VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 18, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.21.24

Fresno is 18% full, no inflow & outflow is about 40 cfs. Nelson is 73% full with no in or outflow. With the colder weather last week, both reservoirs are or near being iced over. One local Nelson angler has hung up open water fishing on the reservoir til next spring due to the colder…

Fresno is 18% full, no inflow & outflow is about 40 cfs.

Nelson is 73% full with no in or outflow. With the colder weather last week, both reservoirs are or near being iced over. One local Nelson angler has hung up open water fishing on the reservoir til next spring due to the colder temps. Hopefully you have kept your gps points to begin your hard water fishing starts when the ice is safe.

Good luck.


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