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Snow Brings Avalanche Dangers to Some Montana Mountains

Snow Brings Avalanche Dangers to Some Montana Mountains

Snow Brings Avalanche Dangers to Some Montana Mountains

Avalanche dangers were listed as high on Monday for portions of the Mission, Swan, Rattlesnake and Bitterroot mountains

By Associated Press // Dec 21, 2020

State Land Board Approves Acquisition of New Flathead Lake Access Sites

State Land Board Approves Acquisition of New Flathead Lake Access Sites

State Land Board Approves Acquisition of New Flathead Lake Access Sites

Fish, Wildlife and Parks will seek spending authority from Legislature to purchase Somers Beach State Park, Montebello Fishing Access Site

By Tristan Scott // Dec 21, 2020

Survey: Montanans’ Views on Grizzlies Trend Toward Support

Survey: Montanans’ Views on Grizzlies Trend Toward Support

Survey: Montanans’ Views on Grizzlies Trend Toward Support

As grizzly populations expand and potential for conflict increases, residents support management of bears on the landscape

By Tristan Scott // Dec 18, 2020

U.S. Wildlife Agency Gives More Deference to Economic Benefits

U.S. Wildlife Agency Gives More Deference to Economic Benefits

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officials said the rule gives more deference to local governments

By Associated Press // Dec 17, 2020

Mask Up, Ski Down

Mask Up, Ski Down

Mask Up, Ski Down

Opening week off to a smooth start at Whitefish Mountain Resort, with the ski area earning praise from ‘super seniors’ for its safety precautions

By Tristan Scott // Dec 16, 2020

Out Of Bounds

Taking Out the Trash

Taking Out the Trash

Out Of Bounds

Taking Out the Trash

I like to think of myself as an ambassador of sorts for hunting

By Rob Breeding // Dec 16, 2020

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area to Open Dec. 18

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area to Open Dec. 18

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area to Open Dec. 18

Resort announces improved operations for the upcoming season

By Beacon Staff // Dec 14, 2020

Grizzly Committee Looks to Canada ‘Bear Smart’ Communities

Grizzly Committee Looks to Canada ‘Bear Smart’ Communities

In British Columbia, communities are encouraged to build bear safe habits into their routine

By MICHAEL CAST, Billings Gazette // Dec 14, 2020

Three Generations, One Trusty Old Rifle

Three Generations, One Trusty Old Rifle

Three Generations, One Trusty Old Rifle

Dale, Duff and Tyler Jorgenson have all shot their first deer — in 1965, 1993 and 2020 — with the same 1898 Spanish American War-era rifle

By Myers Reece // Dec 11, 2020

Turner Mountain Ski Area Prepares for Opening Day

Turner Mountain Ski Area Prepares for Opening Day

Turner Mountain Ski Area Prepares for Opening Day

Lincoln County’s small but proud ski area is the best bet for socially distanced powder

By Micah Drew // Dec 9, 2020

Whitefish Mountain Resort Prepares to Open Amid Pandemic

Whitefish Mountain Resort Prepares to Open Amid Pandemic

Whitefish Mountain Resort Prepares to Open Amid Pandemic

Changes to include mask-wearing requirement in lift lines as well as new terrain in Hellroaring Basin

By Tristan Scott // Dec 9, 2020

Out Of Bounds

Sorting Wheat from Chaff

Sorting Wheat from Chaff

Out Of Bounds

Sorting Wheat from Chaff

The Chukar Grounds may not look like much to those who see it only from the valley floor

By Rob Breeding // Dec 9, 2020

Avalanche Forecasters Expect Busy Backcountry Season

Avalanche Forecasters Expect Busy Backcountry Season

Avalanche Forecasters Expect Busy Backcountry Season

Flathead Avalanche Center officials emphasize importance of communication, safety and training in a potentially more crowded backcountry

By Maggie Dresser // Dec 8, 2020

Lost Trail Conservation Proposal Poised for Approval

Lost Trail Conservation Proposal Poised for Approval

Lost Trail Conservation Proposal Poised for Approval

Fish and Wildlife Commission set to vote on easement to protect prime hunting and timberland under private ownership

By Tristan Scott // Dec 3, 2020

Out Of Bounds

Holiday Bird

Holiday Bird

Out Of Bounds

Holiday Bird

I went with the old reliable: pheasant

By Rob Breeding // Dec 2, 2020

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