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Can Arkansas Hunters Really Prepare for a Montana Spring Bear Hunt? Deadhaul Outdoors Finds Out
Arkansas hunters attempt to get ready for a brutal Montana spring bear hunt. Here’s why the mountains don’t care how…
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Beavers Rewilded 12,000 Montana Wetland Acres Better Than Anyone Expected
Montana restored 12,000 acres of dying wetlands — then beavers moved in and changed everything. Here’s why it matters for…
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Bighorn River Fishing Report: Mid-June 2026 Flows, Fly Patterns, and Whether It’s Worth the Drive
Bighorn River fishing report for mid-June 2026: current dam flows, top fly patterns, water clarity, crowding intel, and honest trip-planning…
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Montana Cattle Markets Show Mixed Results: June 7-13, 2026 Weekly Report
Montana cattle markets surge amid volatility – receipts double to 4,627 head but trail 2025 levels. CME futures hit limit…
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Invasive fish found in community ponds in Three Forks and Livingston
Invasive northern pike found in Three Forks Ponds near the Madison River, and bass discovered in Livingston’s Sacajawea Lagoon, prompting…
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Montana Livestock Markets Show Mixed Trends Despite Lower Receipts (May 31 – June 6, 2026)
Montana cattle markets see lighter volume but renewed grass demand after beneficial rains. Get the latest auction prices and market…
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Montana Livestock Market Update: Drought Conditions Drive Higher Replacement Cattle Sales (May 24-30, 2026)
Montana cattle prices surge as drought forces replacement sales – 3,670 head moved this week. See how market conditions affect…
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Montana Ranch Life: Battling Unexpected Houseguests
A Montana woman discovered a swarm of garter snakes emerging from her home’s foundation, highlighting the issue of wildlife seeking…
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Montana Livestock Markets Show Mixed Signals Week of May 10-16, 2026
Montana cattle markets surge 14.7% this week despite drought challenges. Mixed signals create opportunities for savvy ranchers. Get the full…
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Montana Livestock Markets Show Mixed Signals: Light Feeder Offerings, Strong Cow Demand Drive Week of May 3-9, 2026
Montana cattle markets signal opportunity: light feeder supply meets strong cow demand. May 3-9 report reveals key trends affecting your…
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Montana Tick Season Peaks Right Now — Are You Protected?
Tick season is peaking across Montana right now. Here’s what hunters, anglers, and hikers need to know to stay safe…
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Justice Department Targets Big Four Meatpackers as Montana Ranchers Demand Fair Prices
Federal investigators target Big Meat monopolies as Montana ranchers demand fair prices. Justice Dept & USDA launch aggressive probe into…
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Grizzly Mauls Two Hikers Near Old Faithful as Yellowstone Backs $100 Foreign Fee
Two big Yellowstone stories landed this week that Montana outdoor users will want on their radar — a serious grizzly…
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Your Ranch Dog Could Win $5,000 in Farm Bureau’s 2027 Competition
Your working ranch dog could win Farm Bureau’s 2027 Farm Dog of the Year! Nominate your four-legged farmhand for this…
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Montana Livestock Markets Hit Record Highs: 600-lb Steers Eclipse $500/cwt (April 26 – May 2, 2026)
Montana cattle markets shatter records with 600-lb steers hitting $500/cwt! Get the latest prices, market trends, and what’s driving historic…
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Fort Peck Lake: Trophy Walleye, Pike and Smallmouth Without the Crowds
Escape Montana’s crowded fishing spots at Fort Peck Lake. 134 miles of shoreline, trophy walleye, pike and smallmouth, plus affordable…
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Caught an Albino Bass? Here’s What You’re Looking At
A ghost-white bass on your line isn’t a fluke — it’s a rare genetic condition. Here’s the science, the survival…
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The Royal Teton Ranch Deal Explained: What Montana Hunters Need to Know About the Conservation Win That Protected Yellowstone’s Northern Corridor
How the Royal Teton Ranch conservation deal protects elk migration, river access, and hunting habitat in Montana’s Paradise Valley near…
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Why Your Bird Feeder Will Draw Grizzlies This Spring
Learn why bird feeders and salt licks attract hungry grizzly bears to your Montana property each spring and how to…
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FWP announces public comment opportunities
Montana FWP seeks public comment on Recreational Trails Program grant awards and other environmental assessments. Visit fwp.mt.gov/public-notices to review and…
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Montana Livestock Market Report: April 19-25, 2026 – Feeder Cattle Show Steady Demand Despite CME Pressure
Montana livestock report Apr 19-25: 4,781 head sold, steady feeder demand beats CME pressure. Grass-ready cattle strong, Canadian buyers active.
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Colorado’s Water Crisis Is Sending Trout Anglers to Montana This Summer
Colorado’s water crisis is pushing anglers north. Learn how Montana trout streams benefit and what it means for your summer…
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Montana Stockgrowers 142nd MidYear Meeting: May 27-29 in Great Falls
Montana ranchers unite May 27-29, 2026 in Great Falls for the 142nd MidYear Meeting. Policy talks, networking, and entertainment await…
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Montana Cattle Markets Rally During Aprilfest Week (April 12-18, 2026)
Montana cattle prices surge at Aprilfest sales! Feeder receipts jump to 4,859 head with strong market activity. Get the latest…
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Fort Peck Walleye Spawn: Bays, Temps, and Rigs Right Now
Fort Peck walleye spawn is peaking this week. Here’s exactly where fish are holding, what temps trigger the bite, and…
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Bear safety workshop happening in Bozeman on April 20
Montana FWP hosts a free bear safety workshop in Bozeman on April 20, featuring bear spray practice, grizzly and black…
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Missouri River BWO Hatch: Days Left Before Runoff Shuts It Down
BWO hatches are peaking on the Missouri, Bighorn & spring creeks RIGHT NOW — but runoff is closing this window…
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Fort Peck Post-Spawn Walleye: Where the Big Females Go Next
Fort Peck’s big female walleye are leaving the shallows right now. Here’s exactly where they go and how to catch…
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Best Magazine to Choose for Hunting Rifles
Choosing the right magazine for a hunting rifle is crucial for reliability and handling. Different types, like internal, detachable, and…
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The Ultimate Fort Peck Boat Ramp Rundown
Fort Peck Lake offers extensive shoreline, abundant fish, and varied boat ramps with different elevations. It’s crucial to know these…
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Montana Cattle Prices Hold Strong: April 2026 Market Report
Receipts fell 75% to 1,836 head yet prices stayed firm. Replacement cattle surged to 34.2% of offerings. Here’s what Montana…
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Fort Peck Walleye Spawn 2026: Peak Bays and Rigs Producing This Week
Fort Peck walleye are in peak spawn mode right now — here’s which bays are firing, what rigs to run,…
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Federal Lead Ammo Bill: What Montana Bear and Elk Hunters Need to Know
A new federal bill protects lead ammo on BLM and Forest Service land — here’s what it means for Montana…
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How to Judge a Bear’s Weight Before You Pull the Trigger
Montana’s spring bear season opens April 15. Here’s how to field-judge a bear’s weight and age before you pull the…
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The Skwala Stonefly: The Star of Spring on the Bitterroot River
The Bitterroot River’s BWO hatch is peaking right now. Here’s exactly where to wade, what to tie on, and how…
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Montana Livestock Markets Rally Strong: Week of March 29 – April 4, 2026
Montana cattle markets surge with 7,315 head sold this week! Feeder cattle show strong demand, CME futures rally. Get the…
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LMU 312 Closes to Female Mountain Lion Hunting April 6
LMU 312 closes to female mountain lion hunting at 7:30 p.m. on April 6, 2026, per Montana Fish & Wildlife…
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Wisconsin Hunter Lost 10 Years: What Montana Poaching Actually Costs
A Wisconsin man just lost 10 years of Montana hunting privileges. Here’s exactly what triggers long-term bans — and what…
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14 Bear Encounters in the Bitterroot: One DIY Hunter’s Hard-Earned Spring Tag
A DIY hunter logs 14 bear encounters in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley before finally closing the deal. Here’s why this one’s…
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Montana Draw Results 2026: Exact Dates by Species
FWP posts elk, deer, antelope, sheep, moose & bison results on different dates. Here are the exact 2026 dates —…
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Beyond Maclean: 7 Fly Fishing Books Every Montana Angler Must Read
Rivers are blown out. Here are 7 essential fly fishing books with Montana roots to read while you wait out…
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Fresno Reservoir Public Meeting April 9: What Hi-Line Anglers Need to Know
Montana FWP hosts an April 9 open house in Havre to share updates on Fresno Reservoir fisheries management, 2025 netting…
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Canyon Ferry’s Sunken Tree Hotspots: Where Walleye Are Stacking Now
Canyon Ferry is post-ice-out and walleye are stacking near submerged Christmas tree structure. Here’s exactly where to target them this…
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Seeley Lake Gets 30 Miles of New Backcountry Trails by 2029
A $1.2 million project will add 30 miles of new trails near Seeley Lake by 2029, opening vast backcountry for…
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Reminder: Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area vehicle registration for shed hunters opens April 1
Shed antler hunters can register online April 1-19 to access the Blackfoot-Clearwater WMA by vehicle when it opens at noon…
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Montana Cattle Markets Show Strength Despite Light Trading (March 22-28, 2026)
Montana cattle markets surge with CME futures up $13.45! Strong demand despite light trading. Get the latest prices and trends…
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5 Montana Walleye Reservoirs to Fish Before April Runoff Muddies the Water
Target Montana’s top 5 reservoirs for prime walleye fishing in late March before April’s snowmelt turns clear waters muddy and…
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Zebra Mussels 2026: Which Montana Waters Are at Risk and What Every Angler Needs to Know Before Launch Day
Zebra mussels threaten Montana’s top fisheries in 2026. Here’s which waters are at risk and what FWP’s boat checkpoints mean…
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Six Wolves vs. One Grizzly: Who Really Wins in Montana?
Spring bear season opens April 15. Here’s what science and trail cam footage reveal about wolf-grizzly showdowns — and what…
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Sage Grouse Lawsuits Stack Up — What Montana Upland Hunters Need to Know Right Now
Legal battles threaten sage grouse habitat and hunting access across Montana’s eastern prairie. What upland bird hunters need to know…
