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FWP News: Hoot-owl fishing restrictions placed on North Fork Flathead River in northwest Montana
KALISPELL — Angling restrictions on the North Fork Flathead River go into effect at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 24, due to record water temperatures and dropping flows. Hoot-owl restrictions prohibit fishing…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.22.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is very good from the Silos to the ponds in 12 to 20 feet of water and north of the Silos to Hole in the Wall in…
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2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tourney Final Results
Congrats to Clay and Brem Phipps for snagging the top spot at the 2024 Hell Creek Walleye Tournament with an impressive 98.4 pounds! Shoutout to the other top teams who…
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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.18.24
Fresno is 60% full, no inflow & 1066 cfs outflow. Fishing for most species remains good. Catch fish where ever your electrics indicate they are, most presentations are working. Get…
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FWP News: Northwest Montana rivers warming up: Anglers asked to help reduce stress on trout
KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks biologists are closely monitoring the water temperatures of northwest Montana rivers and streams and could propose fishing restrictions this summer to reduce fish stress…
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Exclusive Sneak Peek: Breaking Down the Big Win with Owen Wilcox
Check out this EXCLUSIVE sneak peek of what you can expect from the Montana Outdoor Podcast this Saturday at 6:00AM! Downrigger Dale catches up with Owen Willcox to hear the…
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FISH NOW!!! by Montana Grant
We will never catch enough fish! No matter how often you go fishing, it will never be enough. The problem is finding the time or motivation to go fishing. I…
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Angry Dock Owner Harasses Angler
Some people are just having a bad day….and some are just a certain kind of person. View this post on Instagram A post shared by VETERANS FISHING (@veteransfishing)
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When the unexpected happens while fishing…
Are people getting crazier? View this post on Instagram A post shared by VETERANS FISHING (@veteransfishing)
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.15.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is very good around Ponds 2 and 3 and the river mouth in 20 feet of water. Also, from White Earth to Round-top and between Confederate and…
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Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 7.14.24
Montana Hebgen: (Nothing much has changed on the lake) – We’re seeing plenty of Callibaetis hatching on and around the lake, as well as a strong hatch of midges continuing. A…
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Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament Results – Day 1
Day one of the 2024 Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament at Fort Peck is in the books! Anglers from all over battled it out on Fort Peck. The competition is fierce…
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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.12.24
Fresno is 76% full. 0 inflow & 876 cfs outflow. Walleye & northern fishing is good. The reservoir is being drained quickly, the WUM group from Havre put out a…
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10 JULY, 2024 – YELLOWSTONE RIVER AND LIVINGSTON AREA FLY FISHING REPORT by Dan Bailey’s
Happy Fourth of July week here in Livingston! This week is the peak of summer and the busiest of the entire year. The Parade was yesterday, and it’s always a…
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Upper Salmon River Chinook update – 7/10/2024
July 10, 2024 Hi everyone, during the last open period of the Upper Salmon River Chinook fishery (July 4 – July 7), we saw a slight increase in angler effort,…
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.10.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament LIVE with the Captain on Saturday, 7.13.24! (click here for more info) Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (July…
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Montana Outdoor Radio Show will be live at MT Walleye Gov Cup
The Montana Outdoor Radio Show will broadcast live from the official boat ramp of this year’s Montana Walleye Governor’s Cup. Two hundred teams are expected to compete in this year’s…
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FWP News: CORRECTED: Warm water, low flows prompt hoot-owl restrictions on some rivers in southwest Montana
Correction: In a previous version of this press release, it was stated that the entire Clark Fork River will be under hoot-owl restrictions starting July 10 at 2 p.m. Only the…
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Idaho State Record Tiger Trout
Wow! Check out this press release from Idaho Fish and Game! Congratulations to Austin Christensen of Montpelier, Idaho on setting the latest Idaho state record fish for certified weight. He…
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HANDS ON FISHING!!! by Montana Grant
Real anglers do not always need expensive tackle, bait, flies, lures, or stuff to catch a fish. Sometimes hands on is the way to go. Survivalists often brag about how…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.8.24
Canyon Ferry: The walleye bite is really turning on throughout the reservoir. The best areas are Pond 4, Pond 2 to Duck Creek, and north of White Earth on the west…
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Don Wilkins Teaches with Fishing Technology
This is a video of Don Wilkins using his fishing tech to teach his clients the art of jigging for lakers on Fort Peck Reservoir. Watch for the jig coming…
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Huge Holter Pike Caught
Last Wednesday at Holter Reservoir, Woody Shuler reeled in a 38-inch northern pike while fishing for Kokanee. Alongside Woody was Bill West from Toston, sharing the excitement of landing this…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 7.4.24
Fresno is 84% full. Inflow 9 cfs & outflow 100 cfs. With water level staying stabile, walleye & northern fishing remains good. Surface temps are mainly in the mid 60s.…
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Youngster Gets Personal Best Walleye on Peck
Curly Olson from Lewistown had a proud moment with his grandson Eli, who reeled in a big walleye uing his trusty Zebco rod and Zebco 33 reel. Eli couldn’t stop…
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Upper Salmon River Chinook Fishery update 7.3.24
Hi everyone, the Upper Salmon River fishery was open last week from June 26 to June 30 (Thursday to Sunday). Salmon angler effort increased considerably, and we estimated that anglers…
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Fireworks and a Fishing Tale
Funny things can happen while you’re fishing, and sometimes things aren’t actually funny until long after the incident. Today we celebrate our independence on this 4th of July, and we…
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 7.3.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (July 1, 2024) A few Kokanee are being caught between Split Rock and the Dam while trolling dodgers…
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Father’s Day Fishing Trip Turns Tragic: A Water Safety Wake-Up Call
This past Father’s Day, a tragic accident occurred at Oneida Lake in Hastings, New York. Anthony Davis, 44, from Clay, lost his life while trying to retrieve his keys from…
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FWP News: Pallid Sturgeon Larval Drift Study
A study currently underway in the Missouri River between Fort Benton and Fort Peck Reservoir is testing how well pallid sturgeon larvae survive and move in the river during their…
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Reel Heroes: State Farm Agents’ Fishing Trip Ends with 38-Dog Rescue
What started as a simple fishing trip turned into a rescue mission for 38 dogs. Bob Gist, a State Farm agent from Arkansas, and his friend Brad Carlisle, a State…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 7.1.24
Canyon Ferry: Good walleye action is happening around Duck Creek and Pond 1 in 20-30 feet of water, Snaggy Bay, and the west shore from White Earth up to Gull Island…
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Landowner stops kayaker from fishing on public river
While kayaking and fishing on a public river in Georgia, an angler noticed “no fishing” signs but didn’t think much of it. Suddenly, a landowner approached, insisting that the fishing…
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SIMPLE FISH!!! by Montana Grant
Fish is a healthy and tasty food source. Many folks enjoy Fish Friday, for religious reasons, or simply eating fish religiously. The nutrients and protein found in fish are healthy…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 6.27.24
Fresno is 85% full. Inflow 55 cfs & outflow 100 cfs. Walleye & northern fishing is good. The water level has been consistent over the last couple weeks. For results…
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Statewide MT Fishing Report Compilation 6.26.24
Please check the fishing regulations before fishing. ———————— Holter Reservoir Fishing Report by FWP (June 24, 2024) Walleye fishing continues to be good near the Clay Banks on the lower end of…
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When the hatch happens
When the flies hatch, the flies will hatch! Take a look at what can happen when you are on a boat during a hatch. View this post on…
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Fishing Report by Madison River Outfitters 6.24.24
Montana Hebgen: We’re seeing plenty of Callibaetis hatching on and around the lake, as well as a strong hatch of midges continuing. A good number of gulpers have been spotted on…
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.24.24
Canyon Ferry: The walleye bite is picking up with anglers finding success from the Silos to Hole in the Wall, around Ponds 1 and 4, and Hellgate while using bottom bouncers…
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Hell Creek Ladies Walleye Tournament Results
This past Saturday, Hell Creek Marina buzzed with excitement as 30 teams competed in the Ladies Hell Creek Walleye Tournament. The perfect weather brought in female anglers from all around…
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Fischer, Hinderager win first place at Canyon Ferry Walleye Festival!
Congratulations to Ty Hinderager and Matt Fischer! Seventy-four teams competed in the Canyon Ferry Walleye Tournament this weekend. In first place was the team of Ty Hinderager and Matt Fischer…
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2024 Canyon Ferry Walleye Classic Results – Day One
This year’s Canyon Ferry Walleye Tournament has 74 teams battling it out! Ty Hinderager from Ft Shaw and Matt Fischer from Helena are leading the pack on day one with…
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Youngsters reeling in the walleye
Jesse Gullion from Helena shared a fun photo with this caption: These girls hammered the walleye on Fresno while we were fishing with Josh Parrow at Parrow’s Guide Service’s LLC Nice work,…
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When fishing turns freaky…
Nature always has a way of surprising us. Keep your eyes peeled on your next catch – you never know what you might find!
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report 6.17.24
Canyon Ferry: Walleye action is improving with anglers finding success around White Earth, between the Silos and Pond 4 and from the Silos to Hole in the Wall while using bottom…
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Young angler with Nice Walleye
Despite the cold and windy weather conditions at Fort Peck this weekend, Matthew Moline from Lewistown managed to catch a couple of impressive walleyes. His determination and skill shone through,…
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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 6.13.24
Fresno is 92% full. Inflow 416 cfs & outflow 685 cfs. Walleye fishing is good. Fish the mid and main lake points in 10-15’ of water for best results. Most…
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Upper Salmon River Chinook Season Update by IDFG 6.12.24
Hi everyone, I’d guess many of you have heard already, but for those that have not, this morning the IDFG commission approved our proposal for a Chinook season in the…
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FWP News: Lake Elmo was Stocked Two Days Ago
Exciting news from Lake Elmo! On June 11, 400 Yellowstone cutthroat trout, measuring 6 to 16 inches, were stocked from the Yellowstone River Trout Hatchery in Big Timber. FWP reminds…
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