Oct 24, 2026 · Angela Montana
Region 3: 60,000 Elk, One Record Bear Year
In the latest Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale discusses hunting insights from FWP Region 3 with experts Warren Hansen and Morgan Jacobsen. They reveal elk population estimates of 60,000 but caution about accessibility for hunters. The episode also addresses trends in mule deer and antelope numbers, bear conflicts, and various hunting opportunities.