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FWP’s Justin Gude, RMEF conservation chief answer elk habitat, predation questions
Despite more elk roaming Montana than ever before, one hunter’s three-day search in the Crazies turns up nothing but tracks,…
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Cut Your Own
From field to freezer, Montana Grant shows how mastering the art of butchering your own big game turns a messy…
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Gallatin River Fishing Report 10.22.25
Fishing on the Gallatin is heating up this fall, with clear water, cool temps, and strong action on nymphs and…
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North Fork Flathead River 10.20.25
Recent rains have raised river levels and sparked bug activity on the North Fork…
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Hunting in a Corn Maze
When the temperatures drop, Montana’s standing corn turns into prime big game habitat—where food, cover, and smart stalking can lead…
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 10.21.25
Steelhead season is heating up on the Upper Salmon River as cooler temps and rising numbers at Lower Granite Dam…
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Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 10.21.25
Fall fishing is firing up in Montana’s trout capital—cooler weather, aggressive browns, and hot streamer action are making Hebgen, Quake,…
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The 2025 Captain’s Updated and Revised Vehicle Checklist
Hunters, Montana’s general deer and elk rifle season opens October 25th, so make sure your rig is ready with proper…
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2025 Fall Mack Days – Week 7 Results
Only two weeks remain in the 2025 Fall Mack Days on Flathead Lake—over 14,700 lake trout have been turned in,…
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Yellowstone River Fishing Report 10.20.25
Calm morning waters, golden fall colors, and hungry rainbows await on the Yellowstone…
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Baltimore Beef Sandwich
Bringing Baltimore’s legendary pit beef to Big Sky Country—because Montana deserves a sandwich as bold as its mountains! Read more…
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Roundup Mule Deer Management Hunt scheduled to begin early December
Licenses go on sale November 4; only archery equipment allowed..
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Best Hunting Story?
From missed shots to unforgettable firsts, these hunting tales prove the best trophies are the stories we bring home. More…
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Macman’s Flathead Area Fishing Report 10.16.25
From perch at Big Arm to lake trout in Swan, here’s the real scoop on where Montana’s fish are biting—and…
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Rare Video: Wolverine Hunting a Deer Near Ajax Mountain, Montana (2017)
Shot over the 4th of July weekend in 2017 near Ajax Mountain, Montana, this rare clip captures a wolverine in…
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What Critter Should You Shoot?
When the moment of truth comes and every buck looks like a trophy, an ethical hunter knows the real challenge…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Double the Regions, Double the Game
This week, Downrigger Dale takes you on a two-stop hunt preview through Montana’s Regions 3 and 5 — where elk…
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Carne Asada Pronghorn
One bite of this smoky citrus Carne Asada Pronghorn and your quiet dinner plans will instantly turn into a full-blown…
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Captain’s 2025 Revised and Updated Hunters Checklist
It’s that time of year! The Captain has a revised and updated Hunters Checklist–see if you have everything you need…
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6th Sense
Great hunters don’t just rely on sight or sound—they trust their 6th sense to know when it’s time to take…
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Montana FWP access programs face budget, staffing challenges
Montana’s wildly successful hunter access program is straining under its own weight, as soaring demand collides with stagnant staffing and…
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Don Wilkins’ Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report 10.16.25
Big smallmouths, active pike, and lakers on the move…
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Why Geologists and Darwin’s Son Came to See Montana’s Shonkin Sag
Hidden between Montana’s mountains and prairie, the Shonkin Sag is a jaw-dropping canyon full of history, geology, and mystery that…
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Spicy Cheddar Jalapeno Venison Summer Sausage
Turn your venison into a cheesy, spicy log that’s basically a flavor-packed mic-drop for your taste buds!…
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Join the 2026 USA Ice Fishing Regional Qualifier
Step onto the ice in Olney, Montana, this January for your shot at joining Team USA and fishing for glory!
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Bozeman Fishing Reports 10.13.25
Cool mornings, clear rivers, and hungry trout—fall fishing around Bozeman is hitting its stride with steady flows, active fish, and…
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Creative Outdoorsy Halloween Costumes for All
Scour the neighborhood in style with these outdoors-inspired costume ideas!
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Bighorn River Fishing Report 10.13.25
The Bighorn River is in prime fall form—steady flows, clear water, and plenty of fish eager to eat…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 10.14.25
Rainbows are biting across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter—shore or boat, try nightcrawlers, powerbait, or spoons for some fast fall…
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2025 Fall Mack Days | Week 6 Results
Only three weeks remain in the 2025 Fall Mack Days Fishing Event—cast your line for a chance at $10,000 in…
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Viral Feta Pasta, but with Elk Meat
Apparently, the viral feta pasta just went wild….wild game, that is!
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Canyon Ferry Fun
No boat, no problem—Canyon Ferry’s shoreline is cooking up dinner for anyone willing to cast. Read more from Montana Grant..
