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 · Angela Montana
One Tag, One Giant Bull, One Possible World Record
Talk about showing up and accidentally rewriting the record book. According to an article from Outdoor Life, Illinois bowhunter Drew […]
Sep 8, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Raking, Screaming, and Closing the Distance on September Bulls
Montana’s archery elk season is in week two. Here’s how to escalate from cow calls to aggressive raking on pressured public land bulls.
Sep 7, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
The Warden Was Already Watching — Three Hunters Didn’t Know It
A Montana game warden watched three hunters shoot a mule deer buck through his scope before walking down to ask one question. Here’s what happened.
Sep 6, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Calling Bulls on Pressured Public Land: September Tactics That Work Now
Archery elk season is open and bulls are bugling. Here’s how to call pressured public land bulls in Montana right now.
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.
Sep 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Mule Deer Are Rebounding in Southwest Montana — Here’s What Region 3 Data Shows
Montana FWP breaks down mule deer population trends in Region 3 after years of drought and hard winters. Here’s what hunters need to know.
Sep 1, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan
Hunting Camp Extension Applications Available for the Rocky Mountain Ranger District
(Choteau, M.T., August 18, 2026) – The Rocky Mountain Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest will be accepting […]
Sep 1, 2026 · Angela Montana
Master Elk Hunting: Strategies to Tag Your First Bull
September elk hunting requires strategy rather than brute effort. Jace Bauserman offers five key tips: elevate your position early, use cover wisely, don’t overlook nearby elk, minimize calling when approaching a herd bull, and watch water sources for ambush opportunities. Success hinges on smart tactics, not endurance.
Aug 30, 2026 · Angela Montana
When a Public-Land Hunt Crosses the Line
Andrew McKean’s Wyoming elk hunt was supposed to make a point about public-land access. Instead, it became a very public […]
Aug 29, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Montana Dove Opener September 1: Find Birds Before the Crowds Do
Montana’s dove season opens September 1. Here’s a boots-on-the-ground guide to finding birds on public and Block Management lands before everyone else shows up.
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 · Angela Montana
Heads Up, Hunters: New Playbook for Lincoln’s Block Management Areas
Autumn hunters in Lincoln, Montana should be aware of new rules for two Block Management Areas. For Horsefly Creek, access requires reservation from August 26-28, with no camping allowed. Keep Cool Hills has updated parking and camping restrictions, limiting stays to three days within 21. Check regulations online before visiting.
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 26, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
When Game Wardens Come Knocking: The Real Price of Poaching in Montana
Montana game wardens are cracking down on poaching and untagged game. Here’s what wildlife crime actually costs — and why it matters to every legal hunter.
Aug 26, 2026 · Angela Montana
Why Just Knowing How to Shoot Does Not Always Make You a Safe Hunter
An off-duty Wisconsin deputy is facing multiple felony charges after an awful turkey hunting mishap that Outdoor Life reports is […]
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 23, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Glass These Montana Ridges Now to Find Velvet Bulls Before September
Archery elk opens September 1. Here’s where Montana bowhunters should be glassing right now to pin down velvet bulls before the opener.
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 18, 2026 · Angela Montana
Uncle Sam Just Unlocked 1,500 New Ways to Hunt and Fish
The Department of the Interior has announced a historic expansion of access to public lands, offering nearly 1,500 new recreational opportunities across 92 million acres. This includes access to 111 federal sites and simplifies regulations by removing over 1,000 rules. While many support the changes, concerns about management challenges due to budget cuts are raised.
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 12, 2026 · Angela Montana
What It Really Takes to Score a Record Boone and Crockett Billy
So, you’re hunkered on a wind-whipped shale ridge at 10,000 feet, lungs burning, tears streaming down your face because the […]
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.
Aug 10, 2026 · Angela Montana
Mastering Efficiency: Lift Smart, Not Hard…When You Can
The post discusses the cultural tendency to rely on brute strength for tasks, urging a transition to smarter methods. It highlights the importance of saving one's body through efficiency, using tools and techniques that minimize strain. The emphasis is on embracing convenience in both everyday chores and outdoor activities.
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 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
30 Days to Dove: Scout Eastern Montana’s Best Fields Right Now
Dove season opens September 1. Here’s where eastern Montana hunters should be scouting right now — fields, water holes, and public access spots.
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 3, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Ditch the Bugle: First-Week Archery Elk Tactics for Montana Openers
Montana’s archery elk opener is days away. Here’s a first-week field tactics guide covering bull behavior, calling, access, and early September conditions.
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 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 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 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 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 19, 2026 · Angela Montana
Why Retrievers Are Born to Fetch
Retrievers have an innate drive to fetch due to centuries of selective breeding, which embeds this behavior in their DNA. Their unique trait, known as a "soft mouth," allows them to carry delicate objects without damage, reflecting their original purpose of retrieving game for hunters. This drives their comedic and endearing antics.
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 14, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
8 Weeks Out: Montana Bowhunter’s Elk Conditioning and Tune-Up Plan
Montana archery elk opens in early September. Here’s an 8-week physical and gear prep plan built for high-elevation backcountry hunting.
Jul 14, 2026 · Angela Montana
Ditch the Fly Rod, Grab the Glass: Why July 4th is the Real Start of Deer Season
In Montana, the key to successful early-season archery hunting begins in July, according to Scott Bestul's feature on Bob Borowiak. By avoiding reliance on trail cameras and utilizing long-range spotting methods, hunters can better scout mature deer patterns. Borowiak emphasizes the importance of wide-ranging scouting rather than focusing on individual bucks, advising preparation to increase chances of success come fall.
Jul 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
8 Weeks Out: Your Body and Bow Are Already Behind
Montana archery elk opens in early September. Here’s exactly how to spend the next 8 weeks getting your body and bow ready for the mountains.
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 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.