Montana FWP to Propose New Land Projects in August

• Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks are set to present Phase 2 of the Montana Great Outdoors to the commission in August 2025
• The proposal includes several land projects that are aimed at enhancing public access and also conserving vital wildlife habitats
• Areas of note include Kalispell and Libby, Winifred in central Montana and conservation efforts across the state

Montana FWP to Propose New Land Projects in August

Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks have announced that the Montana Great Outdoors: Phase 2 proposal will be presented to the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission on August 21, 2025.

The Phase 2 of the project in Montana includes the Stafford Ferry in the central area of the state and 80,000 acres of habitat conservation in the northcentral area of Montana.

Get our free mobile app

Cabinet Mountains Part of New Proposal with Montana FWP

As part of the presentation, MFWP will follow up the Phase 1 project in the Cabinet Mountains near Kalispell and Libby, Montana.  That area includes almost 86,000 acres of private timberland owned by Green Diamond Resource Company.

READ MORE:  Will Great Falls Put the End to Fireworks in the City?

Montana FWP Region 1 Supervisor Amber Steed stated:

This project provides critical access for hunters and anglers and preserves thousands of acres of habitat in northwest Montana.  We’ve worked hard with the landowners and local officials to find a solution that provides a win for everyone involved.

Montana's Largest Bighorn Sheep Herd to Benefit in Proposal

Also, part of Phase 2 of the proposal is the Stafford Ferry location near Winifred, Montana.  The conservation easement will be in the Missouri River Breaks which is home to the state's largest bighorn sheep herd.

Jason Rhoten, FWP Region 4 supervisor said the land in the Missouri Breaks is crucial for the sheep:

Wild sheep habitat has become increasingly valuable for the conservation of the species.  Securing this easement ensures the public can access this incredible area for hunting and recreation.

You can learn more about the proposal and Phase 2 of the Montana Great Outdoor here.