Montana Woods N Water May 2016 Print Edition | Page 3

Publisher’s Notes What’s Inside Patriots Corner Meanderings Trapping Archery Talk Play Time The Root Cellar Shooting Sports Fishing Bear season goes out for most of Region 1, 31 May and Turkey goes out May 15 so you still got time to fill those tags, if not there is always the fall. There are a few HDs for bear hunting Montana Dan that stays open until 15 June so check your regulations to see which ones may still be open. Sportsman’s Meditation Watch for those sows with cubs and Grizzlies where applicable. I passed on a bear a few days Local Celebrities ago because my hunting buddy and I were not sure. Next Generation Tony Rebo Fishing season opens 21 May so get that equipment ready, it is time to wet a fly or hit your favorite stretch of river or lake. In Region 1 there is not much snow left but always be careful Fly Fishing when wading or fishing fast moving waters and streams. Holes in the river or creek bed may Tea Party have changed since last year. No fish is worth your life. Mountain Memories It is hard to believe it is May already. This month’s issue is packed again. Hopefully everyone got their Moose, Sheep and Goat applications in before the 2 May deadline. Next month the Antelope, Deer and Elk B tag applications are due by 1 June, so don’t wait until the last minute like I usually do. Check your regulations and application closely for any changes for 2016/2017 hunting/fishing seasons. This month brings us Mother’s Day, Flag Day and Memorial Day. Celebrate responsibly, legally and safely. BBQ time is here so be safe when using propane or lighting camp fires. Look for our local roads to have more traffic as tourist start to return to our beautiful state. I have already seen several campers from out of state on the highways and byways. Don’t forget about our Photo Contest, see page 36 or our website for rules and details. Somebody is going to win that Kahr 45 ACP and other prizes. Until next month keep “Living The Dream” and thank you for your continued support. A special thanks goes out to our advertisers that make this publication possible. Raf Viniard Publisher Guest Writers This Month: Alan Clarke—Spring Has Sprung, Page 6 Jen Mikkelson—Lilacs and Wild Asparagus, Page 7 Charlie & Judy Woolley—Where Has My Rights Gone?, Page 22 Front Cover Photo Provided By: All Systems Go Computer Repair, Troy, MT—Owners Greg & Lori Goodman Happy Mother’s Day to all the Mom’s out there! To Contact Us: Montana Woods N Water 171 Clark Creek Loop Plains, Montana 59859 406-407-0612 Email: [email protected] www.montanawoodsnwater.com 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 13 14 15 18 20 22 27 Seen On Blog Only www.montanawoodsnwater.com/Blog Jen Mikelson Lilacs and Wild Asparagus Nathan Albertson Passion For The Outdoors Staff Publisher/Editor/Layout/Sales: Raf - 406-407-0612 Director of Social Media Misty - 406-250-4191 Field Pro Staff Lincoln County Jessica Parker - 406-334-3778 Photographer Robin Hao Pro Staff Writers This Month: Paul Fielder Chuck Stranahan Pastor Jim Sinclair Dan Helterline Tony Rebo Carol Cady Editorial Policy: Montana Woods N Water (MWW) reserves the right to refuse to publish any form of content that does not include the author’s name, complete mailing address, and/or valid phone number or e-mail address. Anonymous submissions will not be addressed or published. MWW reserves the right not to publish anything we feel is not in good taste or appropriate. All content, material and graphics designed by Montana Woods N Water are copyrighted.