Due to rising water temperatures, 13 popular rivers and streams are currently under hoot owl restrictions, per Montana FW&P, with no fishing from 2 PM to midnight.
Tackle, bait, and advice are all free. The 26th annual Kids Fishing Day at Laurel Pond is a great opportunity for children to go fishing. Hosted by the Montana Pike Masters Billings Chapter, the event is from 9 - 3 on Saturday, June 1.
Montana has some real gems when it comes to state parks. National parks sometimes get all the accolades, especially when you've got Glacier and Yellowstone out your backdoor. But Montana's state parks are some of the best in the country. If it's been a while since you've discovered a new one, might we suggest one of these...
Fishing in Yellowstone National Park comes with unique rules and regulations. If you catch three types of fish in certain areas the Park, you're required to kill them.
Two Jordan, Montana boys came away with the championship at the Governor's Cup Walleye Tournament in Fort Peck, Montana. And Governor Greg Gianforte netted a personal best while he fished in the tournament once again.