What Every Hiker Should Know About Finding Red Paint on Trees
You’re hiking through the woods and spot a tree with red paint. What does it really mean for your outdoor adventure?
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If You See This Weird Cocoon Thing in Montana, Don’t Smash It
Wondering about that strange bundle in your garden? It’s a praying mantis egg sac! These beneficial insects help control pests. Learn why you should leave them be and their growing presence in Montana gardens.
Community-driven Shooting Range Project Kicks Off Near Billings
There's a buzz in the air about a members-only shooting range north of Billings. It promises to turn the page on our local shooting scene.
Off to the SHOT Show, World's Biggest Gun/Outdoor Gear Show
A retired FBI guy, a retired CIA guy, a bunch of Montanans, and some Hollywood stunt men. That's the kind of people you will randomly run into at the SHOT Show in Vegas. We are headed back to the SHOT Show this week!
The Fielder Guide, How Montana Could Better Manage Wolves
I don't know about you, but I thought it was great to see that a couple of Montana lawmakers filed suit to reduce the number of wolves in the state.
Heads Up for Montana Archery and Upland Game Bird Hunters
The grizzlies are not as endangered as some want you to think they are, so heads up- as you upland bird and archery hunters definitely could be in danger.
Montana's Only Chinook Salmon Fishery, You May Be Surprised Where
When you tell people that they can go Chinook Salmon fishing in Montana, they get pretty excited. When you tell them where, they also typically get surprised.
Grok's AI Platform Helped in a Pinch on the Lake in Montana
Great. Here we are on the beautiful Flathead Lake, and the boat won't start. That's when I turned to AI and had the pontoon up and running in 30 seconds.
Could Montana Have a New State Flower?
Sunflowers are more than just a pretty face in the garden; they’re playing a role in healing our land, especially in places like Butte and Libby.
The Innocent Weed That Could Give you Horrifying Blisters
What looks like an innocent bloom could be a real troublemaker. Find out why this yellow flower demands respect in your yard.
Crazy Crawdads on the Clark Fork River in Western Montana
Crawfish. Crawdads. Crayfish. Call em what you want, but check out these monsters in the Clark Fork River in Western Montana.
The Montana Plant That Will Kill In 15 Minutes
As you enjoy the great outdoors, keep your eyes peeled for a plant that could turn a peaceful hike into a serious emergency—this one’s not just a nuisance.