Northern Pike Illegally Introduced to Pond in Kalispell

(KALISPELL) — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is investigating the illegal introduction of a northern pike into Pine Grove Pond, a popular family fishing site in Kalispell.
The presence of a predatory species like northern pike poses a serious threat to the pond’s trout fishery and fishing opportunities.
Anglers are asked to kill and submit any northern pike or other non-native fish species caught in Pine Grove to FWP’s Kalispell office. Pine Grove Pond is catch-and-release only for trout, except anglers 14 or younger may take 1 trout daily.
Anyone with possible information about the pike is encouraged to visit tipmont.mt.gov to provide details. Reports may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Flathead Valley Trout Unlimited has also pledged an additional $2,000 in reward money, and Flathead Wildlife, Inc., has pledged $500.