Oct 21, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
16 Bison, One Dark October Night, and a Prairie That Came Roaring Back
Sixteen bison stepped off trailers onto the Montana prairie in 2005. What happened next left wildlife watchers genuinely speechless.
Oct 20, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
The Big Hole’s Arctic Grayling Are Hanging On — But Just Barely
The upper Big Hole River holds the last wild, river-dwelling Arctic grayling in the Lower 48. Here’s why that matters to every Montana angler.
Oct 17, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
When a Hunter’s Story Doesn’t Add Up: Montana Wardens Work a Deer Case on WILDLANDS
Montana game wardens unravel a deer hunter’s suspicious story in this WILDLANDS episode — a real-world reminder of what FWP enforcement actually looks like.
Oct 16, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
A Montana Rancher Cloned the World’s Biggest Sheep — Then the Feds Showed Up
A Montana rancher outside Vaughn cloned the world’s largest wild sheep. What happened next raises serious questions for hunters and conservationists alike.
Oct 15, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Thread the Needle: Montana Wild Tags a 355-Inch Bull on Opening Morning
Montana Wild’s latest film follows a 355-inch opening morning bull taken on public land. Here’s what elk hunters can take away from the hunt.
Oct 13, 2026 · Angela Montana
One State Discovered a Unicorn That Montana Likely Won’t Find
In July, Michigan's Department of Natural Resources requested public gray fox sightings to map the species better. A 2019 photo of a unique melanistic gray fox near Hastings created buzz online, raising questions about its rarity. In contrast, Montana lacks a gray fox account, focusing instead on red fox observations.
Oct 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana’s Shed Season Opens May 15 — Here’s What Opening Day Really Looks Like
Montana game ranges open May 15 for shed hunting. Here’s what opening day really looks like — and what you need to know before you go.
Oct 11, 2026 · Angela Montana
Muley vs. Elk
The post highlights the amusing nature of certain animals that seem unable to learn from their experiences. It conveys a lighthearted tone with a cheerful "Happy Sunday!" message and includes a link to a YouTube short for more visual content related to the theme.
Oct 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
How Illegal Lake Trout Dumped in Yellowstone Turned Grizzlies Into Elk Calf Killers
Illegal lake trout dumped in Yellowstone Lake wiped out a grizzly food source — and the bears responded by hunting elk calves instead.
Oct 8, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Yellowstone’s Wolves Are Back — So Why Aren’t the Willows?
Wolves have ruled Yellowstone for 30 years. So why isn’t the landscape recovering the way the science promised it would?
Oct 7, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Brucellosis, Bison, and Elk: What Montana Hunters Should Know About the Science Behind Yellowstone’s Biggest Wildlife Fight
Bison take the blame for brucellosis in Montana, but research increasingly points to elk. Here’s what hunters need to know about the real science.
Oct 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
October Elk Are Bugling Again — Is Montana’s Second Rut Real?
October elk bugling has Montana hunters wondering — is there really a second rut? Here’s what’s actually happening and why it matters for your hunt.
Oct 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Opening Day Bull Down — Spot and Stalk Elk Hunting on Montana Public Land
Luke and his partner spot and stalk a bull elk on Montana public land opening day of rifle season. Here’s why this hunt is worth watching.
Oct 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
American Prairie’s 3-Million-Acre Vision: What Eastern Montana Hunters and Anglers Need to Know
American Prairie is reshaping hunting and fishing access across eastern Montana. Here’s what hunters and anglers need to know about Open Fields, bison, and Fort Peck country.
Oct 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
How Montana FWP Counts and Manages Mule Deer — And Why It Matters for Your Season
Montana FWP breaks down how biologists survey and manage mule deer populations — and what that process means for hunters across eastern Montana.
Sep 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Grizzly Bear Attack Near Augusta Is a Warning Shot for Every Montana Bowhunter Heading Into the Front
A grizzly bear attacked a bowhunter near Augusta, MT on Sept. 14. Here’s what it means for hunters along the Rocky Mountain Front this season.
Sep 26, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Bison vs. Cattle on Montana Public Grass — Who Really Wins?
Montana PBS digs into the long-running fight over who grazes public grasslands in north central Montana — cattle ranchers or roaming bison herds.
Sep 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Why Fall Is Montana’s Most Dangerous Season for Bear Encounters — And What Hunters Need to Know
Montana FWP biologist Colby Anton explains why black bears are most dangerous in fall — and what hunters need to do to stay safe in the backcountry.
Sep 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
44 Yards, First Pronghorn, Public Land — Ayden’s Redemption Shot on a Montana Buck
Ayden finally connects on his first pronghorn buck at 44 yards after days of decoying antelope on Montana public land. Watch the full hunt.
Sep 22, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Two Wardens, Two Hunters, Two Broken Stories — This Wildlands Episode Shows Exactly How Montana Game Wardens Work
Watch how Montana game wardens unravel inconsistent hunter stories in this Wildlands episode — plus practical tips every Montana hunter needs to know.
Sep 21, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Mountain Lion Blows Up a Montana Archery Elk Hunt — And the Video Is Worth Every Minute
A mountain lion crashes a fired-up bull elk encounter on a Montana backcountry archery hunt. Here’s what happened — and what hunters can learn from it.
Sep 20, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Surrounded by Montana River Bottom Elk — What Buckmasters’ Jackie Bushman Did Next
Jackie Bushman gets surrounded by elk in a Montana river bottom. Here’s what happened — and what every bow hunter can take away from it.
Sep 18, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Most Archery Hunts Don’t End With a Kill — A Montana Bowhunter Gets Real About Success
Most archery hunts don’t end with a kill — this Montana bowhunter gets real about what success actually looks like in the high country.
Sep 17, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Inside a Montana Archery Elk Camp: What WALSHFARMS68 Gets Right About the September Grind
Montana archery elk season demands serious camp planning. See how WALSHFARMS68 sets up for a month in elk country — plus tips for your own September hunt.
Sep 16, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Wardens Set Deer Decoy Trap During Winter Storm Brutus Near Glasgow — Driver Didn’t Stand a Chance
Montana wardens set a deer decoy trap near Glasgow during Winter Storm Brutus — what happened next is a masterclass in how poachers get caught.
Sep 15, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
He Confessed Before the K9 Even Sniffed — Cely Lake Elk Decoy Sting
Montana wardens ran a spike elk decoy near Cely Lake — and one hunter confessed before the K9 even got to work. Here’s what happened.
Sep 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What a Year-Round Trail Camera in the Rockies Reveals About Elk and Mule Deer Behavior — And What Montana Hunters Can Learn
A trail cam left running for a full year in the Rockies captured elk, mule deer, and seasonal shifts that every Montana backcountry hunter should see.
Sep 10, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Wardens Used This Elk Decoy Trick for 25 Years Near Cely Lake
Montana wardens Bill Copen and Kyle Miller reveal a 25-year elk decoy operation near Cely Lake — and what it means for hunters in Region 2.
Sep 9, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Decoy Pronghorn on Montana’s Open Prairie: What This Archery Hunt Gets Right
Master the decoy game for Montana pronghorn archery hunts. Learn how to beat their 320-degree vision and get within bow range on open prairie.
Sep 8, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
When Elk Become the Enemy: Montana’s Depredation Problem and What It Means for Hunter Access
Montana’s elk depredation conflict is quietly eroding hunter access. Here’s what’s at stake for ranchers, public lands, and the hunters who depend on both.
Sep 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
48 Charges, 20 Dead Bucks, and One Poacher Near Whitefish — Why This Case Matters
A poacher near Whitefish racked up 48 charges after killing 20+ mature bucks and leaving them to rot. Here’s why this case matters to every Montana hunter.
Sep 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
When Logging Disrupts Your Elk Spot, Here’s How to Find New Montana Country Fast
Montana elk hunters know logging can blow up a reliable spot overnight. Here’s how to scout new country and adapt before the season opens.
Sep 4, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Lowered Its Wolf Population Estimate and Raised Harvest Quotas — What Hunters Need to Know
Montana FWP reduced its wolf population estimate and raised harvest quotas. Here’s what the change means for hunters in wolf country this fall.
Sep 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Three Years of Gains: Mule Deer Are Making a Real Comeback in Region 7
Montana FWP confirms a third straight year of mule deer population gains in Region 7. Here’s what it means for hunters this fall.
Aug 30, 2026 · Angela Montana
Nature’s Mother: A Bear’s Unconventional Relaxation Station
A black bear, embodying the essence of a mama bear, unwittingly invades a porch, finding it a perfect private nursing area. With no regard for property lines, she comfortably relaxes while her cub snacks nearby. This encounter underscores the remarkable and often intrusive nature of wildlife in human spaces.
Aug 29, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Giant Public Land Bull Elk Bugling at First Light — Bowhunting Montana with Twin Elements
Twin Elements captures a giant bull elk bugling at first light on Montana public land — a bowhunt that reminds you why September in Montana is unmatched.
Aug 28, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Your Gym Gains Mean Nothing Above 8,000 Feet in Montana
A Missouri whitetail hunter learns the hard way that gym strength doesn’t cut it in Montana’s mountains. Here’s what actually prepares you for a mule deer hunt.
Aug 27, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What a Montana Elk Guide Actually Packs for a Full Season in the Backcountry
A Montana elk guide breaks down every piece of gear he trusts for a full season in the mountains — clothing, boots, and power solutions included.
Aug 25, 2026 · Angela Montana
Hiker Uses Bear Spray on a Yellowstone Wolf — It Worked
A Yellowstone wolf shadowed a backcountry hiker, ignored every hazing tactic, and finally got a face full of bear spray. Here's exactly how it went down.
Aug 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
How Much Can a Grizzly Bear Lift? The Answer Should Change How You Hunt and Hike in Montana
How much can a grizzly bear lift? The verified numbers are staggering — and they have real implications for Montana backcountry hunters and hikers.
Aug 24, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Rifle Pointed at Montana Wardens Twice Before Lunch on Opening Day
A Montana warden had a scoped rifle pointed at him twice in one day on opening day. Here’s what happened and why every hunter needs to see it.
Aug 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Six Months, One Super Cub, and a Radio Antenna: Inside a Montana Elk Poaching Investigation
Montana FWP wardens spent six months cracking an elk poaching case — including aerial surveillance in a Super Cub. Here’s what hunters need to know.
Aug 22, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Bowhunting Mule Deer and Bull Elk in Montana: Twin Elements’ Latest Film Is Worth Your Time
Twin Elements’ new film covers a Montana archery combo hunt for mule deer bucks and bull elk — plus tips, season dates, and public land context.
Aug 21, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
How Aerial Wildlife Surveys Actually Determine Your Montana Hunting Tags
Learn how Montana FWP aerial surveys shape tag quotas — and how understanding the process helps you make smarter application decisions each season.
Aug 19, 2026 · Angela Montana
Picky Eaters, Desperate Times: The Bruin Diet Crisis
The unusual early spring and late frost have caused severe natural food shortages for bears, leading them to invade residential areas in search of food. Wildlife officials warn that hungry grizzlies and black bears are disrupting neighborhoods as they seek pre-hibernation nourishment, emphasizing the importance of securing garbage and bird feeders.
Aug 19, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Mountain Goats Took Over a Beartooth Wilderness Camp — Here’s What Happened
Mountain goats invaded a remote Beartooth Wilderness campsite. Here’s what the crew from Carnivore Expeditions experienced — and what you should know before you go.
Aug 15, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Glacier’s Wolverines Outsmart Grizzlies With One Brilliant Winter Trick
A new wildlife doc filmed in Glacier National Park reveals how wolverines use snowpack to cache food — and back down grizzlies in the process.
Aug 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What’s Really Killing Montana’s Mule Deer? FWP’s New Video Finally Tackles the Hard Questions
Montana FWP’s new video breaks down what’s really driving mule deer population swings — and every eastern Montana hunter should watch it before this fall’s season.
Aug 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Decoy vs. Spot & Stalk: Which Tactic Wins Montana Pronghorn Rut?
Twin Elements tests decoy vs. spot & stalk tactics on rutting Montana pronghorn bucks. Here’s what worked — and what didn’t.
Aug 11, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
What Separates Successful Elk Hunters From Everyone Else? Survey Data From 1,000+ Public Land Hunters Has Answers
Survey data from 1,000+ public land elk hunters reveals what actually separates tag-fillers from tag-soakers — key takeaways for Montana hunters.