Montana Fly Fishing Magazine

06/23/2026

Enjoy local, delicious food and expert advice at Hillside Nursery this Friday!

06/12/2026

"The Backwater Fishing Board by Glide is built with space and stability in mind, which made it a comfortable option for a casual day on the water. And the SHARK 3 Rechargeable Electric SUP Pump by OutdoorMaster makes the setup process much easier."

The Backwater Fishing Board ($499) by Glide is built with space and stability in mind, which made it a comfortable option for a casual day on the water. Although I didn’t use it for fishing, it was easy to see how well it would work for that purpose.

06/12/2026

Willows by Jack Jelinski The essence of spring can be found in giant willows whose roots seek depths of sweet-scented earth to siphon water from subterranean streams quickening their leafy embrace of the moon. Go and sit amidst the bright halos of their delicate leaves budding greeny-

06/10/2026

The Yellowstone River is experiencing unprecedented recreational pressures. This is causing conflicts at fishing access sites, conflicts with landowners, increased pet waste, and ecological damage due to a lack of etiquette and awareness. Montana Freshwater Partners is here to ensure stewardship efforts ramp up in tandem through the River Ambassador Program. Ambassadors will table at busy Fishing Access Sites to provide hands-on educational opportunities, information, and resources as a guide to leave no trace. The long-term goal is providing the necessary knowledge and tools needed to protect the Yellowstone River for generations to come.

Learn more here: https://freshwaterpartners.org/river-ambassadors/

06/09/2026

Looking for a handy knife to carry on the river? Catch Outside Bozeman's review of the NRS Co-Pilot Knife below.

Every whitewater paddler remembers looking at the more experienced boaters and noticing the river knives clipped to the front of their PFDs. It was a symbol that you were part of the team, ready to help when things went sideways. The NRS Co-Pilot ($55) lives up to that reputation.

06/08/2026

Summer signals more than the start of prime fishing season—it's a chance to sharpen your skills, refresh your gear, and reconnect with the water. We're here with plenty of tips, tales, and news to keep you informed between casts and prepare for the warm months ahead.

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06/04/2026

Catch Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks latest episode of Field Trips for a dive into the recovery of bull trout.

Then read more about our biggest, baddest trout here: https://tinyurl.com/myth-and-monsters.

Swan Lake was once a stronghold for native bull trout, but somethin...

06/02/2026

When the Big Sky gets in your bones, there’s no stopping it. You’ll do things you otherwise wouldn’t, even things you never thought possible.

This is the truism behind "Montana Made Me Do It", Outside Bozeman's ongoing compendium of outdoor adventure inspired by the spirit of this great state. Enjoy their recent submissions below, then submit your own story for a chance to be featured in their next issue!

Contest submissions for Spring 2026. It doesn’t matter if you’re born here, pass through on vacation, or move in from New York City—when the Big Sky gets in your bones, there’s no stopping it. You’ll do things you otherwise wouldn’t, even things you never thought possible.

05/31/2026

As the ultra-wealthy continue to acquire land in Montana, our way of life—and historic access to our state’s land and water—is quietly changing. Here’s a closer look at how our public lands are being reshaped, and how it’s affecting everyday people.

https://youtu.be/NmRACRJ8EtQ?si=EDl_5C0x727s7Q0y

A controversial land swap orchestrated by the megarich could be “a harbinger of what’s to come” for public lands under Trump.