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Venison Chili for the win!
Turn your venison into comfort food for the whole fam or group of friends! While temperatures are becoming warmer, there […]
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A wolf and a skunk
Direct confrontations between skunks and wolves are relatively rare, as wolves typically avoid potential conflicts with smaller, defensive prey unless […]
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Archery season is less than six months away
As the ice thaws and winter bids farewell, we reflect on another memorable ice fishing season here in Montana. However, […]
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MONTANA ROOTS!!! by Montana Grant
Hunters and fishermen need other groceries to prepare their wild game and fish meals. As Montanans, we are perhaps the […]
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PEEPING FOR LOVE!!! by Montana Grant
Kiss a frog and you may find a Prince! If not, you may just be kissing a frog! Spring Peepers […]
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ACCESS FEES!!! by Montana Grant
As the weather begins to improve, more folks will want to visit Montana’s wonderful Fishing Access’s. These public places are […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast: The History of One of Montana’s Most Legendary Outdoor Companies!
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale sat down with the President of Bretz RV & […]
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Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Corned Venison
As we gear up for St. Patrick’s Day weekend, Kokanee Quin can’t wait to dish out a recipe that’s just […]
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REMOVE YOUR SHANTIES!!! by Montana Grant
It looks like the groundhog’s prediction was right. An early, warmer Spring is in our future. This means the end […]
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FWP News: FWP, MSU seek help from anglers who catch tagged fish in upper Missouri River Basin
Angler reports of tagged fish will help inform trout research BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff, in cooperation with […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.15.24
Fresno is 26% full. Inflow 193 cfs and outflow 93 cfs. Nelson is 78% full inflow 133 cfs and 0 […]
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Upcoming FWP Deadlines
This is just a reminder of some upcoming application deadlines: Smith River Super Permit – March 22 Paddlefish (white tag) […]
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Tiber Toads!
Greg Foley had a blast hitting the waters of Tiber last weekend with his son-in-law, Ben Hileman from Havre! Ben […]
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Brett French reports: FWP proposal would lift Yellowstone River waterfowl closure
A proposal before the Fish and Wildlife Commission would lift a 66-year-old waterfowl hunting closure along an 87-mile stretch of […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Navigating the Storm, Bretz RV & Marine’s Resilient Journey
Downrigger Dale sits down with Bretz RV & Marine’s President, Brandon Bretz in the new Montana Outdoor Podcast episode that […]
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A snowmobiling oops..
You just don’t know what you’re going to catch on camera when you start recording sledheads.
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Bighorn sheep community offers $4500 for information on poaching
According to a press release by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, a Rocky Mountain Bighorn ram fell victim to […]
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When you’re just trying to fish…
There’s something unsettling about an alligator/crocodile chasing after you when you’re just trying to fish. Just a heads up that […]
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Elk Fiesta Bowls, Anybody? Oh, and they are EASY PEAZY!
Get ready to indulge your tastebuds in an adventure with some Elk Fiesta Bowls! These vibrant and flavorful bowls are […]
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St. Patty’s Weekend Recipe: Corned Venison
Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a delicious twist! We found a mouthwatering recipe for corned venison […]
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FWP News: Preliminary proposals for 2025-2026 fishing regulations available for review
HELENA – If you’re interested in providing input on how Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is crafting fishing regulations for the […]
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Idaho angler’s state record tiger trout catch removed from record books
In June of 2023, Idaho Fish and Game released a congratulatory press release to Kody King of Montpelier for catching […]
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STREAM ACCESS in MONTANA!!! by Montana Grant
Montana is blessed to have an access law that allows anglers, boaters, hikers, and others to gain access to our […]
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.12.24
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 12, 2024. The data included in this […]
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FWP News: Partial closure lifted at Gritty Stone Fishing Access Site
BILLINGS – A partial closure that was in place at Gritty Stone Fishing Access Site (FAS) has been lifted and the site is […]
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FWP News: Mussel-fouled boat intercepted at Anaconda inspection station
HELENA – Montana’s first mussel-fouled watercraft of the year was intercepted at the Anaconda watercraft inspection station on March 10. The […]
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Flying fish!
You just never know what can happen when you’re fishing…especially in salt water. Check out how close this tarpon passed […]
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When a snowmobile ride turns scary
Snowmobile safety is paramount for enjoying winter adventures responsibly. Before hitting the trails, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with local […]
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SMOKIN!!! by Montana Grant
Smoked fish is a tasty way to enjoy your catch. There is an art to smoking fish correctly, but once […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.11.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]
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Annual Leonard Lawver Memorial Kids Fishing Day at Laurel Pond, Jun 1
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 1st, and join us at Laurel Pond for our annual Kids Fishing Day! The […]
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Gum wrapper + battery = fire
You can ignite a fire using common, everyday items you might have with you in case of being stranded. For […]
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FISHING NAKED!!! by Montana Grant
With the warm weather of Spring, Montanans will shed the snow, ice, and more. For some reason, I have seen […]
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SPRING FORWARD!!! by Montana Grant
Daylight Savings Time is on Sunday, March 10th. We will need to set our clocks forward by one hour. Most […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Imagine Getting Paid for Every Lake Trout You Catch!
Yes, That’s Possible! And it Can Add Up to a Whole Lot of Money! This week on the Montana Outdoor […]
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Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Pheasant
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate flavor explosion: bacon-wrapped pheasant stuffed with creamy cheese. Kokanee Quin […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.7.24
Fresno is 25% full. This weeks cold weather has helped ice conditions. Fish the deeper and clearer areas of the […]
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Brett French reports: Moose migrating to southeastern Montana
Hunters’ ears may have perked up when they heard Region 7 in southeastern Montana will be offering one moose tag […]
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Easy Venison Spaghetti
Made with lean and flavorful venison meat, this hearty wild game dish is simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused […]
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WHY BUY A NEW HUNTING/FISHING LICENSE? by Montana Grant
It’s that time of year when we need to get a new sporting license. Like it or not, a fishing/hunting […]
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CATCH A NEW CHALLENGE!!! by Montana Grant
The most important things that we learn are the things we learn after we learn everything! Anglers, and outdoor sportsmen […]
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Boating Etiquette
Hey boaters! It’s still winter in Montana, but open water is showing up in some places. With spring on the […]
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Row vs Wade: The Proper Etiquette Between Wading and Drift Boat/Raft Anglers by Neal Cote
On any river here in Western Montana, as well as everywhere across the state, anglers share a common pursuit. However, […]
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Fall-Run Chinook Salmon Fry Succumb to Gas Bubble Disease in California’s Klamath River
In news to our west…. In a recent press release, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife reported that fall-run […]
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Wolverine reintroduction bill is introduced through Colorado Legislature
Colorado sure has things happening. They recently introduced wolves to the state, and now they are focusing on wolverines. According […]
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Woman attacked by bear in her yard lives to talk about it
Bear attacks are seemingly becoming more common in the news, and that is also true back east. A Pennsylvania woman […]
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TASTE FOR ONE!!! by Montana Grant
If you had to eat just one species of Montana fish, what would it be? There could be only one. […]
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Chillin with the fish: A young ice angler’s resillience
You know you’re doing something right when you take the little one out ice fishing, and one leg falls in […]
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Tennessee Poaching Results in Lifetime Hunting Bans
According to a press release from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, two Greene County men, Shelby Gene Church and Gene […]
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FWP News: FWP gearing up for a new watercraft inspection station season
Some stations will open this weekend HELENA – Several watercraft inspection stations begin operation in early March to check snowbird boat […]