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Wilderness Speaker Series returns to Flathead Valley Community College
The Flathead Valley Community College will host the annual Wilderness Speaker Series again in 2024 in partnership with three local environmental non-profit organizations. On the third Wednesdays of February, March…
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Congratulations Young Emerson Copenhaver catching his personal best walleye while fishing with his Grandpa Bill Zarahdka of Wolf Point
Young Emerson Copenhaver caught his personal best walleye, a 26 incher that he put back through the ice hole while fishing with his Grandpa Bill Zarahdka of Wolf Point Congratulations…
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service completes status review and finding for gray wolves in the Western United States; launches National Recovery Plan Feb 2, 2024
WASHINGTON — Recognizing that the national discussion around gray wolf management must look more comprehensively at conservation tools available to federal, state and Tribal governments, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 2.1.24
Fresno is 21% full. Fishing is slow. For walleyes best bet is in the darker hours. Jig and place tip ups with salted minnows in the basin/deeper areas. Nelson is…
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Reminder: Field Day Requirement for Hunting Licenses
Reminder: As of January 1, 2024, FWP changed things up for young hunters aged 12 to 17. They added a mandatory, in-person field day requirement for youngsters pursuing their hunting…
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From Cheating Angler to Cleared Hunter: Cominsky’s Legal Journey
Looks like Chase Cominsky’s had quite the rollercoaster ride with the law. First, he was caught up in that fishing tournament scandal, then he dodged some serious deer poaching charges,…
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Coyote showdown with elk hunter
Have you ever been bothered by a coyote when you’re hunting elk? Coyotes are territorial animals and may exhibit aggressive behavior towards perceived intruders, especially during the breeding season or…
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Lolo National Forest Seeking Public Feedback on Preliminary Draft of Revised Forest Plan
Missoula, Mont., January 31, 2024 – Today, the Lolo National Forest published a Notice of Intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for its land management plan revision in the Federal Register. A legal…
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They go to Florida, too
Okay, so it isn’t just Yellowstone National Park that these people go to….smh These videos get old, we know, but it still surprises some of us at times that people…
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Ding-The-Ling derby helps remove illegally-introduced burbot
GREEN RIVER – Looking for a winter recreation opportunity? Get together with your family or friends, make up a creative team name and go fishing! The Wyoming Game and Fish Department…
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Campsites at Big Larch, Lake Alva and Seeley Lake campgrounds available for Online Reservations; Scan & Pay available for first-come, first-served sites
Seeley Lake, Mont., January 30, 2024— This summer, three popular campgrounds on the Seeley Lake Ranger District of the Lolo National Forest will offer opportunities for advanced reservations. On April 24 at…
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Kids win big at Hyde Pond Kids Ice Fishing Derby
Over 60 young anglers came out for the 31st Annual Kids’ Ice Fishing Derby held Jan. 27 at Hyde Pond near Salmon. The kids had a fun-filled morning learning about…
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Several states monitoring ongoing bighorn die-off
Outbreak causes bighorn sheep die-offs, but the extent is unknown at this time A pneumonia outbreak was detected in bighorn sheep in northern Hells Canyon in mid-December and is ongoing.…
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FWP News: Hunting for female mountain lions closes in Lion Management Unit 110
HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of female mountain lions will close in Lion Management Unit (LMU) 110, except for Limited Special License holders, one-half hour after sunset…
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Hardin felon sentenced to three years in prison for illegal possession of firearm after shooting eagles
Used rifles to kill eagles BILLINGS — A Hardin felon who illegally possessed firearms and used them to kill eagles and sell their parts for profit was sentenced today to…
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Five very UNIQUE wildlife mounts
Check out these mounts that are not just impressive but downright legendary! Get ready to be blown away by five insanely cool and creative masterpieces that would turn any house…
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MONTANAN CLAYTON PERRY WINS WARM LAKE STAGE RACE
52-mile event only viable Idaho Sled Dog Challenge race in 2024WARM LAKE, Idaho (Jan. 27, 2024) — The results of the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge’s Warm Lake Stage Race, the…
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Coyotes cause more livestock loss than grizzlies, mountain lions, wolves?
A new article by NBC Montana claims that coyotes caused more monetary losses than grizzlies, mountain lions, and wolves in 2023. The article says a USDA official said there were 1,579…
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The history of the Lost Creek herd
Photo: Renee Strickland If you drive through the town of Anaconda, you’ll find a giant highway sign warning of bighorn sheep on the roadway. Every year the sheep are seen…
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Two men convicted of poaching deer and elk in Blaine and Hill Counties
CHINOOK – During the fall of 2022, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wardens received a 1-800-TIP-MONT call detailing unlawful hunting activity in the Bears Paw Mountains. After an extensive investigation,…
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Conservation Officers looking for information about several deer shot and left to waste in Teton Canyon
During the first week of January, Conservation Officers discovered four mule deer that had been shot near Teton Canyon in Fremont County. Three of those deer were deceased and left…
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Details on Twin Peaks Ridge avalanche released
On Saturday, January 20th, 2024 a snowmobiler out riding with a partner on the Twin Peaks Ridge, in the Flint Range, triggered an avalanche that resulted in a burial, a…
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The Best Duck Blind Ever
Put yourself in the webbed feet of a duck, and imagine encountering this thing—you’d never suspect it’s a blind! View this post on Instagram A post shared by…
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First Wisconsin Mountain Lion Killed in 115 Years
Meet Benjamin Karasch (pictured on the right) from Eau Claire – the bowhunter who had a showdown with a mountain lion on November 11, 2023, in Buffalo County, Wisconsin. Spotting…
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FWP HIRES ADDITIONAL STAFF FOR FISH MONITORING IN JEFFERSON BASIN
BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, in partnership with Montana State University (MSU), have brought on new staff and students in preparation for this year’s field season to study…
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Rare footage of wolf catching beaver
We know that wolves include beavers in their meal plans, but actually seeing footage of this is very rare. Check out the story: This is an *amazingly rare* and fascinating…
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Glacier National Park 2024 Vehicle Reservations Open January 25
Reservations Required May 24 through September 8, 2024 WEST GLACIER, Mont. [January 23, 2024] – Glacier National Park reminds visitors that advance vehicle reservations become available on Recreation.gov starting January…
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Wolf Hunting Success
Effective wolf management in Montana is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems, preserving biodiversity, preventing overpopulation, and addressing human-wildlife conflicts. It involves a balance between conservation, livestock protection, and the cultural…
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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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When you realize you need to hunt where the deer are…
Sometimes, your hunting spot might not be where the deer are–so, you have to fix that. Have you ever seen a deer blind move this fast?’
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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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Hunting for Mountain Lions Closure in LMU 319, 210
Hunting for all mountain lions to close in Lion Management Unit 319 HELENA – By order of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all mountain lions will close in Lion…
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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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Stunning table tailored for bird hunters
Now, THIS is a table. Take a look at this bird dog table. Wow.
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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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