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RIVER LIVER!!!
As the rivers become more float friendly, floaters and boaters are drawn to the flows. Great weather means more water borne people. As Montana becomes more popular, floating becomes more…
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APRIL ICE!!!
Usually, Ice Men are done fishing by the end of March. The lakes begin to melt, and Spring Runoff can begin. Slushy, old, and cloudy ice are not as good…
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TICK TIME AGAIN!!!
Ticks Suck! No outdoor sportsmen enjoy ticks. They may have a role in the ecosystem but… Anyway, Ticks seem to show up in early May. Turkey hunters often end up…
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NAP TIME!!!
As we get older, we become children again. At age 60, you are allowed to count backwards. This means some of the same childish habits. When we were young kids,…
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JUST A LITTLE FURTHER!!!
Sometimes an angler must cast a really long way. Perhaps they just saw a huge fish surface, or closer casts tended to spook the fish. Maybe the structure or edge…
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accident, activities, Boating, Boating Safety, Education, Fish, Fishing, Float, Fly Fishing, Gear, health, How to, Hunting, Madison River, Montana Fly Fishing, Montana GrantSPRING IN YOUR STEP!!!
Getting out for the first time requires some patience. Anxious anglers have been preparing all Winter for their first Spring trips onto the water. Whether you are wading or boating,…
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activities, art, Best of, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Guns, Hunting, Montana, Montana Grant, Shootingand a SPORTSMAN LIVES HERE!!!
Montana is full of outdoorsmen and women. Many folks migrated here to enjoy the diversity of hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. Each season has its highs and low points…
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LADIES FIRST!!!
Times have certainly changed in America. It’s become hard to know when to hold a door, take off your hat, and display proper manners. The wokesters have damaged what it…
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THE NEW BIG BANANA!!!
Back in the day, I was fishing in a creek in Maryland called Deer Creek. It was near Pennsylvania and stocked trout often washed downstream. PA. stocked a diversity of…
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ANSWERING THE CALL!!!
When a hunter calls in the game it is very exciting. Animal calls let the hunter talk to the animals. You can call all sorts of game close enough to…
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FISH LOAF!!!
Fishermen love meat loaf. The leftover meat loaf sandwiches the next day are great. So why not make a meat loaf using fish? I once had a Fish Loaf at…
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WADING UPRIGHT!!!
Spring fishing means slick surfaces. The rocks and bank are often covered in ice and snow. As the waters warm up, algae and moss will make surfaces even slicker. Falling…
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Best of, Did You Know, Dry Fly Fishing, Education, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Gear, How to, Montana Fly Fishing, Montana GrantPRESENTATION!!!
Catching fish on a fly is simply about ONE thing. The fisherman must Present the fly so that it looks like nothing is attached to it, and they will…
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SPINNER WINNER!!!
Spin fishing is great fun. Tossing metal around ponds and rivers attracts hungry fish and aggressive strikes. These treble hooked lures have been around for over 100 years, but which…
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activities, Ammunition, Best of, Camping, Education, Fishing, Gear, health, How to, Hunting, Montana GrantFREE GEAR!!!
All sportsmen love FREE stuff. Fishermen can always use more hooks, sinkers, lures, or flies. Hunters always need some extra ammo, shotshells, or gear. Every dollar saved helps. We all…
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CASTING!!!
Casting a line takes some skill. You also need to practice. Eventually, muscle memory and feel will take over. Casting becomes second nature. Originally, fishermen used cane poles and fixed…
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RISING WATERS!!!
This year’s record-breaking snowpack means a strong melting event or run off. Like it or not, the mountain snows will melt, and the water will fill the watersheds. Too much…
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FISH COOKERY!!!
Hopefully, some of snowpack will melt and great fishing will begin. So far, ice covered lakes, snow drift lined rivers, and cold weather make fishing tougher. Catch and Release fishermen…
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STRESS BE GONE!!!
Why do feel so excited about Hunting and Fishing? There are probably many answers that others have but there is one answer that all sportsmen can agree on. Outdoor Sports…
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Best of, Dry Fly Fishing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, How to, Madison River, Montana Fly Fishing, Montana GrantSNAGGING A SECRET FLY!!!
There are times when a certain fly or lure really makes a difference. These lures are most important when you are not catching many fish. Finding the killer fly or…
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MONTANA PLAY LIST!!!
When we travel around Big Sky Country, it’s nice to listen to some Montana Music. The trip to and from a fishing hole, hunting spot, ski slope, or fun Montana…
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Animal Laws, block management, Bow Hunting, buck, Bull Elk, Elk, game warden, Hunting, Montana GrantHARDER TO HUNT!!!
Hunting is becoming harder to do. Ammunition and guns are more expensive and restrictive. License fees are increasing. Restrictions and regulations are growing. The hardest challenge is finding a legal…
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HEAVY WATERS!!!
The Gardiner River was one of my favorite rivers to fish. This river flows through the high-altitude desert of the Mammoth area of Yellowstone Park. It was named after a…
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TAT TAILS!!!
Many friends and fishing acquaintances have Trout Tats! Arms, legs, necks, wrists, and private parts. To each their own. You really must love trout to have them tatted for life…
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TURKEY TIMING!!!
Spring turkey season is simply amazing. Hunting is so different when you can call and talk to the animals. I have always compared Turkey season to September archery elk hunting.…
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BUFFALO BULL!!!
Scientists recently discovered a near perfectly mummified bull buffalo in the Siberian permafrost. The front half of this 8,000-year-old bull contains perfectly preserved soft tissue. Since the tissue is relatively…
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animal attack, Bear, Bear Attacks, Birds, Black Bear, Brown Bear, Did You Know, Education, Food, How to, Montana GrantKEEPING YOGI AWAY!!!
All birders deal with occasional feeder pests, from mice and squirrels to insects, deer, and raccoons. Bears, on the other hand, are more than pests. Learning how to protect bird feeders…
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Ammunition, Archery Hunting, Bird hunting, Education, Gear, Gear Reviews, Guns, How to, Hunting, Montana Grant, Shooting, shotguns, TurkeySINGLE SHOT GOBBLER!!!
One shot, one kill! This is the goal of great hunters. Primitive weapons certainly allow this to happen. An archer gets one shaft at a time. Flint lockers need to…
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GARDEN GREEN LIGHT!!!
If you enjoy Montana Gardening, it’s time to get going! We have a very short growing season which means getting a head start on your plants and garden is essential.…
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Best of, Education, Fish, Fishing, Fly Fishing, game warden, How to, Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks, Montana Fishing Tournaments, Montana GrantCERTIFYING A RECORD FISH!!!
If Old Walter, Moby Dick, or Big ED end up in your net, you may have a record book fish. This means that you may want to get this fish…
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Becoming an Outdoors Woman, Best of, Education, Fish, Fishing, Funny Fishing, health, How to, Hunting, Montana GrantHOW TO CATCH A FISHING BUDDY or MORE!!!
Hate does not happen instantly. It takes time and repetition. In a relationship, it can end with divorce or perhaps even violence. I once drove by a dumpster with fishing…
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GOBBLER GASHIN!!!
The other day I went for a drive to check out the streams near Bozeman. The East Gallatin can offer some great fishing on a nice day. Everyone else had…
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animal attack, Antler, Archery Equipment, Archery Hunting, Bear, Bear Attacks, Best of, Bird hunting, Black Bear, buck, Bull Elk, Deer, Did You Know, Duck, Education, Elk, Fish, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Funny Fishing, Funny Hunting, Hunting, Montana GrantTHE BEST HUNTING SHOWS!!!
Hunting is a Blood Sport. This means that things die when hunters are successful at harvesting their prey. Humans are Predators. Our eyes are positioned on the front of our…
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Best of, Dry Fly Fishing, Education, Fish, Fishing, Fly Fishing, How to, Kid’s Fishing, Montana Grant, Rainbow Trout, TaxidermyA FISH of a LIFETIME!!!
The fish of a lifetime is in your net, boatside, or on the stringer. So, what do you do next? Catch and Release The clock is running. If you want…
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FISH TALK!!!
Fish don’t talk but fishermen certainly talk a lot about fish. Fishery agencies also use fishy vocabulary that is often misunderstood or unfamiliar. Here are some Fish Vocabulary that…
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activities, Best of, Bird hunting, Camping, Education, Fishing, How to, Hunting, Hunting Traditions, Montana GrantSOMETHING NEW!!!
Plan on doing something new this hunting and fishing season. Life is to too short to pick just one item from the outdoor menu. Any excuse to challenge yourself and…
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BIG CITY LIGHTS!!!
Montana towns and cities were named for interesting people, places, and businesses. Some of these names, like Absarokee, came from Native peoples, others from pioneers and Mountain Men. Trains, mining…
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Antler, Archery Hunting, Best of, Big Game Forever, buck, Bull Elk, Cutthroat Trout, Deer, Education, Elk, Fishing, How to, Montana GrantBIG!!!
Big Sky Country is about the Biggest! Size matters when you live next to the BIG Rocky Mountains. Many tourists come here for their big vacations and ski trips. Sportsmen…
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CONES OF SHAME!!!
We have recently become experts with dogs needing to wear Cones of Shame. This medical tool is needed after pet surgery occurs. Its purpose is to keep the pet from…
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WESTSLOPERS!!!
Officially designated as Montana’s state fish, the Westslope Cutthroat Trout’s historical range included all of Montana west of the Continental Divide, as well as the upper Missouri River drainage. The…
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CORNHOLES!!!
Corn Dogs are a popular treat, but Corn Holes may be even better! A traditional Corn Dog is a cornbread batter coating a hot dog on a stick, that is…
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MOREL MOTELS!!!
Morel mushrooms are a delicacy. Hunting Morels takes time, energy, and luck. There is also plenty of competition to locate these tasty treats. Wouldn’t it be nice to grow your…
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RAVENS and CROWS!!!
We have all seen the big black birds hopping on the ice or soaring around our forest and fields. Which ones are crows, and which are Ravens? Edgar Allen Poe…
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BOBBER SEASON!!!
Once the weather begins to improve, the trees and bushes along out streams, rivers, and ponds become decorated with bobbers! Observant anglers can reap the annual harvest!  Several years…
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MARCH!!!
We all are looking forward to Spring, warmer weather, and more comfortable outdoor recreation. Sadly, March in Montana may not be the month we want. Winter still rules but there…
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PREDATORS and PREY!!!
Hunters can also become hunted. Early hunters and mountain men had to compete with predators for their harvests. Daniel Boone, Jim Bridger, and Meshack Browning often encountered and fought bears,…
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activities, Best of, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Funny Fishing, Funny Hunting, Gear, Guns, Hunting, Hunting Traditions, Montana GrantPLEASURE ROOMS!!!
Every Hunter or Fisherman has a Pleasure Room. This Man Cave always delivers. You can leave a mess and do as you choose. Background music or videos create an atmosphere.…
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Bass Fishing, Best of, Fish, Fishing, Funny Fishing, Kid’s Fishing, Montana Grant, Montana Ice Fishing ReportsBEST FISHING MOVIES!!!
Winter means cold and miserable weather. If you are staying indoors and tying flies, cleaning gear, building tackle, and waiting for Spring, maybe consider watching some great movies about FISHING!!!…
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BIG ICE ON CANYON FERRY!!!
Montana waters have no shortage of ice this Winter. Most lakes accept bands of the biggest Icemen safely, currently. This could change quickly if the weather warms up, but the…
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activities, AIS, animal attack, Animal Laws, Bird hunting, Boating, Education, Fishing, game warden, How to, Hunting, Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks, Montana GrantLICENSED TO KILL!!!
It’s time to buy a new license in Montana. Some states vary with license dates. In Maryland, you renew your license one year after the purchase. If you bought…
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