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.
Beware the Horrifying ‘Zombie Deer’ Disease in Montana
They say that it resembles something straight out of The Walking Dead. An animal that is literally just a bag of bones, shuffling aimlessly through the trees.
Hunting Season in Southwest Montana Off to a Great Start
Hunters are having above-average success in some areas of southwest Montana.
Big Game Hunter Dies After Zombie Deer Comes Back from The Dead
A story that will haunt you while you hunt. A story of a deer hunter who died after a deer he shot attacked him.
It’s Legal to Own a Lion or Tiger in the State of Montana
There are some animals that are illegal to own in Montana, but lions and tigers aren't on that list.
Stage Two Fire Restrictions Lifted from Northwestern Montana
Fire managers across western and northwestern Montana have lifted Stage Two fire restrictions, according to Education and Program Manager Dillon Tabish with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
Grizzly Bear Attacks and Injures Two People Near Ennis
Two hikers received minor injuries in an encounter with a grizzly bear on Tuesday near Ennis, Montana.
Fishing Closures and Restrictions For Rivers in SW Montana
Many rivers in southwest Montana currently have fishing restrictions and closures.
MT Officials Kill Grizzly Likely Involved in Tuesday’s Attack
On Thursday night, a large male grizzly bear was killed near the area where a woman was attacked on Tuesday.
Montana Officials Say Don’t Pester Wildlife During the Heat
MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks urges tourists and locals alike to avoid unnecessary encounters with wildlife during the drought and heatwave affecting the state.
Officials Concerned About Montana Rivers
Hot and dry conditions are having their effect.
Montana Is Pretty ‘Fishy’ – In A Good Way
A new high school project introduces students to fish ecology.
Popular River Recreation Area Near Billings Adds 25 New Acres
The Sundance Recreation Area near Laurel just opened up 25 additional acres of riverfront access.