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First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park Holding Annual Mammoth Hunt

First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park Holding Annual Mammoth Hunt

Experience what it’s like to throw atlatls and tomahawks and to shoot primitive bows and arrows during the annual Mammoth Hunt event at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park. The free event takes place Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 9 and 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Six Suspects Charged by FWP in Bull Mountains Poaching Case

Six Suspects Charged by FWP in Bull Mountains Poaching Case

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens recently charged six individuals from Montana and Washington state for unlawfully killing several bull elk and mule deer bucks in the Bull Mountains near Roundup between 2020 and 2024. The investigation began with information provided to FWP wardens by a confidential informant. After

FWP Releases Bear Relocation Dashboard

FWP Releases Bear Relocation Dashboard

In an effort to provide more insight to bear management and to keep local landowners and communities aware when black bears or grizzly bears are relocated, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks released a new online Bear Relocation Dashboard today. This new dashboard displays general relocations on an interactive map. FWP

FWP Confirms Natural Fish Kill in Laurel Pond Caused by Low Oxygen

FWP Confirms Natural Fish Kill in Laurel Pond Caused by Low Oxygen

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently received several reports of dead fish at the Laurel Pond in Yellowstone County. FWP officials have investigated the situation and confirmed the fish kill is a natural event caused by low dissolved oxygen levels in the pond. There is no current concern for human

‘Hope is on the Way’: New Salvation Army Mobile Feeding Units Arrive in Great Falls and Missoula

‘Hope is on the Way’: New Salvation Army Mobile Feeding Units Arrive in Great Falls and Missoula

There is a new food truck in town. However, this one only serves free meals, with a side of love and emotional support. The Salvation Army canteen, a mobile feeding unit similar to a food truck, arrived in Great Falls this week. The vehicle will be deployed during emergency situations

Sanitation Reminders On Hazardous Items

Sanitation Reminders On Hazardous Items

The City of Great Falls would like to remind all customers to properly dispose of hazardous materials. Improperly disposing of hazardous materials can have serious consequences, such as injuring City employees or residents, starting fires, creating explosions, damaging property, contaminating soil and water, and violating environmental laws. Please help keep

Water Tower Pool to Remain Closed Due to Lifeguard Shortage

Water Tower Pool to Remain Closed Due to Lifeguard Shortage

The City of Great Falls regrets to announce that the Water Tower Pool will remain closed for the 2025 summer season due to an ongoing shortage of certified lifeguards. We understand this news may be disappointing to families and residents who value access to this neighborhood facility. However, safety remains