Elk hunters interested in how Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks manages elk will get a chance to weigh in on the new draft elk management plan starting last week. The plan will be available on FWP’s website at fwp.mt.gov/aboutfwp/public- comment-opportunities/ draft-elk-plan. The public is invited to comment on the plan; deadline for comments is July 31. “We’re anxious for public input

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Hunter Education course dates have been set for Plentywood, with an in-person classroom course in the evenings of July 17 and 19 from 5-9 p.m. and on Saturday, July 22, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The class will be held at the Plentywood Trap Club. All hunter education classes are free of charge. In-person, instructor-led hunter education classroom courses are available

Everyone at one point in their lives has been told about the importance of awareness. Being aware of your surroundings or being aware of what you’re doing. The reason I write this article is to reiterate the importance of being aware of your surroundings. This year, as of July 1, we have already had 20-line tear downs/broken poles due to farm equipment. We all know equipment isn’t getting