VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 17, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Denise Schlegel Memorial Salmon and Perch Fishing Tournament, March 1 and 2

Cast your line and cash in! The 2nd Annual Margo’s March Madness Fishing Tournament at Bitterroot Lake is back!

Grab your gear and head to Bitterroot Lake for a family-friendly fishing showdown you won’t want to miss on March 1st and 2nd! With a $25 entry fee and 100% payout after FWP fees, you have a shot at cash prizes for the top four salmon and perch and for the smallest fish—plus, kids 12 and under can reel in cash and prizes for the top three of each species! Not fishing? No problem! Win awesome door prizes just for showing up (Sunday only). Weigh-ins run from 6 AM – 3 PM both days at Hilltop Hitching Post in Marion (where you can grab a hot breakfast before hitting the water). Remember that this tournament is only for salmon and perch!

Advance tickets are available at Libby Sports Center, Snappy’s Sport Center, Hilltop Hitching Post, and Chancy & Dave’s Fish Camp. Call Wayne at 406-253-0291 for more info. See you out there!


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