From Wibaux to Libby – and from Declo, Idaho, to Beach, N.D., – kids logged thousands of shots and hours of reflection in a record-setting test of skill, discipline and educational athletics. Hosted by the Fairfield Basketball Club under the 127 Sports Intensity nonprofit banner, the 2025 Shooting Challenge mobilized: • 157 youth athletes (101 boys and 56 girls) • 46 Montana towns

Landen throws a pitch for Medicine Lake/Froid’s Minor League team. (Photo by Bill Vander Weele)

Hunting regulations often are the subject of debate, curiosity or even consternation with hunters around Montana. Hunters who want to see changes in regulations or have ideas to improve the regulations will have a great opportunity to make a difference in the coming weeks. FWP is hosting scoping meetings. While several meetings have already taken place around the state, there are still opportunities

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is developing a new Statewide Mule Deer Management Plan and recently held public workshops around the state to hear from the public. FWP still wants to hear from people who care about mule deer management but were unable to attend a workshop. Those folks can go to FWP’s website and leave a comment here. FWP will be taking public feedback through Friday,