Author: Moosetrack Megan

On February 19, 2023, at 6:24 pm, Gallatin County dispatch received a call for a stranded snowmobiler near Storm Castle.…

Flathead Range, Swan Range and Glacier National Park: An Avalanche Warning is in effect. New snow and blowing snow are creating dangerous avalanche conditions.…

Idaho Fish and Game received a report of dogs harassing and attacking elk in the Chubbuck area. A Conservation Officer…

Some bears aren’t in hibernation. Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks reports grizzly bear tracks were reported in Helmville last week.

Missoula, MT, Jan. 20, 2023—The Missoula Ranger District is asking for public feedback on the proposed Granite Graves Shaded Fuelbreak Project located…

MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – How would you like to work, learn, play and grow in Yellowstone’s wonderland? Yellowstone National Park…

MISSOULA, MT, Feb. 13—The Missoula Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) is now accepting project proposals for 2023. The project submission deadline…

By Ian Withrow, UM News Service FLATHEAD LAKE – With each passing year, climate change alters characteristics and increases temperatures of mountain…

BOZEMAN, Mont., February 6, 2023 – Following nearly three months of abundant precipitation across much of Montana, weather patterns changed in…

From the National Rebpulican Senatorial Committee NRSC Chair Steve Daines is currently suspended from Twitter. The company claims Chairman Daines violated their policies against…

By Raequel Roberts, UM News Service MISSOULA – For an animal whose population barely tops 2,000, Montana’s grizzly bears hold an outsized presence…

KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on three deer found shot and wasted in the…

BELGRADE – A Hunter Education class is scheduled to take place in Belgrade this month. The classroom course will be…

If you are an angler looking for somewhere to fish, consider the 2023 Spring Mack Days Fishing Event on Flathead…

DILLON – As part of a multi-year Targeted Elk Brucellosis Surveillance Project, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) staff recently…

Congressman Zinke Reacts to The USFWS Delisting Grizzly Bears from ESA Protections   Today, Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke reacted to the…

U.S. CONGRESS – U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Representatives Matt Rosendale and Ryan Zinke sent a letter urging the Biden administration…

Hamilton, MT, February 2 — Even though spring doesn’t arrive until next month, the Stevensville Ranger District is reminding everyone of…

Kalispell, MT February 3, 2023 – Beginning Tuesday, February 21, 2023, the West Side Reservoir Road, Forest Road #895, along the west side…

Race reputed to be one of the toughest Iditarod and Yukon Quest qualifiersCASCADE, Idaho (Feb. 3, 2023) — With Montana…

ENVER — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has completed the initial review of three petitions filed to remove the grizzly…

KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public input on efforts to benefit native westslope cutthroat trout in tributaries…

NEW STUDY FINDS HUMANS CAUSE MORE DESTRUCTIVE WILDFIRES IN THE WEST MISSOULA – More than three times as many houses and…

From the Center for Western Priorities DENVER—Western lawmakers and leaders are rallying behind a disingenuous argument to solve the housing…

Prizes for winning photos include a $300 grand prize, Mystery Ranch and Patagonia packs, Oboz footwear, and more.   Helena,…

WEST GLACIER, Mont. [January 30, 2023] – Glacier National Park reminds visitors that 2023 vehicle reservations become available on Recreation.gov starting February 1,…

From the The Center for Biological Diversity GREAT FALLS, Mont.— Conservationists sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today seeking protections for…

Thank you to everyone who attended our January public engagement events – we had great participation for our first webinars,…

HELENA – Landowners have until March 15 to submit applications to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for enrollment in the Unlocking…

The results of the new Idaho Sled Dog Challenge event for mushers new to the sport or running new sled dog teams — the Warm Lake…

BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WARNING   The Flathead Avalanche Center in Hungry Horse has issued a BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WARNING for the following…

If you are looking to spectate a wild show this week, you might want to stop by Whitefish or Lewistown.…

from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation MISSOULA, Mont. — Critical financial help is on the way for researchers and game…

BILLINGS, Montana — As part of its ongoing effort to support responsible renewable energy development on public lands, the Bureau of…

Missoula, Mont., Jan. 5, 2023—The Lolo National Forest and Plan Revision Team will start the new year by launching a series of public…

Ashland, MT – January 18, 2023 – A draft Decision Notice is available for the Ashland Ranger District, Custer Gallatin National…

Come experience the national parks! On five days in 2023, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee…

Notice from Montana Department of Livestock This is a Public Notice of requirement to obtain an aerial hunting permit to…

HELENA, Mont. — Governor Greg Gianforte today announced a $3 million investment to fund projects to improve forest health and…

HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today directed Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) to develop a new wolf management…

CASCADE, Idaho (Jan. 9, 2023) — The Idaho Sled Dog Challenge is returning to the West Central Mountains of Idaho…

HELENA, Mont.— Senator Steve Hinebauch, R-Wibaux, is a sponsoring a bill to help maintain and increase hunters’ access to private land through…

Editor’s note: This report describes snowpack conditions from winter 2022-2023. For current Montana snowpack data, visit the Montana Snow Survey…

Missoula, Mont., Jan. 5, 2023—The Lolo National Forest and Plan Revision Team will start the new year by launching a…

An official North American Ice Fishing Circuit event, the West Yellowstone / Hebgen Lake Tournament on January 6-8, 2023 is…

There are several exciting events happening on and around the Hebgen Lake Ranger District in West Yellowstone this weekend! All…

MISSOULA  — A Superior man who admitted to setting fires on Forest Service lands was sentenced today to a term…

Helena, MT — Montana hunters and anglers are invited to attend ‘Elk Camp at the Capitol’ on Tuesday, January 24 at…

Editor’s note: This article was originally published in January 2023 when outfitters were seeking a replacement shuttle service. The situation…

From the CSKT Bison Range: As we start another year at the Bison Range, we would like to thank all…