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A Western Montana Mountain Buck
Josh Stewart was able to harvest a beauty of buck. Congratulations, Josh!
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As the Season Cools Down on Flathead Lake, Guide Chris Mischke Stays Hot!
Chris Mischke of Big Sky Fishing Charters is still doing great on Flathead Lake. Here is a picture of Chris…
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FWP News: Judge’s order halts wolf trapping and snaring season in most of Montana
HELENA – Wolf trapping and snaring in Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks administrative regions 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5,…
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A very dark grizzly bear and a bull elk kill…or maybe not according to the internet
Have you ever seen a grizzly bear this dark? Wow. This footage is sparking a whole lot of debate on…
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When somebody in California was hiking and encountered bears…
When you think you’re alone, but you’re not…..and then you walk toward a sow and her cubs after they follow…
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“Struttin” with Nate Hosie
We found the perfect song and video to watch in time for Thanksgiving! Have you heard of Nate Hosie? Here…
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Cheddar Jalapeno Turkey Burger
Many people don’t care for wild turkey meat. However, if you are one of the people enjoys it, and you…
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R1: NORTHWEST MONTANA CHECK STATION RESULTS: MONTANA’S GENERAL HUNTING SEASON ENTERS FINAL WEEK
KALISPELL — Montana’s general deer and elk hunting season is wrapping up Nov. 26, 2023. So far this season, more…
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FWP News: ELK SHOT, LEFT TO WASTE NEAR INGOMAR
Elk shot, left to waste near Ingomar MILES CITY – On Nov. 15, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wardens retrieved the…
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R2: ELK HARVEST IS DOWN, DEER ON TRACK HEADING INTO THE FINAL STRETCH OF HUNTING SEASON IN WEST-CENTRAL MONTANA
MISSOULA –With less than a week of general hunting season left, west-central Montana hunters continue to find mild weather conditions…
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R5: Elk harvest up, deer harvest variable in much of south-central Montana for fifth weekend
BILLINGS – The general big game hunting season is nearing the end for 2023. A total of 621 hunters visited check…
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Update 11.21.23
Hi everyone, this is the Upper Salmon River steelhead fishing report for November 21st, 2023. The data for this report…
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ANTLERS IN THE BACK!!! by Montana Grant
Hunting season is when we frequently see antlers, legs, bodies, and other animal parts protruding from the back of Montana…
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FROM THE HORSES MOUTH!!! by Montana Grant
Current, accurate, and legal information has become an important part of outdoor recreation. Regulations and laws are often sketchy, changing,…
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Christmas Tree Hunting in Full Swing, Permits available
Taking a break from big game hunting? You’re in luck because Christmas tree hunting is in full swing! As a…
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FWP News: FWP ENCOURAGED BY EXPERIMENTAL CRAPPIE PRODUCTION
Nearly 10,000 hatchery-reared white crappie stocked at TRR MILES CITY – If all goes well, anglers could reap the benefit of…
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FARM COVER!!! by Montana Grant
It’s funny how wildlife tends to live around old farm tractors and equipment. Maybe it’s just that hunters can remember…
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HUNTING FOR THE BEST HUNTING MOVIES by Montana Grant
Hunting is a “Blood Sport”. Some hunters say that “Hunting is just in their Blood.” Finding ethical and tasteful movies…
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HUNTING CAMP DESSERT!!! by Montana Grant
Every smart Camp Cook knows that the dessert is the most important part of every meal. When the hunters return…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Montana’s Upland Gamebirds with Downrigger Dale and Ken Plourde
Montana’s Upland Gamebirds How are Their Populations Doing? Where to Find Them? Which One Tastes Better Than You Think? And…
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Elk Goulash…You Know You Want to Try It…lol
A perfect fusion of flavors and tender elk meat, this recipe promises a taste experience like no other. You know…
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FWP News: Commission amendment proposed for December agenda item
HELENA – A proposed amendment for an item on the Dec. 14 Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting agenda is available for…
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CWD in YNP!!! by Montana Grant
Sadly, the first case of CWD has been confirmed in Yellowstone Park. Chronic Wasting Disease is 100% fatal to deer,…
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How do YOU do breakfast during hunting season? Tune in to Hunters’ Breakfast!
Tune into Hunters’ Breakfast with the Captain for the latest in fishing and hunting reports for Western and Central Montana this Friday morning…
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Hunter Reported Missing 11.16.23
MISSING HUNTER Reported missing today, 11/16/23 BE ON LOOK OUT FOR THIS PERSON AND VEHICLE. Missing hunter is an adult…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoir Fishing Report by Brian Olson 11.16.23
Fresno is 25% full inflow 85 cfs and outflow 40 cfs. Walleye fishing this week has been poor. Check conditions…
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R7: MILD WEATHER, AMPLE OPPORTUNITY FOR ANTELOPE CLOSER
Mild weather, ample opportunity for antelope closer MILES CITY – Hunters out and about in southeast Montana during the closing weekend…
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R1: NORTHWEST MONTANA CHECK STATION RESULTS: GENERAL HUNTING SEASON DOWN TO FINAL WEEKS
KALISPELL — Signs of the “rut” have emerged in northwest Montana as the general hunting season winds down with less than…
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Brett French reports: Grizzly bear photographed in Missouri Breaks
A grizzly bear, possibly an adult male, was photographed by a game camera in the Missouri Breaks in mid-October. The…
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HUGE North Dakota Bull Taken
Wow. Just when you think you have seen some big bulls! Check out this brute that came out of North…
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Zimmer Tackle Fishing Report by the Macman 11.14.23
Fishermen: Mack Days are over as of Nov 12. Hunting season slows down the fishing of course. Whitefish are biting…
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R5: Busy and warm fourth weekend of general season in south-central Montana
BILLINGS – The fourth weekend of the general big game hunting season brought warm, sunny weather and more hunters than last…
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How Venison is Actually Cooked by a Pro Chef
If you have ever wondered how to make your venison taste like a chef made it, here is your chance…
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Real or Fake Photo?
Here is a photo that was forwarded to us by a follower. A lot of the internet believes it is…
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FWP News: GAME WARDENS SEEK INFORMATION ON MOOSE POACHED ON SUN RIVER WMA
GREAT FALLS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a bull moose that was shot on…
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FWP News: Applications being accepted for the 2024 Montana Master Hunter Program
The Montana Master Hunter Program (MHP) is accepting applications for the 2024 program. Deadline is Nov. 30. Led by One Montana, the MHP is for hunters…
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FWP News: Deadline for public comment on proposed hunting regulations is November 21
Comment also being accepted for other commission agenda items Comment also being accepted for other commission agenda items HELENA – The…
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Creamy Elk Mac and Cheese Recipe
Add some flavor to your macaroni and cheese with this creamy elk mac and cheese recipe:
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2023 Fall Mack Days Final Results
The 2023 Fall Mack Days Fishing Event on Flathead Lake sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes is in…
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LEVERAGE!!! by Montana Grant
Lever action rifles are very popular. More big game have been tagged with a lever action rifle than semi-autos, bolt…
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Hunting with Your Non-Hunting Wife Can be Interesting
When your non-hunting wife wants to spend time with you hunting….
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Big Bull Taken Near Billings
Jim Majerus of Billings shot a very impressive bull elk this past week. Congratulations, Jim!
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 11.12.23
Email us your weekly fishing report to include it in this Montana fishing report compilation before the end of the day on…
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DEER CHESAPEAKE RECIPE!!! by Montana Grant
Each year I like to share my favorite and most popular Deer, Elk, Moose, or Antelope recipe. Any wild big…
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Luck… by Montana Grant
Luck happens when preparation, practice, and opportunity come together. It doesn’t just happen. Whether we are talking about hunting, fishing,…
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LEFTY!!! by Montana Grant
Lefty Kreh was an amazing fisherman. He was born in Maryland and loved fishing and hunting. Many of the great…
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UNCLE BUCK!!! by Montana Grant
Bird dogs are the best! My son in law has a Brittany that he named “BUCK”. He was not always…



