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Hyalite Canyon Road Opening Delayed for Priority Road Maintenance
Bozeman, MT (May 13, 2024) — The opening of Hyalite Canyon Road has been delayed and is now scheduled for noon on Friday, May 17th. This adjustment comes after the…
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$5 million invested to strengthen the wood products economy across Montana
MISSOULA, Mont., May 14, 2024 — Today, the USDA Forest Service announced it is investing more than $5 million in eight proposals across Montana to increase the capacity of…
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13,000 Acres of Timberlands Permanently Protected by Trust for Public Land
Kalispell, MT – Trust for Public Land (TPL), in partnership with Green Diamond Resource Company (GDRC) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), today announced the permanent protection of…
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People That Get “Too Close” Are Everywhere…
Yellowstone National Park isn’t the only place where people ignore rules. These people are everywhere…even on the beaches of Mexico. Nevermind the sharks–don’t mess with the beach bulls! Just a…
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When Your Cat Is Not Your Cat…
From cozy catnaps to impromptu bear dens, our domestic pet beds are finding unexpected occupants in them from the wild. It seems that wildlife has discovered the comfort of our…
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Deer swept away at Niagara Falls
When a deer makes a bad decision and ends up in a really bad place….
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 5.13.24
Canyon Ferry: Rainbows fishing from shore has slowed down as the fish have moved into deeper water. Boat anglers caught a few rainbows on crankbaits. The walleye action is getting good around…
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Injured hiker survived night in snow shelter in Hyalite Canyon
On May 11, 2024, at 8:04 AM, Gallatin County 911 Dispatch was notified of an overdue mountain biker/hiker, likely in the area of Hyalite Canyon who had been expected to…
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Flathead National Forest Campgrounds Prepare to Open for the Summer Season
Kalispell, MT, May 9, 2024 — Camping season is right around the corner here on the Flathead National Forest. The Flathead has 31 developed campgrounds that provide a range of…
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Fish Populations Bump Up in Big Hole; Good Water Year and Hard Work Paying Off
Wise River, MT – After six years of declining wild trout populations culminating in historic lows last year across the Jefferson Basin, initial 2024 fish population counts by Montana Fish,…
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Corps Approves another Lake Level Variation
Polson, Montana — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) approved another request from Energy Keepers, Inc (EKI) to deviate from the Flood Risk Management Plan by allowing for higher…
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Three bears euthanized in Missoula
MISSOULA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks trapped and euthanized three black bears today in Missoula that were responsible for repeated conflicts in Missoula neighborhoods. The conflicts began last fall…
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FWP News: Drawing results for moose, sheep, goat and bison now available
HELENA – Curious to know if you were successful in the drawings for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison licenses? The wait is over. The drawings are complete. There are…
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Low Snow Year in Montana Results in Below Normal Water Supply Forecasts for the Upcoming Season
BOZEMAN, Mont., May 7, 2024 – Well above normal precipitation during April was needed given the meager snowpack conditions experienced this year. Total monthly precipitation was above normal last month…
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FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 510
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears will close in Black Bear Management Unit (BMU) 510 one-half hour after sunset on Thursday, May…
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Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reports slight increase in park visits for 2023
HELENA – The outdoor opportunities at Montana’s state parks are no secret to those who like to recreate. Last year, more than 3.1 million visitors took advantage of the hiking,…
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FWP News: Hunting for all black bears to close in Black Bear Management Unit 700
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting with hounds of all black bears will close in Black Bear Management Unit (BMU) 700 one-half hour after sunset…
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FWP News: Bowhunter Education course scheduled at Billings Rod and Gun Club
Registration open until Friday, May 10 BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has scheduled an in-person Bowhunter Education course at the Billings Rod and Gun Club from May 17-19. Online…
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UM LEADS WITH FISHERIES EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
By Emily Senkosky and Elizabeth Harrison UM News Service MISSOULA – Whether it’s strapping into wetsuits to snorkel for data or bringing the lab streamside to sample fish, the University of…
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Termination Order: Spring Road Closures on Libby Ranger District
The spring road closure that was in effect on the Libby Ranger District has been terminated (view termination here) and the roads listed on the original order 01-14-05-24-01 are now open to…
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Helena-Lewis and Clark Resource Advisory Committee to convene May 9
HELENA, Mont. – May 3, 2024 — On May 9 the Helena-Lewis and Clark Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will meet to review project proposals that provide substantial benefits to National Forest…
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Notice of Intent to Conduct Mineral Exploration
Hamilton, MT — The Bitterroot National has received a Notice of Intent (NOI) to conduct mineral exploration from U.S. Critical Materials within their registered lode claims in the Sheep Creek location…
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Feeding wildlife is never a good idea…regardless of how you do it
Feeding wildlife might seem like a kind gesture, but it’s important to remember that it can do more harm than good. Not only does it disrupt natural feeding patterns, but…
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Vandal poisons thousands of young salmon
REEDSPORT, Ore. — Nearly 18,000 young salmon died after a vandal poured bleach into a Douglas County fish hatchery tank on Monday, according to law enforcement authorities. What may have…
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Man approached bison too closely in Yellowstone National Park and was injured
A 40-year-old male, Clarence Yoder, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, approached a bison too closely (within 25 yards) on the afternoon of April 21, 2024, and was injured by the bison.…
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FWP SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR TRAIL PROJECT ON WILD HORSE ISLAND ON FLATHEAD LAKE
KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking volunteers for a trail maintenance project on Wild Horse Island on Flathead Lake in May. FWP is planning to spend a half-day…
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BLM issues decision on Left Coulee Access
SOUTH BLAINE COUNTY, Mont. – Bureau of Land Management officials signed a Decision Record and Finding of No Significant Impact for a travel plan amendment opening a 0.6-mile primitive road in…
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Application Deadline for Moose, Sheep, Goat, Bison Approaching
Reminder! The deadline to apply for moose, sheep, goat, and bison permits is May 1st (because “May the 4th be with you” is too late). For Elk B, Deer B,…
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Creamy Wild Turkey Veggie Pasta
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with a Creamy Wild Turkey Veggie Pasta recipe! Packed with savory flavors, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking…
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Clark Fork River produces new state record Westslope cutthroat trout
Post Falls angler releases record trout Congratulations to Daniel Whitesitt of Post Falls, Idaho on landing a new Catch-and-Release state record for Westslope Cutthroat Trout. Daniel hooked the lunker trout…
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Governor Gianforte Celebrates Opening of Public Archery Range in Big Arm
BIG ARM, Mont. – Today, Governor Greg Gianforte and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP) Director Dustin Temple celebrated the formal opening of a new public archery range at Flathead…
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“Bird Day” celebration scheduled for May 4 at Spring Meadow State Park
HELENA, Mont. – April 16, 2024 — This year’s celebration of World Migratory Bird Day will take place at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Montana WILD and Spring Meadow Lake State…
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Seasonal Roads Opening Today on Seeley Lake Ranger District
Seeley Lake, Mont., April 19, 2024 – The seasonal roads designated to open May 1 on the Seeley Lake Ranger District on the Lolo National Forest are now open. “With the…
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A long trip home: One steelhead’s journey to the Potlatch River
It’s springtime in Idaho, and that means adult steelhead are returning to their birthplace to spawn the next generation of fish. Steelhead are an anadromous fish, meaning they are born…
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UM Launches Campaign to Build Environment and Conservation Hub
MISSOULA – The University of Montana Foundation and the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation announce the launch of “Treasure Montana: Cultivating Our Tomorrow,” a fundraising campaign to safeguard and sustain…
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Reminder to turn in Kootenai River creel packets by May 1 for a chance to win prizes!
Idaho Fish and Game is reminding burbot anglers on the Kootenai River to turn in their creel packets by May 1 to be entered into a free raffle for some…
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Adenovirus Hemorrhagic Disease suspected as culprit in Upper Snake moose mortalities
Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has investigated a recent surge in moose mortalities across the Upper Snake Region. Upon examination of the deceased animals, IDFG suspects Adenovirus Hemorrhagic…
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Grizzly bear euthanized due to cattle depredation in Washakie County
A grizzly bear was euthanized Monday after confirmed cattle depredation on private land south of Ten Sleep. On April 14, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department investigated a report of…
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Opening Day Spring Turkey
Justin Dyon bagged his first spring gobbler of the season on opening day, according to Hunt Montana. Congratulations!
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FWP News: Hunting permit drawing results now available
HELENA – The drawings for Montana deer and elk permits and for nonresident combination licenses are complete and applicants can check their results online. This is the fourth year of the…
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Record Low Snowpack Results in Abnormally Dry to Severe Drought Conditions This Spring
HELENA, Mont. – Today, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) released the 2024 Montana Water Supply Outlook Report, which shows much of Montana is facing abnormally dry to…
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Lolo National Forest welcomes new District Ranger to the Plains-Thompson Falls Ranger District
Thompson Falls, Mont., April 8, 2024 — The Lolo National Forest is pleased to announce the selection of Curtis Rintz as the new District Ranger for the Plains-Thompson Ranger District.…
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594-6497 Remembering the Mann Gulch Fire 75 years later
HELENA, Mont. – April 10, 2024 – This summer, the USDA Forest Service, Montana Discovery Foundation, National Smokejumpers Association, and other partners will recognize and honor the men who perished…
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Missoula woman sentenced to more than two years in prison for stealing two U.S. Forest Service pickup trucks
MISSOULA — A Missoula woman who admitted to stealing property from the U.S. Forest Service was sentenced today to two years and two months in prison, to be followed by…
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Overlook Gates Opening Monday
Polson, Montana – The gates to the SKQ Overlook will be opening soon. On April 15 the gates to the observatory trail will open in the morning and close at…
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Is it hunting season yet?
When it’s time to hit the hills (or mountains in some cases) and get out to try and tag some critters, there are some stages that many hunters go through,…
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Wilderness Speaker Series concludes with Artist Wilderness Connection Panel at FVCC
The third and final installment in the 2024 Wilderness Speaker Series will feature a panel of local artists who have participated in the Artist Wilderness Connection residency program in the…
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Snowy February Weather Tapers off, More Snow is Needed to Improve this Summer’s Water Supply Outlook
Given the lack of precipitation from November through most of January in Montana, above normal precipitation was needed over the last couple of months. “February did provide well above normal…
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