In case you needed a refresher of the lineup of Montana fishing contests for 2023-2024, here you go:
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Revisit 2023-2024 Approved Fishing Contests
Posted by Angela Montana on May 18, 2023
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MT Waterfowl Hunting
Montana Goose Hunting: Strategies for a Bountiful Season
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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
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2023 WATERFOWL POPULATION SURVEY RESULTS via Ducks Unlimited
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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!!!
Mar-25-23 by Montana Grant
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Montana Hunting
Skier dies in Wyoming avalanche
Jan-05-25 by Moosetrack Megan
A skier has died as a result of an avalanche on Togwotee Pass on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
Planning your summer garden? Here’s where you can buy seeds sourced from Montana.
Jan-05-25 by Moosetrack Megan
Did you know there are options to shop local for your garden seeds? Several Montana companies offer locally-sourced options.
Four Montanans registered to compete in Idaho Sled Dog Race
Jan-05-25 by Moosetrack Megan
Montana participants include Charmayne Morrison, Clayton Perry, Nicole Lombardi, and Redman Glisson.
For the first time, California agency uses AI exclusively to locate wildfire
Jan-04-25 by Moosetrack Megan
Will AI eventually replace fire lookouts in Montana?
Deck the halls, not the deer
Jan-04-25 by Moosetrack Megan
If your holiday decorations are still up, you might want to consider taking them down as a favor to urban deer.
Coyote bites 5-year-old, tries to drag him away
Jan-03-25 by Moosetrack Megan
A coyote bit a five-year-old boy in the upper body, pulling the child to the ground and then attempted to drag him toward a greenbelt area.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Seeks Information on Illegal Killing of Gray Wolf in Grand County, CO
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The reintroduction of wolves in Colorado seems to be off to a rough start, as one has been shot illegally.
Montana Fishing Reports
Weekly Eastern Montana Fishing Reports 1.5.25
Jan-05-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
Here are the fishing reports from the Montana Outdoor Radio show for Eastern Montana. Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Eddie […]
Weekly Southwest Montana Fishing Reports 1.5.25
Jan-05-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
Here are the fishing reports from the Montana Outdoor Radio show for Southwest Montana. Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Garrett […]
Weekly Central Montana Fishing Reports 1.5.25
Jan-05-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
Here are the fishing reports from the Montana Outdoor Radio show for Central Montana. Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Leonard […]
Montana Ice Fishing
Tips for Targeting Walleyes Through The Ice
Jan-04-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
When going after Walleye through the ice for the first time, or on a new lake. Here are a few […]
The Coolest Family Adventure | Take the Kiddos Ice Fishing
Jan-03-25 by Angela Montana
Skip the video games—ice fishing with kids turns frosty days into unforgettable adventures!
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 1.2.25
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With ice covering Fresno and Nelson reservoirs, it’s time to hit those edges—weed lines, humps and drop-offs are calling your jigs and tip-ups!
Weekly Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 1.2.25
Jan-02-25 by Angela Montana
With ice thickening and walleye biting, Nelson Creek is shaping up to be the perfect weekend fishing spot—just grab your tip-ups, minnows, and a little luck!
[VIDEO] Garrett Ostler On Hebgen Lake Ice Fishing Today
Jan-02-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
Garrett Ostler gave us a video on the ice today reviewing conditions and talking about the upcoming Hebgen Lake Ice […]
Tongue River Reservoir Ice Update – 1.2.25
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New year, new ice — here’s the scoop from Tongue River Reservoir State Park.
Montana Outdoor Podcast
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MT Outdoor Podcast: For Those That are Hooked on Ice Fishing, This One’s For You
Dec-28-24 by Angela Montana
Join Downrigger Dale and ice fishing pro Eric Magnuson as they share game-changing tips, gear secrets and precision techniques that will take your ice fishing skills to the next level!
Sneak Peek: Downrigger Dale Chats with Ice Fishing Pro, Eric Magnuson on MT Outdoor Podcast
Dec-27-24 by Angela Montana
Pro angler Eric Magnuson joins Downrigger Dale to share game-changing tips, gear secrets, and a fish finder trick that’ll blow your mind. Ever tracked a maggot to the lake bottom?
MT Outdoor Podcast: What 43 Years in Tackle Taught Bob Loomis About Ice Fishing
Dec-21-24 by Angela Montana
Ice fishing success starts with the right tackle—Bob Loomis shares 43 years of wisdom in this week’s podcast!
Exclusive MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Mastering the Ice with Bob Loomis of Mack’s Lure
Dec-19-24 by Angela Montana
Dive into ice fishing tips, must-have lures and Bob Loomis’ epic fishing adventures in this week’s exclusive Montana Outdoor Podcast sneak peek!
Outdoor How-To
How to Clean Your Perch without Losing Your Cool
Dec-05-24 by Angela Montana
Learn the quick and easy way to clean your perch after ice fishing (and keep your limbs intact)!
How To: 5 Basic Boating Knots
Jul-07-24 by Angela Montana
So, you are a newbie to the boating world–or maybe you have never really known how to tie knots because […]
How to fillet a trout in 30 seconds or less
Sep-05-23 by Angela Montana
If you love rainbow trout, but you’re looking for a quicker and easier way to fillet them, let Dan Brooks […]
MT Wildlife
Always Yield to Moose!
Jan-05-25 by Angela Montana
When you’re cross-country skiing, remember: moose always have the right of way…
Wolf Size vs. Coyote Size
Dec-19-24 by Angela Montana
Coyotes and wolves: They might look similar from afar, but up close, the size difference between mature wolves and coyotes says it all.
The Fight Before a Mountain Lion’s Meal
Dec-14-24 by Angela Montana
Caught on camera, the big cat’s bold takedown of a hefty buck!
Montana Tourney Trail
[VIDEO] Garrett Ostler On Hebgen Lake Ice Fishing Today
Jan-02-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
Garrett Ostler gave us a video on the ice today reviewing conditions and talking about the upcoming Hebgen Lake Ice […]
Viral Stories
14 Year old Ohio Hunter Bags 240-inch Deer on Public Land
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On December 2, 2024, 14-year-old Hunter Windsor achieved a remarkable milestone by harvesting a 26-point whitetail buck on public land […]
A Truck, A Bear, A Man and A Boat
Dec-27-24 by Angela Montana
When a bear decides to feast while you’re trying to boat…
New 78 Million Year Old Montana Dinosaur Species Discovered
Dec-26-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
Montana has once again proven to be a treasure trove for paleontologists, as a newly unearthed dinosaur species is sparking […]
Montana FWP
FWP provides voluntary kits to assist with bobcat research
Jan-03-25 by Moosetrack Megan
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is committed to gathering the most accurate wildlife harvest data that inform the management of these species. This winter, FWP is launching a voluntary collection of bobcat genetic samples as part of a research project in Montana.
Fish and Wildlife Commission announces several mountain lion hunting closures
Jan-02-25 by Angela Montana
Several Mountain Lion hunting closures announced today…
Wild Game Recipes
BBQ Fish!
Jan-06-25 by Angela Montana
Turn your catch into a culinary masterpiece—learn the secrets to grilling big Montana trout with flavor, finesse, and a side of BBQ brilliance!
Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Perch Piccata
Jan-04-25 by Angela Montana
Kokanee Quinn found an amazing perch recipe that will definitely make you want more!