Outdoors
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Howe Ridge fire creates forest transformation
Two years ago the Howe Ridge Fire burned about 14,500 acres in Glacier National Park. The fire was infamous for ...
Climate change, habitat loss threaten iconic bird species
Etched in the early score of Beethoven’s “Pastoral Symphony” are the names of several birds whose songs are reminiscent of various instruments in the piece’s...
More hunting could be had at local refuges
The federal government has made a proposal to increase hunting and fishing chances on wildlife refuges across the country, including two in Western Montana.
In trying times, Nelson takes the helm of Glacier Institute
It wasn’t that long ago that Anthony Nelson was brushing the teeth of his favorite hippopotamus or feeding endangered African penguins.
Somers Beach comment period extended
The comment period for the proposed Somers Beach state park along Flathead Lake’s north shore has been extended to Wednesday.
Nonresident boaters will need new pass before launching in Montana
Nonresident boaters and anglers visiting Montana will see new rules regarding aquatic invasive species this year, including a fee reduction for anglers.
Flathead warns about Coram forest
Flathead National Forest would like to remind the public there are additional protection measures in effect in the Coram Experimental Forest to preserve long-term research efforts in the area.
Author says wilderness experience still exists in National Parks
Whitefish author and adventurer Becky Lomax says there’s a place to experience wilderness where one doesn’t expect it: our national parks.
Canyon Ferry restrictions lifted
Restrictions on Canyon Ferry reservoir boat launches have been removed allowing all boaters to access all boat ramps this year, Montana Fish, wildlife and Parks has announced. FWP says it sought to remove the lau...
Of lynx and fire
It didn’t take long for biologists to discern which animals left behind the first few sets of snowy tracks.
Frozen Moose more than just logging, Forest Service says
The Forest Service aims to accomplish much more than homeowner protection from wildfires through the Frozen Moose Project. That was the message presented by ...
FWP Commission declines to extend wolf season in Region 1
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission voted Feb. 13 to maintain the wolf hunting and trapping seasons and bag limit in Region 1 per 2019 regulations, desp...
2019 saw another 50-plus grizzly mortalities
For the second year in a row, 51 grizzly bear deaths were recorded across the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem in 2019. That ties 2018’s record.
FWP makes changes to 2020 licenses, will use regular paper
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ licensing process is becoming more digitally streamlined this year. Hunters and anglers can anticipate a few changes when they buy their 2020 licenses starting March 1. Ultimatel...
FWP seeks volunteers to teach hunter ed
Montana’s hunting legacy depends on active, skilled and ethical hunters who pass on their traditions to new generations and Montana needs more volunteer instructors, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks says.