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Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Fishing Report 3.14.25
Ice fishing on Peck is wrapping up, open water is still weeks away, so now’s the perfect time to prep your gear and get a jump on next season!
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Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.13.25
Fresno and Nelson reservoirs are filling up, shore fishing is your best bet, and trout fishing is excellent—just watch out for the mud!
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Postal Service Lures Customers with New Stamps
The stamps showcase five popular lure designs through striking close-up photographs.
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Bozeman Sunrise Event Free Kids Fishing Day
Get ready for a fun-filled day at Bozeman Sunrise on March 17th—free fishing for kids, lunch, and plenty of outdoor excitement at Glen Lake Rotary Park!
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BUGS!!!
Bugs may be a nuisance to some, but for anglers, they’re the key to a successful catch—so let’s protect them!
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Yellowstone River Fishing Report
Before you cast a line, make sure you’re legal—grab your new fishing license now and get ready for Yellowstone River’s ever-changing winter waters…
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Flathead Area Fishing Report by Zimmer Tackle 3.6.25
Ice is hanging on, open water is coming, and the fish are waiting—just keep an eye on the weather!
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FWP’s Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.10.25
Ice conditions are unpredictable, but for those willing to take precautions, the fishing has been excellent across Helena area waters.
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CANYON FERRY FRIDAY!!!
Thighs of steel, icy battles, and one ‘King of the Ice Holes’—Montana Grant’s latest adventure on the frozen lake was nothing short of awesome!
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Get Ready for Mack Days: The Most Unique & Lucrative Fishing Tournament Around!
Get the inside scoop on the richest and most unique fishing tournament in the world, plus expert tips from seasoned pro Mike Benson—tune in now!
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MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: Mack Days Madness: Big Fish, Bigger Prizes!
Get the inside scoop on the richest fishing tournament around—Downrigger Dale talks secrets, big wins, and Lake Trout tips with Mack Days pros Cindy and Mike Benson!
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Flathead Area Fishing Report by Snappy’s Sport Senter 3.6.25
Looking for the latest fishing hotspots? From perch to pike and everything in between, here’s the inside scoop on where the bite is on and where patience is key. But…
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Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Reports 3.6.25
Rising water levels and shifting ice caps are changing the game—also, here’s what northern anglers need to know!
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Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Fishing Report 3.6.25
With warming temps changing the game, Don Wilkins is shifting gears and looking ahead to open water—stay tuned for updates!
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Limits!!!
Fishing limits aren’t just rules—they’re the key to healthy fish populations, and mastering them might just land you in the top 10% of anglers! More from Montana Grant here…
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Jar Baits!!!
From salmon eggs to floating paste, jar baits are the secret weapon for anglers—perfect for every fish, every time! More from Montana Grant here…
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Southwest Montana Fishing Reports Overview
Winter fly fishing is here—grab your new license, bundle up, and get ready to slow down, savor the solitude, and maybe even find some rising trout!
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Upper Salmon River Steelhead Fishing Report 3.4.25
The Deadwater ice jam is out, the river’s clearing up, and steelhead season is heating up—time to grab your gear and hit the Upper Salmon!
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2025 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake
Hook a lake trout, win big, and help native fish thrive—Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake kicks off March 13th with over $225,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs!
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 3.3.25
See what is happening in the Helena area reservoirs, and be cautious out there!
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Fishing, Friends and Conservation with Montana Walleyes Unlimited
Reel in more than just fish with Montana Walleyes Unlimited!
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Helena Area Fishing Report with Bart at Capital Sports
Canyon Ferry, Hauser, Holter, Regulating Reservoir
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Flathead Valley Fishing Report with Dick Zimmer from Zimmer Tackle
Flathead Lake, Lake Mary Ronan, Crow Reservoir, Swan Lake
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Montana Licenses, Permits and Regulations for 2025-2026
Guess what? The 2025-2026 fishing season kicked off yesterday—so if you haven’t wet a line yet, you’re already a day behind! Get your new license before getting out there!
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Little Anglers, Big Adventures while Ice Fishing with Kids-N-Snow
From drilling holes to reeling in their first catch, Kids-N-Snow is turning West Yellowstone’s little adventurers into ice fishing pros! Check out their March Kids Ice Fishing Camp highlights!
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Ice Fishing Just Took a Strange Turn for Mike Violette—You Have to See This!
Mike Violette drilled into the ice expecting fish—but what he found bubbling beneath the surface left him with a mystery…
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Gaff It!!!
Tired of losing fish at the ice hole? A well-placed gaff might be the game-changer you need to land your catch—and keep it off the ‘one that got away’ list!…
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Ice Update by Hell Creek Marina 3.1.25
Notice for recreationalists and anglers at Hell Creek, this update is for you!
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LAST DAY LICENSE!!!
With Montana hunting and fishing licenses expiring, Montana Grant hit Canyon Ferry for a last-chance ice fishing adventure—huge rainbows, fast action, and the kind of ‘physical therapy’ only fishermen understand!…
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Solid Day of Ice Fishing On Tongue River Reservioir
Mike from Midway RV shared some pictures of his fishing adventure this past weekend on Tongue River Reservoir. Tongue River Reservoir is located in southeastern Montana, near the town of…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 2.27.25
With warming temps and melting snowpack, reservoirs are wet and sloppy, ice is pulling back, and the best trout fishing of the year is just around the corner—tread carefully and…
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Lake Mary Ronan Ice Update 2.27.25
Local anglers are sharing firsthand reports on Lake Mary Ronan’s ice conditions—here’s one report..
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Fake captain steals $8 million commercial fishing vessel with crew on board
The newer crew did not know the captain, but didn’t argue, thinking he was an alternate operator, or someone sent by the real Captain.
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Don Wilkins’ Fort Peck Ice and Fishing Report 2.27.25
With warming temps and honeycombed ice, conditions are getting tricky—proceed with caution, but if you’re lucky, there are still some big lakers and northerns waiting to bite!
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.27.25
The main lake is getting sketchy, and the ice is becoming more unpredictable with the warmer weather…
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Hell Creek Marina Ice Update 2.24.25
While the ice is still solid, keep an eye out for quick changes…
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A Fort Peck Giant That Almost Became A State Record
One fish, 17.66 pounds, and a near brush with history—Kyle Sando’s legendary Fort Peck catch keeps anglers dreaming big!
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LOST FISH and BROKEN POLES!!!
Heartbreak and chaos on the water—lost fish, snapped poles, and stories you won’t believe! Read more from Montana Grant here!
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Catch Phrases!!
From ‘Fish On!’ to some… less family-friendly expletives, every angler has a go-to catchphrase—what’s yours?
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Georgetown Lake Ice and Fishing Report 2.23.25
With solid ice, prime fishing at dawn and dusk, and a hot bite on balanced leeches, now’s the time to hit Georgetown Lake—just check the ice, gear up, and get…
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Fishing Report by Chancy and Dave 2.21.25
The ice is solid, the fish are biting, and there’s plenty of action across the lakes…
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The Silent Killer on Ice | Ice Fishing Safety 101
A little fresh air can save your life while you’re ice fishing!
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Kootenai River Fishing Report 2.22.25
Anglers eager to fish the Kootenai River should be aware that ice conditions can vary dramatically, with thickness ranging from vehicle-supporting to open water; exercise extreme caution when accessing the…
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Flathead Area Fishing Report via Snappy’s Sport Senter 2.20.25
Here’s the latest from Montana Outdoor Approved Snappy’s Sport Senter with the fishing scene!
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FWP Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 2.24.25
Ice conditions are unpredictable, but for those venturing out, the fish are biting—here’s where and how to reel them in safely!
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Best Way to Fish?
From cane poles to high-tech gear, every angler has their own ‘best’ way to fish—but at the end of the day, the best method is the one that brings you…
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MT Outdoor Podcast: Dave Chichester Talks About the History of Plugit Tackle, How He Started the Company and How to Use His Incredible Lures
From DIY lures to a booming tackle business, Dave Chichester of Plugit Tackle spills the secrets behind his wooden plugs, monster trout tactics, and the surprising twist on the wood…
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Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Art of Tackle and How Plugit Hooks the Big Ones on MT Outdoor Podcast
Discover how Plugit Tackle’s handcrafted wooden lures are reeling in Montana’s biggest fish, from giant Rainbow Trout to Walleye and Pike! Check out this exclusive sneak peek before the big…
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