So much of the Montana way of life involves the landscape and wildlife of our great state. Read below for the latest stories related to activities of the Department of Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks. For information on licenses, state parks, and camping, visit their website.
Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks

Thief Netted for Breaking Into Montana Fishing Access Pay Station
Ah, the self-pay honor systems. You hope they are mostly adhered to.

New Law Addresses What’s Fair From the Air for Montana Hunting
When technology tangles with tradition, proposed/signed legislation like this is bound to take flight.

Why Montana Boaters Have One Less Sticker to Worry About
“This new law eliminates a confusing and unnecessary piece of bureaucracy for boat owners.”

Disturbing Waterfowl Die-Off Study Concluded By Montana FWP
There is an element of good news-bad news to this, but still a pretty sad conclusion.

Mussel-Fouled Tugboat on the Run Finally Pulled Over in Montana
Just because the boat had been out of the water for two days does not mean there wasn't a threat.

Montana Man Found Guilty of Seven Criminal Counts of Poaching
These types of hideous wildlife crimes are much more enjoyable to post when there has been an actual verdict.

Montana News Roundup: Griz Killed; Angry ‘Cats Sue Trump
A grizzly bear encounter turns deadly for a shed hunter in Dupuyer.

Barring Lawsuits, These Are the New Rules for Montana Wolves
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is updating its 2025 Wolf Management Plan, reflecting over 25 years of public input since wolves were reintroduced to the Northern Rockies.

Thanks to Tips, Montana Hunters Pay Price for an Illegal Elk Kill
Thanks to concerned citizens, we have another solved case of poaching sleaze.

A Montana Antler Hunting Need-to-Know and More Poaching Updates
Here's another example of a Montana outdoor recreation activity you never used to have to plan well in advance for.