Introduction to Montana’s Winter Fishery: Burbot When the temperatures drop and Montana’s lakes freeze over, many anglers turn their attention to the unique opportunities ice fishing offers. Among the species that thrive beneath the ice is the burbot, a cold-water fish often overlooked but highly prized by those who pursue it. Sometimes nicknamed the “poor […]
Current Ice Conditions at Lake Sutherlin and Newlan Reservoir As winter progresses in Montana, anglers are keeping a close eye on ice thickness and safety before heading out onto frozen waters. Recent reports indicate that both Lake Sutherlin and Newlan Reservoir currently have ice measuring between 10 and 12 inches thick. This depth generally supports […]