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One dead after boat overturns on Clark Fork River near Clinton
On the evening of Monday, April 27, 2026, 911 dispatch received a report of a boat accident on the Clark Fork River near Clinton, prompting a multi-agency response.
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A Montana Reminder from an Alabama Tragedy
A pro angler’s fatal mistake on an a lake serves as a powerful reminder for boaters to stay alert.
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Harrison Lake closed as law enforcement conducts water search
Harrison Lake was closed until further notice beginning Wednesday night as law enforcement conducted a water search for a missing person.
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FWP Lifejacket Donation Drive, May 19-23, 8 Locations
Give your old lifejacket a new adventure—donate it during #NationalSafeBoatingWeek!
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From Calm to Chaos on the Water
Just wanted to share a recent boating incident that really hits home the importance of safety on the water. Over in Weymouth, Mass., a 21-foot sailboat and a 38-foot powerboat…
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Let’s have a safe boating season
As boat season heats up, it’s important to stay safe and responsible out on the water. Unfortunately, we’ve all seen those videos of people causing chaos with their boats, putting…
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Boating Etiquette
Hey boaters! It’s still winter in Montana, but open water is showing up in some places. With spring on the horizon, whether you’re a seasoned skipper or just dipping your…
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A lucky boat recovery!
Wow–this angler had a lucky break after a huge wave tossed him out of his boat! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Powerfish © (@willem_powerfish)
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accident, activities, Bear Attacks, Boating, Boating Safety, Education, health, Hunter Safety, Montana GrantDEATH WISH!!!
We have all made some poor choices when afield. Injury or worse can result from not planning, preparing, or considering safety risks. Montana is a rural place. Citizens play in…
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activities, Bass Fishing, Boating, Boating Safety, Dry Fly Fishing, Education, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, Gear, health, How to, Montana GrantWADE A LITTLE DEEPER!!!
Wading can be dangerous. Fishermen that wet wade or wear expensive waders, always try to get a little deeper. Their goal is to get closer to the fishing spot that…
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The Crooked Creek Boat Ramp at FT Peck is NOT useable
The Crooked Creek Boat Ramp is not usable. This photo was taken on Sunday June 25 2023. The boat you see in the photo is an air boat. For more…
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activities, Boating, Boating Safety, Did You Know, Dogs, Dry Fly Fishing, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, Freezeout Lake WMA, FWP, Gallatin River, Hunting, Madison River, Missouri River, Montana Fishing, Montana Fly Fishing, Rivers, Smith River, whitewater rafting, Yellowstone RiverPAY TO PLAY!!!
On July 1st, anyone using Montana State fishing access sites, State Lands, or Wildlife Management Areas will be required to pay for a state Conservation Stamp. The Conservation stamp costs…
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Boating, Boating Safety, Dry Fly Fishing, Education, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, How to, Montana GrantBOAT READY!!!
Well, the waters will soon become navigable again in Montana. This means that the fleet of drift boats will be launched. For many fly guys, the drift boats are…
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Best of, Boating, Boating Safety, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, health, How to, Madison River, Montana Fly Fishing, Montana GrantHAIL and HIGH WATERS!!!
Years ago, I was guiding some ladies from Georgia. We put in at Warm Springs access, along the lower Madison, and began our drift. I was working with the mother…
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activities, Boating, Boating Safety, Education, How to, Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks, Montana GrantRAMP TRAMPS!!!
Boat Ramp Tramps take up too much space and take too long to launch or retrieve their boats. Others will only be patient for so long. It is at this…
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WHAT FLOATS YOUR BOAT!!!
Boating safety is important when on Montana’s rivers, lakes, and waters. Any activity done near or on the water makes safety more of a concern. Drowning, hypothermia, and injury can…
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activities, Bighorn River, Boating, Boating Safety, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, health, How to, Madison River, Montana Grant
RIVER LIVER!!!
As the rivers become more float friendly, floaters and boaters are drawn to the flows. Great weather means more water borne people. As Montana becomes more popular, floating becomes more…
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accident, activities, Boating, Boating Safety, Education, Fish, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, Gear, health, How to, Hunting, Madison River, Montana Fly Fishing, Montana GrantSPRING IN YOUR STEP!!!
Getting out for the first time requires some patience. Anxious anglers have been preparing all Winter for their first Spring trips onto the water. Whether you are wading or boating,…
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