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When Patience Meets Opportunity with a Nice Bull Elk
Congratulations to the archery hunter that got this shot!
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When Predators Hunt Predators
You never know what you’ll see in the woods — but few hunters expect to watch wolves turn the tables on bears.
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The Great Beaver Drop of 1948
Watch the rise, fall, and literal flight of beavers — plus how wildlife experts handle them today — all in one quick video!
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Flap Jacks
Whether you call them flapjacks, hotcakes, or griddle cakes, one thing’s for sure — pancakes make every morning better. More from Montana Grant here!
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Montana vs. the Wolves–Legal Battles Over Apex Predators
Montana lawmakers say the state’s wolves are out of control—and now they’re taking it to court.
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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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Grizzly Deaths
Grizzly bears are no longer just Yellowstone’s endangered icons—they’re booming past capacity, running out of food, clashing with humans, and forcing the question: protect them or manage them?
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Pheasant hunting season to open October 11
Get ready, hunters — pheasant season opens Oct. 11, and FWP is releasing thousands of birds statewide for an action-packed opener!
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Cowboy Butter Venison Backstrap
Fire up the grill—this buttery, spicy venison backstrap brings bold wild-west flavor to your plate….
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The Montana Moose Tag That Traveled from One Hero’s Hands to Another’s
When health kept Coast Guard veteran Steve Earle from using his hard-earned moose tag, he donated it to a fellow hero—giving Purple Heart recipient Chris Grudzinski the hunt of a…
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Chinook salmon spawn and egg collection effort
It’s salmon season in Montana—FWP crews are out collecting Chinook for spawning, so watch for electrofishing activity and snag responsibly as the fall run heats up…
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CWD sampling available during archery, general season in south-central MT
Montana hunters can get free, fast CWD testing in Billings this season, helping FWP track and manage the fatal deer disease spreading across the state.
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New agenda item added to Thursday’s Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting
MT’s Fish and Wildlife Commission will weigh a proposed change to 2025 deer hunting rules after a surge of hemorrhagic and bluetongue viruses hit whitetail populations in the northeast…
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Reminder: Elk Calls Can Also Lure Predators
An elk hunter is recovering after his calls drew a grizzly sow and cubs into a surprise encounter.
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Wolves, Science, and the Logic of Montana Ranching
Katie Jackson took her wolf-wary Montana rancher parents on a Yellowstone wolf-watching tour…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Find Out What the Hunting Will be Like in Hunting Regions 1 & 2
Two podcasts, twice the hunting intel — get the inside scoop on Montana’s Region 1 and 2 game hotspots in one epic double feature….
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Want to be a Yellowstone backcountry ranger? Read this first
Yellowstone backcountry ranger Kimberly Lewis shares the gritty realities and soul-stirring rewards of protecting America’s first national park. More from Brett French here..
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CLOSURE ALERT, BEARTOOTH HIGHWAY
If you’re planning on hitting the Beartooth Highway this Friday, think again…
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The Muskie That Could Have Made History
Did you hear about the angler that pulled up a 59½-inch muskie that would’ve smashed records?
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Large predator relocation notification law goes into effect
New law requires public notification before relocating large predators…
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Hunting Within Your Limits
Hunting evolves with every season of life—from youthful grit to veteran wisdom—and the true trophy becomes the memories, lessons, and camaraderie shared along the way. More from Montana Grant..
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Opening Doors for Disabled Hunters at Fort Peck
Hunters with disabilities can enjoy an easy-access white-tailed deer hunt at Fort Peck!
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Snagging Season Is On—But Cleaning Stations Are Off
Fort Peck Marina reminds anglers to plan ahead this snagging season—the fish are running, but the cleaning station is closed.
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Bear Activity Increasing Near Campsites at Ashland Ranger District
Campers near Ashland Ranger District, beware….
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Waterfowl season opens Saturday
Montana’s waterfowl season opens Oct. 4, with new zones, a collectible bird stamp, and plenty of ducks, geese—and even swans (by permit) waiting for hunters.
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A Brief History of Questionable Math
Walleye, weird units, and the lengths humans will go to avoid boring math…
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Shooting Single
Single-shot hunting: patience, practice, and one perfect pull… Read more about shooting single with Montana Grant..
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2025 Fall Mack Days – week 4 update
Halfway through the 2025 Fall Mack Days, thousands of lake trout have been landed on Flathead Lake—but one lucky angler could still reel in the $10,000 fish…
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One Dog, Eleven Coyotes, Zero Fear
Casper, a Great Pyrenees, went full action hero on a pack of coyotes…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Wondering What the Hunting Will be Like in Region 6?
Sneak a peek at Montana’s Region 6 hunting outlook—elk, deer, antelope (with some surprising numbers!), and more on this week’s podcast….
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The Power of a Bison Head Butt is No Joke
‘Fluffy cows’ are love-crazed heavyweights during the rut, so keep your selfies at a safe zoom—or risk a hospital stay instead of a hashtag!
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: What’s Waiting in Region 6 This Season
Get a sneak peek at Montana’s Region 6 hunting outlook—elk, deer, antelope, upland birds, and more…
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Sharp Objects with a Dull Policy or On Point?
Do you think that banning machetes and asking people to drop them in boxes will solve a problem of machetes being on the street?
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Tongue River Reservoir State Park Update 9.25.25
Campsites are closed, cabins are open, water’s low but boatable…
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Hall’s Coulee Progress Update by The Milk River Project 9.25.25
After moving 71,000 cubic yards of earth, crews are now forming the new Hall’s Coulee inlet…
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Paddler’s paradise: Yellowstone National Park’s Shoshone Lake
Paddle into Yellowstone’s hidden gem—Shoshone Lake—where dragonflies dance over warm geyser-fed creeks and the wilderness drowns out the modern world. More from Brett French here:
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2025 Fall Mack Days – week 3 update
Week 3 of the 2025 Fall Mack Days brought big lake trout, tight races at the top of the leaderboard, and plenty of prizes still up for grabs with six…
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Missing in Montana: The Mysterious Disappearance of Barbara Bolick
In Montana, some trails end in mystery — and Barbara’s story is one that still haunts the hills…
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When People Disappear Without a Trace…
When Wade Tackett’s skiff turned up empty in Alaska, it sparked a decades-long mystery that echoes Montana’s own legends of the lost…
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Yellow Headstones
The beauty of Yellowstone comes with a serious dose of risk… read more from Montana Grant here.
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The Great Braid Debate–Fort Peck Edition
The braid color battle was on at Fort Peck for these anglers….
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MT Outdoor Podcast: It’s Up to Us Is The Future of Hunting Access
Want more hunting land access and a shot at free onX Elite? Don’t miss this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast!
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