The spring fishing season in Montana is upon us, and if you’ve been longing to shake the dust off the rod and reel, now is your moment. Rivers are opening, trout are waking up, and the early bite is already hot across the state. From tailwaters to high-country streams, anglers are landing fish on nymphs and streamers. Ice is fading fast, and warm days are teasing what’s to come. Oh—and just in time for spring, The Captain is headed back from Florida and returning to the Montana Outdoor Radio Show! Press play below for the both hours of the latest episode of MORS.
Captain Announces His Return – Listen to Last Weeks Show 3/29/2025
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MT Waterfowl Hunting
2025-2026 Non-Member Waterfowl & Upland Game Bird Hunting Draft Proposal
Mar-24-25 by Angela Montana
Your chance to shape the future of hunting on the Flathead Reservation—share your thoughts on the 2025-2026 draft regulations…
The Department of Livestock Asks Montanans to be Aware of Avian Influenza
Mar-04-25 by Moosetrack Megan
A Canada goose was confirmed infected in Gallatin County on February 26.
Get Your Goose on With the Ultimate Goose Jerky Recipe
Mar-04-25 by Angela Montana
It’s time to get your goose jerky on!
Trump Jr. Faces International Duck Poaching Probe
Feb-27-25 by Angela Montana
Donald Trump Jr.’s hunting trip in Italy just went from a wild adventure to a legal quagmire after he allegedly poached a rare duck—now, the hunt is on for answers.
Montana Hunting
Montana mine one of 10 projects advanced by Trump administration
Apr-20-25 by Moosetrack Megan
A proposed Montana mine is one of 10 projects being expedited by the Trump administration to advance domestic critical minerals production.
Three bears killed after woman bitten, dragged from porch
Apr-20-25 by Moosetrack Megan
The bears reportedly had previously broken into a vehicle to access groceries and damaged it so badly it was totaled.
K.I.S.S. Turkeys
Apr-19-25 by Angela Montana
If you think turkey hunting is just chasing big chickens, wait ‘til one spots you blink at 60 yards… Read more from Montana Grant here…
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Buck at 98
Apr-18-25 by Angela Montana
At 98 years old, he didn’t just make a great shot—he made history…
Elk and Deer Permit Drawing Results Are In
Apr-16-25 by Angela Montana
Montana’s big game permit results are in—time to find out if you’re chasing dreams this fall or chasing leftovers….
Spring Black Bear and Spring Turkey Seasons Open Today, April 15
Apr-15-25 by Angela Montana
Spring Black Bear and Spring Turkey Seasons Open Today!
Kalispell man found guilty on seven criminal counts related to poaching crimes
Apr-14-25 by Moosetrack Megan
Carr was convicted of two counts of unlawful possession of wildlife, two counts of hunting or killing an overlimit of game animals, two counts of waste of game animals, and a single count of loan or transfer of a license.
Montana Fishing Reports
Jan’s Fishing Report for the Week of April 15, 2025
Apr-18-25 by Angela Montana
Spring 2025 has the Yellowstone flowing with color, the spring creeks buzzing with baetis, and hungry trout snapping out of their winter slumber—just in time for some seriously good fishing…..
Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 4.17.25
Apr-17-25 by Angela Montana
Big walleye, hungry eaters, and bonus pike—Lake Peck’s dam area is heating up even if the water temps aren’t!
Kootenai River Fishing Report 4.15.25
Apr-15-25 by Angela Montana
Spring’s heating up, but the Kootenai’s still chill—midday hatches, tight drifts, and streamer thumps are the name of the game…
Montana Ice Fishing
When Ice Fishing Becomes a Rescue Mission
Apr-02-25 by Angela Montana
A peaceful day of ice fishing shattered in an instant…
Chasing Ice: For Some, the Season’s Over
Mar-18-25 by Angela Montana
Some anglers are stuck dreaming of frozen lakes, while others are packing their gear and chasing the last ice—where do you stand?
LAST ICE HEIST!!!
Mar-16-25 by Angela Montana
As Canyon Ferry’s ice fades fast, one last thrilling ice fishing adventure delivers big trout and bigger lessons—before the season slips away! More from Montana Grant here!
ICE DOESN’T CARE!!!
Mar-15-25 by Angela Montana
As Montana’s late-season ice thins and conditions become unpredictable, anglers are urged to stay cautious—no fish is worth the risk.
FWP’s Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.10.25
Mar-10-25 by Angela Montana
Ice conditions are unpredictable, but for those willing to take precautions, the fishing has been excellent across Helena area waters.
Montana Outdoor Podcast
Back by Popular Demand: The Podcast Everyone’s Talking About – “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins” Returns This Week!
Apr-21-25 by Angela Montana
Back by popular demand, this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast dives deep into the surprising fish behind Fort Peck’s trophy giants—don’t miss “Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins.”
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Downrigger Talks About the Fort Peck Cisco with Andrew McKean
Apr-11-25 by Angela Montana
What do a double bacon cheeseburger and Fort Peck’s biggest fish have in common?
MT Outdoor Podcast: Casting Lines and Relationship Goals with the Goodmans
Apr-05-25 by Angela Montana
What do you get when a seasoned angler takes his date fishing, forgets to mention the eel-like fish might hug her arm, and somehow still ends up married? Hook into this MT Outdoor Podcast episode to hear it all!
MT Outdoor Podcast Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Couple That Fishes Together…
Apr-04-25 by Angela Montana
Get ready to fall hook, line, and sinker for this feel-good sneak peek—love, laughs, and a wild first date with a fish that hugs back…
MT Outdoor Podcast: Shaun Jeszenka of Frontier Anglers in Dillon Shares the Fishing Secrets of Southwest Montana
Mar-29-25 by Angela Montana
Ready for the ultimate fly fishing adventure? Tune in to the Montana Outdoor Podcast as Shaun Jeszenka reveals how you can catch six trout species in one day across Southwest Montana’s legendary waters!
Outdoor How-To
How To Win the Recall Battle with Your Dog
Mar-21-25 by Angela Montana
Tired of playing keep-away with your dog while you’re at hunting camp, fishing, on the trapline or hunting? Even well-trained dogs have their moments! Learn the secret to achieving total recall—no chasing required!
A Feud Over Filleting Has The Internet Debating the ‘Right’ Way to Clean a Pike
Mar-19-25 by Angela Montana
When it comes to filleting a northern pike, the internet has spoken—and, as usual, everybody is right and wrong, simultaneously….
How To Master the Art of Finding Antlers
Mar-18-25 by Angela Montana
Whether it’s sharp eyes, pure skill, or just a dog with a better nose, shed hunting success is up for debate—but this video might just tip the odds in your favor…
MT Wildlife
Reed Slough Wildlife Viewing Area near Kalispell opens to public
Apr-20-25 by Moosetrack Megan
On Saturday, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Director Christy Clark, FWP staff and local stakeholders cut the ribbon on the brand-new Reed’s Slough Wildlife Viewing Area.
Bobcat Claws and Chaos
Apr-17-25 by Angela Montana
Forget Netflix thrillers—this bobcat vs. squirrel showdown has better stunts and zero CGI….
Turkey Lurkey
Apr-17-25 by Angela Montana
Before the Bald Eagle soared into the spotlight, the wild turkey almost strutted away with the title of America’s national bird—and after reading this, you just might agree Ben Franklin wasn’t so crazy. More from Montana Grant here…
Montana Tourney Trail
2025 Spring Mack Days – Week 5 Update
Apr-14-25 by Angela Montana
Thousands of fish, millions of memories, and one elusive $10,000 trout—Mack Days is in full swing….
Viral Stories
In 1916 They Blew Up A Yellowstone Grizzly Bear with Dynamite After it Killed A Man
Apr-07-25 by montanaoutdoor
In 1916, Yellowstone National Park recorded its first officially documented fatal grizzly bear attack. The victim, Frank Welch, a 61-year-old […]
Irish Woman Sues Wyoming Dude Ranch After Bear Spray Incident Leaves Her Injured
Apr-01-25 by montanaoutdoor
An Irish woman, Lorraine Learmont, has filed a lawsuit against the Triangle C Ranch near Dubois, Wyoming, following an incident […]
Watch This Elk Play a Friendly Game of Backyard Soccer
Mar-31-25 by montanaoutdoor
This smart and friendly elk has serious footwork when it comes to soccer.
Montana FWP
Walleye Spawn Update III, April 16th
Apr-21-25 by Angela Montana
Walleye egg collection is surging at Fort Peck’s Big Dry Arm, with steady catches, ripe females, and nearly 30 million eggs already in the hatchery queue.
Elk and Deer Permit Drawing Results Are In
Apr-16-25 by Angela Montana
Montana’s big game permit results are in—time to find out if you’re chasing dreams this fall or chasing leftovers….
Wild Game Recipes
Easter Beef
Apr-20-25 by Angela Montana
This Easter, we’re trading spiral ham for smoky Baltimore-style pit beef—thin-sliced, fire-kissed, and stacked high with tradition, flavor, and a little Tiger Sauce kick… Read more from Montana Grant here..