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Montana Fishing Under Heat Warning | Helena News
Montana’s rivers are heating up—and so are fishing rules. With temps forecasted to hit the 90s, state biologists are preparing to enforce “hoot owl” restrictions, which ban fishing between 2 p.m. and midnight when fish are most stressed. These science-backed limits consider fish counts, water flow, and angler numbers to protect trout during extreme heat. A new tool, TroutCast, lets anglers track drought impacts and plan smarter trips. If you’re casting this weekend, fish early or late, handle trout gently, and release them fast—because keeping Montana’s waters healthy is everyone’s job…
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