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.
Annual Montana FWP Youth Deer Hunt is This Week
The deer hunt is this Thursday and Friday!
FWP: Two More Montana Big Game Animals Killed, Left to Waste
Montana's general big game rifle season is on the horizon. And once again that horizon has been darkened.
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.
How can you prevent the problem?
In one case a car was a complete loss when the bear got trapped.