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MT Waterfowl Hunting
Montana Goose Hunting: Strategies for a Bountiful Season
Montana is a paradise for waterfowl hunting enthusiasts. The state’s untouched landscapes provide ideal habitats for Canada geese, attracting hunters […]
Holy Quack! Drake Mallard Sets New Flight Speed Record for Wildlife Research Lab
Did you hear about the latest record-breaking duck flight for Cohen Wildlife Lab? According to the Cohen Wildlife Lab, a […]
2023 WATERFOWL POPULATION SURVEY RESULTS via Ducks Unlimited
The combined count of waterfowl reached 32.3 million in the year 2023. Delve into a comprehensive analysis of species-specific numbers […]
THE BEST HUNTING SHOWS!!!
Hunting is a Blood Sport. This means that things die when hunters are successful at harvesting their prey. Humans are […]
Montana Hunting
Tuesday hearing will consider licensing/fees for shed hunting
Should there be fees and licensing for shed hunting in Montana?
FWP News: Hunters help FWP collect most CWD samples since testing began
Montana sets a record for chronic wasting disease testing with over 9,000 samples submitted this hunting season—hunters play a crucial role in monitoring and management.
FWP News: Notice of Montana Mountain Lion Hunting Closure
This closure does not apply to holders of Limited Lion Licenses
Bill would raise nonresident base license to boost hunter access funding
Will a proposed fee hike for nonresident hunters boost public access—or drive them away? Read more from Brett French…
Governor Gianforte Celebrates Winners of 2024 Youth Hunting Story Contest at State Capitol
Honoring Montana’s hunting heritage, Governor Greg Gianforte today celebrated ten winners of his third annual Youth Hunting Story Contest in a ceremony at the State Capitol.
Montana Fishing Reports
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.3.25
From thick ice to open water, conditions are unpredictable—here’s the latest on where the fish are biting and where to tread carefully.
Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.30.25
“Fresno and Nelson are iced over with solid fishing action—proceed with caution, check tournament results at local spots, and grab the Region 6 Pond Guide for the best fishing intel! More from Brian Olson…
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 1.30.25
Unstable ice and tricky pressure cracks are making travel tough, but the bite is still on—just tread carefully! More from Don Wilkins here…
Montana Ice Fishing
How To Master Walleye Ice Fishing Jigs
Don’t just drop a lure—master the jig!
Hilarious Ice Fishing Stereotypes
When you know all the ice fishing stereotypes because you have fished with all of them!
Ice Update by Hell Creek Marina 2. 3.25
February 3rd Ice Update: Ice thickness ranges from 6 to 14 inches—check the latest conditions and watch for pressure ridges.
FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.3.25
From thick ice to open water, conditions are unpredictable—here’s the latest on where the fish are biting and where to tread carefully.
Slow Fishing, Fast Fun: Joe Moline’s Ice Fishing Trip with the Grandkids
Grandpa Joe took the grandkids ice fishing at Casino Creek—perch were scarce, but the memories were plenty!
Day One: Broadwater Lions Club Perch and Walleye Ice Fishing Tournament
The Broadwater Lions Club Perch and Walleye Tournament kicked off at Canyon Ferry—stay tuned for team results!
Montana Outdoor Podcast
MT Outdoor Podcast: Folks Love This One! Some of Montana’s Best Ice Fishing Spots! Held Over for Another Week!
By Popular Demand! Held Over for Another Week!This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks with […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Scott Arnold (aka, The Painter) Tells Us Where to Find the Fish and How to Catch Them!
Join Downrigger Dale and Scott ‘The Painter’ Arnold as they spill 40+ years of secrets on Montana’s top fishing spots—catch more fish and all the insider tips in this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast!
MT Outdoor Podcast Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Painter’s Playbook
Dive into 40 years of ice fishing wisdom with Scott ‘The Painter’ Arnold as he reveals the secrets to reeling in monster catches on Montana’s top frozen lakes!
MT Outdoor Podcast: Frozen Water and Big Catches with Captain Matt McComb
Want to turn frozen lakes into your fishing playground? Captain Matt’s expert tips will have you catching more fish and loving every icy moment!
Sneak Peek: Fish Smarter, Not Harder with These Ice Fishing Tips from a Montana Pro
Ready to dominate the ice with Captain Matt McComb? Check out this exclusive sneak peek of the new MT Outdoor Podcast episode dropping tomorrow morning at 6am!
Outdoor How-To
How To Clean A Perch QUICKLY with an Electric Knife
Have you ever tried cleaning fish with an electric knife?
How To Do Your Own European Mount
Turn your trophy buck into a DIY masterpiece!
Step-by-Step Guide on Entering Your Boone and Crockett Trophy
You have the score, the story and the trophy—now let’s get it B&C official. Follow these steps to make that happen.
MT Wildlife
Drivers urged to exercise caution, watch for wildlife on roadways
With winter weather in full swing, motorists should be on the lookout for wildlife on roadways. Snow pushes wildlife to congregate into areas of lower elevations, increasing the risk of wildlife-vehicle collisions.
Wildlife Overpasses Work—And This Video is the Proof
This footage from Idaho Fish and Game shows over 1,000 deer safely crossing the Cervidae Peak Wildlife Overpass in just two months—proving that these crossings are saving lives, one hoof at a time.
Coyotes in Unlikely Places
Looks like this coyote is upgrading to an all-wheel howl…
Montana Tourney Trail
Day One: Broadwater Lions Club Perch and Walleye Ice Fishing Tournament
The Broadwater Lions Club Perch and Walleye Tournament kicked off at Canyon Ferry—stay tuned for team results!
Viral Stories
Don’t Let Your Ice Fishing Shanty Relocate Itself
Ice fishing is fun, but watching your shanty roll away? Not so much….
Wolf Pack Attempts Hunt 5 Times in Hours
Five failed hunts and an unstoppable elk for an unnamed wolf pack…
A Moss-Covered Deadhead You Need to See!
Overgrown and awesome, this elk deadhead proves Mother Nature’s got a green thumb for decorating!
Montana FWP
FWP News: Application deadline for Smith River permits is February 15
The deadline is approaching…
Wild Game Recipes
Blackened Muskrat Is On The Menu!
Muskrat is not just for trappers—this wild delicacy is on the menu, and you might be missing out!
Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Bulk Venison Breakfast Sausage
Venison is lean, which is great—unless you want juicy, flavorful sausage, and that’s where a good, fatty pork roast comes to the rescue! More from Kokanee Quinn here…