Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ deputy director has raised the hackles of some Montana land access advocates. A recent federal court ruling in Wyoming regarding public access at the corners where a checkerboard of public and private parcels meet has prompted questions about how the ruling may apply in Montana, an FWP spokesman said. As a result, on Thursday the department issued a short press release. “Corner crossing remains unlawful in Montana, and Montanans should continue to obtain ...

Summary: On May 26, 2023, the District Court of Wyoming found it legal to cross through private airspace when stepping from public land to public land over a shared public/private corner. Read on for more information on what exactly this decision means for the public, and read the judge's order here. 1) Is corner crossing legal everywhere now? Just in Wyoming?    It’s complicated. This specific decision is based on the particular facts involved in the case. The judge determined that the ...

Support the PUBLIC Lands Act - Take Action Today! The California Chapter of BHA has spent several years advocating for the passage of legislation that would have a monumental impact on rivers, forests and habitat for a number of species in the state while also helping to reduce the risk of fire through proactive management practices. The Golden State offers diverse hunting and angling opportunities and boasts breathtaking scenery across a variety of climatic zones and topographies. From ...

  Morels are basically awesome. Mushrooms in general are, but for me, morels are especially awesome. In the woods around me, checking out areas that have previously burned after the spring rains kick in is a surefire method of success, but it takes some looking, even after you know what to look for. As with all mushrooms, I would recommend getting someone who knows what they are looking for to take you out for the first time. Mushroom nerds aren't terribly hard to find in our community, but ...