Cheers to hitting the middle of the week head-on–and then continuing on with the rest of the week!
Happy Hump Day!
Posted by Angela Montana on December 13, 2023
Latest Montana Hunting & Fishing Articles
MT Waterfowl Hunting
Montana Goose Hunting: Strategies for a Bountiful Season
Dec-02-24 by montanaoutdoor ai
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
Apr-17-24 by Angela Montana
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
Aug-18-23 by Angela Montana
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
Reward Soars to Over $100,000 for Info on Killing of Colorado Wolf
Jan-07-25 by Moosetrack Megan
The Center for Biological Diversity, conservation partners and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are offering rewards amounting to over $100,000 for information leading to arrests and convictions in the 2024 shooting death of a gray wolf in Colorado.
Old Growth Amendment Withdrawn by U.S. Forest Service
Jan-07-25 by Moosetrack Megan
From Chief Randy Moore: Over the past two and a half years, we have worked to better understand mature and […]
Injured snowmobiler airlifted after crash in Gallatin County
Jan-07-25 by Moosetrack Megan
On January 7th, 2025, at 9:18AM, Gallatin County 911 Dispatch was notified of a snowmobile crash after a rider veered off the trail and collided with a tree.
Two Bear Air rescues snowmobiler, transports to Missoula
Jan-07-25 by Moosetrack Megan
Dispatch contacted Two Bear Air out of Flathead County, MT and requested they attempt to rescue the injured party, as weather conditions made flight questionable.
Mutant Blue-Eyed Wyoming Mule Deer Fawn Spotted
Jan-07-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
A rare mule deer fawn with striking blue eyes and a light-colored coat has been spotted near La Barge, Wyoming, […]
BLM Missouri Basin RAC to meet virtually Jan. 16
Jan-06-25 by Moosetrack Megan
The Bureau of Land Management Missouri Basin Resource Advisory Council will meet Jan. 16, 2025, for their regular business meeting.
Montana Fishing Reports
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.6.25
Jan-06-25 by Angela Montana
Ice fishing alert: Conditions are all over the map in the Helena area reservoirs—think twice before stepping out..
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 […]
Montana Ice Fishing
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.6.25
Jan-06-25 by Angela Montana
Ice fishing alert: Conditions are all over the map in the Helena area reservoirs—think twice before stepping out..
[VIDEO] Garrett Ostler Tells Us About The Kids N’ Snow Program
Jan-06-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
Through KIDS ‘N’ SNOW, their objective is to offer an opportunity for all kids, both from our community and winter […]
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
Jan-03-25 by Angela Montana
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!
Montana Outdoor Podcast
Get Ready, 2025: MORS Is About to Get Even Better!
Jan-04-25 by Angela Montana
Get ready for a new era of MontanaOutdoor.com—see what’s in store for 2025!
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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
Brownville Food Pantry for Deer Aims to Help Deer Brave the Snow
Jan-07-25 by Angela Montana
When Maine’s winters get tough, one man’s deer buffet sparks a heated debate..
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.
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
Mutant Blue-Eyed Wyoming Mule Deer Fawn Spotted
Jan-07-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
A rare mule deer fawn with striking blue eyes and a light-colored coat has been spotted near La Barge, Wyoming, […]
Yellowstone’s Legendary One-Eyed Wolf 907F Succumbs After Clash With Rival Pack
Jan-07-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
Yellowstone National Park’s renowned one-eyed wolf, 907F, passed away on December 25, 2024, due to injuries sustained in a confrontation […]
14 Year old Ohio Hunter Bags 240-inch Deer on Public Land
Jan-05-25 by montanaoutdoor ai
On December 2, 2024, 14-year-old Hunter Windsor achieved a remarkable milestone by harvesting a 26-point whitetail buck on public land […]
Montana FWP
Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.6.25
Jan-06-25 by Angela Montana
Ice fishing alert: Conditions are all over the map in the Helena area reservoirs—think twice before stepping out..
FWP News: Hunting for male mountains lions to close today in some hunting districts
Jan-06-25 by Angela Montana
Attention hunters: Mountain lion hunting closes today in HDs 204, 317, and 331…
Wild Game Recipes
When Wild Game Jerky Gets Sweet…
Jan-07-25 by Angela Montana
Elk jerky meets rich dark chocolate—sounds crazy, but trust us, it’s snack magic.
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!