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2025 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake
Hook a lake trout, win big, and help native fish thrive—Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake kicks off March 13th…
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Bighorn River Bird Die-Off: HPAI Ruled Out, Further Testing Underway
Good news! The bird die-off on the Bighorn River isn’t due to avian flu—but the mystery isn’t solved yet!
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Jerk!!!
Spice up your wild game and your kitchen with this bold Jamaican Jerk rub—perfect for everything from pheasant to potatoes!…
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Hitting the Wildlife Jackpot by Bagging a Rare Blonde Elk
This hunter struck gold in the wild with a rare blonde-phase elk and a once-in-a-lifetime trophy!
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.3.25
See what is happening in the Helena area reservoirs, and be cautious out there!
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Fishing, Friends and Conservation with Montana Walleyes Unlimited
Reel in more than just fish with Montana Walleyes Unlimited!
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A Reflection of Pure Comedy with Bear vs. Bear
This poor bear seems to think it is having an identity crisis….
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Exposed!!!
Think hypothermia only strikes in freezing temps? Think again—it’s the sneaky danger lurking in 60–70 degrees that could catch you…
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Montana Licenses, Permits and Regulations for 2025-2026
Guess what? The 2025-2026 fishing season kicked off yesterday—so if you haven’t wet a line yet, you’re already a day…
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When Wildlife Crashes Your Wedding, and Your Dog Doesn’t Like It!
Nothing says “storybook wedding” like a majestic outdoor setting—until your dog decides the deer in attendance need a stern talking-to…
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Little Anglers, Big Adventures while Ice Fishing with Kids-N-Snow
From drilling holes to reeling in their first catch, Kids-N-Snow is turning West Yellowstone’s little adventurers into ice fishing pros!…
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NOTICE OF MOUNTAIN LION CLOSURE – LMU 270
Please note that LMU 270 is closing to hunting of all male mountain lions tomorrow.
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Ice Fishing Just Took a Strange Turn for Mike Violette—You Have to See This!
Mike Violette drilled into the ice expecting fish—but what he found bubbling beneath the surface left him with a mystery…
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Gaff It!!!
Tired of losing fish at the ice hole? A well-placed gaff might be the game-changer you need to land your…
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Ice Update by Hell Creek Marina 3.1.25
Notice for recreationalists and anglers at Hell Creek, this update is for you!
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LAST DAY LICENSE!!!
With Montana hunting and fishing licenses expiring, Montana Grant hit Canyon Ferry for a last-chance ice fishing adventure—huge rainbows, fast…
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The Montana Outdoor Podcast is all About The Amazing Lake Koocanusa
The best of the best with the Montana Outdoor Podcast!! Don’t miss this!
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Cooking With Kokanee Quinn: Elk Patty Parmesan
Why stick to steak when you can give ground venison the Parmesan treatment for a wild twist on a classic?
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Catch a MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Big Fish and Big Adventures at Lake Koocanusa
You won’t want to miss this Montana Outdoor Podcast episode!
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Montana hunters request study in hopes of easing crowding
Montana hunters aim to ‘track’ solutions to overcrowding with new study request.
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The Ultimate South Montana Waterfalls Road Trip
Because sometimes, the best road trips end with you standing in front of a roaring, misty masterpiece.
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How To Clean a Perch in One Minute
Think cleaning a perch in a minute is crazy? Think again. Here’s one way to do it.
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.27.25
With warming temps and melting snowpack, reservoirs are wet and sloppy, ice is pulling back, and the best trout fishing…
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Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.27.25
Local anglers are sharing firsthand reports on Lake Mary Ronan’s ice conditions—here’s one report..
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Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet on April 17
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission meets April 17 in Helena and online—covering everything from fish removal to migratory bird…
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Large section of Flathead Lake north shore temporarily closing for bird nesting, migration
From March 1 to July 15, the north shore of Flathead Lake hits “Do Not Disturb” mode as migrating and…
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Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Ice and Fishing Report 2.27.25
With warming temps and honeycombed ice, conditions are getting tricky—proceed with caution, but if you’re lucky, there are still some…
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.27.25
The main lake is getting sketchy, and the ice is becoming more unpredictable with the warmer weather…
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Trump Jr. Faces International Duck Poaching Probe
Donald Trump Jr.’s hunting trip in Italy just went from a wild adventure to a legal quagmire after he allegedly…
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All About OHVing in Montana
Rev up for adventure—but before you hit Montana’s trails, make sure your OHV is legal and your pass is ready…
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.24.25
While the ice is still solid, keep an eye out for quick changes…
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Blackfoot River Float-In Reservations Open Soon
Paddle by day, camp by night—Blackfoot River float-in campsite reservations open March 3 incrementally..
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A Fort Peck Giant That Almost Became A State Record
One fish, 17.66 pounds, and a near brush with history—Kyle Sando’s legendary Fort Peck catch keeps anglers dreaming big!
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Montana men plead guilty to hunting violations
MILES CITY – Two Montana men pled guilty to charges related to the illegal harvest of a brow-tined bull elk…
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A Wild Week on the Milk River
From a 100-degree temperature swing to a race against ice jams, the Milk River Valley is seeing an early surge…
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LOST FISH and BROKEN POLES!!!
Heartbreak and chaos on the water—lost fish, snapped poles, and stories you won’t believe! Read more from Montana Grant here!
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Dead Waterfowl Reported on Bighorn River
Mysterious waterfowl deaths on the Bighorn River have wildlife officials investigating—here’s what you need to know…
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Catch Phrases!!
From ‘Fish On!’ to some… less family-friendly expletives, every angler has a go-to catchphrase—what’s yours?
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Big Cat, Bigger News: Meet Florida’s Record-Breaking Panther
Florida’s biggest panther just got collared, and this heavyweight is helping scientists track the future of his species!
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Georgetown Lake Ice and Fishing Report 2.23.25
With solid ice, prime fishing at dawn and dusk, and a hot bite on balanced leeches, now’s the time to…
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Fishing Report by Chancy and Dave 2.21.25
The ice is solid, the fish are biting, and there’s plenty of action across the lakes…
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The Silent Killer on Ice | Ice Fishing Safety 101
A little fresh air can save your life while you’re ice fishing!
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Kootenai River Fishing Report 2.22.25
Anglers eager to fish the Kootenai River should be aware that ice conditions can vary dramatically, with thickness ranging from…
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Fish and Wildlife Commission reopens Region 4 wolf harvest
Please note that Region 4 reopens for wolf harvests..
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Flathead Area Fishing Report via Snappy’s Sport Senter 2.20.25
Here’s the latest from Montana Outdoor Approved Snappy’s Sport Senter with the fishing scene!
