Early March still means cold water on Montana’s Stillwater River, but stabilizing flows and a gradual warming trend are helping trout show…
As North Central Montana waters warm after ice-out, anglers are reporting the jig bite is back. In a new FISH HEAD ASSASSIN…
Anglers are finding lake trout deep off Rock Creek at Fort Peck Reservoir, but a warm front is putting ice stability in…
Big Changes Ahead for 2026 Fishing Seasons in the West Reports indicate that Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, and several other western states…
Winter Fishing Landscape in Montana Early February in Montana continues to challenge anglers with unpredictable conditions. While colder temperatures generally promote ice…
Reports indicate Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is investigating an apparent illegal introduction of northern pike into a small pond in…
Some days on the ice, you don’t need a limit to feel like you won. One thick, clean fish—measured, photographed, and admired…
Reports indicate the Gates of the Mountains area near Helena is opening for fishing access today, with an early-morning start. If you’re…
Introducing Women to Ice Fishing in Kalispell Montana’s winter fishing scene is evolving, with a growing number of women eager to explore…
Introduction to Montana’s Under-Ice Burbot When winter blankets Montana’s lakes with ice, anglers often focus on trout and northern pike, but another…
Quick Takeaways The Hebgen Lake Ice Fishing Tournament is entering its 14th year near West Yellowstone. Prize pool is expected to be…
Introduction to Hebgen Lake’s Winter Fishing Scene As the cold Montana winter sets in, anglers gear up for one of the state’s…
Quick Takeaways Winter weather in Montana is expected to be variable, with some cold snaps but overall milder conditions in parts of…
Current Ice Status at Duck Creek, Fort Peck Recent reports from anglers and local outdoor enthusiasts indicate that the ice thickness at…
Quick Takeaways Cold temperatures persist but lake ice remains inconsistent across Montana. Anglers report mixed success on open water and early ice…
Empowering Women on Montana’s Ice Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is reportedly organizing a women’s ice fishing workshop in Kalispell this…
Introduction: Unlocking Winter Fishing Potential As Montana’s lakes freeze over and anglers trade their rods for ice augers, the quest for a…
Winter Fishing on Helena Reservoirs: What Anglers Need to Know As winter deepens across Montana, local anglers are turning their attention to…
Walleye Catch Limits Under Review in Minnesota Recent reports indicate that Minnesota fisheries managers are contemplating reducing the daily walleye harvest limit…
Ice Fishing Activity Gaining Momentum in Flathead Valley As winter deepens across northwestern Montana, anglers are increasingly heading out onto the frozen…
Introduction to Montana’s Winter Fishery: Burbot When the temperatures drop and Montana’s lakes freeze over, many anglers turn their attention to the…
Current Ice Conditions at Lake Sutherlin and Newlan Reservoir As winter progresses in Montana, anglers are keeping a close eye on ice…
Federal Support Shines Light on Fish Hatchery Enhancements Recent developments in fish hatchery funding across the country may hold lessons for Montana’s…