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Grizzly bear relocated to reduce conflict potential
JACKSON – After coordination with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department captured and relocated a subadult male grizzly bear on Aug. 26. The grizzly…
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COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES UM RESEARCH: NATIONAL PARKS SUPPORT WILDLIFE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THEIR BORDERS
MISSOULA – Scientists have long assumed that national parks help conserve wildlife and protect biodiversity. But is that truly the case? Fresh research from the University of Montana, international partners and…
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Montana State landscape design students integrate wildfire resilience and drought tolerance into novel project
BOZEMAN – The Bridger Foothills fire in 2020 burned around 8,000 acres along the south end of the Bridger Mountains, including more than 30 homes. Several residential neighborhoods were less…
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USDA Forest Service invests in restoring state, private and tribal forests in Montana, Idaho
Missoula, Mont. (August 29, 2023) – Today, the USDA Forest Service announced it will invest in four proposed projects in the Northern Region to restore forests across tribal, state and private lands. These funded projects mark the…
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Woman drowns on Delmoe Lake
On Sunday, 8/27/23, at 2109 hrs, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call regarding a male and female in distress who were kayaking on Delmoe Lake. The reporting…
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Michigan Man Sustains Thermal Burns in Yellowstone National Park
Jason D. Wicks, age 49, of Hillman, Michigan, was arraigned in federal court on August 23, 2023, facing criminal charges of off-trail travel in a Yellowstone National Park thermal area…
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Could a Montana hatchery be the source of nonnative trout in the Flathead basin?
A new article published last week in Fisheries Magazine, the monthly magazine of the American Fisheries Society, studied fish in Mill Creek, near the Creston Fish Hatchery and concluded the following: “Based on otolith…
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SHARP-TAILED GROUSE RESTORATION EFFORTS CONTINUE IN WESTERN MONTANA
MISSOULA – An effort to restore native sharp-tailed grouse to western Montana continues, and this fall Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is reminding hunters and others to be especially careful to…
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Tourism to Glacier National Park Contributes $548M to Local Economy
A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that approximately 2.9 million visitors to Glacier National Park in 2022 spent an estimated $368 million in communities near the park. That…
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Fungus that Causes White-Nose Syndrome in Bats Detected in the Pryor Mountains
Red Lodge, Montana, August 22, 2023—White-nose syndrome (WNS) was recently confirmed in Mystery Cave in the Pryor Mountains during a recent survey of bats. Mystery Cave, managed by the Bureau…
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FWP seeking comment on statewide fisheries management plan, fishing regulation proposals
HELENA – Montana’s famed fisheries provide amazing recreational opportunities, from blue ribbon trout streams in the west, to the world-famous Fort Peck Reservoir in the east. Montana Fish, Wildlife &…
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NRCS Sets Conservation Program Funding Application Date for October 27, 2023
BOZEMAN, Mont., August 21, 2023 – The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Montana is accepting applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), Regional…
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LOVEY DOVEY!!!
Dove season is just around the corner. Veteran dove hunters appreciate this fast shooting and tasty game bird. In most states, doves are considered migratory birds and require a special…
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Archery Hunting, Bird hunting, buck, Bull Elk, Cow elk, Deer, Education, Elk, How to, Hunter Education, Hunter Safety, Hunting, Hunting Traditions, Montana GrantETHICAL HUNTERS!!!
Hunting in Montana and other places is being ruined by non-ethical hunters, poachers, and loss of access to public and private lands. Years ago, Montana was a hunter friendly environment.…
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Best of, Bull Elk, Deer, Education, Elk, Gear, How to, Hunt in Montana, Hunter Safety, Hunting, meat, Montana GrantDRESSING!!!
I always wondered why gutting a critter is called “Dressing”. It does sound better “gutting” but you certainly do not put clothes or a salad onto a downed deer…
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The Block Management Hunting Access Guide is available!
The Block Management Hunting Access Guide is available! Hunters can request their BMA Access Guide online and can print individual BMA property maps and rules at https://fwp.mt.gov/hunt/access/blockmanagement/guide-maps These individual BMA…
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An Alarming Discovery on the Banks of the Salmon River??
by Joe DuPont First Smallmouth Bass, then Walleye, and now SALMON SHARKS! When are our salmon and steelhead going to catch a break? That’s right, you read correctly, Salmon Sharks! Calls and…
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NPS Approves Gunsight Lake Native Trout Preservation Project
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [August 14, 2023] – The National Park Service (NPS) has approved the Glacier National Park Westslope Cutthroat (WCT) and Bull Trout Preservation project at Gunsight Lake. On August 11, 2023, the Regional Director…
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NPS Seeks Public Input to Help Improve Visitor Experiences at Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [August 16, 2023] – Glacier National Park is seeking public feedback through September 30, 2023, on how visitors will access and experience the park in 2024. The park will host a series…
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SNACKLE BOX!!!
Outdoorsmen, women, and kids need snacks and treats to keep them fat, happy, and satisfied. Without a goodie box, hunger can overwhelm a good time. Back in the day, I…
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Glacier National Park Proposes Campground Fee Rate Changes
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [August 9, 2023] – Glacier National Park is proposing fee rate changes to most front country campgrounds in 2024 and Apgar Group Sites in 2025. Public comments on the proposed fee increases will be…
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Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests $712,665 in restoration and resilience in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – This year, Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks received funding from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) as part of a nationwide effort to restore natural habitats and address…
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Custer Gallatin Forest Releases Final Decision for the South Plateau Landscape Area Treatment Project
West Yellowstone, MT, August 7, 2023— The Custer Gallatin National Forest, Hebgen Lake Ranger District today released the Final Decision for the South Plateau Landscape Area Treatment Project. The 39,909-acre project area,…
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Governor Gianforte Calls on Feds To Protect Firearm and Archery Safety Programs
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today criticized the Biden administration for a recent interpretation of federal law that would eliminate federal education funding for archery and firearm safety courses in Montana schools.…
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Wealthy Californians Moved to Montana and Blocked Historic River Access
Warning–the following excerpt by Katie Hill via Outdoor Life might annoy you if you’re a Montanan. “A conflict in the state’s richest valley pitted out-of-state landowners against local hunters and…
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Woman mowing her lawn attacked by hawk and snake
Just as you settle into your household chores, specifically yard work, an unexpected encounter between a snake and a hawk might disrupt your peace. In a recent incident from Texas,…
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Black bears lethally removed after attacking man at his Teton Valley home
On Monday, July 31, a Teton Valley man was attacked and injured by a sow black bear with a cub as he opened the garage door of his home in…
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Wyoming Game and Fish Department investigates after individual injured by grizzly bear
LANDER – A man was injured Aug. 5 by a grizzly bear while working in the Shoshone National Forest northwest of Dubois. After receiving first aid from first responders the individual…
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Madison River Outfitters Fishing Report 8.7.23
The weather has cooled off but the fishing is HOT! Montana Hebgen: Fishing is good on the lake currently, but the weather at the moment may make things tricky. Anglers are…
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TROUT HUNTING!!!
Trout hunting season is on! Hunting trout requires a certain strategy, skills, and tackle. Seeing is believing when trout hunting. Successful Trout Hunters need great optics. Don’t get cheap when…
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Did You Know, Education, Fishing, Hunt in Montana, Hunter Education, Hunting, Hunting Traditions, Montana GrantMONTANA SCHOOLS DENIED FEDERAL FUNDS!!!
If Montana Schools teach hunting, archery, or classes that involve firearms, they will be denied federal funds. These federal funds are earmarked to make schools better. They are also being…
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Hard-sided Only Camping at Rattin and Sheridan Campgrounds due to Bear Activity
Red Lodge, MT, August 1, 2023—Starting August 1, 2023 until rescinded, only hard-sided campers will be allowed at the Rattin and Sheridan Campgrounds near Red Lodge, MT. “Due to grizzly…
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Nonnative brook trout discovered in Soda Butte Creek in Yellowstone National Park; Native fish restoration project resumes to remove nonnatives
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Yellowstone National Park, in coordination with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and Custer Gallatin National Forest, will resume the Soda Butte Creek Native Fish Restoration Project…
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Final Decision for Buffalo Creek Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout Conservation Project Released
Gardiner, MT (August 3, 2023) – The Custer Gallatin National Forest today released the Final Decision for the Buffalo Creek Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout Conservation Project. This effort is a partnership between Montana Fish,…
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Flathead National Forest Fire Update for August 3, 2023
alispell, MT, August 3, 2023 — As hot and dry weather conditions continue, firefighters continue working to contain several fires on the Flathead National Forest. Area closures are now in place for…
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It’s never too early to plan for hunting camp
Time is flying by for many, and before we know it, it will be time to head to elk camp. So, in preparation, check out this tasty deer camp cheese…
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NWTF and USDA Forest Service Collaborate to Tackle Wildfire Crisis in Montana
EDGEFIELD, S.C.—The National Wild Turkey Federation has teamed up with the USDA Forest Service in Montana’s Bitterroot National Forest to conduct forest restoration amid what has been deemed a wildfire…
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Hard-sided Only Camping at Rattin and Sheridan Campgrounds due to Bear Activity
Red Lodge, MT, August 1, 2023—Starting August 1, 2023 until rescinded, only hard-sided campers will be allowed at the Rattin and Sheridan Campgrounds near Red Lodge, MT. “Due to grizzly…
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Fire restrictions in place in Wheatland County
BILLINGS – Wheatland County entered Stage 1 fire restrictions last week. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks follows the county’s lead in placing fire restrictions on its properties within the county.…
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New small and remote wildland fire in Yellowstone National Park;
A visitor to Yellowstone National Park spotted the remote Hitching Post Fire about 5.5 miles south of the park’s Northeast Entrance Road and .5 miles east of the Lamar River Trail in Lamar Valley. The fire was likely ignited by lightning on July 25. …
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FWP News: License required for training bird dogs using birds not raised in captivity
Training season with wild birds on public lands begins Aug. 1 for residents HELENA –Anyone training bird dogs using game birds not raised in captivity needs to hold a bird dog…
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Hunting Kestrel Up Close
Have you ever seen a hunting kestrel up close? Kestrels hunt mostly by watching from a high perch, then swooping down to capture prey. Sometimes, especially when no good perch…
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Floating in Florida vs Floating in Montana
This is why floating in Florida is a little different than floating in Montana… (click the image below)
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Stage I Fire Restrictions Going into Effect in NW Montana
Kalispell, MT, July 26, 2023 — Interagency fire managers are implementing Stage I Fire Restrictions that will go into effect at 12:01am Saturday, July 29th, 2023 across the Flathead National…
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First confirmed 2023 wildland fire in Yellowstone National Park; Parkwide fire danger is now HIGH
On July 22, the first confirmed wildland fire of the season in Yellowstone National Park was detected by a visitor. The .1-acre lightning-ignited fire was located between Little Cottonwood Creek…
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Yellowstone announces lottery for 2023-2024 Non-Commercially Guided Snowmobile Access Program
MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WY – Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 1, people may apply to the 2023-2024 winter lottery for permits to snowmobile in Yellowstone National Park without a commercial guide. Authorized in…
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Forest Moves to VERY HIGH Fire Danger
Hamilton, MT, July 24 — Hot, dry conditions continue to dry fuels out, prompting the Bitterroot National Forest to raise fire danger to “Very High” effective immediately. Very high fire danger means…
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Grizzly euthanized in Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 21, 2023] – Glacier National Park officials, in coordination with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, euthanized a food-conditioned, five-year-old female grizzly bear on Thursday, July 20.…
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