Every fall, birds are released across state lands, carefully chosen for their rich habitat, inviting both seasoned hunters and eager newcomers alike to step into the great outdoors. This initiative serves a dual purpose: to ignite a passion for hunting in those newly venturing into the field and to foster a sense of stewardship for the stunning landscapes that define our state. In Montana, the

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is still searching for a photo to put on the front cover of the 2026 Fishing Regulations and a child’s drawing for the back cover. They’re looking for unique or unusual photos, perhaps a state record fish or a fish never previously seen on the cover. Help FWP show what diverse fish can be found in Montana. Photo Contest • Photo must be vertical (portrait)

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Havre hunter check station has been open on weekends since the beginning of antelope general and pheasant (Oct. 11-12) through the last two weekends of general deer and elk opener and will continue through the end of general deer and elk rifle season on Nov. 30. Overall this year, hunter numbers are slightly down from last year and the longterm average

Wolf Point’s football standout Da’Shaun Jackson has been selected to play in the 2025 Native All-American game at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sunday, Dec. 14. Jackson will be coached by former NFL players Derek Fine, Ahman Green, Levi Horn and Chase Johnson. There will be college recruiters at the game and national media reporting. The honor recognizes Jackson as one of Indian Country’s

The Lustre Lions earned fourth place at the District 3C volleyball tournament held in Saco during the weekend. Lustre opened tournament action with a 25-19, 25-15, 2513, victory over Nashua. The Lions then fell to defending state champion Circle by an 8-25, 12-25, 13-25, final. Lustre stayed alive by beating Frazer 25-6, 25-8, 25-9. The Lions were eliminated by Scobey, 10-25, 12-25,