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All About Zander
A few people have reached out about zander recently, so we wanted to share some information about these fish which […]
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THE RIVERS are HALF FULL!!! by Montana Grant
Fishing has boatloads of great metaphors that reflect on our lives. When things get tough, “take another cast, change baits, […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.3.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye action continues to be good while using bottom bouncers with green spinner blades with worms or leeches in […]
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FINAL Results for the 2024 Rock Creek Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck
The results are in, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share the news with you! A huge congratulations to […]
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ONE, BEST CAST!!! by Montana Grant
Make your first cast the best cast. This is true whether you are fly fishing, spin fishing, or chucking bait. […]
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Day One Leaders: Rock Creek Walleye Tourney on Peck
Sixty teams are battling it out in the Rock Creek Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck. Leading the pack on day […]
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2024 Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery update by Greg Schoby 5.31.24
Hi everyone, Just wanted to send a quick follow up to last weeks’ email update. As I said in that […]
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FWP News: Consumption advisory for sucker fish species on Yellowstone River below Billings
Women of reproductive age and young children advised to not consume the nongame fish species BILLINGS – The Fish Consumption […]
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When a playful prank on the young fisherman is too hard to resist
There’s something magical about seasoned fishermen taking kids out for a day of fishing. Whether they are experienced or a […]
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Walleye Catch and Release at Fort Peck
Fred Stingley and his 13-year-old step-grandson, Pete Ramsey, from Louisiana, had a fantastic fishing adventure on Tuesday with the Captain. […]
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It was Family and Friend Week at Fort Peck
The Captain had two of his brothers, Pat and Dan Ward, plus hometown buddies Don Cyre and Dick Donley, visit […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 5.30.24
Fresno is 96% full. Inflow 483 cfs & outflow 588 cfs. Walleye and northern fishing is good. Best method is […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 5.28.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Jefferson River Fishing info by Fins and Feathers (May 28, 2024) The Jefferson River […]
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.28.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye and rainbows are being caught by anglers trolling Slow Death rigs and a worm with bottom bouncers or crankbaits […]
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Catfishing the Yellowstone
Ken Young, of Billings shared a great catch by his son, Kenny. Just 30 minutes downstream from Billings Saturday night. […]
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BEST TROUT FISHING… by Montana Grant
NOT IN MONTANA! Trout fishermen love catching Trout. Brown, Rainbows, Brooks, Lakers, Grayling, Goldens, etc. Trout are beautiful and live […]
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Fishing on the Dock of the Dredge on Peck
Dan Jessee from Bozeman, Montana stayed at a great VRBO on the Dredge Cuts in Park Grove across from the […]
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2024 Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery update 5.25.24
Hi all, I’ve been getting a lot of calls from folks this week asking about the potential for a Chinook […]
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FAST and FURIOUS FLY TYING!!! by Montana Grant
Fly tyers are always looking for ways to improve efficiency and quality. More flies mean more time on the water. […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 5.23.24
Fresno is 97% full, inflow 854 cfs, outflow 650 cfs. Reservoir is near full and water clarity is turbid. Fisherpeople […]
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Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Talks Lures that Catch Massive Kokanee with Mack’s Lure Company
On this week’s brand spankin new episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale chats with Bob Loomis from Mack’s […]
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FWP News: Lewistown Family Fishing Day to be held June 1
LEWISTOWN – The Lewistown Family Fishing Day is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to noon, […]
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FWP Paddlefish Update, reported 5.20.24
Paddlefish total at 162 after first three harvest daysFollowing is the estimated paddlefish harvest after the first three days of […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Final Results for the 2024 Crooked Creek Walleye Classic
Congratulations to Chris McFadden of Townsend and Brem Phipps of Jordan for placing first in the 2024 Crooked Creek Walleye […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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NW MT Fishing Report by the 5.11.24
Fishermen: Lots of perch at the city docks using fuzz bugs and nightcrawlers. Lake Mary Ronan Salmon improving as oxygen […]
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Interesting Trip to Canyon Ferry
Bert Bartle and his father, Herb, headed to Canyon Ferry recently and had a pretty interesting trip. Here’s how it […]
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MANNERS MATTER!!! by Montana Grant
It used to be that most new fishermen were gradually introduced to the sport of fly fishing by a family […]
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FWP News: Celebrate Mother’s Day with free fishing
Conservation License still required HELENA – Want to do something special for you mom this Mother’s Day? Take her fishing. No […]
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 5.9.24
Fresno is 65% full, inflow is 2294 cfs & outflow is 44 cfs. Resent rain has been very beneficial for […]
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Another Monster Walleye out of Peck
Congratulations to Dan Peterson of Lewistown, who landed and released this impressive walleye just a couple of Sundays ago at […]
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 5.7.24
Before diving into the fishing report, check out this article that explains the difference between anglers and fishermen. Please check the fishing regulations before […]
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New Record Set: Angler Smashes 43-Year-Old Perch Catch in Lake Michigan
Check it out: A Hoosier fisherman just made a splash with the biggest yellow perch catch Indiana’s seen in over […]
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FWP News: Partial spring fish population estimates completed for Big Hole River
Trout numbers increase in some areas Trout numbers increase in some areas WISE RIVER – Fisheries staff with Montana Fish, Wildlife […]
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2024 Spring Mack Days: Week 8 Update
Only one weekend left in the 2024 Spring Mack Days Fishing Event on Flathead Lake! The event began March 14th […]
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FISHING SURVIVAL KIT!!! by Montana Grant
Fishermen are addicted to fishing. They can’t look at water without wondering what kind of fish swimming may be there. […]
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Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 5.5.24
Montana Hebgen: The ice is almost completely off the arms and main lake respectively, with what’s left being centralized around the […]
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Fishing Report by the Macman
Fishermen: Mission Dam, evening bite worms and spinners. Crow Reservoir Trout on bottom, no small mouth. Perch spawned out so […]
