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MT Waterfowl Hunting
2025-2026 Non-Member Waterfowl & Upland Game Bird Hunting Draft Proposal
Your chance to shape the future of hunting on the Flathead Reservation—share your thoughts on the 2025-2026 draft regulations…
The Department of Livestock Asks Montanans to be Aware of Avian Influenza
A Canada goose was confirmed infected in Gallatin County on February 26.
Get Your Goose on With the Ultimate Goose Jerky Recipe
It’s time to get your goose jerky on!
Montana Hunting
Oklahoma Draws the Line with New Rules for Nonresident Hunters
Oklahoma’s public lands just got a little less public for outsiders.
Mossy Oak’s Mr. Fox Bags a Bird at 94
At 94 years old, with a heart full of grit and a camo golf cart for cover, Mr. Fox Haas reminded us all why legends never hang up their calls….
Sheriff warns of escalating wolf attacks as elk dies yards from home; front stoop left bloodied
The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office in California reports residents are under siege from wolves, posting graphic photos of a bloodied stoop where an elk was brought down just yards from a residence. There have been 18 wolf attacks confirmed in 28 days.
Translocated wolf travels the equivalent of Denver to San Francisco in four months
A female gray wolf, released in Colorado in January after being translocated from British Columbia, has made significant movements across the state, covering more than 1,230 miles since translocation — an extraordinary display of the species’ natural roaming behavior.
Correction made to hound hunting season dates in 2025 Black Bear Regulations
IMPORTANT: The season dates for hound hunting season in the printed version of the 2025 Black Bear Regulations were incorrectly listed in the printed regulations.
MSU Extension and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks to host public meetings on wild and domestic sheep interactions
A series of free, public meetings will be held in Montana communities in April and May to discuss the Wild and Domestic Sheep Comingling Project.
Montana Fishing Reports
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 5.1.25
From deep water surprises to shoreline hotspots, this week brought a little bit of everything at Fort Peck.
Missouri River Fishing Report 4.29.25
The bugs are waking up and the trout are eating—Craig’s tailwater is heating up before runoff….
Gallatin River Fishing Report 4.28.25
The Gallatin River is fishing great right now, with nymphs and worms leading the charge as runoff begins and fish are biting from the park to the valley…
Montana Ice Fishing
When Ice Fishing Becomes a Rescue Mission
A peaceful day of ice fishing shattered in an instant…
Chasing Ice: For Some, the Season’s Over
Some anglers are stuck dreaming of frozen lakes, while others are packing their gear and chasing the last ice—where do you stand?
LAST ICE HEIST!!!
As Canyon Ferry’s ice fades fast, one last thrilling ice fishing adventure delivers big trout and bigger lessons—before the season slips away! More from Montana Grant here!
ICE DOESN’T CARE!!!
As Montana’s late-season ice thins and conditions become unpredictable, anglers are urged to stay cautious—no fish is worth the risk.
FWP’s Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.10.25
Ice conditions are unpredictable, but for those willing to take precautions, the fishing has been excellent across Helena area waters.
Montana Outdoor Podcast
MT Outdoor Podcast: Are These the Kokanee Salmon You Were Looking For?
Time for Your Refresher Course on How to Catch HUGE Kokanee Salmon in Holter & Hauser Reservoirs From Kit & Trevor Johnson of Kit’s Tackle Outfitters…
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Back by Popular Demand: The Podcast Everyone’s Talking About – “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins” Returns This Week!
Back by popular demand, this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast dives deep into the surprising fish behind Fort Peck’s trophy giants—don’t miss “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins.”
MT Outdoor Podcast: The History and Effects of the Introduction of the Cisco into Fort Peck Reservoir
What do deep-water monsters and a double bacon cheeseburger have in common? Tune in to the Montana Outdoor Podcast to find out…
MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Downrigger Talks About the Fort Peck Cisco with Andrew McKean
What do a double bacon cheeseburger and Fort Peck’s biggest fish have in common?
MT Outdoor Podcast: Casting Lines and Relationship Goals with the Goodmans
What do you get when a seasoned angler takes his date fishing, forgets to mention the eel-like fish might hug her arm, and somehow still ends up married? Hook into this MT Outdoor Podcast episode to hear it all!
Outdoor How-To
How To De-Skunk Your Dog
That “special” new scent your dog is rocking? Yeah, here’s one way to get rid of that…
How To Win the Recall Battle with Your Dog
Tired of playing keep-away with your dog while you’re at hunting camp, fishing, on the trapline or hunting? Even well-trained dogs have their moments! Learn the secret to achieving total recall—no chasing required!
A Feud Over Filleting Has The Internet Debating the ‘Right’ Way to Clean a Pike
When it comes to filleting a northern pike, the internet has spoken—and, as usual, everybody is right and wrong, simultaneously….
MT Wildlife
Porkys
Armored in 30,000 quills and smelling like exotic cheese, the porcupine is nature’s most misunderstood, chew-happy, and surprisingly tasty pincushion. Read more from Montana Grant here…
Don’t Pet Wildlife–Even When You Want To
Remember that wildlife is wild…
When Guests Are Cold-Blooded and Uninvited
When your Ring doorbell says there’s someone at the door, you just never know what to expect in Florida…
Montana Tourney Trail
Echo Lake Big Sky Bass Bash results from April 26
Bass season just kicked off—and let’s just say, the opening weekend didn’t disappoint at the Echo Lake Big Sky Bass Bash…
Viral Stories
In 1916 They Blew Up A Yellowstone Grizzly Bear with Dynamite After it Killed A Man
In 1916, Yellowstone National Park recorded its first officially documented fatal grizzly bear attack. The victim, Frank Welch, a 61-year-old […]
Irish Woman Sues Wyoming Dude Ranch After Bear Spray Incident Leaves Her Injured
An Irish woman, Lorraine Learmont, has filed a lawsuit against the Triangle C Ranch near Dubois, Wyoming, following an incident […]
Watch This Elk Play a Friendly Game of Backyard Soccer
This smart and friendly elk has serious footwork when it comes to soccer.
Montana FWP
How To Snag and Release Paddlefish with FWP
Snagging a river dinosaur might sound crazy to some, but in Montana, it’s just another paddlefish season….
Anglers charged by grizzly bear in Centennial Valley
Fortunately, anglers were unharmed
Wild Game Recipes
Fox Tastes Like Elk? It Can…
Fox for dinner? With the right prep, it’s kind of like elk—and way more interesting than chicken.
Turkey-Stuffed Morel Mushroom Recipe
Wild turkey meets wild mushrooms in this easy, flavor-packed spring recipe you’ll want to make all season long…