Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks - Region 5

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks - Region 5 FWP's Region 5 page provides communication and outreach for south-central Montana.

FWP's Mission is to steward the fish, wildlife parks and recreational resources for the public, now and into the future.

FWP has received numerous reports of bears in Absarokee. Natural bear foods are extremely limited this year, so bears ar...
09/13/2026

FWP has received numerous reports of bears in Absarokee. Natural bear foods are extremely limited this year, so bears are seeking food in other places, including in towns.

Residents should follow these protocols to keep both people and bears safe:
🐻Do not feed wildlife
🐻Store garbage bins inside secured building
🐻Avoid using bird feeders from March 1 to Dec. 15
🐻Clean barbeque grills and outdoor eating areas after use
🐻Store pet and livestock feed inside secured building
🐻Haze bears away from your property with loud noises, paintball guns or bear spray
🐻Report bear conflicts early. To report a bear conflict contact Oliver at 406-927-8644.

Fire restrictions have been lifted on FWP sites in Stillwater County.
09/12/2026

Fire restrictions have been lifted on FWP sites in Stillwater County.

🐻September is Bear Aware month! 🐻During the month of September, you can drop your old or unwanted bear spray canisters o...
09/10/2026

🐻September is Bear Aware month! 🐻

During the month of September, you can drop your old or unwanted bear spray canisters off at our Billings FWP office for proper disposal.

When do you need to replace your bear spray?
✅If the bear spray has expired (usually last 3-4 years)
✅If the bear spray can is damaged
✅If the bear spray has been partially used

Drop off your can and be entered to win a bear spray storage container!

Prepping for hunting season, and need somewhere to sight in your rifle? The Billings Rod & Gun Club is offering a FREE s...
09/08/2026

Prepping for hunting season, and need somewhere to sight in your rifle?

The Billings Rod & Gun Club is offering a FREE sighting in day for the public on Sunday, Sept. 13, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be certified range safety officers on duty to assist if needed.

The Rod & Gun Club is located at 2931 Rod & Gun Club Road.

🟧Attention all youth hunters age 15 and younger🟧Yellowstone Valley Pheasants Forever and FWP are offering a free youth p...
09/08/2026

🟧Attention all youth hunters age 15 and younger🟧

Yellowstone Valley Pheasants Forever and FWP are offering a free youth pheasant hunt near Billings Saturday, Sept. 12. Participants will practice safe shooting with a trained instructor, then head into the field with mentors and dog handlers. This is a great opportunity for new bird hunters!

Participants must have completed Hunter Education prior to the and have a valid Montana hunting license.

To get more info or sign up, call Chad at 406-860-5145 or visit https://pheasantsforever.org/get-involved/find-an-event/events/3f7ec1b3-8d9f-4449-adf2-840b78a1cd64?slug=yellowstone-valley-chapter-annual-youth-hunt&fbclid=IwY2xjawUNQBFwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6oP3Yexxh979S5YMMEI-77ZsVtoDBYRQtTBmYbSkSXt_WDr7zt68NwM5ejrg_aem_dX22b3NJrbipOXQxDieXDQ

Looking for a Hunter Education course before the season starts this fall? We've got a ton of classes coming up this mont...
09/07/2026

Looking for a Hunter Education course before the season starts this fall? We've got a ton of classes coming up this month! For more info or to register, visit: https://fwp.mt.gov/hunt/education/hunter

🟧Laurel, starting Sept. 8
🟧Roundup, starting Sept. 8
🟧Billings at Bass Pro Shops, starting Sept. 9
🟧Billings at Ben Steele Middle School, starting Sept. 14
🟧Billings at Medicine Crow Middle School, starting Sept. 14
🟧Red Lodge, starting Sept. 14
🟧Big Timber, starting Sept. 21
🟧Worden, starting Sept. 22

🟧Attention Hunters🟧If you want to PROTECT THE HUNT in Montana, prepare your mindset, not just your gear, and take the Hu...
09/05/2026

🟧Attention Hunters🟧

If you want to PROTECT THE HUNT in Montana, prepare your mindset, not just your gear, and take the Hunter- Landowner Stewardship Video Guide + Test.

Hunters 18+ who take and pass the test can opt in to the Protect the Hunt Raffle. Backed by partners across the outdoor community, 11 winners will be randomly drawn in Spring 2027 for a chance to win gear and donated hunts.

Check out the full list of gear and hunts and start the Hunter- Landowner Stewardship Video guide + test using the link.
https://fwp.mt.gov/protectthehunt

FWP offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. We'll be open again on Tuesday. Have a safe holi...
09/04/2026

FWP offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. We'll be open again on Tuesday.

Have a safe holiday weekend!

⛺🦌🛶🐄Are you an engaged community member in south-central Montana, passionate about outdoor activities, interested in ser...
09/04/2026

⛺🦌🛶🐄Are you an engaged community member in south-central Montana, passionate about outdoor activities, interested in serving as an FWP ambassador? We need you!

✅Region 5 is currently seeking applicants for the Citizen Advisory Collective. Applications and more info are available here: https://fwp.mt.gov/homepage/news/2026/aug/08112026_fwp-seeking-applicants-for-region-5-citizen-advisory-collective

You can also email Chrissy Webb at [email protected] for an application.

📅Applications must be returned to Chrissy by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 14

Address

2300 Lake Elmo Drive
Billings, MT
59105

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14062472940

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