VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 17, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.7.24

Fresno is 19% full with little inflow & about 40cfs outflow. Nelson is 75% full with no in or outflow. Fishing remains excellent for most species. Fish the main lake breaks for best results. Historically these reservoirs are iced around the 15th of this month so open water fishing is coming to an end for…

Fresno is 19% full with little inflow & about 40cfs outflow.

Nelson is 75% full with no in or outflow. Fishing remains excellent for most species. Fish the main lake breaks for best results. Historically these reservoirs are iced around the 15th of this month so open water fishing is coming to an end for 2024.

Good luck.


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