Fishing

Gear Up for Success: The Latest Ice Fishing Innovations for 2024

December 3, 2024

Ice fishing is more than a sport; it’s a Montana tradition that brings anglers together during the frosty months to […]

Here’s a Classic Early Ice Video to Get You in the Ice Fishing Mood

Thinking about hitting Cooney Reservoir for some early ice action? Check out this perfect throwback video to get you in the mood!

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.28.24

November 28, 2024

Fresno is 18% full with no inflow & about 40 cfs outflow. Nelson is 72% full with no in or […]

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report by IDFG 11.26.24

November 26, 2024

This is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing update for the week of November 18 through November 24, 2024. Inconsistent […]

Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 11.21.24

November 21, 2024

Lake trout bite has picked up the past week as more fish are moving into a post-spawn stage and are […]

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.21.24

Fresno is 18% full, no inflow & outflow is about 40 cfs. Nelson is 73% full with no in or […]

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update by IDFG 11.19.24

November 20, 2024

This is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing update for the week of November 11 through November 17, 2024. Steelhead […]

Hook, Line, and Submarine

According to an article via the Daily Mail, a Norwegian fishing boat named ‘Island Boy’ was out for a regular […]

Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 11.14.24

November 15, 2024

Pike-northerns are still very shallow in and near weed beds,we are mainly targeting areas with large weed beds that come […]

It was Walleye Wednesday Again on Nelson Reservoir

November 14, 2024

The Captain and crew—Don Jamison, Ken Ault, and Amy McComas—had a solid day fishing Nelson Reservoir on Wednesday! While it […]

FWP News: Commission passes regulations aimed at bull trout protection

HELENA – The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission approved additional protections for bull trout in Hungry Horse Reservoir and the South […]

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.14.24

Fresno is 19% full with no inflow & outflow about 40 cfs. Nelson is 73% full with no in or […]

Get Hooked on a Good Time: Montana PikeMasters Annual Fundraising Banquet

November 13, 2024

Mark your calendars! On Saturday, February 1, 2025, the Montana PikeMasters are rolling out the red carpet (well, the plaid […]

Upper Salmon River Fall 2024 Steelhead Fishing Update 11.12.24

November 12, 2024

This is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing update for the week of November 04 through November 10, 2024. Steelhead […]

Mule Deer Hunt with a Fishing Surprise

November 11, 2024

Last week, William Swanson from Stevensville joined his dad Jim on a Fort Peck adventure. They set out for mule […]

Missouri River Fishing Report via House of Fly 11.5.24

Location: Missouri River Below Holter Dam Flows: 3180 CFS Water Temp: 50 Degrees Today’s Tips: Nymphing deep in the morning will get fish to […]

A Veterans Day Tribute

Today we gather, heads held high, With humble thanks, we lift a sigh— For those who served, both brave and […]

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 11.8.24

November 8, 2024

Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Final Mack Days Update (November 4, 2024) Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing […]

Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.7.24

Fresno is 19% full with little inflow & about 40cfs outflow. Nelson is 75% full with no in or outflow. […]

Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 11.7.24

November 7, 2024

Lake Trout-Lakers are up shallow in several places around the lake now with some large numbers schooled up on shallow […]

Exclusive Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Is All About the Royal Season for Fort Peck’s Kings

Get ready for a deep dive into the Kings of Fort Peck! This week, on Montana Outdoor Podcast, host Downrigger […]

Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 11.4.24

This is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing update for the week of October 28 through November 3, 2024. Steelhead […]

FWP fisheries and hatchery staff had a busy and productive fall Chinook spawning season on Fort Peck

November 2, 2024

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Fort Peck fisheries and hatchery staff wrapped up the annual Chinook salmon egg-taking efforts on […]

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 11.1.24

November 1, 2024

Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Week 8 Mack Days Update (October 28, 2024) Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs […]

Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 10.31.24

Fresno is 20% full, no inflow & about 50 cfs outflow. Nelson is 75% full with no in or outflow. […]

Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 10.31.24

October 31, 2024

Smallmouth-Lots of active fish still being found around rocky shorelines and points in 5-20 feet of water,slip bobbers and minnows […]