Grizzly Bears due in Federal Court before Judge Dana Christensen
Whether the Yellowstone Ecosystem Grizzly Bears will remain delisted from the Endangered Species Act and thus be hunted in the west will be decided on Thursday before Federal Judge Dana Christensen...
View ArticleFrustration Over Federal Judge's Grizzly Bear Ruling from RMEF
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the Sportsmen’s Alliance stated on Tuesday that they are diametrically opposed to the ruling by Federal Judge Dana Christensen that restored endangered species...
View ArticleElk Harvest Drops Significantly in West Central Montana
Hunting season is almost over for West Central Montana. Continue reading…
View ArticleImportant Changes for Those Getting Fishing and Hunting Licenses
March 1 marks the new license year for Montana fishermen and women and for hunters, as well. Continue reading…
View ArticleMSSA President Gary Marbut on Governor Bullock and Hunting
Montana Shooting Sports Association President Gary Marbut recently sent a letter to Governor Steve Bullock regarding a fear that he might consider a moratorium on all hunting as part of his COVID 19...
View ArticleMontana FWP Encourages Montanans to Welcome new Neighbors
COVID 19 has drawn thousands of new families to Montana over the course of the pandemic for the chance to enjoy the privilege of living in Big Sky Country. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Hunting is Impressive, But So is Hunting in Alaska
This is why my landlord couldn't fix my oven last week. Continue reading…
View Article18 Cool Things to See at the New SCHEELS Store in Missoula
Have you been yet? Here are some fun things you'll find. Continue reading…
View ArticleDaines Lobbies for Bill to Simplify Access to Public Lands
Montana Senator Steve Daines spoke at a Senate hearing on Wednesday to ask for support of a bill with the acronym SOAR (Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation Act). Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Fish Wildlife and Parks Introduces New Mobile App
Montana hunters and fishermen know the frustration of soggy, ripped or even missing hunting and fishing licenses, deer or elk tags. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Fish and Wildlife Commission Confirms Grizzly Bear Hunting Plan
On Thursday, the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission spent all day going over sometimes controversial subjects, with what spokesman Ron Aasheim said was ' a lot of passion'. Continue reading…
View ArticleCampers in National Forests Worried About Target Shooting
Campers in Montana's national forests are getting skittish as more sportsmen take advantage of rules that allow target shooting, even though they comply with the rules. Continue reading…
View ArticleFun, Free Event on June 25th in Missoula
The incredible event is taking place from 11am-4pm on Saturday June 25th Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana Grizzly Hunt Rules Challenged in Court
Animal advocates are suing Montana officials over rules for grizzly bear hunts that would kick in if the U.S. government moves ahead with its proposal to lift the animals' federal protections. Continue...
View ArticleWestern Montana Fish and Game Association Free Public Sight-In Day
The Western Montana Fish and Game Association invites you to a free public sight-in day at their Deer Creek Shooting Center. Continue reading…
View ArticleWestern Montana Hunters Harvest Exactly the Same Number of Animals as 2015
So far, general rifle season for Western Montana appears to be a carbon copy of 2015. Continue reading…
View ArticleSlow Start to Hunting Season in Western Montana, Number of Hunters and Elk...
Hunting season is off to a slow start in Western Montana according to FWP Public Information Officer Vivaca Crowser, but things might look better for hunters soon. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana FWP Is Investigating Two Poaching Cases
Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks is looking for information about two poaching cases that occurred over the weekend. Continue reading…
View ArticleSo far, only 6.9 Percent of Western Montana Hunters Have Harvested Game
If you haven't been able to harvest any game... don't feel too bad. It's been a tough early hunting season this year. Continue reading…
View ArticleA Potential Wave Of Snow Could Mean Good News For Elk Hunters
Elk hunters have had an extremely difficult year in western Montana and most are blaming the lack of snowfall, which would help push elk into lower altitudes and make them easier to track. Continue...
View ArticleFour Mountain Lions Killed Near Missoula Bus Stop After Hunting Pet Dog
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks euthanized four mountain lions in Missoula this week. Continue reading…
View ArticleMissoula-Area Hunter Confronted by Anti-Hunting Advocate, Harassment Law...
Montana's public lands are used for lots of different kinds of recreation, but sometimes folks don't see eye-to-eye on what is appropriate. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana FWP Says ‘Opening Rifle Season Numbers Best They Have Had in Years’
Opening weekend 2017 is behind us but how successful were some Montana hunters? Continue reading…
View ArticleChronic Wasting Disease Has Been Discovered In Montana For The First Time
Last month, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks ramped up their surveillance for chronic wasting disease because it was discovered in neighboring states. Continue reading…
View ArticleNo Further Cases of Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Montana
Montana had its first two cases of Chronic Wasting Disease diagnosed in two mule deer out of Carbon County this season Continue reading…
View ArticleHunting Season Ends on High Note, More Doe Opportunities Likely
This past weekend was the end of general rifle season and although there were about one thousand less hunter trips recorded, Fish, Wildlife and Parks Public Information Officer Vivica Crowser says the...
View ArticleMontana FWP Discusses The Idea Of Delisting Grizzly Bears
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks recently participated in the fall NCDE grizzly bear meetings. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana FWP Hunting Regulation Proposals Open For Public Comment
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks are holding public meetings throughout the state about possible hunting changes. Continue reading…
View ArticleBitterroot Brewery Pint Night This Sunday for RMEF
This Sunday something fun is going on in Hamilton at the Bitterroot Brewery. They will be raising awareness for the RMEF Banquet coming up in April. Continue reading…
View ArticleLargest Bull Elk Ever Taken in Montana Now on Display at RMEF
The largest non-typical bull elk ever taken in Montana is currently on display at the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s World Headquarters here in Missoula. Continue reading…
View ArticleMontana bill will make groups suing over hunting, trapping pay bonds
A bill on Gov. Greg Gianforte’s desk would require a judge to place a bond and collect securities from plaintiffs who are seeking injunctions that prevent the ability to hunt or harvest wild game in...
View ArticleDeer With Message Painted on Side Prompts Dire Warning
Wildlife officials are warning residents to not keep wild deer as pets as they continue to search for deer wearing a collar. Continue reading…
View ArticleIs This Montana's Most Popular Firearm?
Montanans love their firearms with over 65 percent of the adult population owing at least one. But which firearm is the most popular in Montana? Continue reading…
View ArticleLuxury Duck Blinds Have Hunters Taking A More Posh Approach
Duck hunters are stepping up their duck blind game by adding full kitchens, TVs and even couches. Continue reading…
View ArticleHunters Scoring Big in Central Montana This Year
Central Montana's hunting season sees great success this year with high game harvest and increased hunter turnout! Continue reading…
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