In this episode we continue our series on How to Find The Right Boat For You. This time we talk to Jake Monroe and Ron Boggs at High Country Boats. Wow! Did they have great ideas! When you add up all the years of experience between these two it ads up to over 90 YEARS of experience of incredible boat knowledge! We went over ideas about how to find the right used boat and how get one that is reliable. We also talked about new boats and man do they carry some of the best you will ever find. Have you heard about the new  Ranger and Crestliner Boats? Again, just WOW!! Do you know what is the right horsepower you need so your new boat will do what you want it to? What are the other things you need consider to get a boat that will perform the way you need it to? Should you get an aluminum boat or a fiberglass boat?   And the list of the other things we talked about go on and on. YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE THIS PODCAST!!Just click here to send an email to Jake Monroe or click here to send an email to Ron Boggs. Either one will be happy to answer any questions you might have. Also be sure and click here to take a look at their new and used boats. They have a great website and they list the prices of their boats right there on the website!Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

This is a bonus Montana Outdoor Podcast. The Montana State Legislature only meets every other year for 90 days. During that time many laws can get created, updated or completely changed in the opposite way they were originally written. Since this legislative session has now passed the halfway mark we thought it would be a good idea to check in with some legislators and see if your rights to hunt, fish and enjoy Montana's Outdoors are being protected or eroded! What are the proposed bills that will affect how we explore and use our great outdoors? DO NOT SKIP OVER THIS SHOW! As an outdoor sportsperson this is your opportunity to find out how to let your State Representative and Senator for your area of Montana know what you expect them to do. Outdoor recreation makes up a substantial component of Montana's economy, generating $2.5 billion of annual gross domestic product (GDP) and accounting for 4.4% of total GDP in 2021. Of all the other 49 states in America only Hawaii has a greater concentration of outdoor recreation. THAT is how important this is. So are your rights being protected or eroded. LISTEN NOW TO FIND OUT!Spoiler alert! An actual change to our State Constitution is being proposed RIGHT NOW! AGAIN, DO NOT MISS THIS PODCAST!! Downrigger interviews Lyn Hellegaard of House District 97 and Paul Fielder of House District 13. Both are on outdoor committees. Just click here to send an email to Downrigger Dale.  You can also click here to email State Representative Lynn Hellegarrd. In the podcast Lyn asks for your opinion of a VERY important proposed law! Or click here to email State Representative Paul Fielder. Paul is the one proposing the constitutional amendment and would like to know your thoughts on it. If you would like to lookup the legislator from your area, so you can contact them, you can do that by clicking here!

In this episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast, we continue our series on “How to Find the Right Boat For You”  but this time we go straight to an incredible manufacturer that almost never came to be, but fought through adversity and grew to become one of the most coveted fishing boats among fishing guides and others who love to fish in Montana! If you have never heard the story of Warrior Boats or you just love a great “escape from the jaws of defeat “  story  you just must listen to this week’s show. We interview Kent Andersen of Warrior Boats. Kent joined Downrigger and The Captain from his office at the Warrior Boats headquarters in Melrose Minnesota. Kent’s Dad was one of the men that rescued Warrior boats from almost certain failure.  It truly is a fascinating story. So, what happened you ask? You will have to listen to find out!In addition to learning about the unbelievable history of Warrior Boats, Kent Andersen also takes you behind the scenes and shares a few secrets on how they are made and gives some fantastic advice for anyone trying to find the perfect fishing boat for them! We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just click her to send an email to Downrigger Dale.  You can also use that email address to ask this week’s guest, Kent Andersen ANYTHING you want!  Also be sure and CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WARRIOR BOATS AND TO SEE THE BOATS THE PODCAST TALKS ABOUT!In addition to learning about the unbelievable history of Warrior Boats, Kent Andersen also takes you behind the scenes and shares a few secretes on how they are made and also gives some fantastic advice for anyone trying to find the perfect fishing boat for them! We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just send an email to Downrigger Dale.  You can also use that email address to ask this week's guest, Kent Andersen ANYTHING you want!  Also be sure and CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WARRIOR BOATS AND TO SEE THE BOATS THE PODCAST TALKS ABOUT! Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

In this episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast we take you behind the scenes of likely the most unique fishing tournament in the world! The Captain and Downrigger spent some fascinating time with Cindy Benson and Barry Hansen of Mack Days and boy did they learn a lot! They learned about a very special and rare fish to the Salish Kootenai Tribe that, thanks to the tournament and those that compete in it, is making comeback! You will also hear about a few fish that are lurking in the depths of Flathead Lake that are worth up to $10,000 if you catch them!! Yeah we told you this was unique. How is it that a fishing tournament could restore a legendary fish to an even more legendary lake? How could a fish pay you that kind of money? Well, you will have to listen to this fascinating podcast to find out! We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just send an email to Downrigger Dale.  You can also use that email address to ask this week's guests, Cindy Benson and Barry Hansen any questions you may have.  Also be sure and  click here to learn more about this incredible fishing tournament and how you can get involved! Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Buying a new boat is a big decision and one you want to get right. You never want to be that person who ends up saying “the two best days of my life as a boat owner was when I bought it and then when I sold it!” It does not have to be that way! In this episode we begin our series on how to find the right boat for you. Whether it is about getting a boat just for fishing or one that the whole family is going to use. We will try to answer all the questions you might have. Should you get a prop or a jet boat? What about horsepower? How much is too much or not enough? What are other things you should consider? We talk to Richie Winters from Bretz RV and Marine to get the answers to those questions and many more we didn't even think of, but we were so glad Richie brought them up. Whether you are an experienced boater or a first timer you WILL learn a lot listening to this Montana Outdoor Podcast!  We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just send an email to Downrigger Dale.  You can also use that email address to ask this week's guest, Richie Winters from Bretz RV and Marine any questions you may have. Also be sure and click here to go to the Bretz RV and Marine website! Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Have you noticed that there are less younger people that hunt and fish? It isn't your imagination it is indeed a trend that has been going on for a while now. But why is that? In this episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast we try to answer that question by talking to a couple of younger guys about that. Do we find the REAL answer? You will have to listen to find that out. We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just click here to email Downrigger Dale.  Downrigger will be happy to get your questions answered.Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to turn your favorite hobby into a career? Would that be a dream come true or would it turn the thing you love to do for fun into a nightmare? In this episode we will show you what that just might look like. For Scott Collinsworth, owner of Fort Peck Marina and one of the top guides in Montana it turned out to be a dream come true! But it was not without it's challenges and it took more than just him, for sure, to make it happen. Scott will give you a very rare look into what it is REALLY like to be fishing guide! Scott shares how there was no way he could have done it or keep doing it without his incredible partner and wife Jessica. Scott also shares with us what some of the day to day challenges are and he shows us the funnier side of being a fishing guide on Fort Peck Reservoir. Spoiler Alert! He is a bit of a prankster. You have to hear about the prank he played on the Captain of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show, it's pretty damn funny! You will also learn what are the best species of fish to target and when to do that for every season of the year on Fort Peck. All that and that and so much more is waiting for you in this week's episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast! You can also learn more about Scott and Jessica Collinsworth's guide service, Fort Peck Marina, their wonderful bar and restaurant and their incredible campground by clicking here. If you want a campsite go there now!!! Seriously it fills up fast! You can also book a fishing trip with Scott there or just get all your questions answered. We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just send an email to Downrigger. Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

On this episode of The Montana Outdoor Podcast, we get into the spirit of Valentine’s Week by meeting up with Beckie and Don Wilkins, a couple that truly loves each other and Montana's Outdoors. What a fun time we had with these two. They are based out of Glasgow, MT and both drive for UPS in Northeast Montana. When you don't see them out on their routes delivering packages, chances are you will see them out fishing or hunting together. Beckie and Don were kind enough to share some advice about fishing on Fort Peck for Lake Trout and King Salmon as well as well as how to use the love of Montana's Outdoors to keep a marriage happy and full of life. They also shared a great story about their first date together over 9 years ago out on a riverbank fishing for Catfish. Are you wondering which one is the better fisherman? Well, you will have to listen to find that one out. You will also learn the valuable secret to a successful marriage! Spoiler Alert: A couple that plays together, in the outdoors, stays together! Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just click here to email Downrigger Dale. You can also use that email address to ask this week's guests, Beckie and Don Wilkins, any questions you may have. Downrigger will be happy to get your questions answered by Beckie & Don.Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

On this Episode of the The Montana Outdoor Podcast you will learn about ice fishing on two of Montana's best Walleye fishing reservoirs, Nelson Reservoir and Fresno Reservoir. These two Reservoirs are located in Northern Montana on what most Montanans call the Hi-Line. They call it Montana's Hi-Line since it's the northernmost route traversing the state from east to west. Your hosts Downrigger Dale and The Captain will talk to Brian Olson, one of the most knowledgeable Walleye fishermen in all of Montana. In fact Brian has won one of the most prestigious Walleye fishing tournaments in the world, The Montana Governor's Cup! Brian will give you information on where the best ice fishing spots are on these reservoirs as well as what bait to use and many other valuable Walleye fishing techniques. Plus he will talk about how to fish Nelson and Fresno Reservoir when the ice thaws off the water in early spring. We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just send an email to Downrigger@MontanaOutdoor.com.  You can also use that email address to ask this week's guest, Brian Olson any questions you may have. Downrigger will be happy to get your questions answered by Brian. Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

In this episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast we interview Captain Matt McComb of Mo Fisch Charters which is part of Howe’s Fishing, located in Montana’s Flathead Valley, near Glacier National Park. Matt is one of the most knowledgeable fishing guides in all of Montana.  In this episode he tells us all about where and how to catch all kinds of incredible fish through the ice in beautiful Northwest Montana. Matt covers it all from kokanee salmon, to huge lake trout, to some of the best perch and crappie fishing in all of Montana and the list does not stop there. This Podcast is just packed with amazing information that will inform and entertain you whether you have never been ice fishing or are a pro yourself. We would love to hear what you think of this podcast, as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just send an email to Downrigger@MontanaOutdoor.com.  Also if you would like to talk to this weeks guest on the podcast, Matt McComb, about booking a guided fishing trip this winter or summer, or if you just have general questions about fishing any of the many lakes, rivers or streams in Northwest Montana just give Matt a call at (406) 755-4414 or email him at fishing@mofischcharters.com. Also visit the Howe’s/Mo Fisch website, it is jammed with all kinds of great info at mofisch.com.Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook Page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

In this episode of the Montana Outdoor Podcast we interview Eddie Mindt owner of the Lakeridge Lodging & Bait Shop on Fort Peck Lake in Northeast Montana. Eddie is also a professional guide and one of the few that does guide trips in the winter out on the ice on Fort Peck Lake. Eddie has an incredible knowledge of this huge lake that is over 135 miles long! On the show show you will learn about catching gigantic Lake Trout, King Salmon, Walleye, Northern Pike and other species through the ice in Fort Peck Lake. If you have never ice fished or are a professional you will learn a great deal listening to this podcast. We would love to hear what you think of this podcast as well as any suggestions you may have for topics for future podcasts. Just send an email to Downrigger@MontanaOutdoor.com.  Also if you would like to talk to this weeks guest on the podcast, Eddie Mindt, about booking a guided fishing trip this winter or summer or if you would like book a room at the Lakeridge Lodge or if you just have general questions about Fort Peck Lake, feel free to give him a call at.(406) 526-3597 or email him at lakeridgefortpeck@gmail.com. Also be sure and tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook Page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.