Gallatin River Fishing Report by Fins and Feathers 3.18.25

Do you have game birds in the freezer? Turn them into a golden, buttery pot pie before freezer burn beats you to it! More from Montana Grant here..

We caught elk crossing the highway by Norris, MT.

The first wall pour for the St. Mary Siphon Inlet is in the books—proof that when hard hats and heavy machinery team up, big things happen!

BHA: The legal precedent for the Tenth Circuit decision is limited to a few states.

The Upper Salmon River steelhead are on the move, and so are the anglers—find out where the bite is hot, who’s putting in the hours, and how the river conditions are shaping up for your next trip!

When fishing season meets sledding season, genius dads get creative!

The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on Tuesday that corner crossing is legal, so long as you do not physically touch privately owned land.

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…

Some anglers are stuck dreaming of frozen lakes, while others are packing their gear and chasing the last ice—where do you stand?

“True Love is Measured in Worms. Here’s Montana Grant’s Test of Devotion (and Bait)….

Based on public feedback, FWP is proposing a change to Central Flyway Zones to affect Sweet Grass and Stillwater counties, moving from Zone 1 to Zone 2, in southern Montana and corresponding dates associated with the split.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks proposes to stock tiger trout into Upper Sureshot Lake, which is in the headwaters of North Meadow Creek near McAllister.

The $350,000 grant from AMBFF will support this critical initiative designed to address pressing conservation challenges, enhance soil health and promote sustainable land-use practices, ensuring the vitality of Montana’s ecosystems and agricultural landscapes well into the future.

Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument staff welcomed a new manager to coordinate and supervise programs and operations throughout the monument’s 378,000 acres of public lands, officials with the Bureau of Land Management’s North Central Montana District announced, today.

In Montana, where hunting traditions run deep, dedicated volunteers are shaping the next generation of outdoorsmen, ensuring the legacy lives on, one safe lesson at a time. Here’s a list of some who were recently recognized.

With $225,000 in prizes and a $10,000 tagged “Willy” lurking beneath the surface, Flathead Lake’s Mack Days is a fishing frenzy where fortunes change with every “Fish On! Here’s the Week 1 update!

Notice of female lion hunting closure.

The ice fishing season is wrapping up in the Helena area, with rapidly changing conditions giving way to open water and the promise of great spring fishing ahead!

The report, produced by a coalition of leading science and conservation organizations, reveals continued widespread declines in American bird populations across all mainland and marine habitats, with 229 species requiring urgent conservation action.

Crispy, golden, and downright delicious—this fish batter recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your fresh catch! More on this from Montana Grant here…

Montana’s diverse fisheries offer exceptional recreational opportunities while safeguarding native fish species through a new comprehensive statewide management plan.

Continued heavy snowfall (up to 4 inches of water) and hurricane-force winds have increased the avalanche danger to HIGH.

Spring is waking up the Madison River, and so are the fish—nymphs are king, dry flies are emerging, and the best fishing is just getting started!