Hunting and Fishing Fall 2016

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Wildlife Habitat, History Permanently Protected in Montana

EVENTS Fall Mack Days Oct. 8-Nov. 13 Polson, MT, Flathead Lake Hunters Feed Oct. 21 Ennis, MT Critter Callin’Contest Oct. 21 Ennis, MT Kids Wild Animal Costume Party Oct. 28, 3:30-5:30pm Montana WILD Education Center Helena, MT ELK FOUNDATION EVENTS Flathead Valley Ladies Event Kalispell MT, (406) 257-9110 10/29/2016

MISSOULA, Mont.—A 320-acre property in southwestern Montana, vital to wildlife and linked to the pages of U.S. history, is now permanently protected thanks to a successful collaboration between the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, a conservation-minded family and the U.S. Forest Service. The former Holland Family Ranch is located west of Dillon and was previously an in-holding in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. It lies squarely on the Nez Perce National Historic Trail, where Chief Joseph led his Nez Perce tribe away from its pursuers in 1877.

“We appreciate the Holland family for reaching out to us to help conserve and permanently protect this key stretch of habitat,� said Blake Henning, RMEF vice president of Land Conservation. “It is especially rich in wildlife values.�

Elk use the property as calving grounds as well as spring and summer range. It serves as an important wildlife movement corridor between the Big Hole River Valley and the Continental Divide for elk, mule deer, moose and black bear. It is also home to Canada lynx, wolverine, a wide variety of other animal and ELUG OLIH DQG LQFOXGHV PRUH WKDQ WZR PLOHV RI ÂżVKHULHV wetlands and surrounding riparian habitat.

RMEF recently conveyed the tract to the Forest Service thus providing both new and improved public DFFHVV IRU KXQWLQJ ÂżVKLQJ DQG RWKHU UHFUHDWLRQDO activities. “This purchase is a perfect example of how partnerships can conserve wildlife, ecological, recreational and historic values,â€? said Melany Glossa, Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest supervisor. “Working together with RMEF and the Holland family to be a part of this legacy has been a really wonderful experience.â€? The Land and Water Conservation Fund, Cinnabar Foundation, Montana Fish and Wildlife Conservation Trust and RMEF provided funding for the project. _______________________________________ About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation: Founded over 30 years ago, fueled by hunters and a membership of nearly 220,000 strong, RMEF has conserved more than 6.8 million acres for elk and other wildlife. RMEF also works to open and improve public access, fund and advocate for science-based resource management, and ensure the future of America’s hunting heritage. Discover why “Hunting Is Conservation™â€? at www.rmef.org or 800-CALL ELK.

Five Valleys Women For Wildlife Missoula MT, (406) 523-4512 11/12/2016 Mission Valley Big Game Banquet Polson, MT, 406-240-1325 1/28/2017 2016 HUNTING SEASON Upland Game Birds Seasons Mountain Grouse, Partridge, Pheasant, Sharp-tailed Grouse, Turkey ...................... thru Jan. 1, 2017 Big Game Seasons Antelope ........................Oct 8–Nov 13 Deer & Elk ..................Oct 22–Nov 27 Black Bear ....................... ends Nov 27 Bighorn Sheep, Moose & Mountain Goat ................................ ends Nov. 27 Bison ................ Nov 15–Feb 15, 2017 Mountain Lion fall ...............................Oct 22–Nov 27 winter ..................Dec 1–Apr 14, 2017

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Inspired by the Inn at Old Faithful in YNP. Reserve members have private access to 900Âą acres of open space & 2.5Âą miles of the West Boulder River.

$2,950,000 | #215703 Shields River Meadows, Livingston

120Âą acres of lush river bottom with a nice mixture of trees, open meadows, approximately 15Âą acres irrigated, 25Âą acres wild hay and the balance of 79Âą acres in productive pasture land.

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Elk Ridge Ranch, McAllister

Diamond Bar 7, Big Timber

Big Hole River Preserve, Twin Bridges

723Âą acre mountain ranch that borders NFS and features stunning views of several mountain ranges. Property is protected by a conservation easement.

2,000Âą acre ranch on Ten Mile Creek north of Big Timber. 5 reservoirs on ranch, two residences, productive DJULFXOWXUDO SURSHUW\ Z ÂżVKLQJ KXQWLQJ RQ VLWH

74Âą acres, 3 bd, 2 ba home & multi-purpose shop/garage with 2 bd apt on upper level. Bisected by Big Hole River and Sloughs. Partially irrigated, and ag resources.

Rikki Dilschneider 406.581.5155

Don Pilotte 406.580.0155

Frank Colwell 406.596.1076

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Willow Creek Ranch, Augusta

Cottonwood Camp, Park City

Jefferson River Bends, Waterloo

800Âą deeded acres, 720Âą leased all in one block, with 140Âą acres irrigated. Working improvements and 3 bd, ED UDQFK KRPH -XVW ÂżYH PLQXWHV RXW RI $XJXVWD 07

Yellowstone River frontage, 228¹ acre sportsman’s dream. Waterfowl, upland birds & big game. Building sites and privacy. 19¹ acres of irrigated farm ground.

Bisected by Jefferson River, 3/4Âą mile river frontage. Natural pond & sloughs, dwelling on 2 levels, 2 bd, 1 ba, kitchen & living areas on each level. Detached garage.

Don Pilotte 406.580.0155

Don Pilotte 406.580.0155

Frank Colwell 406.596.1076

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McKeown Lane, Cardwell

Gallatin Island, Gallatin Gateway

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264Âą acres, this Jefferson River offering is one of the most attractive properties in the Cardwell Valley, over a mile of Jefferson River frontage, springs & ponds.

1/4 mile of Gallatin River! 16¹ acre pasture, Cottonwood forest. Spring Creek, 3 bd, 2 ba home and historic log cabin. Fisherman’s basecamp with shop for boat.

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Michelle Van Dyke 406.596.0805

Leah Olson 406.539.7665

Dot Merrill 406.570.9067

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Keating Gulch, Radersburg

Tom Minor Basin, Emigrant

Milligan Creek Canyon, Willow Creek

A hunting property that’s fenced for grazing, checkerboard of BLM on 3 sides, a section away from National Forest, an old homestead cabin sits near the stream.

Rare large parcel in Tom Minor with 120¹ acre land opportunity with bird’s eye views of Tom Minor Basin, Black Mountain, and into YNP.

Trees, topography, & quick easy access for Bozeman. Multiple building sites, rocky outcroppings, & mountain views create the perfect hunting cabin get-a-way.

Michelle Van Dyke 406.596.0805

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Melinda Merrill 406.596.4288

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