This July, the Citizen’s Advisory Committee for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ Region 3 announced a plan to educate the Montana community on hunting ethics. Most Montana hunters are conservationists who hunt with strong ethical considerations. This is something that not all the population is aware of, and CAC member Dennis Nelson stated, “The future… Continue Reading
Brucellosis is a bacterial disease that frequently effects animals like bison, elk and cattle. Prevalent among bison who call Yellowstone National Park their home, The National Academy of Science has enlisted a group of scientists to study this problem and aid Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP); the National Park Service and others in preventing… Continue Reading
With over 30 million acres of public land, Montana has a vast array of animals that can be hunted. From antelope to mountain lions and wolverines, there are many different hunting seasons and regulations. There are also a few invasive species that are encouraged to be hunted. These species are a threat to the ecosystems… Continue Reading
For the past 25 years, bighorn sheep in the Tendoy Hunting District of Montana have been plagued with pneumonia. This disease is a top cause of mortality among the sheep and is extremely difficult to eradicate from a herd, since it can be carried by healthy members. The Tendoy sheep first became ill in 1993… Continue Reading
At the end of the 2014 elk hunting season, 40 percent of Montana hunting districts were still over overpopulated with elk. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, often called FWP, recently proposed an “Elk Shoulder Season” to aid in the reduction of elk populations throughout Montana. This plan will allow rifle hunting in certain districts before… Continue Reading
When going out on the hunting trail, it’s incredibly important to play by the rules. Not only does this put you on a fair playing level with all of the other outdoorsmen enjoying the Montana wilderness each hunting season, but also it can keep you safe in dangerous situations. As rifle season approaches the state… Continue Reading
When a vet or active military serviceman becomes disabled, one of the difficult aspects of returning to normal life is finding a recreational outlet that can be enjoyed like before. Physical activity for these former military professionals is greatly limited, greatly narrowing the variety of sports and other fun games that can be played. … Continue Reading
Anyone who has ever hunted in the vast wilderness available throughout the state of Montana is aware of the exorbitant fees required to legally harvest game. Montana has some of the highest hunting license fees in the country, and according to this piece from The Missoulian, it is the most expensive Western state for hunting… Continue Reading
Big game hunting is not a frivolous activity. Going on a hunting trip requires much planning and foresight. Hunters and anglers are well-oiled machines, especially in Montana. They are always thinking about the next trip, the next season. That’s why it’s important that their voices are heard. The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Region 2… Continue Reading
Ted Turner is a billionaire. He also “owns” many bison, including Yellowstone bison. Recently, four wildlife advocacy groups sued, arguing that bison should not be privatized. In their eyes, bison should roam freely across America’s green body. That image is so…American and it warms the heart. Some, however, do not feel the same way. Given… Continue Reading