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2012-2015 Fishing Regulation Changes
FWP Commission has approved Fishing Regulation changes at the October 13 meeting. [Learn more]

Fort Peck Reservoir Fisheries Management Plan 2012-2022
The Tentative Draft Fort Peck Fisheries Management Plan was approved by the FWP Commission at the Oct. 13 meeting.  The Final Draft Plan is open for public comment Oct. 18-Nov. 19. [Learn more]

Future Fisheries Restoration
For more than a decade, FWP's Future Fisheries Improvement Program has worked to restore rivers, streams and lakes to improve and restore Montana's wild fish habitats. [Learn more]

Proposal to Temporarily Waive Fishing Limits
The FWP Commission has temporarily waived fishing limits on 12 lakes as part of FWP’s ongoing native cutthroat trout restoration program. [Learn more]

Fishing Newsletter
As you read through the Newsletter you will notice the multitude and wide variety of activities and actions that FWP performs in order to provide quality fisheries and fishing opportunities to anglers. [Newsletter]

Aquatic Invasive Species
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are organisms that are unintentionally brought into Montana from other places. They harm recreational and agricultural resources and damage the delicate ecosystem. [Learn more]

Notice to Anglers
Be on the Lookout for the Angler Pressure Survey Mailing.
FWP is conducting a survey of a random sample of resident and nonresident licensed anglers. This survey provides important data to help determine fishing pressure on the lakes and streams of Montana. By providing us with this vital information, you will be assisting us in managing Montana's fish population. If you receive a survey in the mail please return it even if you didn't fish.

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