VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 17, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 6.21.24

Fresno is 85% full. Inflow 456 cfs & outflow 709 cfs. Walleye & northern fishing is good. Pull bottom bouncer rigs or troll in 10’-15’ of water. Nelson is 80% full. Inflow 315 cfs & outflow 140 cfs. Walleye and northern fishing is good. Fish + or – 20’ for results. It may get interesting…

Fresno is 85% full. Inflow 456 cfs & outflow 709 cfs. Walleye & northern fishing is good. Pull bottom bouncer rigs or troll in 10’-15’ of water.

Nelson is 80% full. Inflow 315 cfs & outflow 140 cfs. Walleye and northern fishing is good. Fish + or – 20’ for results. It may get interesting about the St. Mary siphon failure as it supplies water to the Milk River. Good luck.


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