Archery Paddlefish Season Opens at Fort Peck; New Gar Catch Card Required

FORT PECK, Mont. — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds anglers that the archery-only paddlefish season in the Fort Peck Dredge Cuts is open through August 31st.

A 2025 blue paddlefish E-tag is required, and snagging is prohibited.

Harvested paddlefish must be reported within 48 hours, with reporting options available at local boat ramps, online, or by phone.

Additionally, a new free catch card is now required to harvest shortnose gar.

For more information, contact FWP’s Region 6 office or visit myfwp.mt.gov.