FWP Paddlefish Update, reported 5.20.24

These snow creations are so awesome, Frosty just packed his bags and retired…

We had 42 teams compete and they caught 138 fish as compared to last year they caught 96 fish of […]

At 94, Laura Berry bagged a jaw-dropping 321-inch buck, sparking a South Texas hunting legend—and a whole lot of buzz about the fine print!

Only in Montana—where snow removal comes with a side of mystery, leopard-print lingerie, and snowblower surprises! Read more from Montana Grant…

The positive result came from a harvested mule deer.

In December, the Lolo National Forest issued a final decision notice for the Westside Ninemile Wildfire Resiliency Project to implement vegetation and fuel reduction activities along the west-side of the Ninemile Valley within Missoula County.

The City of Helena issued a warning Tuesday about a mountain lion on a local trail.

The Montana State University rodeo team will be on the national stage next week when the student-athletes participate in the Pass in Review, otherwise known as the Inaugural Parade, in Washington, D.C., on Monday, Jan. 20. The parade will begin at 1 p.m. Mountain time.

Upgrade your venison game with these bacon-wrapped meatloaf muffins…

Casey Brooks just shattered elk hunting history with a potential world-record bull!

Kentucky just delivered a free-range buck so unique it’s stealing the internet’s spotlight…

After years of riding wild mustangs and chasing elk, Terry Allen proves that even after back surgery, a true Montanan never quits—he just needs a little help getting back in the saddle! Read more from Montana Grant..

The draft CCP proposes to expand hunting opportunities at the district. One alternative allows the use of lead ammunition for expanded big game hunting and the other alternative prohibits lead ammunition and tackle across the district. Neither alternative is indicated as a preferred alternative at this time, and we are seeking the public’s input on both alternatives.

You may have seen this circulating the internet. Here’s what we know of the story. About seven years back, at […]

Hooked on fishing contests? FWP wants your input on 2025 open water events—share your thoughts before Jan. 27!

Before you grab your gear, check the ice—because it can go from “truck safe” to “take a swim” faster than you think!

Slow ice, thick snow, and a little back pain—Montana Grant’s ice fishing adventure at Hyalite Lake shows that patience (and the right sled) is key this season!

Looking for gear, laughs, and a taste of Montana’s outdoor spirit? Red Rock Sporting Goods in Miles City has it all—where the adventure begins!

This info was taken from Flathead Valley Fishing Report group and posted by fellow ice anglers on January 11, 2025:

Non-typical antlers: the punk rockers of the animal kingdom—spiky, rebellious, and totally unforgettable. This rack is no exception!

Moose are the graceful heavyweights of the wild. Watch as these giants pull off the most coordinated stroll you’ll see this winter.

The agreement with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship allows up to 15 wolves to be translocated and released in Colorado this year.

Montana: Where the allure of Big Sky dreams meets the reality of pioneer grit—Montana Grant wants to know if you are tough enough to thrive in the land that’s as wild as it is beautiful…