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
Montana Hunters: Leap on Leftover Licenses Starting Monday
It will take some online submissions. Maybe not your favorite, but it could be worth the effort.
Sentencing for Man Illegally Trafficking Animal Parts in Montana
Looking at the charges, it appears Montana black bears got the worst of it. But other species suffered some losses, too.
Best Way to Find Camping Spots at Montana’s Hidden State Parks
You'll have to do a lot more work these days to get the hell away from other people in Montana, but IT IS still possible. We just have to adjust our destinations and find legal lands or State Parks that aren't at the top of everyone's list.
Montana FWP Holds Press Conference on Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Some birds in Montana have been tested recently and found to be infected with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, which has been confirmed in central and western states, including Montana.
Montana 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.
Montana Anglers Asked to Kill This Fish in the Yellowstone River
Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks is asking anglers to voluntarily kill smallmouth bass in the upper Yellowstone River until an emergency rule can be implemented.
Critical Boat Inspection Stations to Start This Month in Montana
The first line of defense against aquatic invasive species.
Millions Visit Montana State Parks in 2021
Continued popularity for our state parks.
Volunteers Help Rescue Madison River Fish After Dam Malfunction
The Governor's Office, MT FW&P, and Northwestern Energy are closely monitoring the situation and working to fix the malfunction. Meanwhile, volunteers are stepping up to help save fish.
Hunting Camps See Less Success in Western Montana
Not a record-breaking year in either direction - up or down.