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TAKE ME FISHING!!!
When your life partner, kids, or friends are down in the dumps, sad, cranky, and out of sorts, they send…
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THE SECRET STREAM!!!
We all have that secret hot spot that we look forward to fishing. It may be a stream, river, or…
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WHY HIRE A FISHING GUIDE?
Fishing guides are easy to come by in Montana. Many see guiding as Big money. Others are great rowers but…
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LOVEY DOVEY!!!
Dove season is just around the corner. Veteran dove hunters appreciate this fast shooting and tasty game bird. In most…
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Hunting in Montana and other places is being ruined by non-ethical hunters, poachers, and loss of access to public and…
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I always wondered why gutting a critter is called “Dressing”. It does sound better “gutting” but you certainly do…
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TROUT FISHING IS CHANGING!!!
The BEST trout fishing in the world is changing. Blame it on global warming, climate change, overfishing, development, or pollution.…
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RV!!!
Recreational vehicles or “R.V.s” are a great way to comfortably and safely venture into the outdoors. Lewis and Clark would…
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SNACKLE BOX!!!
Outdoorsmen, women, and kids need snacks and treats to keep them fat, happy, and satisfied. Without a goodie box, hunger…
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RECYCLING ROSES!!!
Montanans love their roses and other woody plants. The harsh weather can be devasting to many trees and shrubs. Winters,…
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BREAKING BREAD!!!
Hunting or fish camp meals are fast, tasty, and plenty. The hunters and anglers are tired and hungry after a…
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MASTERING MELONS!!!
Sweet, ripe, full, and tasty melons are a summer treat. Cantaloupe and watermelons are the most common melons that are…
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We have all made some poor choices when afield. Injury or worse can result from not planning, preparing, or considering…
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SNAKE SEASON !!!
Snake time is upon us! Summer means that rattle snakes are active and pose a risk. Fortunately, Rattlers are mainly…
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TROUT HUNTING!!!
Trout hunting season is on! Hunting trout requires a certain strategy, skills, and tackle. Seeing is believing when trout hunting.…
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FLAB INTO FAB!!!
Winters in Montana are LONG!!!! We all tend to gain more than a few pounds. As the winter grows, so…
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OTTER OPPOSITION!!!
The Jefferson River, near the Sappington Bridge, was the site of an Otter Attack. # ladies were tubing down the…
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If Montana Schools teach hunting, archery, or classes that involve firearms, they will be denied federal funds. These federal funds…
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GET THE LEAD OUT!!!
Fishermen use lead to help sink their baits, flies, and lures. The more lead, the deeper the presentation. Lead…
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SMOKIN GOOD!!!
Trout are a salmonid and can be cooked to tasty perfection. Freshwater trout tend to be milder and have a…
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CABELAS!!!
Some outdoorsmen are gear fanatics. They pack along everything but the kitchen sink. When they pack in too much…
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MONTANA GRIT!!!
Big Sky Country has its own special vistas, places, and flavors. Food without spices can be less appealing. There are…
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GAME NAMES!!!
“The Montana hunter steadied for the shot as the “sleuth” came closer. The group of bears would soon be in…
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BIG FLY COUNTRY!!!
Montana is home to several species of nuisance flies. House flies and Horse Flies abound. At this time of year,…
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Wading can be dangerous. Fishermen that wet wade or wear expensive waders, always try to get a little deeper. Their…
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RASH CHOICES!!!
Life can be an ITCH! Humans can get affected by many insects, bugs, snakes, nettles, and other encounters that make…
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OUTDOOR ACCIDENTS!!!
Outdoorsmen and women never plan to get injured, hurt, or stranded when enjoying Outdoor Recreation. Accidents happen when we get…
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BIG SKY BEST?
Big Sky Country is certainly the Last Best Place, but for what? For every person you ask, you will get…
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BEST OF THE BEST!!!
We have all been influenced by great mentors and fishermen. As kids, we were exposed to men and women…
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FAT and HAPPY CAMP MEAL!!!
When hunters return from the hills, they will be hungry. Carbs, meat, pasta, and potatoes will fit their bill and…
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BUBBLE BOBBERS!!!
Back in the day, Bubbles were a modified bobber that we used to fly fish with a spinning rod. You…
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This is the time of year when Big Sky Country Shines. The rain slows, the warmer temperature means comfortable weather.…
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Over the years I have guided boatloads of fishermen. Some were celebrities, many were newbies, and lots of kids. I…
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Great steaks are becoming hard to find in Montana. The best steaks often came from small, family-owned cafes and restaurants.…
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Every fly angler has a ton of their favorite flies. One box may be full of nymphs, another is loaded…
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It seems that aquatic insect and Salmon fly populations are in the decline. This reduction of insects is related to…
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CHEATERS!!!
Fishing used to be about having fun. We all tried to catch a biggun, or a stringer full. Today, tournaments…
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Some wealthy people feel entitled to do whatever they want. Their money and connections give them a free ticket…
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COMPASS FLIP FLOP!!!
Earth is in constant change. Our planet has an orbiting moon, as we both revolve around a dynamic and changing…
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SAVE A FISH!!!
Catch and Release fishing is extremely important to conserve Wild and Native trout fisheries. A great and healthy trout may…
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IS NEW BETTER?
Sportsmen love new stuff. It seems that we never have enough hats, fishing rods, guns, gadgets, garments, and outdoor stuff.…
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GETTING SKUNKED!!!
Every fisherman has a bad day, occasionally. Getting Skunked Stinks! Not catching anything is not an intentional choice. We don’t…
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MONTANA ESCAPE!!!
The trend of people moving to Montana may be changing. According to the National Census numbers, more people are leaving…
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MEN VS. WOMEN FISHING!!!
Competition between men and women seems to be in the news a lot lately. Biological Men are seen as unfair…
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Anyone with a dog knows that shed hair is a problem. Hairy dust bunnies gather in corners of the floor,…
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On July 1st, anyone using Montana State fishing access sites, State Lands, or Wildlife Management Areas will be required to…
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Boating, Camping, Did You Know, Education, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, health, Hunting, Montana GrantBIG FRY COUNTRY!!!
Montana sunbathing smells like frying bacon. Getting a sunburn is easier at higher altitudes. Big Fry Country means that being…
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KNOT KNOWLEDGE !!!
Fishing knots are critical to fishing success. Different knots are required for certain line types, gear, and presentations. Not all…
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I have noticed that many fly guys are fully decked out when fly fishing. In some drift boats, there is…
