what hunters, anglers, and backcountry travelers need to know about tick safety, removal, and local risk.