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Rare Mountain Lion Carcass Discovered in Arkansas
A mountain lion was found deceased in the Sylamore Wildlife Management Area in northern Stone County, Arkansas. The adult male…
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FWP News: Wolf hunting season closes in Region 3
The wolf hunting season in Region 3 will close a half hour after sunset on Monday, Feb. 19. The order…
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FLY READY!!! by Montana Grant
Fly fishing has been around for centuries. The first fly rods were made of slender sticks or bamboo. Reels held…
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OFFAL FISH!!! by Montana Grant
Fish guts are a by product of cleaning fish. The fish’s insides, skin, head, and fins need to be disposed…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Glendive, MT Gets Locked and Loaded
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to Andy Mansoor, CEO of Brixtel Defense along…
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YOUR FAVORITE PART!!! by Montana Grant
Fishermen are certainly hooked, addicted, and connected to their sport. There are many things to celebrate about the sport of…
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FWP News: Trapping for all marten has closed for all regions
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping of all marten has closed for all regions on Thursday, Feb.…
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FWP News: Trapping and hunting for all bobcats to close in Regions 1 and 2
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the trapping and hunting of all bobcats has closed in Regions 1…
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FWP News: New hunting, fishing and conservation license year begins March 1
Deer and elk permit application deadline is April 1 HELENA – The new license year opens March 1, which means that…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.16.24
Fresno is 22% full. For best results fish the remaining basin areas, near the dam may be your best bet.…
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Grizzly bears in Florida?
People move to places like Florida because there aren’t grizzly bears there–oh, but there are. Take a look at this:…
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WHAT A HOOT!!! by Montana Grant
Owls are a Montana thing. To the native peoples, owls had magical powers. The sight of an owl during the…
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 2.15.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Hell Creek General Recreation Information (February 15, 2024) Click here: www.HellCreekRecreation.com CLICK HERE for Hell Creek webcam.…
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Dog Survives Mountain Lion Attack in Yard
This is not something any dog owner wants to see or hear. A dog in its own backyard was attacked…
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2023-2024 Fishing License Valid through February
Reminder to purchase your 2024-2025 fishing license. Your 2023-2024 fishing license is valid for the rest of February.
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Glendive Gets Locked and Loaded
This week, on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale speaks with Andy Mansoor, CEO of Brixtel Defense along with two…
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DYING ON THE ICE!!! by Montana Grant
No fish is worth dying over. The same is true when talking about hunting, backpacking, or any outdoor recreation adventure.…
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Brett French reports: Upland bird proposals draw many comments
Amendments that would delay nonresident upland game bird hunting and dog training in Montana drew pages of comments from hunters.…
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Venison Lasagna, Anybody?
Indulge in a twist on a classic favorite with this Venison Lasagna recipe. Savor the wild game essence in every…
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FWP News: MONTANA STATE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD TO MEET FEBRUARY 26
HELENA – The Montana State Parks and Recreation Board will meet virtually through Zoom on Feb. 26 at 9:30 a.m. The meeting…
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FWP News: Wolf trapping season set to close Feb. 15 in much of Montana
Closure mandated by court order, appeal pending HELENA – Wolf trapping season is set to close in Montana Fish, Wildlife…
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Foiled! by Montana Grant
Aluminum foil is a wonderful and versatile product. It is produced in rolls but can be folded and flattened. I…
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Bizarre string of events involving fish and tape result in juvenile facing legal actions
Imagine if you stopped at an ATM machine to grab some cash an discovered a fish taped to the screen…that…
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FWP News: FWP reopens public comment period for draft grizzly bear and wolf management plans
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is reopening the public comment period for the 2024 Grizzly Bear Management Plan and…
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Whitetail buck vs. coyote
While interactions between whitetail bucks and coyotes are not uncommon, bucks typically use their antlers and size to intimidate rather…
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Getting your boat in the water is not easy for everybody…
There is a checklist of things you need to be aware of when you’re backing your boat into the water…
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WHERE TO GO!? by Montana Grant
As we survive the Winter chill, many of us need to be thinking about Where To Go! I am not…
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2024 Spring Mack Days-Just one month away!
Up to $225,000 in Cash and Prizes sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes will be awarded in the…
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When you unexpectedly capture cool footage
Have you ever been filming something, and, all of the sudden, something happens that puts you at the right time…
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FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet virtually February 16
HELENA – The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting scheduled for Feb. 16 will be held virtually only. The meeting will…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.12.24
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: FWP announces changes to the reservation processes at state parks
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will implement changes this year to the reservation process for state park sites. The…
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FWP News: Hunting for mountain lions closes in Lion Management Units 204, 304, 421 and 448
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of mountain lions will close or have already closed in…
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Do Herbivores Eat Meat? The Answer May Surprise You
Deer eating bird eggs? It happens. Here’s why herbivores sometimes consume meat — and what drives this bizarre feeding behavior…
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MOONIACS!!! by Montana Grant
Earth’s moon is an amazing thing. The orbiting satellite impacts our electromagnetic fields, tides, weather, and calendar. Throughout time, people…
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LIVING SHORELINES!!! by Montana Grant
Watersheds in Montana are being used and loved to death. People are buying watershed property before any other land. Once…
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THE BEST FISH CHOWDER!!! by Montana Grant
Years ago, I remember watching a movie at school about catching fish in the Great Lakes. The Icemen were using…
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Sanders County Ice Angler Recovery Efforts in Progress
Please see the alert below from the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office: On 02/08/2024 a male that was ice fishing and…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: You are About to be Guided Through the Woods Like You Have Never Been Before!
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to Cory Medlinger of Superior Hardwoods of Montana…
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New wolf pack in California formally named
In case you haven’t heard, there is a new wolf pack in California. Here is what CDFW posted on YouTube…
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Pulled Canada Goose Sandwich
How about some pulled pork….wait! Let’s try some some Canada goose instead!
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FWP News: TEACHERS INVITED TO AQUATIC EDUCATION WORKSHOP IN WEST GLACIER
KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting a free aquatic education workshop for teachers this spring in West Glacier.…
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SPRING TURKEY TIME IS … by Montana Grant
Just around the corner. One of the main challenges for Tom Turkey success is realistic calling. The best turkey call…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 2.8.24
Fresno is 22% full. Fish the basin area of the lake for best results. The dam portion is fishing the…
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Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast talks with Superior Hardwoods of MT
If you have heard of Superior Hardwoods of Montana, but you haven’t actually learned about what they offer, you definitely…
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Brett French reports: Fort Peck Dam water releases possible
This spring, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers may conduct its test releases of water from Fort Peck Dam. The…
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FWP News: Smith River permit application deadline is February 14
Changes in place for 2024 float season Correction: Link to FWP-approved, portable, hard-sided toilets list has been updated Changes in place…
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Thirsty Thursday: SUPER Simple Camping Cocktail
It’s Thirsty Thursday, and the simpler the camping drink, the better. If you are short on space, grab a bottle…
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When Snail Mail Leads to Solving Deer Poaching Case
Whether it’s through personal interactions, dispatch reports, social media posts, phone tips, or even traditional written letters, every lead sent…
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Elephant Attacks Tourist Vehicle
Imagine if Yellowstone National Park had elephants that the tourists were approaching like they do bison, bears and elk. It’s…
