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Winter Fly Fishing: Everything You Need to Know
While fly fishing might not be everyone’s cup of tea, those who take to it swear by its magic. If […]
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MAKING MAGGOTS with Montana Grant
Maggots are great fish bait. Icemen use them for catching perch, trout, and panfish. Hooks tipped with these tasty morsels […]
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FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 110
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management […]
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A lucky boat recovery!
Wow–this angler had a lucky break after a huge wave tossed him out of his boat! View this post […]
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FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet to review southwest Montana wolf quota
HELENA – The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold a virtual special meeting Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 3 p.m., to […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.29.24
Canyon Ferry: Fishing out from the Silos and Duck Creek has been productive for rainbows, walleyes and perch. Around the Silos […]
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PERCIDAE!!! by Montana Grant
Perch are a common fish found in many of North Americas freshwater lakes, ponds, and rivers. They are a popular […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 1.28.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (January 28, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam. […]
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Five very UNIQUE wildlife mounts
Check out these mounts that are not just impressive but downright legendary! Get ready to be blown away by five […]
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Possible Rabies Outbreak in AZ
Arizona’s Saguaro National Park in Tucson is on high alert after reports of deceased animals and unusual wildlife behavior, raising […]
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FWP News: INFORMATIONAL FISHERIES MEETING PLANNED IN PLENTYWOOD
PLENTYWOOD – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will be holding an informational fisheries meeting at the Sheridan County Library Jubilee Room […]
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SITTING ON THE ICE!!! by Montana Grant
Comfort is critical when ice fishing. If you get cold or uncomfortable, you will have a miserable day. Choosing a […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 1.26.24
Fresno is 22% full. There is 18” and more ice in most areas. Fish the basin areas in about 20’ […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Josh Parrow is Making it Happen on the Hi-Line!
Josh and Kari Welcomed Their First Child, a Baby Girl, He Expanded His Role in Walleyes Unlimited and More! This […]
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Walleye and Pike Hard to Come By On Peck Hard Ice!
The Captain and Fred Stingley from Glasgow fished all week at Nelson Creek. The fishing was slow, but they managed […]
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FWP News: Montana files notice of intent to sue over wolverine listing
UPDATE: Notice of intent linked below Montana files notice of intent to sue over wolverine listing HELENA – Montana Fish, […]
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MEAL WORM MAGIC!!! by Montana Grant
Fishing bait is getting pricey. Catching, hunting, and growing your own bait is a fun way to save some money, […]
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Extremely Close Call for Snowboarder
A snowboarder was trapped upside down in a tree well, and a back-country skier just happened to go by and […]
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THANKS BILLINGS!!! by Montana Grant
Last weekend was the Great Rockies Show in Billings. This annual event brings out Montanans that want to celebrate our […]
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26th Annual “Cabin Fever-Let’s Go Fishing” Ice Fishing Derby, Feb 3
We found the ultimate cure to cabin fever at the “Cabin Fever-Let’s Go Fishing” 26th Annual Ice Fishing Derby hosted […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Josh Parrow Making it Happen
Josh Parrow is Making it Happen on the Hi-Line! He and Kari Welcomed Their First Child, a Baby Girl, He Expanded […]
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Reeling in Success: Holter Perch Ice Fishing
John Shuler, Bill West and Tim Rauser out of Townsend fished Tuesday the 23rd on Holter. The trio used K-mags […]
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Brett French reports: Upland bird meetings reveal hunting details
Two meetings last week in eastern Montana highlighted upland bird hunting pressure, bird population trends and was where amendments were […]
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The Best Duck Blind Ever
Put yourself in the webbed feet of a duck, and imagine encountering this thing—you’d never suspect it’s a blind! […]
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Stuck Bucks
Two massive bucks, locked in a heated battle during the rutting season. Their antlers, symbols of power, become entwined in […]
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First Wisconsin Mountain Lion Killed in 115 Years
Meet Benjamin Karasch (pictured on the right) from Eau Claire – the bowhunter who had a showdown with a mountain […]
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A Bobcat and Bucks
This is a sight you don’t see very often. Bobcats are known to coexist and share habitats with deer, forming […]
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Rare footage of wolf catching beaver
We know that wolves include beavers in their meal plans, but actually seeing footage of this is very rare. Check […]
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Bears like to play, too
Bears showcase a keen intellect during play, often engaging in problem-solving activities akin to human puzzles. Whether manipulating objects or […]
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Crooked Creek Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited Banquet, Feb 17
Don’t miss out on the ultimate angler’s extravaganza – grab your tickets now for the 29th Annual Crooked Creek Chapter […]
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Wolf Hunting Success
Effective wolf management in Montana is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems, preserving biodiversity, preventing overpopulation, and addressing human-wildlife conflicts. It […]
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ANIMAL CRACKERS!!! by Montana Grant
Have you ever felt “Like a Pig in Slop? “Have you run around “Like a chicken with their head cut […]
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How to Pull a Nice Laker Through the Ice on Peck
Here is a video that shows how it’s done! Check out this nice laker being pulled through the ice on […]
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When you realize you need to hunt where the deer are…
Sometimes, your hunting spot might not be where the deer are–so, you have to fix that. Have you ever seen […]
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Horse vs. Bull Elk vs. Shoe?
Okay, this video has been shared before, but we are curious what you think if you haven’t seen it. It […]
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When Ice Fishing Gets Freaky
Have you ever been ice fishing, and you find yourself not getting to water when you drill or spud a […]
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Hunting for Mountain Lions Closure in LMU 319, 210
Hunting for all mountain lions to close in Lion Management Unit 319 HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.22.24
Canyon Ferry: Fishing around Duck Creek and Confederate has been productive for rainbows, walleyes and perch. Rainbows are hitting on jigs or […]
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Cold Temps Make Ice On Fort Peck
Freezing temperatures resulted in the formation of ice on Fort Peck. This gave anglers Don Wilkins and Chris Jacka from […]
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Trapping and hunting for all bobcats to close in Region 5
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping and hunting of all bobcats will close in Region 5 as […]
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Big Jump for a Nice Buck
Bucks are known for their impressive jumping abilities, showcasing agility and strength. Whitetails, in particular, are good jumpers, capable of […]
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HOLEY MOLEY!!! by Montana Grant
Ice fishing has its limitations. The size of the fish is directly related to the size of the ice hole. […]
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When nothing goes right–but you’re still glad you’re fishing
Picture this: You’re all set for a perfect day of fishing – You’re excited, birds are singing, and you’re armed […]
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2024 Annual West Yellowstone Ice Fishing Tournament Results
In the annual Hebgen Lake Ice Fishing tournament held on Saturday, January 20th, 54 teams vied for a prize pool […]
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Wolf Hunting, Trapping Season Closed in Regions 5, 6, 7
The wolf hunting and trapping season closed in regions 5, 6 and 7 on Jan. 21. The order halting the […]
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HOLDING YOUR ROD!!! by Montana Grant
Icemen are fond of their Rods and use a variety of Rod Holders. Some are stationary, some move or vibrate, […]
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CHICKEN FRIED!!! by Montana Grant
“We like our Chicken Fried!” Many great chicken fried recipes do not involve chicken. You can Chicken fry pork, beef, […]
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MT Outdoor Podcast: What is the Long-Term Weather Forecast Going to be for Montana?
Are We Ever Going to Get the Snowpack We Need? This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 1.19.24
Fresno is 23% full. The past week with cold temps and blowing snow has been a challenge for most anglers. […]