VOL. 14 · NO. 32 August 3, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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MONTANA FISHING REPORTSOptimal Fishing Strategies for Yellowstone Rivers in mid-June by YCFFJun 18 WILDLIFEWhen the Law is the Least of Your ProblemsJun 18 FISHINGExperience Montana’s Free Fishing Days This Father’s DayJun 17 FISHINGMastering Fly Selection: The Rock Method for Trout FishingJun 17 HUNTINGCan Arkansas Hunters Really Prepare for a Montana Spring Bear Hunt? Deadhaul…Jun 17
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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 8.10.23

Fresno is 50% full. Inflow 410 cfs and outflow is 740 cfs. Walleye fishing is fair. Best areas are the main lake points in 15’-20’ of water. Bottom bouncer with night crawler and leeches are producing. Nelson is 83% full inflow is 148 cfs and outflow is 206 cfs. Walleye fishing is good. Most depths…

Fresno is 50% full. Inflow 410 cfs and outflow is 740 cfs. Walleye fishing is fair. Best areas are the main lake points in 15’-20’ of water. Bottom bouncer with night crawler and leeches are producing. Nelson is 83% full inflow is 148 cfs and outflow is 206 cfs. Walleye fishing is good. Most depths are producing. When you mark fish with your electronics you can catch them. Most walleye fishing methods are producing. Perch colored jigging raps can be very effective especially in deeper water. Good fishing.


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