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Recycle Christmas trees at Spotted Eagle to improve fishing habitat
The Miles City chapter of Walleyes Unlimited and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks have set up a Christmas tree drop-off location at Spotted Eagle Lake.
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Duck Drive: UM Students Band Together for Waterfowl Conservation
On an early summer morning at Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in a remote corner of southwest Montana, Liv Lundin, a recent graduate of the University of Montana Wildlife Biology Program, hunted for a rare bird nest among…
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2024/2025 Montana Wolf Harvest Numbers So Far by Region
According to FWP there has been 133 wolves harvested in Montana this season. The general season for hunting wolves ends on March 15, 2025 so there is plenty of time…
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What Hunters and Anglers Hate!
True outdoorsmen don’t waste energy on hate—they’re too busy casting, hunting, and living life to the fullest; maybe this year, resolve to trade hate for a little more outdoor joy!…
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Fish and Wildlife Commission announces several mountain lion hunting closures
Several Mountain Lion hunting closures announced today…
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DNRC to auction cabins/home sites
The DNRC Cabin and Home Site Sales program has upcoming auctions in Lewis & Clark, Missoula, and Powell Counties.
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Free snowshoeing offered at Silver Crest on Saturday
Come enjoy the winter wonderland, breathe in the fresh air, and create lasting memories with your loved ones!
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Applications to float the Smith River open Jan. 2
Applications for a permit to float the Smith River will be available beginning on Jan. 2, 2025, and will be accepted through Feb. 15, 2025.
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Oldest wolf in Yellowstone National Park dies
The oldest wolf living in Yellowstone National Park died on Christmas Day.
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Gov. Gianforte, State Agencies File Suit Over Yellowstone National Park’s Bison Management Plan
Together with Montana Department of Livestock (DOL) and the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP), Governor Gianforte is suing to halt the implementation of YNP’s Bison Management Plan.
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Bozeman Ranger District Implements Pallet Possession Ban
The Bozeman Ranger District is implementing a new ban on the possession of pallets on National Forest System lands within the district.
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STUDENT BIRD COUNTERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Montana Tech students conduct bird counts on local waterbodies as part of the Berkeley Pit Waterfowl Protection Program.
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RESTORING THE ECOSYSTEM AT BARREN SUGARLOAF PEAK
The barren top of Sugarloaf Peak towers above much of the Mount Haggin Wildlife Management Area, located southwest of Anaconda.
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Coyote caught with human DNA in paws, linked to Thanksgiving attack
Weeks of searching and trapping resulted in the capture of a coyote found with human DNA on its paws and human food in its stomach, leading Colorado Parks and Wildlife…
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Ski club warns of mountain lions on trails in Flathead Valley
NOTICE: Mountain Lion Activity at Big Mountain Nordic Trails: The early morning GNC groomers of the Big Mountain Trails have seen mountain lion tracks consistently on the trail lately.
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Interior Department Announces Permanent Protections for Critical Land and Wildlife Migration Corridor in Grand Teton National Park
The parcel is the starting point for the Path of the Pronghorn—the longest land migration in the lower 48 states—and is a critical link to mule deer migration corridors that stretch…
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The Light of Alaska: UMW Student Colton Folts Completes Internship at Snettisham Hatchery
Colton Folts, a senior Ecology student at the University of Montana Western, gained valuable hands-on experience this summer through a credited internship at the remote Snettisham Hatchery in Alaska, contributing…
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Cassia County infant attacked and injured by a raccoon in his home
On the evening of December 23, 2024, Idaho Fish and Game officers received a report from the Cassia County Sheriff that an infant had been attacked and injured by a…
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Two men die while searching for Sasquatch
Two Portland men lost their lives while searching for Sasquatch in eastern Skamania County.
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When the Hunt Fails, Let the Montana Sky Be Your Trophy
When the fish aren’t biting and the critters are elusive, just look up—the catch of the day is always just a click away!
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Agents seize more than $1.1 million worth of cocaine near Canadian border
Upon searching the backpacks, agents found 30 brick-like packages containing a white powdery substance. The substance was later tested and determined to be cocaine.
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The Montana Conservation Seedling Nursery announces annual sale details
A new online ordering portal is making its debut.
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Fish and Game euthanizes a mountain lion near Ketchum that had killed a family pet
The attack occurred within a backyard enclosed by a six feet tall fence.
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Maximize Your Outdoor Knowledge with FWP Online
Wondering what the current quotas are for wildlife in Montana? FWP made it easy to check all species with quotas on their website here. They list updated quota information on…
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On Stand!!!
The life of a hunter on stand is a mix of patience, preparation, and unexpected excitement—because hunting is as much about the wait as it is about the reward. Read…
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Hunting for male mountains lions to close in Hunting District 331
Mountain lion season in Hunting District 331 is closing today at sunset—but not for everyone.
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Stuffed Moose Meat Balls
Stuffed moose meatballs are proof that game meat can be luxurious. Juicy, tender moose meat packed with bold flavors and stuffed with gooey goodness will have your family and friends…
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FWP collaring elk in Gallatin Valley to study herd movement
Wildlife biologists with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks are collaring elk on private land south of Bozeman this winter to gather herd migration data that will inform elk management and…
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Man killed while bear hunting as bear falls from tree
A 58-year-old Virginia man died this month when an injured bear fell from a tree on top of him.
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Clark Fork westslope cutthroat trout makes Top ‘Big Fish’ Stories of 2024
Westslope cutthroat trout are found in rivers (and some lakes) primarily throughout central and northern Idaho. They rarely exceed 20 inches, making Daniel Whitesitt’s April 13 catch a memorable one.
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UM Scientists Help Montana Understand Its Future with Grizzly Bears
In early 2025, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will decide whether to delist some populations of grizzly bears in the U.S. Northern Rockies. As Montanans consider their future with…
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Step-by-Step Guide on Entering Your Boone and Crockett Trophy
You have the score, the story and the trophy—now let’s get it B&C official. Follow these steps to make that happen.
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FWP News: Chronic wasting disease detected in deer for first time in two south-central Montana hunting districts
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) was detected this season in a mule deer buck from hunting district (HD) 515 and a whitetail buck from HD 525, both harvested by hunters.
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Game wardens seek information on bull elk shot and wasted near Worden
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking information on a bull elk that was shot and wasted on private property northeast of Worden. Wardens responded to…
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Five Hunting Myths that Many Antis Believe…but Shouldn’t
Hunters are far from the villains antis imagine. Oh, and poachers? Don’t even lump us in. Dive in to uncover the truth behind these wild misconceptions.
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Nebraska Sets Limits for Mountain Lion Conservation as they Gear Up for Their Biggest Season To Date
Montana might be our main focus, but sometimes we want to know what is happening elsewhere–check out what is happening in Nebraska!
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FWP News: Fish and Wildlife Commission to meet virtually December 19
Heads up, Montana! The Fish and Wildlife Commission is hosting a virtual meeting on Dec. 19, and they want to hear from YOU.
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Monster Buck Spotted in Montana Neighborhood
It’s not every day you see a trophy-sized buck strolling through the middle of a Missoula neighborhood, but that’s exactly what happened recently. This impressive whitetail, with a rack that…
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Four million murres missing
In 2015, the familiar cacophony of Alaska’s common murre colonies fell eerily quiet. When summer field crews arrived at their monitoring sites, they found only a scattering of common murres…
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Three Deer Shot and Left to Waste in Montana
The Tobacco Valley Rod and Gun Club is sharing information about three whitetailed deer shot and left to waste.
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Off-Target but On-Point Gifts for Hunters
Ready to make your hunter’s gift stand out? Check out the full list of laugh-out-loud (and even clever) options that’ll have them hunting for a good time.
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The Battle of the Brown Thrasher and the “Snake”
Sometimes, the biggest threat to your hunt isn’t the game—it’s the wildlife you didn’t see coming. One hunter learned this the hard way.
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Win prizes for fishing by participating in the 2024 Kootenai River Angler Science Program
Fish for burbot in the Kootenai River and enter a free raffle to win some great prizes!
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Ski by Moonlight or Groove to Live Music in the Warming Tent at Lolo Pass This Winter
Well over a foot of snow is covering the trails and the groomers are busy laying down corduroy.
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Lolo National Forest Recruiting for Mineral County Resource Advisory Committee
The Lolo National Forest is recruiting applicants to be nominated for the Mineral County Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) that was established as required by the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act.
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Yellowstone National Park’s winter season begins Dec. 15, 2024
Yellowstone National Park’s winter season begins Sunday, Dec. 15. Annually from mid-December until mid-March, visitors can travel most of the park’s roads from the West, South, East and North entrances by approved commercially guided…
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Blackfeet Reservation Opens Chance to Hunt Bison with Lottery
The Blackfeet Nation, in collaboration with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP), is offering hunters a unique opportunity to participate in guided bison hunts on the Blackfeet Reservation through a…
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FWP News: Northeast Montana’s Region 6 Havre check station results for the 2024 Season
2024 Havre Check Station Wrap-Up: Hunter numbers hit their lowest since 2015, and big game harvests were below average, with mule deer and elk seeing significant declines. See what else…
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