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Mark your calendars and sharpen your raffle skills—the Annual Bitterroot Chapter Fundraising Banquet is back, bringing epic prizes, great food, and a chance to take home a gun from the coveted Sponsor Gun Wall!

Bill would protect ‘furry friends’ by requiring signs when trapping FWP lands

House Bill 436 aims to protect Montana’s ‘furry friends’ by requiring signs at FWP access points where trapping is conducted—helping recreationists make safer choices for their pets. Read more from Brett French here..

NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMUs 100 & 122

This one is for the big cat hunters–take note of the latest LMU closures…

Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Art of Tackle and How Plugit Hooks the Big Ones on MT Outdoor Podcast

Discover how Plugit Tackle’s handcrafted wooden lures are reeling in Montana’s biggest fish, from giant Rainbow Trout to Walleye and Pike! Check out this exclusive sneak peek before the big episode drops tomorrow!

Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.20.25

Nelson is the hot spot for walleye, northern, and perch—just watch the ice, find the fish, and drop a line!

Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Ice Fishing Report 2.20.25

Thick ice, cold temps, and cautious steps—Lake Trout are biting, but Peck’s ice is shifting, so stay sharp out there!

Get Your Skis on and Your Boots Ready, Big Hole Skijoring Hits Wisdom This Weekend!

Saddle up for some snowy excitement! The Big Hole Skijoring event kicks off this weekend—come for the races, stay for the party!

Bowhunter Education classroom course, field days scheduled in Miles City

Sharpen your aim and your knowledge—Miles City’s only Bowhunter Education classroom course is set for March 21-23, so register now!

2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Denise Schlegel Memorial Salmon and Perch Fishing Tournament, March 1 and 2

Cast your line and cash in! The 2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Fishing Tournament at Bitterroot Lake is back!

The Great Shot Debate: Clearing Things Up with Keith Warren Hunting

Where should you aim on a deer? Keith Warren and James Eagleman have a go-to guide to help you place the perfect shot.

Wading Through the BS!!!

No need to wade through the BS—fishing is about camaraderie, not competition, so let’s drop the snark, share the knowledge, and make every cast count! More from Montana Grant here…

Smith River Permit Drawing Results Available

If you applied for a Smith River permit, you can check the drawing results now…

Some 2025 Hunting Regulations Are Available Online

Some 2025 regulations are out, but trapping and certain species regs are not available just yet…

Several elk calves in the Bitterroot Valley die after eating toxic plant

Warning to Outdoor Enthusiasts: Japanese yew may look harmless, but this ornamental plant is highly toxic to wildlife and pets…

Bitterroot Lake Fishing Update 2.17.25

Some types of fish are biting and some are not, and if you’re heading out—bring your snow boots and a good dose of patience…

NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 201

Attention hunters: LMU 201 will close to all female mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 20, 2025.

From Near Disaster to a Victorious Goose Hunt

From a kayak flip to a lucky shot, this Montana hunter’s hunt for 2025 started with a splash…

How To Fillet Walleye Cheeks and Wings

Fillet your walleye your way—but if you want a fast and easy way to filet those walleye cheeks and wings (plus super simple recipes), we have you covered here…

Egged On!!!

The yolk’s on us—egg flies went from frowned upon to fly box staples, proving that when it comes to catching fish, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. More from Montana Grant here…

NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 213

Hunters, take note—LMU 213 closes to male mountain lion hunting after sunset on February 18, 2025.

Seven Wolves Down for this Montana Trapper

Seven wolves, relentless dedication, and a mission to keep Montana’s wolf management strong!

FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.18.25

Ice conditions are all over the map, but so is the fishing—here’s where to drill your next hole and what’s biting across the Helena area reservoirs…

How To Restore Your Antlers Naturally with a Common Ingredient

Give those faded antlers a rich, natural makeover using nothing but a simple, household ingredient, and watch the magic happen!

BOLOGNA CAKE!!!

When a birthday surprise meets a campfire cook’s creativity, you get the ultimate fishing trip treat—Bologna Cake! Who needs flour and sugar when you have layers of lunch meat, cream cheese icing, and a side of fishing tales? More from Montana Grant here…

The Art of Not Becoming Lunch for a Grizzly Bear

There’s a fine line between a bear encounter and a bear attack—this hunter played it just right…

Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.16.25

Lake Mary Ronan is locked in with solid ice, plenty of snow cover, and no slush….

Grunt Calls Are Overrated—Just Ask This Dog Toy

It turns out bucks can’t resist a good squeaky toy!

Huh?

Ever wondered what fish actually hear? Turns out, it’s more than just the splash of a lure—fish have some serious ‘ears’ for vibrations and noise. Read more from Montana Grant here…

The Mystery of the Swollen Deer Hooves

One deer, two swollen feet, and a comment section full of theories on why….

Shed Happens: Here’s a Cool Compilation of Elk and Moose Antler Finds from Montana

Montanans don’t just chase game—they also chase the antlers the game leaves behind….

Fort Peck Dam Ice Report by Fort Peck Marina 2.16.25

Thick ice, shifting ridges, and a hot laker bite—bundle up, stay safe, and get ready for a fun week on the ice!

Reload!!!

Winter is the perfect time to stock up on your ‘Go To’ flies—check your boxes, sharpen those hooks, and get ready for fishing season without any regrets. Read more from Montana Grant here…

Paradise Valley Spring Creeks Fishing Report 2.14.25

When Montana’s rivers turn to slush, the spring creeks keep flowing—offering winter anglers a shot at hungry trout in a snowy paradise…

The Lakeridge Laker Taker Champion Has Been Named!

The fish were biting, the competition fierce, and now the title of the Lakeridge Lake Taker belongs to one lucky angler!

Canyon Ferry’s Ducks on Ice Tourney Highlights

Canyon Ferry was packed with anglers, tents, and big catches at the Ducks on Ice Tournament!

NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 103

Mountain lion hunting in LMU 103 is officially closed—stay informed and hunt smart!

MT Outdoor Podcast: Montana’s Best Kept Fishing Secret is Finally Unveiled!

Montana’s best-kept fishing secret is hiding in plain sight—check out this new episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast as Downrigger Dale and Brian Olson reveal the untapped ponds of Region 6, where monster fish are just waiting to be caught!

Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Moose Lasagna

This week, Kokanee Quinn talks about a wild twist on an Italian classic—get ready for a moose lasagna that’s as legendary as the hunt itself!

Montana Has Big Fish, But at Least They Don’t Swallow People

Why You Should Be Glad There Are No Whales in Fort Peck or Flathead… Probably

Jumbo Perch – Everything You Need to Know

From the depths of the Chesapeake to the record books—meet the angler who reeled in Maryland’s new Jumbo Yellow Perch king!

Fort Peck announces winter access for motorized vehicles

Attention Fort Peck ice anglers and riders! Keep those motorized vehicles on designated access routes—no off-roading on USACE land—and if you must detour around ice hazards, keep it short and sweet (no more than 1/8 mile)!

Lawmaker sponsors resolution supporting federal land transfer to states

Montana’s public lands are back in the political crosshairs, with a new push to transfer federal lands to state control—reviving an old battle that could reshape access, management, and the future of our wild places…

Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report 2.13.25

With Fresno low and Nelson holding steady, the walleye, northern, and perch bite is on—tip-ups with live minnows are hot, but jigging’s where it’s at…

Elk captured in Crazy Mountains test negative for brucellosis

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff recently captured elk in the Crazy Mountains northwest of Big Timber as part of a multi-year targeted elk brucellosis surveillance project…

MTSFW 15th Annual Pig Roast Banquet and Fundraiser, Apr 19

Get ready for a night of feasting, fun, and firearms—Montana Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife’s 15th Annual Pig Roast Banquet & Fundraiser is back on April 19th, and it’s shaping up to be the wildest one yet!

Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 2.12.25

Good ice, great fishing—just watch those pressure cracks and keep the jigs moving!

WHEN THE BOOMERS ARE GONE…