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.
REMINDER: Leave Baby Animals in Montana Alone
Montana FWP sent out a reminder to leave baby animals alone and to be mindful of diseases.
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.
Two Montana Men Pay the Price for Hideous Fish, Wildlife Crimes
“This case took a few years, but thanks to the hard work of our game wardens, we are glad to finally wrap this case up.”
Hunter Shoots Grizzly Bear Outside Missoula
Local hunter in Missoula County shoots charging grizzly bear, highlighting increased bear presence near urban areas.
Grizzly Bear Euthanized After Multiple Conflicts in Montana
Please report bear conflicts immediately to FWP or your tribal wildlife management agency.
Epic New Year’s Hikes In Montana
Since Mother Nature hasn't figured out that it's supposed to be winter, we might as well get out and enjoy the trails!
Judge limits wolf trapping in favor of grizzly bears
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks must cut its wolf trapping season back to six weeks across the western two-thirds of the state.
Should You Save a Wild Animal in Montana If It Is in Distress?
In regards to animals in Montana, the Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks website has explicit instructions:
The Fate of Three Montana Grizzly Cubs Who Lost Their Mama
You've heard this before. Too much food-conditioned (and people-conditioned) behavior on the part of a large wild animal seldom ends well.
Don't Eat That Fish! Chemicals Found in Yellowstone River Fish
Fish tested after the derailment of a train into the Yellowstone River came back positive for chemicals similar to those found in oil and plastic.