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The 2022 paddlefishing season on the Yellowstone and Lower Missouri rivers will start on Sunday, May 15. Anglers should be aware that the first two days of this season, Sunday and Monday, are not harvest days. Harvest days are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays on the Yellowstone and Lower Missouri. On Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays, anglers are limited to catch and release of paddlefish, and only at Intake Diversion Dam Fishing Access Site. No catch and release is...
On April 28th, Titans of American Business launched the International Order of T. Roosevelt in order to preserve nature’s precious resources through conservation, education, and stewardship in order that future generations may enjoy what the past has entrusted to the current generations’ care. The vision of this 501(c)3 is to follow the United States’ heritage and use ingenuity to ensure a sustainable future for the world’s most precious wildlife and their habitats. The Foundation has selected Aurelia Skipwith Giacome...
Mid-Rivers Communications is proud to announce the award of thirty-six scholarships to students from the Cooperative’s service area. Six $2,500 scholarships were awarded to students planning to attend Dawson Community College or Miles Community College, and 30 $2,000 scholarships were awarded to students planning to attend a four-year college or university, community college or tech school in the fall of 2022. Preference was given in the scholarship award selection process to students who plan to live and work in Eastern a...
On Wednesday, April 27, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) received confirmation of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a Pondera County flock. Montana now has eight flocks confirmed infected as part of a wave of HPAI infections in the United States linked to the seasonal migrations of wild birds. HPAI has also been detected in Judith Basin, Cascade, Toole, Glacier, Missoula, Fergus, and Gallatin Counties. “Montana continues to be in the crosshairs for HPAI infections from wild birds,” said Marty Zaluski, Mon...
Governor Greg Gianforte recently announced Montana’s economy grew an inflation-adjusted 6.7% in 2021, the seventh largest rate of growth in the country. It also marks the sharpest rate growth in Montana in more than 40 years. Montanans’ personal income also grew by 8.5% in 2021, the fastest increase in 15 years. “Thanks to hardworking Montanans, our state had an economic boom last year, despite inflation and the pandemic. Montanans’ earnings increased at the fastest rate in 15 years, and we’re producing more than we have i...
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is accepting applications from new landowners in southeast Montana’s Region 7 who are interested in participating in the Block Management Program. Block Management is a cooperative effort between landowners and FWP to help manage public hunting activities and provide equitable public hunting opportunities. In the Block Management program, landowners and FWP enter into voluntary agreements that determine how hunting will be conducted on the landowner’s property. Items such as permission req...
As the summer tourism season approaches, Visit Southeast Montana is launching a new visitor attraction that's sure to pique the curiosities and appetites of foodies looking for a true taste of Montana-the Southeast Montana Burger Trail. With twenty-four locations across the region, the Southeast Montana Burger Trail boasts burgers as unique as the communities themselves. From the unexpected "Mango Burger" at June's Bungalow in Colstrip, to the branded-literally-"Wibaux...
bmosher@badlandspatriot.com Denbury celebrated the activation of its Cedar Creek Anticline pipeline recently in the Red River Conference Room inside the Baker facility on Shell Oil Road, even though it had started two months earlier. The CCA pipeline is designed to be able to move barrels of oil, but now it may able help produce another 400 million barrels in the future. The president and CEO of the Texas-based company, Chris Kendall, was one of the speakers at a meeting...
After deer and elk permits were drawn April 14th, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks uncovered an error in the drawing process affecting less than three percent of applications across the state in ten hunting districts. This year the Fish and Wildlife Commission changed several elk hunting districts to "first and only choice" for applications, meaning if hunters want to hunt any of these districts, they forfeit the option to list a second or third choice on their application. Due...
For over 100 years, the Montana State Hail Insurance program has provided hail coverage to producers in every corner of the state. With planting season right around the corner, the Montana Department of Agriculture is reminding folks to contact the program and get covered. “The Montana State Hail Insurance Program was established over 100 years ago at the request of producers to fill coverage gaps in hail insurance. Due to the support of Montana producers, the program remains strong and to this day and is an effective tool t...
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus was detected in a snow goose from Canyon Ferry and a Canada goose from near Belgrade last week. HPAI was detected earlier this month in domestic poultry in Judith Basin and Cascade counties. Several more birds from around the state are currently undergoing testing for the virus. Avian influenza (AI) virus is a naturally occurring virus in birds. AI viruses are classified into two groups, based on the severity of disease they cause in infected poultry. Low pathogenic AI viruses...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is implementing a new process for elk hunting access (EHA) agreements to provide more transparency with the public and landowners and allow for a clearer process for Fish and Wildlife Commission review. EHA agreements were codified in Montana statute in 2001. The agreements were known as “454 agreements” reflecting the bill number of the original legislation. The statute was amended several times in the past 20 years, including during the 2021 session. In general, EHA agreements allow lan...
Montana’s unemployment rate hit another record low in February, dropping to 2.6% for the month, down from January’s rate of 2.7%. Montana’s total employment and labor force continued to show strong growth in February, both setting new all-time highs. “Hardworking Montanans and Montana businesses are fueling our historic economic recovery, with record-low unemployment in Montana and more Montanans working than ever before,” Governor Greg Gianforte said. “And while Montanans are making gains, skyrocketing inflation is making i...
submitted by the Dakota Prairie Grasslands, U.S. Forest Service Many of you are excited about the warmer temperatures of spring and may want to visit your National Grasslands. Whether it’s for hiking, camping, horseback riding, hunting, or taking advantage of warm weather and breathtaking scenery, exceptional recreational opportunities abound this time of year. During the time between the end of winter and Spring green up it is important to be mindful of the conditions that lead to high fire danger while recreating on the g...
On April 4, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) will implement an updated policy for recording, transferring, and rerecording of brands. The policy was developed by a committee of state legislators, representatives of industry organizations, members of the Board of Livestock, and MDOL staff in response to the industry’s requests for increased availability of 2-character brands. Major changes include additional acceptable characters, more lenient format guidelines, and the elimination of over 40% of regional c...
As dry conditions persist throughout the state, the Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) would like to remind farmers and ranchers that they can use the Hay Hotline, an online forum, to list their forage for sale or donation, and/or search listings for a variety of forage or pasture posted by other producers. “Dry conditions seem to be persisting, so the need for hay and pasture will be on everyone’s minds,” said MDA Director Christy Clark. “Our Hay Hotline is a free online listing page to find hay or pasture or list a...
While Angus beef has reigned supreme in Montana and the United States for about as long as cattle ranching in the U.S. has existed, Wagyu beef has been gaining in popularity for several years and could become a much bigger player in the market before too long. Originating from Japan, Wagyu beef was first brought to the U.S. in 1976 and has been steadily growing since. Wagyu has even made its way into Dawson County, with a few producers adding it to their herds. Area rancher...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds hunters that the deadline to apply for deer and elk licenses for nonresidents and deer and elk permits for everyone is April 1. Hunters who are applying for special licenses and permits need to have a valid email address. Hunters can apply for permits on the FWP website; click on “Buy and Apply.” Most FWP offices will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This spring Fish, Wildlife & Parks launched the new MyFWP mobile app that stores and displays licenses, permits, and d...
On Tuesday Governor Greg Gianforte announced meat processed in Montana has doubled this fiscal year to date in facilities inspected by the Montana Department of Livestock (DOL). “Increasing meat processing capacity here in Montana is a top priority as we work to add value to our commodities and preserve the Montana brand through the supply chain,” Gov. Gianforte said. “We’ll continue to make targeted investments in local processing throughout the state to help Montana producers capture more of the tremendous value they cr...
Along with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Governor Greg Gianforte recently announced a record-setting oil and gas lease sale on state trust lands, netting $1,187,194 from the first quarter of 2022. “Ramping up American-made energy in Montana is one of many ways to reduce our reliance on foreign energy sources,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Additionally, proceeds from these oil and gas lease sales will benefit our schools, ensuring our kids have access to the best education possible.” Approved by...
The Department of Livestock (DOL) is asking Montanans to be aware that highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been diagnosed in domestic poultry and wild birds in 18 states to date in 2022. HPAI spreads rapidly and is associated with severe disease and high death loss. Migratory waterfowl are the primary source for avian influenza (AI). The virus is shed in the feces, saliva, and other respiratory secretions of infected birds. Wild birds can carry the virus and appear healthy. Domestic poultry become infected through...
Montana gained nearly 4,000 construction jobs during the pandemic period dating from February 2020 to January of 2022. This equates to an 11.4% increase in the number of construction workers in the state, leading the nation according to a press release this week from the Associated General Contractors of America. While almost half of the country – 21 states and the District of Columbia – lost construction jobs during this same time period, Montana’s employment levels have remained strong. “I think the message is clear ...
The 2022 FWP license year opened March 1, which means sportsmen and sportswomen can buy new hunting and fishing licenses and begin applying for permits and special licenses. The deadline to apply for deer and elk permits and nonresident combination licenses is April 1. Applications for most species – deer, elk, antelope, deer B, elk B, antelope B, moose, sheep, goat, bison, bear, turkey and upper Missouri paddlefish – can be made beginning March 1. Deadlines to apply for permits and special licenses are: • April 1 - Elk and d...
Individuals seeking training for a new career still have the opportunity to enroll at Miles Community College this spring. MCC's spring semester late start session will include the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training program and the new Meat Processing Farm to Table Marketing course. The term begins Monday, March 14, and is the last chance to enroll before the Fall 2022 semester, as these courses will not be available over the summer. Both have some components...
As part of his charge to improve customer service and modernize technology in state government, Governor Greg Gianforte recently announced the launch of a new mobile app from the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). FWP’s new app will allow Montanans to access their hunting and fishing licenses with their phone, reducing the need to secure and carry around paperwork while they fish and hunt. The new app, MyFWP, provides Montana sportsmen and women a simple, easy way to store and display licenses, permits, and digital c...
