Outdoors
What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.
Wolf report shows stable population numbers through 2021
In the past season, a total of 273 wolves were taken, 148 by hunters and 125 by trappers, according to figures fro…
Public comment period extended for Montana hunting regulations
The deadline for public comment on the 2022-23 hunting regulation proposals has been extended from Jan. 14 to Jan. 21.
Wildlife officials start feeding elk in central Idaho
KETCHUM, Idaho (AP) — Idaho wildlife officials have started feeding elk west of Ketchum and Sun Valley in central Idaho to keep them out of populated areas.
Organizers gathering suggestions on boosting Troy's outdoor activities
Organizers with an outdoor access program are compiling public feedback on a plan intended to guide the management of recreational opportunities in the Troy ar…
Hunting regulation changes remain open for public comment
A series of proposed changes to hunting regulations, including an adjustment to the mule deer season in Lincoln County, is open for public comment.
FWP finalizes purchase of 772 acres near Columbia Falls
Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks closed a deal Tuesday afternoon to purchase 772 acres of prime wildlife habitat along the Flathead River just east of Columbia Falls from the Columbia Falls Aluminum Co., and its par…
FWP takes comment on upcoming fishing contests
State officials have opened public comments for open-water fishing contests in 2022, including angling competitions in Lake Koocanusa and the Thompson Chain of Lakes.
‘Firestorm’ of public comment leads FWP to rethink elk management proposals
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has backpedaled on a controversial elk management strategy after a public response that FWP Director Henry “Hank” Worsech desc…
New conservation agreement aims to protect grizzlies north of Whitefish
A 100-acre piece of prime grizzly bear habitat will remain open and undeveloped near Tamarack Creek north of Whitefish, thanks to the efforts of a conservation-minded landowner and the Vital Ground Foundation.
Nature reserve buys ranch, grows to more than 700 square miles
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A privately-owned nature reserve that's trying to build a Connecticut-sized park where bison and other wildlife can freely roam on the U.S. Northern Plains says it is purchasing a 50-square m…
FWP to survey hunters
State officials are seeking feedback from hunters in a push to understand the results of the 2021 season.
Montana advances grizzly bear plans that could allow hunting
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Montana wildlife officials on Tuesday advanced plans that could allow grizzly bear hunting in areas around Glacier and Yellowstone natio…
American Forest Resource Council lines up against Ripley suit
A regional trade association has signed on against a lawsuit that aims to stop a controversial forestry project south of Libby.
Visitors flock to Montana state parks
Montana state parks saw a surge in visitation for the second year in a row with more than 2.9 million visitors passing through the public lands between January and September.
Massive conservation easement a done deal
The Trust for Public Land, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, and Stimson Lumber Co. recently completed a project that permanently protects the resources on mor…
Chronic wasting disease found in two deer in Idaho
LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) — Idaho wildlife managers say two deer killed in north-central Idaho have tested positive for chronic wasting disease. It's the first time…