VOL. 14 · NO. 31 August 2, 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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When a Hike Turns into a Helicopter Extraction

A hike in California turned into the ultimate cliffhanger — and not the metaphorical kind….

Talk about a real-life cliffhanger—literally. A stranded hiker in California recently found themselves doing their best Spider-Man impression (unexpectedly), clinging to the side of a sheer rock face with nowhere to go but down. Thankfully, a rescue crew swooped in (complete with a helicopter) and pulled off a dramatic save straight out of an action movie. Just remember that hiking boots aren’t wings—know your trail, don’t get too close to the edge of cliffs, and maybe leave the solo cliff-scaling to the professionals.


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