Montana Grant

Wild game is not always the most tender cut of meat. Large elk and deer live a hard life in Montana. They need strong muscles and bodies to survive. Critters…

Hunting has changed over the years. Many of us older hunters began chasing bunnies and bushytails. Small game hunting trained us for Big Game hunting. Most new hunters begin with…

Hunting, fishing, and any camping will involve Hot Dogs on the menu at some point. This meal is easy, fast, and filling.  Hot dogs have been around for hundreds of…

This recipe can be made ahead of time and is perfect at a camp or for when company drops by. Instead of using chicken, try using flaked fish. You can…

Ice season is just around the corner. Last year I caught my first ice limit on the last week of November. December fishing was the best of the season. Now…

Fishing lines come in many colors, diameters, and styles. It’s all designed to catch fish but not birds, critters, or other anglers. Leaving fishing line, leftover from tangles, sets a…

The first thing that most hunters and Anglers need in the morning is Coffee.  Folks drink it to break their fast, wake up, create a laxative, or just begin their…

Dessert is an essential part of every hunting and fishing camp meal. If you are just camping, plan a simple and fast dessert. Campers sleep better with a full belly…

Fishing line does not last forever. Not all fishing lines are created equal. Quality lines cost more than the cheapo brands. You may pay less for more line, but you…

“Rube” was a label that Shakespeare and Mark Twain used to label rural folks. Since they ate Turnips, they must be Rubes! The Irish used turnips to cut like pumpkins.…

Hunters are not too fussy when it is time to feast at camp. The dinner needs to be on time, filling, and fun. This casserole will make sure that your…

When most fly tyers begin, they have a small number of materials or options to address. Like any sport, over the years the number of materials, gizmos, gadgets, and stuff…

The Blood Knot is one of the hardest fly-fishing knots to tie. Every finger needs to be working together. This means that arthritis, wounds, and injuries may rule this knot…

#1 BANDS Making things on your own is fun. Solving problems. Inventing new gear, and making gifts brings us pride and joy. This series will be about simple things that…

Every hunter needs some sweets to stay focused and energized. A sugar high will keep them tuned into what they need to do.  Halloween is a time when many hunters…

Every angler will eventually get a hook stuck into them. Hooks are sharp and have a way of getting stuck in some meat somewhere. So, what do you do when…

So, it’s 2AM, you have been partying all night and the bar is closing. This is when the Human Rut kicks in. You lose all common sense and self-respect. The…

Stillwater anglers enjoy using bait or fly that works great. It must be presented correctly, have action, and have the right color. Leeches are the bait/fly of choice. I use…

Great corn bread is a Montana staple. It goes with chili, stews, soups, or… Whenever I make corn bread, there are never any leftovers.  Cornbread is a southern staple. Great…

Anglers enjoy eating fresh fish that tastes great. How you care for your catch will determine how well the fish will eat. If you do not address your fish immediately,…

This cowboy quote was about a rough day on the ranch. Everything must have gone wrong, the weather turned bad, critters broke down, and it was time for a change.…

Every sportsmen or woman has their favorite morning snack. Donuts are very popular and great donuts are sought after. My brother knows where the best donuts are in several states.…

Anglers enjoy a fresh meal of fish. This means freshly caught, cleaned, and prepared. Catch and Releasers miss out on this tasty option. A shore lunch, or fish fry, is…

Those that live near Lake Helena know its history. This unique but shallow lake can be great fishing. This is a lake where walleye spawn, The Devils Brigade trained, and…