Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.16.23

Ice fishing success starts with the right tackle—Bob Loomis shares 43 years of wisdom in this week’s podcast!

Cooking goose is tricky, but Kokanee Quinn found the recipe to make it totally worth it!

Don’t let their backyard snacking fool you—Cody, Wyoming’s mule deer are world-class migrators. Read more from Brett French here.

Wildlife biologists with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks are collaring elk on private land south of Bozeman this winter to gather herd migration data that will inform elk management and land-use planning in parts of the Gallatin Valley.

A 58-year-old Virginia man died this month when an injured bear fell from a tree on top of him.

Westslope cutthroat trout are found in rivers (and some lakes) primarily throughout central and northern Idaho. They rarely exceed 20 inches, making Daniel Whitesitt’s April 13 catch a memorable one.

In early 2025, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will decide whether to delist some populations of grizzly bears in the U.S. Northern Rockies. As Montanans consider their future with grizzly bears, University of Montana scientists are helping inform the social, ecological and policy aspects of the dialogue.   

When fishing triggers a Karen moment, you know it’s going to be good. See her plan flop harder than a fish out of water! Oh, and happy Friday!

You have the score, the story and the trophy—now let’s get it B&C official. Follow these steps to make that happen.

Fresno and Nelson reservoirs are ice-covered and ready for some winter fishing action. Find out from Brian Olson the best times to fish and where to target for your next catch.

Only two ingredients stand between you and buttery biscuit bliss. Get an added flavor bonus if you use bacon grease–check out Montana Grant’s SUPER SIMPLE campfire recipe.

Coyotes and wolves: They might look similar from afar, but up close, the size difference between mature wolves and coyotes says it all.

Dive into ice fishing tips, must-have lures and Bob Loomis’ epic fishing adventures in this week’s exclusive Montana Outdoor Podcast sneak peek!

Rock walls, antlers, and a heart of gold – meet the legend of Three Forks!

Don Wilkins says Nelson Creek’s ice action is still hot! Just watch for slushy spots and keep your safety gear handy—this week’s catch is worth the caution!

It’s that time of year! Get ready for the Poplar River Ice Fishing Contest on February 1st!

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) was detected this season in a mule deer buck from hunting district (HD) 515 and a whitetail buck from HD 525, both harvested by hunters.

Warning: this recipe may cause your family to ask, ‘Did you hunt this down yourself?’ Spoiler: you totally did.

Ice to meet you! Dive into Montana’s top fishing spots and the latest ice conditions in one handy report.

The Ice on Hebgen is fantastic this year. Up around the Narrows Area. Ice thickness is anywhere from 8 to […]

This angler had his eyes on the middle of the lake, where the fish are big, the water is calm—and the rules are strict. No boats? No problem.

Dylan Sanders of Glasgow, MT and his son Daxton were fishing in the Fort Peck area with tip-ups that Dylan […]

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