Posts Tagged ‘montana fish wildlife’
Missoula Spring Fishing Report
By TONY REINHARDT- The new Montana fishing season started in March and it was a great month to be on the water. The Skwala stonefly hatch begins in March. ... more
Tips for Fishing Through the Hoot Owl Restrictions
By TONY REINHARDT-Many assume that because there are fishing restrictions then the fishing must not be very good, not true. Changing your strategy a little can pay off in these conditions.... more
Summer Forecast has FWP Keeping Close Watch on Streams
By JOLEEN TADEJ - With high temperatures and depleted snowpack runoff, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is gearing up now to protect fish from stress of low flows and elevated water temperatures.... more
Salmonfly Mania in Missoula
By TONY REINHARDT -The time has finally arrived! Many anglers wait all year to chase the Salmonfly hatch, and you won’t find a much better place to do it than in Missoula. ... more
Fewer Surplus Nonresident Elk and Deer Hunting Licenses Available
Beginning Monday, May 4, nonresident hunters can choose among Montana's surplus deer, elk and big game combination hunting licenses and purchase them online or the FWP office.... more
Amphibians in the Spring
By BRUCE AUCHLY - Among the many harbingers of spring are frogs peeping. Boreal frogs are heard everywhere in the spring and early summer. ... more
March Madness: Fly Fishing in Missoula, Montana (VIDEO)
By TONY REINHARDT-To most folks March Madness is all about filling out your bracket and the build up to the Final Four. But it means something entirely different to the avid anglers here in Missoula.... more
Missoula River Etiquette
By TONY REINHARDT -With the unbelievably nice weather everyone is looking to get outside so this is a great chance to discuss Missoula River Etiquette. ... more
Early Start to the Fishing Season
By TONY REINHARDT -This time last year we were buried in snow and brutal cold, but the unseasonably warm weather this February has jump started the fishing season for many local anglers.... more
Fall Days on the Radar
By ROB BREEDING - The fishing has grown increasingly good as the leaves succumb to gravity.... more
Fall Fly Fishing in Missoula–The Anglers’ Time
By TONY REINHARDT -For many Missoulians fall is their favorite time of year. Fly fishing is some of the best of the year and for dedicated anglers this is a perfect recipe for isolated rivers and great fishing.... more
Warm Flows Prompt “Hoot-Owl” Fishing On Dearborn, Smith and Sun Rivers
Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks has advised anglers on three central Montana rivers that all fishing will close daily from 2 p.m. to midnight until conditions improve; effective Aug. 8th.... more
Mid Summer Missoula Fishing Report
By TONY REINHARDT -The season is flying by! The fishing has been great in Missoula so far this year, and with plenty of water still in our rivers that should continue through the rest of the season. ... more
Going Home Again
By ROB BREEDING - I went back to one former home recently, my old stomping grounds in the Bitterroot Valley.... more
Do the Right Thing
By ROB BREEDING - The fish that were in Montana first are worthy of our best conservation efforts.... more
Summer Dry Fly Season in Missoula
By TONY REINHARDT - It seems that we have gone from spring to summer overnight in Missoula and the fly fishing transition has happened just as quickly--now is the time to get into the river.... more
The Next Generation–Take a Kid Fishing!
By TONY REINHARDT - Do you remember the first time you went fishing, or the first fish you caught? Odds are it was a father, grandpa, or mentor who took you out on that first trip. ... more
High Water Fishing Options in Western Montana
By TONY REINHARDT -Got the fishing bug? Wonder where can you scratch the itch in the middle of run-off season? The key to success this time of year lies more in your computer or smart phone than in your fly bo... more
Skwala Season Has Arrived in Western Montana
By TONY REINHARDT -Skwalamania has arrived in full force in western Montana. This much anticipated event of the fishing season was delayed by record snow and cold in February, but it is finally upon us. ... more
Fly Tying Season
By TONY REINHARDT - I am a fly tying procrastinator which isn’t a good thing in my line of work. As a full time guide I go through a lot of flies between March and October each year.... more
Elk Hunting: It’s a Young Person’s Game
By BRUCE AUCHLY - So why, you may ask, do I continue to go elk hunting. Each year it gets harder. The mountains are taller. My muscles ache more.... more
Hunters, The Time is NOW!
By TONY REINHARDT - Weather is a huge factor during hunting season and this latest storm front making its’ way through the state is what many hunters have been waiting for. ... more
Late Season Solitude
By TONY REINHARDT - This time of year you could have the whole river to yourself, and if you pick your days wisely you could get in 3-4 hours of quality fishing in the afternoon.... more
The Best Season of All
By TONY REINHARDT - It has been a long hot summer in Missoula, MT and we fly fishers eagerly welcome the cool weather of autumn. The next 30 days will offer some of the best dry fly fishing of the season.... more
Dog Days of Summer Fishing Tips
By TONY REINHARDT - August is typically one of the toughest months for visiting anglers. Hare are several things you can do to stack the deck in your favor and find plenty of Montana’s wild trout. ... more
Comment Sought on Fishing Regulations Changes
The Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission is seeking comment on proposed 2014 fishing regulations.... more
Getting Kids to a New Dentist? It’s not Like Pulling Teeth Anymore!
By KIM S. - Upon moving to Missoula, one of the first things we did is find a doctor and dentist for the kiddos. A fun dentist experience? Who knew?!... more
Missoula Gift Guide: Last Minute Gifts for Dad
By KIM S. - This blog post is for the women who like myself find themselves at the LAST minute wondering how they can make a Missoula Father’s Day special.... more