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Idaho angler’s state record tiger trout catch removed from record books
In June of 2023, Idaho Fish and Game released a congratulatory press release to Kody King of Montpelier for catching…
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STREAM ACCESS in MONTANA!!! by Montana Grant
Montana is blessed to have an access law that allows anglers, boaters, hikers, and others to gain access to our…
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.12.24
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 12, 2024. The data included in this…
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FWP News: Partial closure lifted at Gritty Stone Fishing Access Site
BILLINGS – A partial closure that was in place at Gritty Stone Fishing Access Site (FAS) has been lifted and the site is…
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FWP News: Mussel-fouled boat intercepted at Anaconda inspection station
HELENA – Montana’s first mussel-fouled watercraft of the year was intercepted at the Anaconda watercraft inspection station on March 10. The…
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Flying fish!
You just never know what can happen when you’re fishing…especially in salt water. Check out how close this tarpon passed…
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When a snowmobile ride turns scary
Snowmobile safety is paramount for enjoying winter adventures responsibly. Before hitting the trails, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with local…
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SMOKIN!!! by Montana Grant
Smoked fish is a tasty way to enjoy your catch. There is an art to smoking fish correctly, but once…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.11.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a…
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Annual Leonard Lawver Memorial Kids Fishing Day at Laurel Pond, Jun 1
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 1st, and join us at Laurel Pond for our annual Kids Fishing Day! The…
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Gum wrapper + battery = fire
You can ignite a fire using common, everyday items you might have with you in case of being stranded. For…
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FISHING NAKED!!! by Montana Grant
With the warm weather of Spring, Montanans will shed the snow, ice, and more. For some reason, I have seen…
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SPRING FORWARD!!! by Montana Grant
Daylight Savings Time is on Sunday, March 10th. We will need to set our clocks forward by one hour. Most…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Imagine Getting Paid for Every Lake Trout You Catch!
Yes, That’s Possible! And it Can Add Up to a Whole Lot of Money! This week on the Montana Outdoor…
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Cooking with Kokanee Quin: Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Pheasant
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate flavor explosion: bacon-wrapped pheasant stuffed with creamy cheese. Kokanee Quin…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 3.7.24
Fresno is 25% full. This weeks cold weather has helped ice conditions. Fish the deeper and clearer areas of the…
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Brett French reports: Moose migrating to southeastern Montana
Hunters’ ears may have perked up when they heard Region 7 in southeastern Montana will be offering one moose tag…
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Easy Venison Spaghetti
Made with lean and flavorful venison meat, this hearty wild game dish is simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused…
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WHY BUY A NEW HUNTING/FISHING LICENSE? by Montana Grant
It’s that time of year when we need to get a new sporting license. Like it or not, a fishing/hunting…
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CATCH A NEW CHALLENGE!!! by Montana Grant
The most important things that we learn are the things we learn after we learn everything! Anglers, and outdoor sportsmen…
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Boating Etiquette
Hey boaters! It’s still winter in Montana, but open water is showing up in some places. With spring on the…
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Row vs Wade: The Proper Etiquette Between Wading and Drift Boat/Raft Anglers by Neal Cote
On any river here in Western Montana, as well as everywhere across the state, anglers share a common pursuit. However,…
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Fall-Run Chinook Salmon Fry Succumb to Gas Bubble Disease in California’s Klamath River
In news to our west…. In a recent press release, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife reported that fall-run…
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Wolverine reintroduction bill is introduced through Colorado Legislature
Colorado sure has things happening. They recently introduced wolves to the state, and now they are focusing on wolverines. According…
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Woman attacked by bear in her yard lives to talk about it
Bear attacks are seemingly becoming more common in the news, and that is also true back east. A Pennsylvania woman…
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TASTE FOR ONE!!! by Montana Grant
If you had to eat just one species of Montana fish, what would it be? There could be only one.…
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Chillin with the fish: A young ice angler’s resillience
You know you’re doing something right when you take the little one out ice fishing, and one leg falls in…
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Tennessee Poaching Results in Lifetime Hunting Bans
According to a press release from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, two Greene County men, Shelby Gene Church and Gene…
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FWP News: FWP gearing up for a new watercraft inspection station season
Some stations will open this weekend HELENA – Several watercraft inspection stations begin operation in early March to check snowbird boat…
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The things you see in Montana during ice fishing season…
You just never know what you will see at Canyon Ferry during ice fishing season….lol On a safety note for…
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Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast and Mack Days Meet
Check out this week’s Montana Outdoor Podcast sneak peek! Host Downrigger Dale sits down with CSKT Fisheries Specialist, Cindy Benson,…
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Well, hello there…
Wouldn’t this be a great sight if you lived in a house in an area that allowed you to hunt…
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FWP News: Hunter and Bowhunter Education classes, field days offered in south-central Montana
BILLINGS – Hunter and Bowhunter Education in-person classes and field days will be offered in several locations in south-central Montana this…
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When a deer doesn’t want to be touched…
Overall, while deer are generally quiet animals, they use a variety of vocalizations and noises to communicate with each other,…
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FWP News: Mule Deer Hunting Changes
As you apply for licenses and permits for the 2024 hunting season, we’d like to highlight some changes for mule…
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What not to do on a snowmobile
If you’re in an area with snow and are planning a snowmobile trip, then we suggest you try to avoid…
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FWP News: Still spots available for this cool education opportunity!
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a youth education event at this year’s Montana Taxidermist’s Association Convention in Billings…
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.5.24
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for March 5, 2024. The data included in this…
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FWP News: Hunting for male mountain lions closes in Lion Management Units 100 and 445
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions has closed in Lion Management Units…
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FLOWER POWER!!! by Montana Grant
Wildflowers are a big part of the beauty in Big Sky Country. There are a few early Spring flowers that…
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 3.4.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (March 4, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam.…
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FWP News: Hunting for mountain lions to close in lion management units 270 and 313
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU)…
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When cool tricks have bad timing…
There is something so cool to watch people doing their thing with their skills…such as skiing. Watching people jump and…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.4.24
Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a…
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FWP News: Review process for fishing regulations to begin soon
Public meetings to be held around state HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host public meetings in each region…
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FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 391
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU)…
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FWP News: Trapping for all otters to close in Region 2
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping of all otters will close in Region 2 the evening…
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The TRAIL to BIG SKY COUNTRY!!! by Montana Grant
What brings people to Montana? What brought you to Montana? Why do people return to Montana? Why do people leave…
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SLOP, GARBAGE, GOOP and SEWAGE!!! by Montana Grant
Outdoorsmen and women invent some unique and different meals when afield. After a long day on the water, in the…
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SIT ON IT!!! by Montana Grant
Fishing and hunting often require great patience. There can be a long time between seeing antlers or a few bites.…
