The lower end of Holter Lake is closed to allow fire-fighting resources access to the water. Holter Lake from Log Gulch Campground to Holter Dam is closed to all public occupation and recreation including, but not limited to, floating, swimming, wading and boating. This closure allows firefighting planes to safely fill from the reservoir. The ...
There’s still time for the Wyoming Boater Safety Course
With plenty of summer left, it’s not too late to take Wyoming’s boater safety course. The online class can help all watercraft users understand boating safety basics as well as Wyoming regulations. Although Wyoming does not require boating education for boat operators, Aaron Kerr, Wyoming Game and Fish Department law enforcement coordinator, s...
Fires Banned within Wyoming’s Big Horn Basin
Fires are now banned on all Wyoming Game and Fish Commission-owned and administered lands within the Big Horn Basin. These lands include Yellowtail Wildlife Habitat Management Area (WHMA) near Lovell, Renner WHMA and Medicine Lodge WHMA near Hyattville. The fire restrictions also are in effect at all Game and Fish Public Access Areas (PAAs) wi...
Firefighting Needs could lead to the closure of lower Holter Reservoir
The lower end of Holter Reservoir may be closed this week to allow fire-fighting resources access to the water. The public should be aware that if a closure is implemented, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wardens, along with other law enforcement agencies, will be contacting boaters and other recreationists using the reservoir to lea...
Gallatin Co. FWP Sites enter Stage-2 Fire Restrictions
Properties managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks in Gallatin County have entered Stage-2 fire restrictions due to high fire danger. This change follows a burn ban with similar restrictions enacted recently by Gallatin County. Stage-2 restrictions at FWP sites ban campfires and allow smoking only in vehicles and areas 3 feet in diameter...
More Fire restrictions in place for FWP Sites in several SW MT. Counties
Additional fire restrictions are in place for properties managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks in several southwest Montana counties due to high fire danger. FWP sites in Silver Bow, Beaverhead and Madison counties have entered Stage-2 fire restrictions. FWP sites in Jefferson County will enter Stage-2 fire restrictions at 12:01 a.m. o...
WY Bates Hole/Shirley Basin Sage Grouse Working Group MTG. Soon
The Bates Hole/Shirley Basin Sage-Grouse Working Group will meet to discuss funding and other business on Tuesday, August 3. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. at the Casper Regional Game and Fish Office, Swan Room, 3030 Energy Lane. The Bates Hole/Shirley Basin Sage-Grouse Working Group is comprised of local citizens interested in sage-...
With all we enjoy in Wyoming outdoors let’s do our best to preserve the surroundings
Most people head outside because they love the outdoors — it’s peaceful, it’s natural and you have a chance at some breathtaking views and fun memories. For the outdoors to stay wild, it starts with being thoughtful of others — including wildlife — who will be sharing that space. Whether taking a fishing trip or heading out to snap some wildli...
Warren Anderson named Warden Captain in Reg. 7 Miles City
Todd Anderson has been selected as the newest Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Enforcement Division captain, stationed in Miles City. According to FWP Enforcement Assistant Chief Ron Howell, “Todd brings a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience to the position of warden captain, and will be a tremendous asset to all serving in his new ro...
Wyoming applications for HMA’s are now open
If you’re one of the many hunters forming plans to head to a Wyoming Game and Fish Department Hunter Management Area (HMA) this fall, it’s time to apply for permission slips. Applications for HMAs are now open. As many hunters know, a successful hunting season begins long before heading afield. Securing permission for access is one of th...