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Big Hole River Foundation Joins Forces with Save Wild Trout
BHRF officially joins forces with Save Wild Trout – an exciting merger that will allow for the expansion of BHRF’s…
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Temporary Closure on West Rosebud Road (#2072) for New Bridge Installation Across Chicken Creek
The Beartooth Ranger District will temporarily close a section of Forest Road 2072, known as West Rosebud Road, from April 22 to…
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Montana mine one of 10 projects advanced by Trump administration
A proposed Montana mine is one of 10 projects being expedited by the Trump administration to advance domestic critical minerals…
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20TH ANNUAL PADDLING FILM FEST WORLD TOUR TWO WEEKS AWAY
The Paddling Film Festival is an international adventure film tour presenting the world’s best paddling films of the year -…
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Three bears killed after woman bitten, dragged from porch
The bears reportedly had previously broken into a vehicle to access groceries and damaged it so badly it was totaled.
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California spends millions on gray wolf expansion efforts
Since 2022, CDFW has awarded or approved $3.1 million in compensation for livestock loss es, for indirect impacts of wolf…
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Forest Service Announces Hiring of Firefighters
Up to 50 Permanent Firefighter and Fire Management Positions Available Regionally.
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Grizzly bear killed in encounter near Dupuyer
The man was searching for antlers on a brushy hillside when he first saw a bear. As he was leaving…
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Kalispell man found guilty on seven criminal counts related to poaching crimes
Carr was convicted of two counts of unlawful possession of wildlife, two counts of hunting or killing an overlimit of…
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BLM reminds recreational shooters to prioritize safety and fire prevention on public lands
With warmer spring weather drawing more people outdoors, the Bureau of Land Management is reminding the public to follow safe…
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Two Men Sentenced in Largest-Ever Bird Mount Trafficking Case in U.S. History
$900,000 Fine is One of the Largest Ever Ordered for an Endangered Species Act Case. Waldrop amassed an extensive collection…
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Annual survey shows increase in gray wolf packs in Washington, decrease in overall minimum wolf count
As of Dec. 31, 2024, WDFW and partnering tribes counted 230 wolves (a 9% decrease from 2023) in 43 packs…
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Bridger Aerospace Awarded Exclusive-Use Contract by State of Montana for Innovative Wildfire Detection Aircraft
Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. (“Bridger” or “Bridger Aerospace”) (NASDAQ: BAER, BAERW), announced today that, after participating in a competitive…
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Flathead National Forest seeks public input on Holland Lake Lodge special use authorization application
The Flathead National Forest announced the acceptance of the special use authorization application for Holland Lake Lodge, allowing the potential…
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BOLO: Gallatin County asks for help in locating hiker missing since fall
As more and more people venture outside to enjoy our spring weather, Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from…
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Seattle woman sentenced to 7 days incarceration for approaching Old Faithful
Ms. Flaherty left the boardwalk and viewing area surrounding Old Faithful geyser and walked approximately 10 feet onto the cone…
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More than 150,000 geese push through Freezout Lake on Thursday, Friday
Earlier this week, bird counters noted on the Freezout Lake Wildlife Management Area’s migration tracker that the migration numbers had…
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BLM to increase fees at recreation sites across Montana
Read this before you head out this spring. Some fee increases already went into effect April 1, 2025.
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Interior Secretary directs National Park Service to keep parks open and staffed
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum issued an order late Thursday that directs the National Park Service to ensure the National Park…
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Secretary Rollins Announces Sweeping Reforms to Protect National Forests and Boost Domestic Timber Production
More than 112 million acres are now under an emergency declaration meant to boost American timber production by 25%.
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BLM reports damage at Acton Recreation Area
The Billings Field Office staff has seen an increase in activities occurring at Acton Recreation Area which have caused a…
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Nearly 90 Morgan horses up for adoption in Madison County
Are you looking to adopt a four-legged buddy to enjoy the outdoors with? Nearly 90 Morgan horses are coming up…
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Ross Creek Cedars Nature Trail closed until September
A closure is anticipated to be in effect in the area from April through September 2025.
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Study finds mercury contamination in the Rocky Mountains
A new study finds that mines in the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, and Montana are likely the source of mercury and other…
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Man sentenced to week in jail for parking on Yellowstone thermal area
Is this sentence too much? Or too little?
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MSU Extension’s Schutter Lab identifies first known blacklegged tick in Montana
For the first time, specialists in Montana have identified a blacklegged tick in the state, a species that can carry and transmit Lyme…
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2025 Migratory Bird Stamp announced
FWP launched the Migratory Bird Stamp contest in 2024 to help raise additional awareness and appreciation for wetlands conservation and…
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Montana House Set to Vote on Resolution Supporting Federal Land Transfer
Here’s the Montana Wildlife Federation’s take on the proposed bill, but what is yours?
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Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area antler hunter vehicle registration opens April 1
In a continued effort to improve safety on opening day at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Blackfoot-Clearwater Wildlife Management Area…
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Coyote attacks on people, including children, continue in Washington
You might remember back in January, when we reported that a 5-year-old boy was attacked and dragged by a coyote…
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Public notice: BIA considers spraying 2,000 acres, reservoir draw down to control EWM in Pablo Reservoir
Public comments are being accepted through April 3rd for a proposal that would allow for the drawdown of Pablo Reservoir…
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Mules at UM to Promote Summer Programming
The U.S. Forest Service Northern Region Pack Train of mules will again be at the University of Montana Oval at…
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Commission to consider closing bighorn sheep hunting in HD 622
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold an emergency public meeting Monday, March 31 to consider closing bighorn sheep…
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Butte Ranger District issues special order banning pallets/construction debris
The Butte Ranger District of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest has implemented a Special Order prohibiting the possession or storage of…
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FWP releases final Montana Wolf Management Plan
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks released the 2025 Montana Gray Wolf Conservation and Management Plan today, wrapping up an extensive…
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SHOWDOWN: City of Whitefish vs. FWP over proposed trail near Whitefish River
“Our hard-working biologists concluded this project would have long-term adverse impacts to the Whitefish River’s bed, banks, and fishery.”
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BLM seeks campground hosts for summer
The BLM is recruiting for locations like Divide Bridge Campground, Clark’s Bay Day Use Area, Devil’s Elbow Campground, White Sandy…
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Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument campgrounds, facilities gear up for springtime visitors
The new boat ramp was constructed at the upriver end of the campground and has room for both jet boat…
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Forest Service Chief Schultz announces acting regional forester for Northern Region
USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz today announced Kristin Bail will serve as acting regional forester for the Northern Region, effective March 31,…
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Hyalite Canyon Recreation Corridor to Temporarily Close to Motorized Vehicles for Spring Break Up Starting April 1
The annual spring closure of Hyalite Canyon Recreation Corridor to all motorized vehicles will begin on April 1st through May 15th, with anticipated…
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Man found dead in Lincoln County believed to have gotten stuck in snow, tried to walk out
Even if things are starting to thaw, remember to keep an emergency kit and warming materials in your car.
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Southfork Clearwater Localized Broodstock End of Program Report: Another successful year!
The largest fish sampled during the program was an eligible 38.2” male on February 27, and the average tubed fish…
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DNRC announces the auction of one cabin site in Missoula County
Nestled on the shores of Seeley Lake, Montana, this waterfront cabin site offers the perfect setting for your dream retreat.…
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Moose family relocated
Game officials have received several calls about moose wandering among houses, on roads, and near an elementary school.
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Alabama man convicted in 25-year-old Wyoming wildlife case
An Alabama man was recently convicted in a decades-old wildlife case after failing to appear in court for more than…
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Selway River Corridor Damage
The Bitterroot National Forest is warning boaters of damage to the Selway River corridor following a severe wind event last…
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Backcountry Hunters & Anglers weighs in on favorable corner crossing ruling
BHA: The legal precedent for the Tenth Circuit decision is limited to a few states.
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Federal appeals court rules corner crossing is legal
The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on Tuesday that corner crossing is legal, so long as you do…
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FWP seeks comment on 2025–2026 Migratory Bird Regulations and 2026–2030 federal zones and splits for Montana
Based on public feedback, FWP is proposing a change to Central Flyway Zones to affect Sweet Grass and Stillwater counties,…
