Bitterroot Lake Fishing Update 2.17.25

Saddle up for some snowy excitement! The Big Hole Skijoring event kicks off this weekend—come for the races, stay for the party!

Sharpen your aim and your knowledge—Miles City’s only Bowhunter Education classroom course is set for March 21-23, so register now!

Cast your line and cash in! The 2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Fishing Tournament at Bitterroot Lake is back!

Where should you aim on a deer? Keith Warren and James Eagleman have a go-to guide to help you place the perfect shot.

No need to wade through the BS—fishing is about camaraderie, not competition, so let’s drop the snark, share the knowledge, and make every cast count! More from Montana Grant here…

Two Bear Air had to turn back due to poor visibility.

If you applied for a Smith River permit, you can check the drawing results now…

The experiments were designed to answer a question never before asked of wild fish: are they capable of telling people apart?

The investigation began on Nov. 12, 2024, when 32 vacuum-sealed brown trout,18 of which exceeded the 16-inch size limit, and one rainbow trout were discovered in the freezer.

Ability Montana, a leading organization empowering individuals living with disabilities across southwest Montana, is proud to announce that it has received a transformational donation of Camp BullWheel, including all of its assets, from founder Frank Bell.

Some 2025 regulations are out, but trapping and certain species regs are not available just yet…

Warning to Outdoor Enthusiasts: Japanese yew may look harmless, but this ornamental plant is highly toxic to wildlife and pets…

Attention hunters: LMU 201 will close to all female mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 20, 2025.

From a kayak flip to a lucky shot, this Montana hunter’s hunt for 2025 started with a splash…

Fillet your walleye your way—but if you want a fast and easy way to filet those walleye cheeks and wings (plus super simple recipes), we have you covered here…

The yolk’s on us—egg flies went from frowned upon to fly box staples, proving that when it comes to catching fish, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. More from Montana Grant here…

Hunters, take note—LMU 213 closes to male mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 18, 2025.

Seven wolves, relentless dedication, and a mission to keep Montana’s wolf management strong!

Ice conditions are all over the map, but so is the fishing—here’s where to drill your next hole and what’s biting across the Helena area reservoirs…

Give those faded antlers a rich, natural makeover using nothing but a simple, household ingredient, and watch the magic happen!

When a birthday surprise meets a campfire cook’s creativity, you get the ultimate fishing trip treat—Bologna Cake! Who needs flour and sugar when you have layers of lunch meat, cream cheese icing, and a side of fishing tales? More from Montana Grant here…

There’s a fine line between a bear encounter and a bear attack—this hunter played it just right…

Lake Mary Ronan is locked in with solid ice, plenty of snow cover, and no slush….