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Sneak Peek–MT Outdoor Podcast Hunting Series: Discover What Makes Region 3 a Hunter’s Paradise!
This week, Downrigger Dale heads to FWP Region 3 HQ in Bozeman for an awesome chat with Wildlife Manager Warren…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 10.3.24
Fresno is 22% full with no inflow & 39 cfs outflow. The last report I received the ramp at the…
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Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 10.3.24
Salmon-snagging started October 1st and most of the activity has been early in the morning or overnight in the dark,there have also…
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Why This Mug Will Have Everyone Talking at the Campfire
If you’re after something tough and durable, this mug has you covered. Not a fan of those annoying dents in…
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Just Trying to Get to Work…Or Is He?
So, apparently, this guy’s just trying to get to work…likely around the corner to the right? The typical touristy selfie…
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WELCOME TO MONTANA GRANT
Small Stories from Big Sky Country By Grant Soukup, aka Montana Grant Montana writer Grant Soukup, of Belgrade, Montana,…
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Ride Responsibly: Protect the Big Hole from ATV Damage
Okay….COME ON… The caption of this video shared by the Big Hole Watershed Comittee read this: “Folks, the Big Hole…
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FWP News: FWP, The Base Camp to host bear safety workshop in Billings October 10
Free event will include presentation and bear spray training BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff and The Base Camp…
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Montana Man had Dream Trip to Alaska
Meet Dan Greer from Florence! He just wrapped up one incredible blast-and-cast adventure up in Alaska. After six days of…
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Plague in a Blind Idaho Deer? Yup, But No Cause for Concern
Hunters in North Idaho and Washington already have their eyes on chronic wasting disease (CWD), but now there’s something new…
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ROLL YOUR FISH!!! by Montana Grant
Anglers are always looking for a new way to enjoy their catch. Frozen fish are best if used before 6…
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No Rattle, No Warning: A Snakebite Survival Story
A 7-year-old girl from Gilbert, AZ, is on the mend after a scary rattlesnake bite went untreated for over 30…
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FWP News: Lottery to be held for guided hunts on the Blackfeet Reservation
HELENA – Opportunities for guided bison and elk hunts on the Blackfeet Reservation are available through a lottery system. The lottery…
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The Gray Wolf Controversy Continues
The Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation has filed a brief in support of the Fish and Wildlife Service’s decision to remove gray…
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RING TONES! by Montana Grant
Our new cellphone technology has so many options. The camera is amazing, the sound and compactness are great. My son…
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Soak in History at Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs
Back in the late 1920s, an oil rigger struck liquid gold—well, more like a gushing well of hot water—in Phillips…
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Deer Talk Disaster–How a Game Warden Scored More Than a Date
Being a Game Warden means the line between work and personal life gets blurry—especially with things like social media, phones,…
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FWP News: FWP releases final Statewide Grizzly Bear Management Plan
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks released the final Statewide Grizzly Bear Management Plan today, wrapping up an extensive public…
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2024 Fall Mack Days | Week 4 Results
There are still 5 weeks left in the 2024 Fall Mack Days Fishing Event on Flathead Lake. A total of…
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FWP News: Hunting for all black bears closed in Black Bear Management Units 510 and 520
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears in Bear Management Units…
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FWP News: Hunting for all bighorn sheep closed in Hunting District 500
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all bighorn sheep in Hunting District (HD)…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 9.30.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleyes are being caught in 30-40 feet of water around Confederate and from the Silos to the river…
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TAKE RESPONSIBILITY! by Montana Grant
Humans do not learn from successes. Every time we succeed, we celebrate the moment and are glad that nothing went…
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12-Year-Old Hunter’s Shot Ends Bear Attack on Dad
Yikes! A 12-year-old boy became a hero when he saved his dad from a bear attack during a hunting trip…
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Venison Steak with Whiskey Mushroom Sauce Recipe
Get ready to elevate your venison game with this mouthwatering Venison Steak paired with a rich, savory Whiskey Mushroom Sauce.…
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The Great American Campout: Inside the Vagabonds’ Epic Road Trips
In the early 1900s, four of the most famous names in American history—Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, John Burroughs, and Harvey…
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MAKIN BACON!!! by Montana Grant
Wild game offers many fine cuts of meat. The loins, steaks, roasts, and Butterfly Chops are the best. What is…
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FALL FUN!!! by Montana Grant
Not everyone loves to hunt in the Fall. Some folks enjoy other pastimes and may even pick up a fishing…
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MT Outdoor Podcast Hunting Series: Behind the Scenes in Region 6
The Montana Outdoor Podcast Explores FWP Region 6 For the Best Hunting Opportunities for Elk, Deer, Pronghorn, Birds and More!…
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Cooking with Kokanee Quinn: Maple Bourbon Sauce
This week, Kokanee Quinn dives into the archives and is sharing a saucy sauce for saucy birds! This Maple Bourbon…
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FWP News: Fire restrictions lifted in Yellowstone and Stillwater counties
BILLINGS – County officials have lifted Stage 1 fire restrictions in Yellowstone and Stillwater counties. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks follows the lead…
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Moose Fight!!!
Forget backyard barbecues, this yard in Alaska has been hosting moose MMA matches! The fence that once stood between this…
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SMOKEY BEARS UP!!! by Montana Grant
At 80 years of age, Smokey the Bear is still reminding us to “Please Prevent Forest fires!” Several generations of…
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Possible New MT State Record Smallmouth Caught on Peck
Joshua Johnson from Williston, ND caught a possible new state record smallmouth bass out of Fort Peck. Here is what…
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Cast, Catch and Connect with a Kiddo!
Taking a kid fishing isn’t just about teaching them to cast a line—it’s about sparking a lifelong love for the…
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A Big Sky Experience: Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort
If you’re looking for the perfect escape in Montana, you should check out Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort in the town…
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Weekly Fort Peck Fishing Report by Don Wilkins 9.26.24
Salmon Lots of salmon coming in to the Fort Peck marina bay and Duck Creek bay. We’ve done well this…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 9.26.24
Fresno is 23% full, inflow 5 cfs & outflow is is 39 cfs. Nelson is 79% full with no in…
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SNEAK PEEK: MT Outdoor Podcast Hunting Series: Cracking the Code to Region 6
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale is diving into all the hunting action in Montana’s Region 6!…
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Upper Salmon River Chinook Harvest Report | Fall 2024
The following information is provided by Idaho Fish and Game: The information on this page reflects harvest results for these…
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Brett French reports: A national wolf discussion
People who disagree seem to get angrier easier these days. When it comes to talking about large predators, like wolves,…
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 9.26.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Week 3 Mack Days Update (September 23, 2024) Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs…
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TURKEY VULTURES!!! by Montana Grant
Most of north America has a crew of Nature’s Custodians. Turkey Vultures are Carion eating birds that can be seen…
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Predator at the Door
Some domestic cats bring mice or birds to the door to show off their kill, while some wild cats bring…
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When wolves get too close to Hunters
In wolf news across the country…. Chase Melton, a 19-year-old hunter from Sugar Camp, was out with a couple of…
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FWP News: Fire restrictions lifted on FWP sites in Big Horn County
MILES CITY – Noting decreased dangers from forest and range fires, Big Horn County Commissioners lifted Stage 1 fire restrictions on…
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Respect the Range and Wildlife
Harassing wildlife doesn’t just ruin a peaceful outdoor experience; it can cause stress for the animals and even lead to…
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MODERN WEAPON SECURITY by Montana Grant
Guns, crossbows, pistols, rifles, swords and knives can be dangerous, lethal weapons. There was a time when shooting, hunting, and…
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A Wild Encounter that Makes You Ask “Did that just happen?”
What is the craziest thing you have seen today? Did it compare to this?
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Wildlife being wild
Wildlife is unpredictable and can surprise you at times. You just never know what will happen when wildlife actually approaches…
