Apr 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

14 Bear Encounters in the Bitterroot: One DIY Hunter’s Hard-Earned Spring Tag

A DIY hunter logs 14 bear encounters in Montana's Bitterroot Valley before finally closing the deal. Here's why this one's worth your time.

Mar 18, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

4 Fly Fishing Hacks From a Montana Guide That Make a Difference on the Water

Montana guide Tim Cammisa shares 4 practical fly fishing hacks for spring trout season on the Madison, Gallatin, and Yellowstone rivers.

Mar 17, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

How Montana’s Deer and Elk Draw System Actually Works — And How Not to Get Burned by It

Montana's deer and elk draw system is complicated. Here's what hunters need to know about preference points, deadlines, and limited entry permits.

Mar 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Realtree’s Spring Thunder Heads West — What Montana Merriam’s Hunters Can Learn From It

Realtree's Spring Thunder crew chases Merriam's turkeys in Black Hills country — here's what Montana hunters can take from it for a DIY public land spring hunt.

Mar 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Backcountry Trail Cam Footage Shows What’s Really Moving When Nobody’s Watching

Year-round Montana backcountry trail cam footage from Diaries of a Trailcam — with tips on how hunters can use this intel to scout smarter.

Mar 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Something Big Hit on the Bighorn: Wildhook Adventures Tangles With a Mystery Catch on One of Montana’s Most Legendary Rivers

The crew at Wildhook Adventures hooks into something massive on the Bighorn River near Fort Smith — one of Montana's top tailwater trout fisheries.

Mar 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Cracking Montana’s Elk Draw: What Every Non-Resident Needs to Know

Montana's elk draw is one of the most competitive in the West. Here's what non-residents need to know before applying this season.

Mar 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Why Dumping Bait Fish Could Destroy Your Favorite Montana Lake

Illegal fish stocking is one of Montana's biggest fishery threats. Here's why dumping bait fish or "pet" fish can ruin a waterbody forever.

Mar 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Montana Cuts 2,500 Nonresident Deer Combo Tags: What Hunters Need to Know for 2026

Montana just cut 2,500 nonresident deer combo tags. Here's what hunters need to know before planning their 2026 season.