Angela Montana, Author at Montana Outdoor

Paddlefish total at 162 after first three harvest daysFollowing is the estimated paddlefish harvest after the first three days of […]

FWP News: Multi-year black bear population and habitat study expands to more areas around state

HELENA – This month, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks researchers will begin the second season of a multi-year study on black […]

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.20.24

Canyon Ferry: Walleye and rainbows are being caught by anglers trolling Slow Death rigs with bottom bouncers or crankbaits in 25 feet […]

Venison Sloppy Joes!

Comfort food is good any day of the week, and we have an ultimate comfort food meal for anybody craving […]

Smartbaits: Color-Changing Lures for Every Condition

Have you heard of Smartbaits fishing lures? This revolutionary tackle that adapts to its environment for ultimate fishing success! These […]

MONTANA RUB!!! by Montana Grant

Big Sky Country has its own flavors. The sage from the plains, the sear on fresh beef, and the texture […]

Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Game Birds in Bacon

May 19, 2024

This week, Kokanee Quin shares a recipe by Montana Grant that involves game birds and bacon! Take a look at […]

Final Results for the 2024 Crooked Creek Walleye Classic

May 19, 2024

Congratulations to Chris McFadden of Townsend and Brem Phipps of Jordan for placing first in the 2024 Crooked Creek Walleye […]

FLASH and TRASH!!! by Montana Grant

May 19, 2024

High water is a reality of the seasonal runoff in Montana’s rivers. The melted snow must go somewhere. The result […]

P PLANTS!!! by Montana Grant

May 18, 2024

Plants in our homes and landscapes add beauty and joy to our environment. Many outdoor sportsmen and women take time […]

MT Outdoor Podcast: Chris from Big Sky Fishing Charters Tells Us Where the Fish are and How to Catch Them!

May 18, 2024

This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to Chris Mischke of Big Sky Fishing Charters […]

NOTICE: Crooked Creek Walleye Classic Fishing Tournament Day 2 Postponed

Please note that the Crooked Creek Walleye Classic Fishing Tournament’s second and final day has been postponed to Sunday, May […]

Crooked Creek Walleye Classic Tournament – Day 1 Results

The 2024 Crooked Creek Walleye Classic at Fort Peck Marina first day has come to an end with Bob Hickey […]

Kokanee Fishing Is ON FIRE

Kokanee fishing is hot on the Bitterroot Lake, according to Matt with Mo-Fisch Charters and Tours. Tune in to the […]

TURKEY DROP OFF!!! by Montana Grant

The American Wild Turkey is an amazing critter. Ben Franklin wanted to make the turkey our National Bird. No other […]

Noises of Nature

If you hear this noise while you’re out and about, we urge you try your best to not approach the […]

Elk Playing Soccer with Youngsters

Sometimes, the elk really do wonder if you’re thinking about them while you’re playing soccer…..

Wild Turkey Salad Sandwiches!

If wild turkey is on the menu, but you’re just not sure how to prepare it, take a look at […]

Fresno & Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 5.16.24

Fresno is 86% full. Inflow 1206 cfs & outflow 45 cfs. Some have had limited success, fish in 10’ to […]

Bear Finds Lost GoPro and…

There was some funny footage involving a bear and a GoPro discovered and posted a couple of years ago. “This […]

Man Shoots Potentially Largest Whitetail of All Time, Indicted on 23 Criminal Charges

What a story… Ohio resident Christopher “CJ” Alexander faces a legal battle following the hunt of a lifetime. After allegedly […]

Brett French reports: He ain’t heavy, he’s my friend

While hunters are used to packing out their wild game when stalking away from roads, most aren’t carrying large loads […]

FWP News: Paddlefish Update: 5/16/24

Welcome to the 2024 yellow tag paddlefish season! Opening day of the 2024 yellow tag paddlefish season is in the […]

Exclusive Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Meets with Big Sky Fishing Charters to Find the Big Fish

Join us for an exclusive insider’s look on the Montana Outdoor Podcast this week! Hosted by Downrigger Dale, this episode […]

People That Get “Too Close” Are Everywhere…

Yellowstone National Park isn’t the only place where people ignore rules. These people are everywhere…even on the beaches of Mexico. […]

BED WETTING!!! by Montana Grant

Gardening time is here, and our homes and landscapes will soon become healthy, green, and fruitful. Keeping your Garden Beds […]

Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 5.15.24

Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Jefferson River Fishing info by Fins and Feathers (May 15, 2024) The Jefferson River […]

CPW’s Successful Effort: Eliminating Invasive Carp from Arvada’s Water

According to a press release and social media posts by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), a recent operation led by […]

Proving Your Point…

People will do a lot of things to prove their point. Check out what this man did when the city […]

WHERE THE BUFFALO ROAM!!! by Montana Grant

It’s hard to miss seeing a herd of mammals weighing in at nearly 2,000 lbs. Buffalo or Bison are the […]

FWP News: Nonresident hunters can sign up for Alternate’s List from May 15 to June 30

HELENA – Beginning tomorrow and running through June 30, nonresident hunters can register for the Alternate’s List on MyFWP. Every year, Montana […]

When Your Cat Is Not Your Cat…

From cozy catnaps to impromptu bear dens, our domestic pet beds are finding unexpected occupants in them from the wild. […]

Watch your hot dogs while camping!

Remember, not all deer eat only plants. Here is a reminder that your hot dogs are never safe from all […]

MONTANA IS MUY BIEN!!! by Montana Grant

Montana was named for a Spanish word meaning “Mountains or Mountainous country”. This name was not suggested by the Spanish. […]

Hiker Discovers Dog Treats Embedded with Fish Hooks

In out-of-state news… According to a recent article by Natalie Krebs via Outdoor Life, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is seeking […]

FWP News: Paddlefish Season Is Just About Here!

We are quickly approaching the (yellow tag) paddlefish season here in eastern Montana. Below you will find some helpful information […]

2024 Spring Mack Days Final Results

The 2024 Spring Mack Days Event on Flathead Lake sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes ended Saturday May […]

FWP News: Study shows impact of pollution on water quality of Clark Fork River

Study shows impact of pollution on water quality of Clark Fork River HELENA – Recent results from an ongoing water quality […]

GIMMIE YER BEST SHOT!!! by Montana Grant

Pat Benatar knows what she wants! So do the best hunters. Every sportsman wants the ammo that will help them […]

Deer swept away at Niagara Falls

When a deer makes a bad decision and ends up in a really bad place….

Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.13.24

Canyon Ferry: Rainbows fishing from shore has slowed down as the fish have moved into deeper water. Boat anglers caught a few […]

NW MT Fishing Report by the 5.11.24