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Belted Galloways on the Northern Plains: Could the “Oreo” Cattle Fit Montana Ranches?
Drive any Montana backroad long enough and you’ll see the full range of cattle types that make sense here: big-bodied Angus and…
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Tighter Cattle Numbers, Steady Beef Demand: What the Next Turn in the Cycle Could Mean for Montana
After a few tough years of weather, input costs, and herd liquidation, market watchers are increasingly focused on a familiar theme: the…
Fishing
Montana Outdoor Podcast tees up a Flathead Lake dam conversation with Energy Keepers CEO
Montana Outdoor Podcast lists a segment titled “MORS Podcast: This Changes Everything We Thought We Knew About the Dam on Flathead Lake!”…
Fishing
Fort Peck Fishing Outlook 2026: What Anglers Should Expect
Updated February 2026 Fort Peck Reservoir is shaping up to be a steady, predictable fishing year in 2026. Water levels are expected…
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Winter tells on us: fly reels, mild days, and why drag suddenly matters
If you’ve ever “checked one reel” and lost half an afternoon online, you know the season—even when the weather won’t admit it.…
Fishing
New Insights on Flathead Lake Dam Discussed on Montana Outdoor Radio Show
Flathead Lake’s dam was the focus of the February 7th episode of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show, which discussed new perspectives about…
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Winter 2026: Planning Your Stay in Yellowstone’s Interior
For Montana hunters, anglers, ranchers, and farmers, Yellowstone National Park is a treasured neighbor and a symbol of wild, rugged landscape. While…
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American Prairie Fights BLM Over Bison Grazing Permit Revocation in Montana
Background: Bison Grazing Permits in Montana American Prairie, a large conservation group operating in north-central Montana, has reportedly challenged a recent decision…
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Montana Outdoor Enthusiast’s Critical Yellowstone Rescue Highlights Importance of Preparedness
Quick takeaways Remote terrain in Yellowstone and Montana demands careful planning and safety measures. Traveling with companions can be lifesaving during emergencies…
Fishing
Western States Announce Key Fishing Regulation Changes for 2026 Season
Big Changes Ahead for 2026 Fishing Seasons in the West Reports indicate that Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, and several other western states…
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Montana Group Sues Lincoln County Over Mining Waste Records Amid Lake Koocanusa Concerns
Introduction Concerns about mining waste impacting Montana’s water quality have taken a legal turn as a Montana environmental organization has filed a…
Fishing
Midwinter Fishing in Montana: Navigating Changing Ice and Water Conditions
Winter Fishing Landscape in Montana Early February in Montana continues to challenge anglers with unpredictable conditions. While colder temperatures generally promote ice…
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Inside Yellowstone’s Remote ‘Animal Boneyard’: A Harsh Natural Cycle for Montana’s Wildlife
Yellowstone’s Hidden Animal Boneyard: What It Is
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Winter Yellowstone: What the Park’s Cold-Season Calm Signals for Montana Outdoors
When Yellowstone settles into winter, the park changes character in a hurry. Roads close, steam rises off thermal basins, and the crowds…
Ranching
March 1 livestock reporting deadline: what Montana producers need to have ready
Across Montana, late winter is when paperwork meets the realities of feeding cows, calving, and keeping equipment running. Reports indicate that one…
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Dogs in Yellowstone: The Straight Rules Montana Owners Need Before You Go
Montanans are used to taking a good dog just about everywhere—checking pivots, riding fence, chasing roosters, or riding along to town. Yellowstone…
Fishing
Illegal Pike Reported in Kalispell Pond: Why FWP Is Worried About a Trout Fishery
Kalispell-area anglers are being urged to pay attention after reports indicate a northern pike showed up in Pine Grove Pond—a small, heavily…
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Yellowstone’s ‘Bone Zones’: Why Some Drainages Collect the Park’s Dead Wildlife
Hunters, ranchers, and anyone who’s spent time in big country knows certain places seem to “hold” bones. In and around Yellowstone, reports…
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Yellowstone Wolf Killing Rekindles Poaching Concerns Along Montana’s Park Border
Reports indicate a high-profile Yellowstone National Park wolf—one frequently seen by visitors—was illegally killed, prompting renewed attention on wolf poaching and the…
Fishing
Illegal Pike Stocking Reports Put a Kalispell Pond—and Nearby Waters—On Alert
Reports indicate Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is investigating an apparent illegal introduction of northern pike into a small pond in…
Fishing
Live Sonar Pushback Hits Tournaments—What Montana Anglers Should Watch Next
Forward-facing sonar—often called “live sonar” or “live scope”—has changed the way many anglers fish. It can show fish and structure in real…
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Beyond Yellowstone: A Montana Outdoors Guide to National Park Scenery—and How to Visit Without the Crowds
Every summer, a fresh wave of “most beautiful national parks” lists makes the rounds, and Yellowstone is almost always in the conversation.…
Fishing
Georgetown Lake’s Friendly Fish Brag: Winter Weigh-Ins, Local Prizes, and a Reason to Stay Late
Some days on the ice, you don’t need a limit to feel like you won. One thick, clean fish—measured, photographed, and admired…
Fishing
Gates of the Mountains fishing access returns: what to know before you go
Reports indicate the Gates of the Mountains area near Helena is opening for fishing access today, with an early-morning start. If you’re…
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A Neighbor-State Poaching Case Is a Reminder: Shortcuts in the Field Can Cost You Big
When wildlife cases make headlines, it’s usually not because someone made one small mistake. More often, it’s a chain of choices—cut corners,…