Montana Fishing Reports for 1-18-25

Questions are the key to learning, and at this year’s Great Rockies Outdoor Show, Montana Grant is ready to answer yours—whether it’s about ice fishing, spring turkey hunting, or his new book, ‘Welcome to Montana Grant’!

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!

The first Louisiana black bear hunting season in more than 35 years successfully concluded Dec. 22 and included a 696-pound adult male bear harvested by Louisiana military veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Deron Santiny, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. The

Today, park officials announced that due to extremely limited parking during construction in the Swiftcurrent area, the park will restrict personal vehicle access into Many Glacier and provide a temporary shuttle service for hikers to access Many Glacier and Swiftcurrent from July 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025.

Too much red could leave you seeing less of it—find out why your favorite snacks and drinks might need a serious makeover…

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!

Those intrusive thoughts will get you ever time…

Ice fishing season is on—Fresno and Nelson reservoirs are iced over, but it’s all about timing, depth, and a little tip-up magic for those walleye bites!

This is the first confirmed case of an elk testing positive on a feedground. 

More than $34 million is earmarked for Montana wildlife and sportfish restoration and hunter education.

Three Montana legislators have drafted a bill that would raise nonresident base hunting fees by more than 500%.

A Montana legislator has proposed a bill that would require a hunter to “report their hunting activity for a game animal before they are eligible to purchase a new game animal license during the following license year.”

Think you know cats? This couple’s surprise attacker proves not all felines are the cuddly kind—brace yourself for the unexpected…

Solid ice, a hot perch bite, and walleye keeping us on our toes—find out what worked (and where) on Nelson Reservoir for the Captain and Don Jamison…

Discover the latest conditions from Don Wilkins, uncover hot spots and learn crucial safety tips for a successful weekend on the ice!

After months of miscommunication and delays, the Fergus County Commission gave the green light to the Stafford Ferry Conservation Easement, ending a saga of confusion and setting the stage for better access to Montana’s wildlands—proving that collaboration can still win the day.

Spring in Montana: where ‘winter’s almost over’ means snowflakes still flirt with us, and the sun has us dreaming of naked sunbathing—at 37 degrees! More from Montana Grant here…

Winter has come, be careful out there but take advantage of the first ice! Montana Outdoor Radio Show · Woody […]

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These snow creations are so awesome, Frosty just packed his bags and retired…

We had 42 teams compete and they caught 138 fish as compared to last year they caught 96 fish of […]

At 94, Laura Berry bagged a jaw-dropping 321-inch buck, sparking a South Texas hunting legend—and a whole lot of buzz about the fine print!

Only in Montana—where snow removal comes with a side of mystery, leopard-print lingerie, and snowblower surprises! Read more from Montana Grant…