Montana

Montana is a place of rugged beauty and wild landscapes, a hunter and angler’s paradise. The state’s public lands, which cover millions of acres, offer unparalleled access to some of the most pristine hunting and fishing locations in the country. The state is home to iconic big game species like elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats, which roam freely in the high mountain ranges and vast wilderness areas. Anglers can cast their lines in crystal clear rivers, streams, and lakes that are home to a variety of game fish, most notably brown and rainbow trout. Montana’s hunting and fishing traditions date back to the days of the frontier, with a rich history of Native American hunting practices and the fur trade. Today, the state’s public lands and wildlife management areas continue to provide ample opportunities for hunting and fishing. As one traverses the vast landscape, the sound of rushing rivers and rustling leaves fills the air, and the scent of pine and sagebrush invigorates the senses and calls sportsmen to the “last best place.”

For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in Montana, please contact: Nate Serlin

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus

Senator Steve Daines Representative Troy Downing Senator Tim Sheehy Representative Ryan Zinke

Montana Governors Sportsmen's Caucus Member

Governor Greg Gianforte

Montana Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus Leadership

Senator Ellie Boldman Representative Paul Fielder Senator Denley Loge Representative Josh Seckinger
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Montana Policy Briefs

Fire in the woods

Prescribed Fire

Prescribed fire, also known as a controlled burn, is a planned, intentional fire in a specific geographic area used to meet land management goals.[1] Prescribed… Read more.

Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)

In recent years, Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) use has increased rapidly across the country.The unmitigated consequences of such growth not only threatens the environmental health… Read more.

Federal Land Habitat Management

Properly managed wildlife habitat is essential for supporting sustainable and healthy wildlife populations. Well-managed lands containvarious successional stages that provide a diversity of habitats capable… Read more.

Montana Latest News

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February 9, 2026

CSF Supports U.S. Forest Service Wildfire Risk Reduction Project in Montana

Why It Matters: Without proactive forest management, forest health declines and the risk of high-intensity wildfires increases, which is devastating for fish and wildlife habitat and can lead to public land closures that limit access for sportsmen and women. Forest health improvement projects not only reduce wildfire risk to protect nearby communities and support local forest industries, but they also diversify and enhance habitat for […]

November 3, 2025

CSF Welcomes New Rocky Mountain States Coordinator

The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) announced today that Nate Serlin has joined the organization as the Rocky Mountain States Coordinator. In this role, Nate will work closely with the state legislative sportsmen’s caucuses under the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC) and members of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) in Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, and Wyoming to protect…

October 20, 2025

Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission Advances Disease Management and Habitat Protections at October Meeting

Why It Matters: The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission’s October 9, 2025, virtual meeting addressed current threats to wildlife health, habitat integrity, and hunting season frameworks. These decisions directly influence hunting opportunities, population sustainability, and access for sportsmen and women across the state. By prioritizing science-based adjustments and public input, the Commission reinforces Montana’s commitment…

October 20, 2025

CSF-Supported Conservation Easement on Large Working Forest in Montana Approved

Why It Matters: Voluntary conservation agreements are valuable tools for conserving private working forests that support fish and wildlife habitat. Combined, both phases of the Montana Great Outdoors Conservation Easement conserves more than 85,000 acres where sustainable forest management will continue to benefit forest health, wildlife habitat, and the economy. Notably and not common for…

Impact You Can See

State agency authority was defended and/or enhanced in AL, CO, IN, MD, ME, MO, MT, NH, ND, NM, SD, TN, TX, and WA.

Critical investments in conservation were protected and/or enhanced in IA, LA, MD, MS, MT, NM, and SD.

Wildlife conservation and management will be enhanced in MT through improved reporting and data collection.

Fire and habitat management enhanced in MT through the establishment of fire training and liability standards.

The widely supported appointment of Christy Clark to position of Director of the Dept. of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks was confirmed by the Senate in MT.

Public hunting and angling access to private lands were protected and enhanced in MT.

Educational and mentorship opportunities for trappers were enhanced in ID and MT.