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Troy man charged with evidence tampering in grizzly bear killing
MISSOULA — A Troy man was charged this week with evidence tampering related to the shooting and killing of a grizzly bear on his property in 2020 and the discarding…
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Montana denied Colorado’s request for wolves. They found another source
Montana and other states refused to supply the state of Colorado with wolves as part of reintroduction efforts there. A source of wolves has been found. From Colorado Parks and…
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Snowmobiler airlifted after being caught in Granite County avalanche
A snowmobiler was airlifted after being caught in a Granite County avalanche on Saturday. KPAX reports the avalanche occurred Saturday morning near Twin Peaks, north of Georgetown Lake. For more…
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Elk management in Wyoming
From Wyoming Fish and Game CHEYENNE – Over the last two decades elk populations have thrived in Wyoming. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department estimates the population of elk in the…
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Mountain lion kills 11 chickens, 2 geese, 6 ducks, house cat
Over the past several weeks Fish and Game has continued to receive reports about mountain lions frequenting populated neighborhoods throughout the Wood River Valley. Many of the reports are in…
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Want to see the aurora borealis in Montana? Tonight might be your chance
The Northern Lights might be visible tonight in Montana. Photo: Warm Springs, Montana December 2023, Renee Strickland The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) forecasts…
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Executives Charged with Bid Rigging Firefighting Fuel Contracts, Defrauding the U.S. Forest Service After a Wiretap Investigation
Photo:Moose Fire cresting west of Salmon Sept 7 Photo: Inciweb BOISE – Following a court-authorized wiretap investigation, a federal grand jury in Boise returned an indictment charging two executives, Ike…
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LEGEND details geochemical, biological findings about Yellowstone National Park mudpots in new scholarly article
The geothermal features of Yellowstone National Park have awed visitors and scientists for generations. Scientists believe they have only begun to understand the biological and geochemical complexity of hot springs,…
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Capturing and GPS-collaring elk and moose from the sky – not your ordinary job
Idaho Fish and Game staff in the Panhandle are beginning annual efforts to deploy GPS collars on elk and moose calves To most folks, the notion of riding in a…
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Reminder for waterfowl hunters in the Panhandle: season end dates differ from last year
2023-24 waterfowl seasons in the Panhandle differ from those in previous years Hunters are reminded that 2023–24 waterfowl season dates differ from those of the 2022-23 season. 2023-24 duck season…
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Call for Student Artists to Participate in Wyoming Junior Duck Stamp Contest
The National Elk Refuge will be hosting the 2024 Wyoming Junior Duck Stamp Competition in March. This art competition is open to all students in grades K-12 enrolled in Wyoming…
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service initiates process to evaluate restoration of grizzly bears in the Bitterroot ecosystem
USFWS Press release DENVER — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is announcing a public scoping period to consider options for restoring grizzly bears to the Bitterroot ecosystem. The Service…
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FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 690
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) 690, except for Limited Special License holders, one-half hour after sunset…
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SITKA GEAR STANDS STRONG AGAIN FOR WILD SHEEP CONSERVATION
from the Wild Sheep Foundation The Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF) proudly recognizes and acknowledges a $40,000 conservation grant from the SITKA Ecosystem Grants program. The funds will be used to…
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Skijoring back in Montana next weekend
Skijoring is a favorite Montana winter pasttime where a skier is pulled through an obstacle course by a rider on horseback. Here’s where you can find skijoring this winter: MEEKER,…
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Judge rules that Montana Legislature can vote to possibly override habitat funding bill
A judge has ruled that the Montana Legislature must be given the chance to override a veto of a proposed law, SB 442, that would have allocated portions of marijuana…
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3 fishing access sites in southwestern Montana close on Jan. 16 due to flooding
BOZEMAN – Emergency closures went into effect on Tuesday at three fishing access sites in southwestern Montana due to flooding. The sites include Selway Park Fishing Access Site on the Beaverhead…
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Ski Club works to make winter sports more accessible to Montana Tech students
Butte, Montana receives an average of 62 inches of snow per year, and a group of Orediggers are revitalizing the Montana Tech Ski Club in hopes that students can enjoy…
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FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 120
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) 120, except for Limited Special License holders, one-half hour after sunset…
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UMW’s “On the Rocks” Series Presents “Building Resiliency in the Jefferson River Basin”
The University of Montana Western Environmental Sciences Department is proud to present “Building Resiliency in the Jefferson River Basin” by Chris Edgington as part of the “On the Rocks” lecture…
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First “Talk Shop with Idaho Fish and Game” gathering will be held on January 17 in Coeur d’Alene
Members of the public are encouraged to attend for free food and drinks and to mingle with Fish and Game staff from the Panhandle Region The first of four “Talk…
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Winter aerial surveys and capture work continues in the Clearwater Region
Area residents should be aware that they may see the survey helicopter flying low over landscape during the month of January Winter is a busy season for wildlife staff across…
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Governor Gianforte Welcomes Brixtel Defense to Montana
$125 million investment projected to create over 350 good-paying jobs GLENDIVE, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today welcomed Brixtel Defense to Montana, celebrating the global defense company’s $125 million investment…
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Governor Gianforte Welcomes Olympus Arms to Montana
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Gianforte on Jan. 12 cut the ribbon on the Olympus Arms’ firearm manufacturing facility, celebrating the company’s $50 million investment and projected creation of up to 60…
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1 killed, 2 rescued in avalanche near Montana-Idaho state line
From Shoshone County Sheriffs Office: On January 11, 2024, at approximately 1453 hours, Law Enforcement received a Garmin GPS alert of a possible fatality near Steven’s Peak, in Shoshone County,…
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Ditch the Meatloaf and Go for Salmon Loaf
We were sent this recipe from a MORS follower and avid angler who used salmon he caught in this recipe and not the canned salmon this recipe calls for. He…
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WATCH LIVE: State of Montana to appeal lawsuit that cancelled much of wolf trapping season
On Friday, the State of Montana will appeal the U.S. District Court’s decision to enjoin much of wolf trapping season in the state this year. Judge Donald W. Molloy ordered…
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Survey Finds Growing Tolerance Among Montanans for Wolves
UM News Service MISSOULA – Montanans have varying attitudes and beliefs about wolves and wolf management, and over time some of those feelings have shifted, according to a new survey conducted cooperatively by…
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FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions to close in Lion Management Unit 122
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) 122, except for Limited Special License holders, one-half hour after…
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A rare sight to see
Albino deer, characterized by their distinctive white or cream-colored fur, are a rare sight in the deer population. These unique creatures inherit a genetic mutation that inhibits the production of…
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FWP News: Hunting for male mountain lions to close in Lion Management Unit 121
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) 121, except for Limited Special License holders, one-half hour after sunset…
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CORRECTION: Hunting for male mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 103
Correction: An email was sent yesterday that incorrectly said hunting for female mountain lions closes in LMU 103. It should have stated that hunting for male mountain lions closes. Hunting for male mountain lions closes…
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Montana Wolf Down
Montana, known for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife, also offers the opportunity for wolf hunting. Wolf hunting in Montana provides not only an adrenaline-pumping adventure but also contributes to…
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1 arraigned, 1 arrest warrant issued in alleged eagle killing case
MISSOULA — A Washington man suspected of conspiring to unlawfully kill bald and golden eagles on the Flathead Indian Reservation and then illegally sell them on the black market across…
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Sgt. Ivan Roe of Bozeman headed to Paris Olympics in 10m Air Rifle
Story by Lt. Col. Michelle Lunato U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit U.S. Army Sergeants Sagen Maddalena and Ivan Roe earned spots on Team USA in the 10m Air Rifle event for the…
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Montanans to defend titles in Idaho Sled Dog Race
Despite sled dog races cancelling this winter from Minnesota to Oregon, the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge is still a go for later this month.“Sled dog racing is a challenging sport…
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Forest Service seeking public feedback on Wilkes Cherry Project
Plains, Mont., January 8th, 2023— The Forest Service invites the public to provide feedback on the Wilkes Cherry Project on the Plains/Thompson Ranger District, located south of Thompson Falls in…
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FWP News: MT Mountain Lion Hunting Closures
Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 103 HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions is closed in Lion Management…
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Hyde Pond Kid’s Ice Fishing Derby set for Jan. 27
All kids will go home with a prize and maybe some cash Bundle up the kids, grab your fishing gear and head to Hyde Pond Saturday, Jan. 27 for some…
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MSU Extension wildlife specialist co-hosting second season of ‘Working Wild U’ podcast
BOZEMAN – A new season of “Working Wild University,” a podcast co-hosted by Montana State University Extension wildlife specialist Jared Beaver, will premiere Jan. 9 and examine the past 50…
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Elk Fiesta Bowls
Tantalize your taste buds with Elk Fiesta Bowls! Each bite is a celebration of flavors that will elevate your next meal. Put that elk meat to use and give this…
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Snowmobiler with head injury rescued near West Yellowstone
On Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 4:21 p.m., the West Yellowstone Police Department dispatch center received a 911 call regarding a snowmobiler who had struck a tree and suffered a…
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FWP News: Hunting for male mountain lions to close in lion management unit 103
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) 103, except for Limited Special License holders, one-half hour after sunset…
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Warm Weather and Lack of Precipitation Results in a Slow Start to Winter
BOZEMAN, Mont., January 4, 2024 – “Warm temperatures and lack of precipitation over the last couple months have resulted in a bleak start to the seasonal snowpack in Montana and northern Wyoming river…
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Montana’s Outdoor Legacy Foundation & Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Pledge Continued Support for Montana FWP Elk Hazing Operation in Paradise Valley
Montana’s Outdoor Legacy Foundation (MOLF) and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) proudly announce their continued commitment to the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) Elk Hazing operation in the…
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Hard Working Forest Service Mules and Horses Enjoy “Winter Vacation” in Hells Canyon
KAMIAH, Idaho, January 4, 2024:—During the spring, summer, and fall, mules work hard, “moving about 2-3 miles an hour at a sustained pace which is faster then their natural pace”…
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Montana State research team receives $4 million to study interactions between wild and domestic sheep
BOZEMAN – A research team in the Montana State University College of Agriculture has received $4 million in new funding to help lay the groundwork for disease prevention and management of wild…
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FWP News: Hunting for male mountain lions to close in lion management unit 122
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of male mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) 122, except for Limited Special License holders, one-half hour after sunset…
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Shiras Moose Symposium Jan. 13 in Helena
First-of-its-kind Shiras Moose Symposium featuring wildlife experts from Montana, Wyoming, Colorado and Idaho. The symposium aims to foster a crucial dialogue on the conservation management of the majestic Shiras Moose,…
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