Montana Outfitters and Guides Association

09/22/2026

Happy first day of fall! 🍂

Here’s to early mornings and late nights, traditions passed down, sore legs, time spent deep in the backcountry. The days outfitters, guides, and hunters live for are finally here.

09/21/2026

This hotel is located centrally in Missoula, right on the Clark Fork River.

The perfect spot to relax after a long day outdoors with private balconies or patios, cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor pool and many more amenities.

We are proud to partner with DoubleTree by Hilton Missoula-Edgewater.

09/19/2026

Outfitter Spotlight: Sage Peak Outfitters, LLC

Located near Three Forks, with a wilderness camp area on a major Elk Migration route from Yellowstone National Park.

Sage Peak Outfitters specialize in successful, memorable, fair chase Montana Elk Hunts, Guided Mule Deer Hunts, and Antelope in Montana hunts for those with a passion for Big Game Hunting Animals. Offering Private Land Elk Hunting and Wilderness Hunting.

Whether you’re interested in Bow Hunting Elk, Wilderness Hunting, Private Land Elk Hunting, Montana Antelope Hunting, Hunting Montana Mule Deer, or Montana Whitetail Hunting, their guides can provide you with the trip of a lifetime!

Contact: (406) 580-3505 www.sagepeakhunting.com

09/18/2026

MOGA has submitted three formal letters ahead of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission Special Meeting on September 24, 2026.

We strongly oppose the petition to mandate 24-hour trap check intervals on public lands, a blanket regulatory requirement without scientific justification Montana Trappers Association

We strongly oppose the petition to require mandatory bear spray carry for hunters, which overrides the judgment of experienced sportsmen without supporting evidence.

And we strongly support R1 Commissioner Wargo's proposal to pursue MAPA rulemaking and adopt a science-based, adaptive predator management policy (Alternative A), which will provide wildlife managers the tools to protect ungulate populations in the districts and regions where predator pressure is most critical.

MOGA's positions are grounded in science, field experience, and a commitment to healthy wildlife and habitat for every hunter and sportsman in Montana. We will continue to represent those values at every Commission meeting.

Full agenda and meeting details, sign up for public comment before noon on 9/23 at commission page on FWP website

09/18/2026

Outfitter Spotlight: Cache Creek Outfitters, Inc

Based in Gallatin Gateway. Cache Creek Outfitters offers wading trips, walking trips, float trips, horseback fishing, horseback riding, sleigh rides, cowboy cookouts, special events and more.

Guided fishing trips take place on the Bighorn River, Gallatin River, Alpine Lakes & Streams, Madison River, Yellowstone River, and Missouri River.

They also have horseback access to the pristine wilderness found in Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding Gallatin National Forest.

Contact Charlie at (406) 995-3888
[email protected]
https://cachecreekoutfitters.com/contact/

09/18/2026

MOGA submitted letters in opposition to the 24hr trapping rule and mandatory bear spray requirement. We will be at the special meeting representing you! Montana Trappers Association

Today is the FINAL DAY to Comment on Animal Rights Activists Push to Require a 24 Hour Trap Check, Bear Spray

Comment here: https://fwp.mt.gov/aboutfwp/commission/september-2026-special-meeting

09/16/2026

Outfitter Spotlight: Specimen Creek Outfitters

Just north of Yellowstone, Specimen Creek Outfitters has been guiding riders and adventurers through Montana’s backcountry for generations.

Ride into the wild: Scenic day trip horseback rides, or custom multi-day wilderness pack trips with backcountry camps.

Hunt: Expert-guided hunting adventures for elk, Mule Deer, Bighorn Sheep and Buffalo. Backcountry and lodge-based hunts.

They take you off the beaten path and into the heart of the wild.

Contact Ralph Johnson at (406) 548-2742 https://www.specimencreekoutfittersandadventures.com/contact

09/15/2026

Business Member Spotlight: Outdoor Prolink

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We are proud to partner with a business supporting the community of outdoor professionals.

Get your deals at: https://outdoorprolink.com/outdoor-pro-deals (720) 457-9138 [email protected]

09/14/2026

Thank you Mallard Bay (title) and Wild Sheep Foundation, CBIZ, Inc., and Safari Club International - SCI for Outfitter sponsorships of the 2027 MOGA Winter Convention!

Contact me directly at [email protected] if you’d like information about sponsoring the best outfitter and guide convention in Montana. We’re building the 52nd annual convention in January with 18 presentations, 2 socials, banquet/ auction/ awards, and fellowship breakfast.

The 2027 MOGA Winter Convention is coming to Helena, MT, January 29-31 at the Best Western Great Northern.

We’re now accepting sponsorships and session presenter applications for Montana’s longest-running gathering of licensed outfitters, guides, and the businesses that serve them. 500+ MOGA members statewide. 200+ annual banquet attendees. Three days of direct access to the decision-makers who shape Montana’s outfitting industry.

Sponsorship levels start at $500.

Interested in sponsoring or presenting? Reach out directly: [email protected]

montanaoutfitters.org

09/13/2026

Outfitter Spotlight: Eastslope Outfitters

Guided flyfishing and lodging in Southeastern Montana, on the Bighorn River.

This operation has been in service for over 40 years. Currently owned by Jim and Joyce Laughery, these owners and expert guides provide genuine experiences. Good old fashioned western hospitality, hosting one group at a time, with stress-free lodging and hearty meals.

If you're looking for wild brown trout, fat, feisty rainbows, right on the world-famous Bighorn River, this is your place. Offering fall and winter Cast’n’ Blast’s, combo trips with flyfishing and hunts for waterfowl.

Contact Eastslope Outfitters:
[email protected] Cell/Text: 406-670-8998 http://eastslopeoutfitters.com/